Ronald Lee Fulkerson

Ronald "Ron" Lee Fulkerson, age 62, of Wilmington, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Clinton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 29, 1962, in Hillsboro, Ohio, Ron was the beloved son of the late Charles R. Fulkerson and Betty Lou (Williams) Fulkerson. A 1981 graduate of Hillsboro High School, Ron went on to serve his country with pride in the United States Army for 3 years, including a year stationed overseas in Korea. Following his military service, Ron began a long and dedicated career at New Sabina Industries, where he worked for 29 years and built lasting friendships with many colleagues. He was known for his strong work ethic, good humor, and kind spirit. Ron was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in fishing, mushroom hunting, and ghost hunting. He especially cherished trips to the Smoky Mountains. A passionate sports fan, he rooted for many teams but held a special place in his heart for the New England Patriots. Above all, Ron loved his family, friends, and his cherished dog, Bella. His warmth, loyalty, and sense of adventure will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. He will be deeply missed. Ron is survived by his significant other, Helen Proctor of Wilmington; daughter, Jessica (David) Stinebaugh of Kansas; six siblings, Roger (Tami) Fulkerson of New Market, Brian Fulkerson of Hillsboro, Rebecca (Paul) Shanks of Hillsboro, Allison Elliott of Hillsboro, Scott Fulkerson of Hillsboro, and April (Jeremy) Hiler of Winchester; a sister-in-law, Lori Fulkerson; special friends, Donna and Paul Riley of Jeffersonville and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and all his work crew at New Sabina Industries. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Christopher Fulkerson, David Fulkerson, Jeff Fulkerson, and a niece, Natosha Fulkerson. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday May 3, 2025, at the Turner & Son Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Funeral services will take place following visitation at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday May 3rd at the funeral home. Burial, with military honors presented by the Highland County Veterans Honor Guard, will follow services in the Stringtown Cemetery.
Visitation
Turner & Son Funeral Home
Saturday, May 3, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
602 N. High Street
Hillsboro, OH 45133
Funeral Service
Turner & Son Funeral Home
Saturday, May 3, 2025
1:00 PM
602 N. High Street
Hillsboro, OH 45133
Burial with Military Honors presented by the Highland County Honor Guard
Stringtown Cemetery
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Overman Rd.
Hillsboro, OH 45133 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Ronald, please visit our Tree Store.