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Ronald Eaton Obituary
Ronald André Eaton, age 87, of New Straitsville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Grove City, Ohio. Born April 18, 1933 in Columbus, Ohio he was the son of the late James Kenneth and Mary Margaret (Reynolds) Eaton. Ronald was a U.S. Army Veteran having served during the Korean Conflict. He was a retired/injured Columbus City Police Officer. Ronald was a member of St. John Catholic Church in Logan, Ohio. He was also a member of the Eagles Lodge, the American Legion, and the Ancient Order of Hibernians. He was an accomplished bagpiper under the direction of PM Bobby Peters with the Shamrock Club of Columbus. Ronald is survived by his loving wife, Rosaleen Ann (Murnane) Eaton; two sons, Michael Eaton of Worthington, Ohio and Sean Timothy Eaton of New Straitsville, Ohio; one daughter, Mari (David) McCullough of Martinsburg, Ohio; three grandchildren, Thomas Myers, Maggi McCullough, and Eli Eaton; one sister-in-law, Sherole Eaton; and dear friends, Kevin and Val Talty. Besides his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by one brother Michael K. Eaton and one grandson Sean Michael McCullough. Due to Covid, a private funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 24, 2020 at Roberts Funeral Home – Logan, Ohio. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery in New Straitsville, Ohio. Letters of condolence may be left at robertsfuneralhomelogan.com
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Terry Nutter and Jala ward
December 25, 2020
My condolences to the family, Ron was a very dear friend who i enjoyed having breakfast with, i will always remember those days, God bless Ron and Rosie you are loved.
Colleen Koon
December 24, 2020
I remember Ron playing bagpipes in the cemetery in New Straitsville as a child. He brought me a penny whistle that I learned to play because I enjoyed hearing the pipes so much. Condolences to his family. I know he will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Rich Kaylor
December 23, 2020
Prayers for his family. Ron was a great police officer to many.Ret. CPD Rich & Sandy Kaylor
Chip Kane
December 23, 2020
My dad considered Ron a great friend and so did I. He will be missed by me. I really enjoyed my visits. Rose and family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chip Kane
John Chappelear
December 23, 2020
We are so very sorry to learn of Ron’s passing. You both were good friends with my parents, Ab and Pearl Chappelear. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers are with your family.
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