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1935
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2026
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Clifford Ronk Obituary
Cliff graduated from Manual Training High School in Peoria, Illinois. He then served 8 years (1953-1961) in the United States Navy during the Korean War, serving as a signal flagman and being honorably discharged. Cliff returned home working in transportation as a dispatcher at various trucking businesses until he retired after 32 years. He also worked in sales and management.
Cliff was an active member of Union Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Franklin, Indiana. Cliff openly shared his belief and faith in Jesus, bringing several people into a relationship with God.
He is preceded in death by the love of his life Susan Ronk (Lampton), to whom he was married for 56 years; brother, William (Bill) Ronk; and sisters, Kathryn "Sis" Archdale and Jean Hilliard.
Cliff is survived by his loving niece and nephew, Nancy and David Ronk of Bartonville, Illinois.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Union Christian Church located at 1331 E 300 S, Franklin, IN 46131 on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 11 A.M.
Memorial Contributions may be made in Cliff's honor to Union Christian Church.
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