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RONALD HOUSTON
LIMA — Ronald "Ron" Nelson Houston "Chewy", age 76, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer on February 25, 2017 and passed away on March 20, 2017 at St. Rita's Hospice surrounded by several loved ones. Ron was born on March 8, 1941 in Lima, OH to James J. and Wilma L. (Anderson) Houston who preceded him in death. On July 29, 1961 he married Marilyn K. Lawson who survives in Lima.
Ron was a fun loving husband to Marilyn for 56 years, father to Julie, Jeff (Tracey Willoughby), Andy (Sheris Thompson) and Jon (Laura). He leaves behind 8 grandchildren: Katie (Jordan) Shaffer, Laiken Houston, Lane Houston, Konnor Houston, Royce Houston, Ryder Houston, Olivia and Kierstin Renner. He also leaves behind 3 great-grandchildren: Cayden, Cambri and Chloe Shaffer and his brother Jim (Alice) Houston who resides in Los Angeles, CA. Several nieces and nephews. He was also an amazing father figure to so many others. He was preceded in death by his sister Sharon and his granddaughter Bellane.
Ron graduated from Lima Senior High School in 1959. He retired from Ford Motor Company after 31 years. He was currently working for KOI/Siferd Hosselman and had previously worked at Randall Bearing. He was also a member of the "chain gang" for the Bath Varsity football team for several years and he was a member of the Lima Moose Lodge. Ron was an avid Ohio State, Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Reds fan. He loved to cook. He really loved to cook for large parties. He loved to spend time with his grandkids and great-grandkids. He enjoyed being around everyone and left a legacy that will live on forever.
There will be a funeral service held on March, 25, 2017 at 11:00 am at the Shawnee United Methodist Church. Officiating the service will be Rev. Charlotte Hefner and assisting will be Rev. Bryan Bucher.
Friends may call on Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and then on Friday from 2:00 to 8:00 pm at the CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL. Memorial contributions may be made to Bath Community United Methodist Church. Condolences may be expressed www.chiles-lamanfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Houston
Ben Barowski
March 17, 2019
You may be gone but your not forgotten. Because of you and Marilyn and the rest of our little group I had the best years of my life. I wish there was more time.
March 23, 2017
My Family and I will never forget the
Houston Family. Our prayers will be with all of you.
Sharon(Katie) Allen & Family
Dick and Jackie Ackerman
March 22, 2017
We remember all the good times we had at the campground! So glad we had the privilege of knowing you and appreciating the people you were. Sorry about Ron and know he will be greatly missed. Blessings to all.
Rebecca Cross-Phipps
March 22, 2017
Prayers to you Jeff and family.
Rick Brinkman
March 22, 2017
I worked with Ron at Ford for many years. I always called him Ronnie and he called me Tricky Ricky. Those were the fun times at Ford. Sorry to hear of his passing. He was a fun to be around
LuAnn Crumrine
March 22, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to Marilyn and the Houston Family at this difficult time. May the Sun shine upon you all and fill you with peace.
Jeff and Helen Davidson
March 22, 2017
Marilyn,
Ron was such a wonderful man and a great father figure and role model. Our sympathies.
Kathleen Burton-Aldrich
March 22, 2017
Thoughts.. prayers.. and much sympathy to Marilynn and all the family!!
Sanna Rohrbach
March 22, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to Marilyn and the family. You guys were like a second family to me growing up. "Barney Crocker"....was the best cook I knew. May God comfort you and bless you all!
Linda Hazell
March 22, 2017
Ron was a special person I had the privilege to know! Hugs to Marilyn and family!
Ben Barowski
March 22, 2017
Marilyn and family, I am sorry for your loss. I will never forget the good times and fun we had together. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Chris and Kurt Davis
March 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss! Prayers for healing for your family. May God's grace comfort you! God bless you all!
Brad, Kim & Tommy
March 22, 2017
Ron will surely be missed and was a great big teddy bear loving man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Marilyn and the family. Brad, Kim and Tommy
Joe Wendel
March 22, 2017
Marilyn:
So sorry for your loss! Chewy was a good man and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Heather West-Sawyer
March 22, 2017
Andy, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family!!
Ron&cindy Ferguson
March 22, 2017
Marilyn so sorry to hear of Ron passing he was one of the best guys i had the pleasure of knowing i am sure he will missed by a lot of us
Nancy Buchanan-Harper
March 21, 2017
Dear Marilyn, Jim, Jeff and all the family. Thoughts and prayers for you. May your many previous memories sustain you now and in the days to come. Rest In Peace Ron. God bless each if you
Sincerely
Carlotta Collins
March 21, 2017
Prayers for Peace and Healing,,,RC and Violet Nichols Family
March 21, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the whole family. George and Jan Schiffer Somerset Ky
phil gilroy
March 21, 2017
Sorry to see him pass. New him from deliveries at Tom Ahl's when I worked there.
Judy ( Cruz ) Price
March 21, 2017
Marilyn and family, So sorry to hear about your loss will keep all the family in my thoughts and prayers.
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