Ronald Dean "Ronnie" Clem

Ronald Dean "Ronnie" Clem obituary

Ronald Dean "Ronnie" Clem

Ronald Clem Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dove-Sharp & Rudicel Funeral Home - North Vernon on Sep. 29, 2025.

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Ronald Dean "Ronnie" Clem, 71, of North Vernon, passed away at 4:40 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at his residence.

Born April 20, 1954, in Yokohama, Japan, he was the son of Telmage and Emojean (Adams) Clem.

Ronnie was a High School graduate of South Decatur High School and worked with Human Services. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially in the woods.

Survivors include his daughter, Brandy Clem-Laurel (Joe Adkins); three bonus daughters; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; lifelong friend, Malenda Heath; caregiver, Davalyn Nelson; and best friend, Jinx.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughters Amanda Clem in 1993 and Grace Clem in 2012; brother, Tim Clem and his twin Donnie Clem; and grandson, Dalton Roberts in 2022.

In keeping with his and his family's wishes cremation is planned with no services to be held at this time. Arrangements were entrusted to the care of Dove-Sharp & Rudicel Funeral Home and Cremation Service in North Vernon.

Memorials may be made in honor of Ronnie through the funeral home for Suicide Prevention.

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