Ronald C. "Moleman" Heist

I'm saddened to learn of Ron's passing. I had just finished watching The Mole Man documentary and instantly went to the Interwebs to see how Ron was doing. Ron was one of a kind. My sincerest condolences to Ron's family and friends.
Kevin L.
Alberta, Canada

My deepest sympathy to Ronald´s family. I met him through another guy and I was glad I did. I made the trip through the maze more than once. Ronald was funny and very smart! I will miss him. God bless you all

I wonted to say to his family I'm so sorry for your loss when he tip toes up the heavens stairs I'm sure everyone will know he's there tap tap tap honey in home lol God Bless him and his family

So sorry for you and your family´s loss Chris. I won´t be able to make it to the funeral home to give you a big hug as I work all day Sunday. Many hugs and prayers to you all!

Our deepest sympathy to Ronald's family and friends. We will miss our friend and neighbor Ronald and his many phone calls.

So shocked to learn of cousin Ron´s recent passing. Darlene and I wish the entire Heist family peace, comfort, courage, and send lots of love to you all at this time of great sorrow.
Ron´s engaging personality and unique story-telling abilities always brought levity and happiness to any room, for young and old alike. I for one certainly have some fond and traumatic (in a good way) memories.
I´m very certain that he was a big hit heaven´s waiting room, but also know that he wasn´t waiting there for long! I´m sure that my Dad, along with all other departed family members, will love having him closer now for more frequent conversations!

Love, Chuck & Darlene Varljen

Ronald-Paul calling would like to say sorry for everyone's loss. I am glad i was your friend for 20 some years, my sons will never forget our field trips. RIP moleman you Rock On at the Piney Mansion in the sky.
Paul-Chris-Matt

My deepest sympathy to all of Ron's family and friends. Ron spent alot of time at my place. Him and I would play guessing games about music ( I also love the oldies).I sure have some funny stories about Ron.. may he rest in peace.

I only ever met Ronald once and spent the afternoon with him. A true joy of a man and an experience I will never forget. Touring his home was extra challenging as I was freshly recovered from achilles tendon surgery! He will be dearly missed. May God comfort all of you in your time of need!
Robert Zanella, Sr. (close friend of ADA Ben Simon who arranged the visit)

I never knew Ronald but always got to hear about fun adventures from his friends! I also enjoyed him on American Pickers and really liked the movie! I´m sure you finally found Piney Mansion again! I bet it is even better than you remembered it! Rest in peace Ronald

I gotta say RIP . I never met you but we saw you on American Pickers and it was mine and my fathers favorite episode. What talent and passion you had ! Absolutely will never forget when they open the door to the living quarters
So bright and beautiful just as you were. If you see my dad Ronald E Hill tell him we love him USMP3542 RIP he would talk your ears off .

Debbie
Sorry for your loss. Ron sounds like a real character who fully enjoyed life. Take care.

Chris and families we are so sorry to hear about Ronnie's passing and extend our deepest sympathy. I do have to say that is the most fitting and funniest obituary I have ever seen. Ron would love it for sure! He will be missed by many. Jane (Frank Long) and Tom Casey

Ron was the original American Picker! The excursions he would take his friends on would make Indiana Jones nervous! (LOL) Loved hearing about his adventures/finds!
Truely the most interesting man in the world!
Gonna miss you my eccentric friend!

My husband and I went on a tour through your building of fantasy. We had so much fun and we´re very nice and a great showman. Bless you and everyone loved you.

Ron was the original American Picker! The excursions he would take everyone on would make Indiana Jones nervous! (LOL) Truly the most interesting man in the world!
I'm going to miss those hour long calls telling me about his latest adventure/finds. Gonna miss you my eccentric friend!

I have Ron to thank for discovering that I'm extremely claustrophobic. I got stuck crawling through the maze he built in the basement and he had to rescue me and his sister Cathy when I totally freaked out. Rest in peace, Ron. My deepest sympathy to the Heist family. He truly was one of a kind. He's probably already redesigning his mansion and heating it with lightbulbs!

My condolences to his family. I didn't know him other than seeing him on American Pickers. He must have been a real card to be around. I'm sure he will be missed.
Rest in peace, Mr. Heist.

Every time I drove by his place on Route 422 I smiled and fondly remembered the boat trips down the creek way back in the late 1970´s. Rest in Peace and thanks for the memories.

I will miss your monthly hour or longer chats ! You always updated on the Butler area ETC . Enjoyed hearing your adventures and while I was able join you on a couple! Rest in Piece and please don't try and rebuild Heaven Your Cousin Ken

Ron, Thank you for the many adventures, for introducing me to awesome 60s tunes that I never heard of before, and for being a true friend. You will be greatly missed.

Sorry to hear of Ron´s passing may he rest in peace.
My husband Ed was a good friend of Ron´s and enjoyed his phone calls.

I had a lot of adventures with Ronald over our 25 year friendship. I will miss the phone calls and his messages .. Hello it´s Ronald calling ! Rest easy my friend.

Although I had never met Ronald, I have the pleasure of knowing his sister, Christine. And from what I have learned from her, Ronald was truly one of a kind. My condolences to Ronald's entire family. I hope you find peace in the memories of Ronald.

RIP Ron! You were always a fun guy, enjoyed making people laugh!