Born 8/1/38 to 10/30/24

Loving husband for 66 years to Nancy (Ann LoBello). Father to Ron Simmons (Kathy Longo), Lisa Burris ( James Halanski), Sheila Craniotis (Jorge), Michelle Shannon (Hugh), Monice Fritts (Ed), Monica Bitner (Scott Sharon). The family is blessed with 13 grandchildren (Christopher, Nicole, Victoria, Andrew, Colin, Alex, Niko, Matthew, Michaela, Madison, Chad, Amber, and McKenna) and beyond blessed with 11 great-grandchildren.

Ronald worked for Cleveland Range Company nearly his entire career. Additionally, was an avid handball player at Willoughby YMCA and participated in many State of Ohio Competitive Handball Tournaments. Ron knew how to draw in a crowd with his vivacious personality and contagious laugh.

Ron entered into Eternal Rest and Peace surrounded by his devoted wife and six children.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

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11 Comments

  1. Eileen Peska November 1, 2024 at 8:57 pm - Reply

    Nancy and Family. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayer. RIP Ron

  2. Kelly Sheehan Appleby November 1, 2024 at 9:00 pm - Reply

    I am so sorry for your loss. Condolences to Nancy, Ron, Lisa & the rest of his big & wonderful family…I remember him fondly🙏

  3. Beverly Orozco November 1, 2024 at 9:09 pm - Reply

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.

  4. Balee Riley November 1, 2024 at 11:30 pm - Reply

    Thinking of you all. May you find peace and comfort through memories you shared.

  5. Joe & Joanie Sas November 2, 2024 at 12:21 am - Reply

    Dear Nancy, Ron, Lisa, Sheila, Monica, Michelle, and Monica. So very sorry and sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.🙏🙏

  6. Christine Foreman November 2, 2024 at 5:05 am - Reply

    Thinking of you Lisa. Prayers to you and your family. Big hugs.

  7. Karen Ramirez November 2, 2024 at 1:36 pm - Reply

    Praying for peace and strength for all of you. Nancy you and Ron raised a beautiful family. Love you Lisa❤️

  8. Rebekah Snipp November 2, 2024 at 2:14 pm - Reply

    So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this time.

  9. Cierra Restifo November 2, 2024 at 9:26 pm - Reply

    So sorry for your loss. Bubba was a great guy! We love you guys❤️

  10. Scott Sharon November 2, 2024 at 10:11 pm - Reply

    So sorry for your loss wishing I would have got to know him more . So touch by my name being mentioned , This family is amazing and I am honored to be a part of it !

  11. June November 9, 2024 at 4:49 pm - Reply

    So sorry for your deep loss Lisa and family! I pray the memories will suffice in the days ahead! Love you all!

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