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Ron Ziel Obituary
Ronald E. Ziel (Zielaskowski) (a.k.a. Zeke)
LEESBURG, FL - Ron Ziel, 81, of Leesburg, FL, passed away in his home on Monday, June 24, 2019. He was born on February 18, 1938, in East Chicago, and is the son of Edwin and Jean Zielaskowski and brother to Ed Ziel and Diane Klewitz. He graduated from Bishop Noll High School in 1956 and went on to play college football at Northeast Missouri State and then hitch-hiked to South Florida to marry the love of his life, Dorothy Verplank in 1958. Ron played many sports throughout his long-life including basketball for Epicure and Semi-Pro football for the Miami Barracuda's. He began his firefighting career for the City of Miami in 1963 and retired in 1991. During his career he was an aerial driver and received several commendations including Fire Fighter of the year in 1987 and was also elected as Treasurer of Miami Fire Fighters Federal Credit Union. Zeke was a proud business owner of Miami Dade Realty as well as R&R Carpet. His proudest accomplishments were his love, devotion and dedication to his family.
Ron is survived by Beloved wife of 62 years, Dorothy Ziel, four children, Rick, Sue, Sandra and Lisa. As well as 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Funeral Information: The viewing will be on July 4, 2019 from 12:00-6:00 PM, and the Funeral Services will take place on July 5, 2019 starting at 12:00 PM at the following location: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME, 8178 Cline Avenue, Crown Point, IN 46307.
In lieu of flowers please donate to one of the following charities in Ron's name: Wounded Warrior Project or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences may be left at chapellawnfunerals.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ron Ziel
Gayle
July 2, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the entire family on the loss of a great man, that I am proud to call my Godfather. I loved his generosity, great stories and hearty laugh. I will miss him but cherish the memories. RIP Ron, love you.
Ron Nussle
July 1, 2019
To a fellow Miami Barracuda R.I.P.
Pete
July 1, 2019
Dear Ron,
This letter is to say thanks for the memories. I've heard it said that as we travel through life we can't help but touch the lives of those with whom we come in contact . . . some for good and some well, not so good. You have made a positive influence in my life that's for sure. Not just me, but a host of us who learned to pay hoops in Miami.
I remember as a tenth grader playing round ball with my friends and this old guy. Man could he play. He was built like a fire plug. He couldn't jump, but he sure knew how to lean the right way using his strength so as to get a rebound. He had a deadly jump shot, (well maybe not a jump shot) and a sky hook shot that we couldn't block.
Of course, that old man was you. As we grew older, you still remained that old man passing on your sage advice with stories of your past or with your upbeat humor. And boy could you talk. Rumor has it that you were on the phone with someone who stepped away for several minutes and when they returned you were still talking. Mind you that was just a rumor.
As we got older, we talked about the inevitability of this moment and the importance of being prepared to stand before God. I'm sure you were ready and are now with Him, getting the court ready for those you left behind. I am proud to have called you friend, but mostly I'm proud to know you heard Him say, Well done thy good and faithful servant.
M C
July 1, 2019
I am Truly and deeply sorry for your Loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and Friends of Ron. May the God of all comport Grant you peace and Strenght during difficult time (Psalm 91:11).
June 30, 2019
Please accept my heart felt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort strengthen you at this time of sadness. May God promise for the future bring you peace. Hosea 13:14
June 29, 2019
An honor to be your friend.Florian Stolfi
June 29, 2019
It was an honor to be Ron's friend and his teammate on the Semi-Pro Football team Miami Barracudas.
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Memorial Events
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Jul
4
Viewing
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Chapel Lawn Funeral Home - Schererville/Crown Point8178 Cline Avenue, Crown Point, IN 46307
Jul
5
Funeral service
12:00 p.m.
Chapel Lawn Funeral Home - Schererville/Crown Point8178 Cline Avenue, Crown Point, IN 46307
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