With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Roger Neff, a cherished husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend. Ronald, born on November 13, 1953, in Zanesville, OH, peacefully departed this world on August 5, 2024, at his home in Crooksville, OH.
Ronald found solace in the outdoors, relishing hunting, fishing, and gardening. He held a special place in his heart for football, a sport he loved watching, playing, and supporting as a dedicated Crooksville Ceramics fan. His passion for the game earned him a place in the Crooksville Hall of Fame, proudly donning the jersey bearing his number, #40. He proudly worked and retired at PCC, dedicating over 15 years of hard work.
Ronald found great joy in the simple things in life and deeply loved his family. Ronald will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 42 years, Patricia Neff; his daughters, Angie Quinn and Amy (Johnny) Dalrymple; son, Nick (Ashley Doss) Neff; sister, Susan (Dan) Preston; his sisters-in-law, Polly Salyer, and Susan Salyer; his brothers-in-law, Junior (Sharon) Salyer and Frank (Alena) Salyer; his beloved grandchildren, Josh Dalrymple, Ariel (Jacob) McCormick, Austin (Georgia) Dalrymple, Andrew Neff, Jaxson Neff, Ashton Neff, and Mia Neff; his great-grandchildren, Aria, Rowen, and Atticus and his beloved fur children Oscar and Cici.
Ronald Roger Neff will be remembered for his unwavering love, dedication, and kindness. His presence will be profoundly missed, but his memories will forever be cherished in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. May he rest in peace.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents Willard Daine Neff and Mary Jean (Tharp) Neff and his twin brother Donald Neff.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects 10-3 pm, Friday, August 9th, 2024, at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville where funeral services will be held at 3 pm with Pastor Marc Caton as celebrant. Ronald will be laid to rest in Crooksville Cemetery following the funeral service.
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