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Ronald Palmisano Obituary
CHAMPAIGN – Ronald "Ronnie" Palmisano, 40, of Champaign died on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008, at The Carle Arbours. There will be a visitation on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Owens Funeral Home, 101 N. Elm St., Champaign.
Ronnie was born on April 26, 1967, in Urbana, a son of Ed and Jeanie (Broderick) Palmisano. He is survived by his son, Alex Palmisano of Champaign; his parents; one grandfather, Francis Palmisano of Champaign; one sister, Debbie Palmisano of Littleton, Colo.; one brother, Rob, along with his wife, Kim Palmisano of Champaign and their son, Nathan.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ray and Virginia Broderick and his paternal grandmother, Kathleen Palmisano.
Ronnie was employed by Borchers Decorating in Champaign. He was a member of Carpenters Local 44 and the Sadorus Sportsman Club. He enjoyed all sports, especially NASCAR, also karaoke, country music and fishing with his son.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alex Palmisano Care Fund at First Federal Savings Bank, 1311 S. Neil St., Champaign.
Condolences may be offered at www.owensfuneralhomes.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Palmisano
Shawn Brenner
January 15, 2008
Ronny will be sorely missed: A good person and friend to all, his life came to a premature end for such a beautiful person. He always had a smile and something good to say no matter what he was going through! I will miss our friendship that started at Holy Cross, Shawn Brenner.
Princy (Uhl) Cummis
January 11, 2008
Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Ronnie and I were friends at Centennial. He always made me laugh.
Jennifer Rachels (Diehl)
January 10, 2008
Rob and Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Always cherish the memories and know that he will always be in your heart.
Heye J Ault
January 10, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Stephanie Holderfield
January 9, 2008
Jeanie,Eddie & Family
We have just heard about your loss. How very sorry we are at the loss of your oldest son. I still remember the days when aunt M could not watch the kids and I pitched in to help. Ronnie was so full of life. Our most heartfelt condolences.
Todd & Stephanie Holderfield
Laura Varnum
January 9, 2008
I KNOW THERE IS NOTHING I CAN SAY TO MAKE THIS ANY EASIER FOR YOU ALL TO GET THROUGH, BUT KNOW IN YOUR HEARTS HOW MUCH HE LOVED YOU ALL.HE KNEW HOW MUCH HE WAS LOVED.I AM SO GLAD I GOT TO SEE HIM WHILE I WAS THERE FOR THANKSGIVING. HE WAS A GREAT MAN AND CAME FROM A GREAT FAMILY, WHO I WILL ALWAYS HOLD DEEP IN MY HEART. I'M SO SORRY I COULD NOT MAKE IT UP THERE. I WILL STOP NEXT TIME I'M IN TOWN. I WISH WE HAD KEPT BETTER CONTACT THRU THE YEARS, BUT WE HAVE ALL WENT DIFFERENT WAYS. PLEASE KNOW WHERE I EVER I AM, YOU ARE IN MY HEART.
Kim Guffey (Gordon)
January 9, 2008
To the Palmisano Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Ronnie. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Everytime i think of the good old days, I think about him and the rest of the gang.
Lisa (Holman) English
January 9, 2008
To the Palmisano Family,
I was so sad to hear of Ronnie's passing. All my memories from our Holy Cross years together are full of laughter and fun. Ronnie always knew how to make those around him smile! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Andrea (Palmisano) Evans
January 8, 2008
Uncle Eddie, Aunt Jeanie, and Robbie,
Wish I could be there for you. My pictures of the younger days will be cherished forever. Take care of yourselves and little Alex.
Martin & Laura Palmisano
January 8, 2008
We are so very sorry to hear about Ronnie. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed.
Valerie Heinz (fka Jones)
January 8, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Ronnie's family. I have a lot of fond memories of Ronnie during our Holy Cross years.
Lisa Heffley (Morfey)
January 8, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. It's been several years since I have seen Ronnie, but he always held a special place in my heart. He was adored by all that knew him. My deepest sympathy for your entire family.
