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Ronald Stier Obituary
Lafayette - Ronald M. "Ron" Stier, 68, of Lafayette, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 3:50am, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, where he had been a patient since October 23. He was born November 20, 1951 in Detroit, MI, to the late to Lawrence & Violet Juzwiak Stier. He met his wife Cathy A. Sweet during his freshman year in college, they married on August 20, 1971, in Detroit, spending almost 50 years together. He graduated from the University of Detroit High School in 1969. He graduated form the University of Detroit in 1973, with a B.S. degree in Economics. Ron spent his working years giving his all to his job, he recently retired from the working world. He was always on the lookout for those he could help, be it, relatives, friends, or neighbors. Projects he loved best were the ones he did with his son Ben, saying, "let's just get it done". He also helped with many projects at the Montessori School of Greater Lafayette over the years. He loved to travel to places old and new. He so enjoyed fishing in his recently acquired fishing boat and driving the truck he waited so long for. He loved to watch Abby & Aly, his granddaughters, at their gymnastic meets, softball tourney's, & volleyball games. Abby's artwork brought him great joy. Surviving with his wife Cathy is a son Benjamin "Ben" & Angie Stier, and his granddaughters Abbigail & Alyissa Stier of Lafayette. His siblings: Robert A. Stier of Billerica, MA, Richard & Connie Stier of Macomb Township, MI, David & Marianne Stier of Battle Creek, MI, Debbie & Pierre Monette of Windsor, Ontario, Canada, Denise Amidon of Muskegon, MI, Patricia Wojcik of Plymouth, MI, James & Beth Stier of Grayling, MI. Sister in law-Susan Barch of Oxford, MI; brother in law's-David R. Sweet of Brunswick, OH, Michael Sweet of Novi, MI. Several nieces and nephews also survive. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in Ron's honor to the Montessori School of Greater Lafayette, 2552 Soldiers Home Road, PO Box 2311, West Lafayette, IN 47996. Abbott Funeral Home, Inc., Delphi, is assisting the family. http://www.abbottfuneralhome.com
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Warrick L Barrett
March 27, 2023
Here is a report of Ron's exploits as a University of Detroit football player in a 1969 victory over St. Peter's College.
Don DeLion
November 11, 2020
Worked with him. He was a good guy
November 7, 2020
Sending heartfelt sympathies and love to all of you.
Claire Reese
Tami Minniear
November 6, 2020
I hired in at SIA with Ron. So sad to hear this. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
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Deb Hiatt
November 6, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family. I worked with Ron
Gloria Thompson
November 6, 2020
What a wonderful human being whom I was to call friend!
Maureen Northacker
November 6, 2020
Cathy, Mike and I were sorry to hear this about Ron. You have so many special memories you shared over the years.
I am so sorry for Ben’s and the granddaughters’ and your loss.
Carol Gastineau
November 6, 2020
Dear Cathy and Ben, we were so sad to hear about Ron. It has been years since we were neighbors but we have a lot of fun memories of those days. Ron was a great guy who had a kind heart and smile. Please know we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Roger and Carol Gastineau
Chris Gore
November 5, 2020
You were my favorite coworker, and you taught me a few things. You made work fun at times. It saddens me that you're gone, but you're not forgotten. You will truly be missed, and I'm lucky to have known you, and be your friend. Go in peace brother.
November 5, 2020
November 5, 2020
Catch of the day!
November 5, 2020
November 5, 2020
Your ability to laugh even in inappropriate moments! Thumb war!
Beth Stier
November 5, 2020
I will miss your uncanny ability to match hats with Jim!
Beth Stier
November 5, 2020
Beth Stier
November 5, 2020
We are so sad by your sudden departure, but so thankful for the times we spent with you and Cathy!
Debbie, Pierre and Chantal Monette
November 5, 2020
We have lost a brother and a wonderful friend. We love you.
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