Montgomery, Ohio
Jun 4, 1935 – Jun 24, 2021 (Age 86)
Ronald Fred Schapp
Montgomery - Ron, 86, of Montgomery, Ohio, passed away on June 24, 2021 joining his much- loved wife Betsy, who preceded him in death on January 25, 2021. Ron was born on June 4, 1935, and grew up in St. Louis. He was a loving father to Ruth (Steve) Metsch, Renee (Alan) Thurman, and R. Joel (Vicki) Schapp, and proud Papa Ron to Kevin (Kristin) Thurman, Mark (Kelly) Thurman, Craig Metsch, Natalie Metsch and Brian Schapp. He was looking forward to the arrival of his first great grandchild.
Faith, family and music filled Ron's life. Ever the continuous and curious learner, his professional career ended only last summer after a second 20- year successful career as a consultant, where he was able to combine his electrical engineering expertise and talent for teaching.
Together with Betsy, he sang in many church and secular choirs that afforded them opportunities to travel the world. Family and friends were the lucky beneficiaries of his woodworking talents, love of model trains and rides in his black 1948 Dodge, affectionately known as the Black Beauty. He remained interested in the world around him until the end of his life, with his wonderful sense of humor intact. He was a founding member of the OFGA (Old Farts Golf Association), a group of friends who played weekly.
Ron was an active supporter of his grandchildren as they grew up, always interested in supporting and attending their many interests and activities. A kid at heart, he decided at age 75 after two particularly memorable roller coaster rides with his grandchildren, that it was time to enjoy that activity as a spectator.
Reunited with Betsy in heaven, Ron with his beautiful tenor voice is surely joining her and the angels in singing praises to our Heavenly Father. His family is so thankful for the wonderful care he received from Twin Lakes staff and Hospice of Cincinnati in his final months before he joined her.
Visitation to be held on Wednesday, June 30 from 11 am to 1 pm at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, 10211 Plainfield Road, Cincinnati OH 45241, with burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ron's name can be made to Hospice of Cincinnati, P.O. Box 633597, Cincinnati OH 45263-3597, https://29829.thankyou4caring.org.
Uncle Ron and Aunt Betsy were amazing. I am so lucky to have had them as my family. Their love of life and kindness will always be remembered. I will treasure the wood puppies Uncle Ron made got my boys. His eagerness to learn, his youthful attitude and his kindness to others are great examples of how to live. I will miss you both dearly.
Diane Zediker
June 30, 2021 | Lynden, WA | Family
I worked at Hill-Rom in Batesville, IN and Ron would perform our quarterly Intertek compliance inspections. He was very good at being both professional and social during our visits. Although I never met his family, I felt like I knew them through his stories. When my mother passed away 3 years ago, Ron sent me his condolences. That was the kind of person he was and he will be greatly missed.
Larry Minger
June 28, 2021 | Work
We enjoyed singing with both Ron and Betsy over the years in Musica Sacra. We will miss them both, but know they are in a much better place and enjoying their place in the celestial choir.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ron's family and friends,
Kim and Ray Wood
Kim Wood
June 28, 2021 | Glendale, OH | Friend
On behalf of the Southwest Division IAEI. Our utmost sincere condolences to the Schapp family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron was not only a colleague but also a mentor to all. Ron will be missed.
Lorenzo Adam
June 28, 2021 | Mason, OH | Friend
I will truly miss Ron, just as I have missed Betsy. His sense of humor was hysterical! It has been a blessing to get to know and to care for both of them.
Wendy Franciose
June 28, 2021 | Friend
I so enjoyed knowing both Betsy and Ron. They will be welcomed to Helmuts Heavenly Choir by my father and stepmom Tom and Donna Maxwell. I’m so sorry to hear this but look forward to a heavenly reunion. Meanwhile Ron and my dear Bob can enjoy comparing notes on electrical engineering and music. Fondly. Cynthia Maxwell Mason
Cynthia Mason
June 27, 2021 | Cincinnati | Friend
