Ronald Lee Simmerman, Sr., 84, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2022, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on June 26, 1938 in Union County, Illinois, the son of Herbert and Oriene (Sowers) Simmerman. Ronald married Lea D. Hall on October 10, 1977 and she preceded him in death in 2007.
Ronald faithfully served his Country in the United States Army. He loved his family and treasured the time he got to spend with them. His favorite past time was getting in the car and going for a drive. Ronald also loved traveling to new places with Florida being one of his favorite destination spots. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed collecting John Deere Diecast Tractors and going to the casino. He was an avid Cubs fan and attended the parade when they won the World Series in 2016. When Ronald was able, he loved being outside and taking care of his yard.
Ronald will be remembered by his sons, Ronald Simmerman, Jr., Lucien Odom, Jim (Kim) Sullivan, Randall (Connie) Linson; daughters, Marty (Steve) Finchem, Carla (Jesse) Ray, Pam (Ron) Neisler and Jamie Linson; grandchildren, Jodi Simpson, Heather (Marvin) Bailey, Marissa Linson, Jordon Linson-Currie, Shonelle Harris, Bryce Harris, Chelsea Ferris, Leah Ferris, Cory (Haley) Smith, Shannon (Thomas) Burton, Rebeca (Bobby) Ray, Danielle (Tim) Ray, Madison Oh and Ryan (Danette) Linson; many loved great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; brother, Larry Simmerman; sister, Emma Lou Sadler; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents; wife; daughter, Kelly Ferris; sister, Pat Flick; brother, Gerald Coffman.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 16, 2022 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 16, 2022 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Allendale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in Ronald’s memory to Hope Pregnancy Center or Safe Haven. Envelopes will be at the funeral home or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Ronald’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Simmerman family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
