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Ronald "Ronnie" Ager

Ronald Ager Obituary

Ronald "Ronnie" Ager, 78, of Chicago, passed away September 27, 2023. Adoring father of Lyndsey (Michael Polansky); proud grandpa of Max; loving friend and ex-husband of Shari Michaels (Jerry); son of the late Charles and Darlene Ager; cherished friend to so many. Ron was known for his jokes and his uncanny ability to make everyone laugh, no matter the circumstance. He will be deeply missed by everyone who was lucky enough to have known him. A private celebration of life will be held in Ronnie's honor. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in Ron's memory.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 1, 2023.

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nancy and dan pollack

September 23, 2024

Ronnie was a perpetually positive guy-regardless of the situation, he was resilient and always believed "the sun would come up tomorrow". We miss Ronnie. Nancy and Dan Pollack

Jill Jackson

January 2, 2024

I´m so saddened to hear this! I´ve known Ronnie for almost 35 years. We met at a wedding...dated til I moved to California & remained good friends through the years til he passed away! I´m glad I saved his voicemails, I will surely miss him.

Leila and Snny

November 27, 2023

We are so saddened to hear of Ronnie´s passing. He always had a smile on his face, a joke to share, and he always put a smile on the faces of everyone around him. He adored his family and friends. He will be missed by so many. May his memory be a blessing.

Bill Ramos

November 4, 2023

Ronnie was a true friend and a gentleman! I used to buy all my clothes at Gatsby´s which he owned and at times when I was a little short of funds he would say pay me later. I am sure he is in heaven! See you one day buddy!

Arnie Wulfstat

October 5, 2023

Ronnie and I always had good laughs when talking about old times. He was a good guy and I liked him very much.

Bill Ramos

October 4, 2023

Rest In Peace noble friend, Chicago won´t be the same without you!

Beverly Crowe-Nichols

October 4, 2023

So many memories of Ronnie from the Rush Street days of old.
Rest in Peace.

dan pollack

October 2, 2023

Ron was a friend and customer for many years. Always upbeat- always ready to help- always honest.

Billy Garmisa

October 1, 2023

So sad to learn of Ronnie´s death. Sending our sincere condolences to his family. May his memory always be for a blessing. Iris and Billy Garmisa

Lenore Kadish

October 1, 2023

I knew Ronnie from high school days ... Great, fond memories of him. Rest in Peace, dear Ronnie.

Bob Calderon

October 1, 2023

Knew Ronnie at Swift elementary school in Edgewater. Remember him as friendly and fun loving. Lost touch with him after I moved away.
Sincere condolences to his family and friends.

JF

October 1, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Karyn Meyers

September 30, 2023

He was a wonderful friend when we were younger. I introduced him to Sherry and they married and they had a daughter, he adored his daughter. Sorry pal, too young....

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