Ronald V.

McGuckin

Ronald V. McGuckin passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. He was 70 years old. Born in Bristol, son of the late Harry and Cecelia (nee Cieslinski) McGuckin, he was raised in Croydon and was a graduate of Bishop Egan High School.

In 1977, Ron graduated from the University of Scranton and went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate Law Degree from Duquense University Law School. He was the owner of Ronald V. McGuckin and Associates Law Firm, which represented and assisted child care agencies in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and across the country. Because of his expertise in the area of law affecting the child care industry, Ron gained a national reputation as “The Child Care Lawyer”. Having done so for over forty years, he traveled nationally, training child care professionals on a variety of topics including personnel, administration and other management and legal issues. In addition, he authored several publications for child care administrators, all which proved to be valuable assets to the child care industry nationwide. Ron also served on the Board of Directors of the National Accreditation Council (NAC) of the National Association of Child Care Professionals. He served several terms as Board President of the Association of Early Learning Leaders (AELL). Following his time as Board President, Ron continued to leave his imprint on the child care industry, by serving as an ex-officio member of the AELL Board of Directors. The legacy Ron has left on the child care industry remains unmatched.

Ron was also a founding member of Bucks County Head Start, Bristol Borough: Raising the Bar, and MANNA (Metropolitan Area Neighborhood Nutrition Alliance).  Ron also received a Papal Appointment and worked at the Vatican on behalf of the Youths of America Eucharistic Congress. Ron also led a syndicated Talk Show via Zoom, assisting the childcare industry throughout Covid.

Alongside his professional career, Ron and his partner of 47 years, Mycle, enjoyed pursuing various projects together, including real estate, hotels, and retail stores, in places ranging from Lumberville to Cape May. More recently, they returned to Bristol Borough, where they resided for several years before moving to Yardley two years ago.

Ron was also a devoted animal lover who rescued many dogs over the years. He was an avid reader and accomplished author, having published several books. He enjoyed cooking, painting, and flower arranging, and loved spending time at his shore house.

He is survived by his devoted husband, Michael J. "Mycle" Gorman; his son, Kenneth Moore; his sister, Ruthann Losco; along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert McGuckin.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 11am at St. Mark Church, Bristol Borough. Interment, private. Friends may call on Monday evening from 7-9pm and on Tuesday morning from 9:30-10:30am at the Wade Funeral Home, 1002 Radcliffe Street, Bristol Borough. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Ron are encouraged to support Justice Rescue.