Ronald L. Catt

Ronald L. Catt, 80, Mooresville, passed away June 28, 2023.  Mr. Catt was born May 27, 1943, in Vincennes, to the late Theodore and Jemima (LaGarde) Catt.  He married Connie (Bratton) Catt on June 19, 1976, and she survives. 

Ron graduated from Vincennes University and proudly served in the United States Air Force.  He was employed for more than 30 years at the former PSI Energy and retired from Duke Energy as a Division Control Supervisor.  He was a hard-working and determined provider for his family. 

Ron was a member of the Mooresville Eagles, VFW Post 1111, and the American Legion Post 103.  He had many friends through these fraternal organizations and loved to play cards, especially euchre, with his comrades.  He was a car enthusiast, and with his son Shane, was a member of the Porsche Club and had an appreciation for German and British cars . He rode a BMW motorcycle and never turned down an opportunity to travel.  He was also a history buff, avid fisherman, and a talented guitarist.  Ron was an animal lover and was especially fond of his Bengal cats and his dog.  He will be remembered as a wonderful father who was very smart, funny, and generous. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Esco, Walter, Levelle, Minnie, AnnaMae, Rosetta, Helen, and Gladys. 

Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Connie; children, Jeffrey Thombleson, Scott (Lori) Thombleson, Pam Cherepkai, and Ronald Shane (Tammy) Catt; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren. 

Ron’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, 39 E. High Street, Mooresville.  Visitation will be Monday, July 3, 2023, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the service following at 1 p.m.  Military honors will be presented by the Mooresville Honor Guard.  The burial will take place at 3:30 p.m., Monday, at the Plainville Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Morgan County Humane Society.  Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.