Peggy & Jim Maddock (Williams)
January 8, 2008
Jeanie,Eddie & Family
We were so sorry to hear about Ronnie. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim Maddock-Connor
January 7, 2008
I am truly sorry for your loss....I will miss Ronnie's laugh and smile, it was extremely contagious. Whenever I hear his name it makes me smile; because that is what he did best...made people smile. He will be greatly missed!
Peggy Maddock (Williams)
January 7, 2008
Jeanie,Eddie & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Vonda MacFarlane
January 7, 2008
I was so shocked to hear about Ronnie. He was such an enjoyable person to be around. He would always say something to put a smile on my face. Please know that your family is being thought of during this difficult time. Ronnie's smile and joy will be dearly missed!!
Karen Bright
January 7, 2008
Ronnie was always a fun loving happy go lucky person. At a time in the past there was a group of us that were together all the time having great fun and laughter and Ronnie was a great part of that time in my life and will never be forgotten. He will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to all who knew him.
Joel Ehlers
January 7, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Palmisano Family. Ronnie and I grew up together and I even worked with him for a while at Kraft. He was one of the good guys and will be missed by all that knew him.
GARY ROY
January 7, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
mary shoemaker
January 7, 2008
Jeanie & Ed,
I am so sorry to here about your son Ronnie. There is no greater love than that between a child and
his parents. You are in my prayers and heart at this most difficult time.
Mary Shoemaker
Cathie Werkman
January 6, 2008
I was deeply saddened to hear that Ronnie passed away. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Shawn Juday (smith)
January 6, 2008
To know Ronnie was to love him, he had a smile that lit up a room. He was so much a part of my family, and it breaks all of our hearts to know he is no longer with us. Seeing all of the people at his visitation just goes to show you, my family and I were not the only ones that felt this way. Eddie, Jeanie, Debbie, Robbie and Kim my heart goes out to all and just know how much he was loved by all of us.
Stephanie Armbruster-Eddy
January 6, 2008
Very sorry to hear about Ronnie's passing. My prayers are with your family today and always.
Joyce Humes
January 6, 2008
To the Palmisano Family:
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time. Ronnie was a fun person to be around and always made us smile. He will be missed greatly!
God Bless!
Shannon Stillabower(Lyons)
January 6, 2008
The Palmisano Family,
Ronnie was always a joy to spend time with. He always made us all smile. So sorry for your loss. Debbie, it was good to see you, if you need anything, please contact me.
Jonny R Helmers
January 6, 2008
Ed, Jeanie and family,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. I knew Ronnie quite well. You will be in my prayers. Pr
Amy Acree
January 6, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Donny Armbruster
January 6, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about Ronnie.I moved to Wisconsin years ago but I always looked forward to seeing Ronnie when I came back into town.He will be sadly missed.I am very sorry for loss.
Ellen Blankenship-Joe
January 6, 2008
To the Palmisano Family: I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of Ronnie from Holy Cross, Centennial. His smile and sense of humor were one of a kind and he will be greatly missed.
Shannon Hagan
January 6, 2008
Dear Palmisano Family- Ronnie and I went to school together as kids. He always had a smile and a chuckle whenever I picture talking with him. He was a dear and brought a smile to anyone that knew him. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all of us. Sincerely,
Monica Shuler
January 5, 2008
Words can't express the sorrow I feel for your loss. Please know we are keeping you in our prayers.
Jimmy Lariviere
January 5, 2008
I always laugh when I think of Ronnie - I think he'd have wanted it that way. I'll miss you, old buddy.
Jim Hill
January 5, 2008
Ronnie will be missed by all. I will always remember him as a very giving and fun loving person. He loved his family with all his heart and soul.
My deepest condolences to all his family.
Samantha Stevens
January 5, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Palmisano Family. I've known Ronnie since kindergarten and we had many laughs through the years. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Jenny Heck-Dodson
January 5, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Carol Topping
January 5, 2008
To the family of Ronnie,
I'm saddened to hear of Ronnies passing. My sincere sympathy goes out to you. I met him only a few times , and remember his bright smile.
Candice Sarver
January 5, 2008
Palmisano Family,
I worked with Ron years ago, he was always so nice and fun to be around, with a hilarious sense of humor. I'm very sorry for you loss and hope you all can find comfort with each other during this diffucult time.
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