Ronald E. DeVRIENDT

1935 - 2016

Died on September 22, 2016 Preceded in death by his loving wife Jeannette in 1970, parents, siblings Vincent, Dorothy, and brother in law Chuck (Berg). Ron is survived by his children Suzanne (Lance) Denzer, Laura (John) Zanmiller, David (Mary Welch), and Bradley (Audrey); grandchildren Jeanette (Rey) Caban, Elizabeth, Margaret, Mitchell, Andrea, Justin, Joseph, and Jesse; and great-granddaughter Fern. He is also survived by his sisters in law Emily DeVriendt and Angie Larson, brothers in law Larry (Harriet) Petersen and David Petersen, and many nieces and nephews. He was born to Edward and Mary (VanHyfte) on 02/18/35 near Corning, MN. He graduated from Austin High School ('52) and the Austin Vocational School (53). A 14 year employee of Honeywell as a Class A Tool and Die Maker. He served his country with the 101st Airborne Division. In 1960 he married Jeannette Petersen and made a home in Fridley. In 1967 Ron and Merlin Beseman started Top Tool Company. Twenty years later he sold the business and entered into retirement with winters in San Diego. Visitation 4-7PM Monday, September 26 at Washburn-McReavy Columbia Heights Chapel, 41st and Central Ave NE, and one hour prior to Mass at church. Funeral Mass 11AM Tuesday, September 27 at Church of St. William, 6120 5th St. NE, Fridley, where Ron was a proud charter member of the parish. God Bless America! www.Washburn-McReavy.com Columbia Heights 763-789-4436