Ronald D. Hart

Ronald D. Hart obituary, Momence, IL

Ronald D. Hart

Ronald Hart Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cotter Funeral Home on Oct. 15, 2024.

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Ronald D. Hart, 77, of Manteno, IL, died on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at his residence surrounded by family in Manteno, IL. He was born on April 8, 1947, in Kankakee, IL, the son of Ernest E. and Lowretta Lattz Hart. Ronald married Sandra Chapman on November 16, 1969 in Momence, IL. She survives.
He is survived by his wife; Sandra Hart of Manteno, IL. Three sons and daughters-in-law; Brad Hart of Manteno, IL, Keith and Debria Hart of South Carolina, and Randy and Doris Hart of Scottsdale, AZ. His two sisters; Marcia Wyatt of Momence, IL, and Pam Tengdahl of Australia. His brother; Ernest Hart of Momence, IL. His brother-in-law; Norm Jonkman of Momence, IL. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister; Debra Jonkman.
He worked for the UAW Local 588 for 41 years at the Ford Motor Company. Ronald served in the United States Navy. He was a former member of the First United Methodist Church in Momence, IL. Ronald enjoyed watching sports and being outdoors fishing and hunting. He collected guns and anything to do with muscle cars.
Cremation rites have been accorded.
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