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Ronald Holbrook Obituary

DEFIANCE - Ronald Holbrook, age 86 of Defiance, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.

He was born on May 22, 1939, in Allen, Kentucky, the son on of William and Ruby (Frazier) Holbrook. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran, serving in Germany. He worked for Western Union, General Motors, Defiance Beverage Company, River Valley Distributors, and as Canteen Manager for VFW Post #3360 until his retirement in 2001. Ron was a member of VFW #3360, Eagles #372 and AmVets #1991.

Ron is survived by his loving wife Sue (Dowe) Holbrook, three daughters, Rhonda (Mike) Lyon, Sharon (Larry) Lampe and Karen Morgan, his son Michael Holbrook, stepson Charles (Hilary) Martinez, seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. in Riverside Cemetery with Rev. Larry Kennedy officiating. Military graveside honors will be presented by VFW #3360.

Schaffer Funeral Home was honored to assist the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Crescent-News on Jan. 6, 2026.

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