Ronald B. "Augy" Augspurger

1947 - 2025

Ronald B. "Augy" Augspurger

May 30, 1947 - April 18, 2025

NORMAL, IL – Ronald B. "Augy" Augspurger passed away peacefully at 10:05 p.m., on April 18, 2025 at the age of 77.

He was born on May 30, 1947 in Bloomington, a son to Wendell W. and Betty J. (Ward) Augspurger. His parents and his brother, Greg, preceded him in death.

Ron lived most of his life in the Bloomington-Normal area. He was a graduate of Bloomington High School, Illinois Wesleyan, and Northern Illinois University. He was known in the area for his talent and passion for music. He played trombone in various groups including The Shatter Tones, Lorrie Ann and the 3D Rhythm Band, No Impedance, The Alternatives, Prairieland Dixie Band, and most recently, Heartland Jazz Orchestra and The Brass Band of Central Illinois. Others may remember Ron when he bartended at the Office Lounge or the Central Station and also when he worked at the Music Shoppe.

Ron will be greatly missed by his family including sisters, Joyce (David) Schmoeger and Laura (George) Lange; nephew, Adam Lange; niece, Julia (Adrian) Vizcaya; and great-nieces and nephews, Emily and AJ Lange, and Joey, Elena, and Joshua Vizcaya. He will also be missed by many friends and acquaintances.

His Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025 at the ARC Center (600 E. Willow St., Normal, IL). Opening remarks will begin at 1:30 p.m., followed by a musical tribute concert by the Heartland Jazz Orchestra with a reception to follow.

Memorials may be made to Heartland Jazz Orchestra, The Brass Band of Central Illinois, or the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences and memories of Ron may be left for his family at kiblerbradyruestman.com.