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In all these years Ronald was a pleasure to work with. His knowledge and his contribution to projects like MeqTrees, LOFAR, COBALT and SKA SDP has been highly appreciated. The same applies to his role as Competence Group Leader Computing and his role as a member of the R&D MT.
As you can see from the pictures, attention has been paid to Ronald's farewell in different ways. Besides affectionate words from his colleagues, and a lilting song by the Computing Group, Ronald received the traditional farewell picture and several thoughtful presents.
Ronald, thank you very much for being our colleague for so many years. We wish you all the best for you and your family in your new job and the new place to live!
(*) When being interviewed for a job at ASTRON, Ronald carried a heavy bag of documents about his recent work at NLR, the Dutch AeroSpace laboratory. It dealt with detecting early signs of mechanical trouble in the deafening noise of a running jet engine. An excellent preparation for working at ASTRON. Fortunately, one of his interviewers expressed interest in it.
(**) Ronald will continue his career at the Dutch Naval Academy (KIM) in Den Helder. An institute about which several ASTRON employees have fond memories. We might see him again in the future.
