Ronald A. Clinger Sr. - Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home

Welcome, Guest Log in or Register

Search Obituaries:

Advanced Search Show Popular Searches

1-Column 2-Column

This page has been viewed 1337 times

Ronald A. Clinger Sr.

Ronald A. Clinger Sr., 91 of LaRue, died peacefully Friday evening November 8, 2024 at his home.

He was born in LaRue, October 19, 1933 to the late Dwight and Helen (Borland) Clinger. He was also preceded in death by children, Patty Clinger, Ronald Clinger Jr. and Carla Boggs Slone, grandsons, Tristan and Keegan Clinger, infant great-granddaughter, Eileen Gail Stutz and siblings, Robert Clinger and Janice Kauble and stepmother, Jean Clinger.

Ron was a 1951 graduate of the Marseilles Schools. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served as a tank mechanic. He was a retiree of the Upper Sandusky School District, serving 25 yrs. in food delivery. Ron served his community and neighbors in many ways throughout his life. He was a member of the Marseilles Methodist Church, having served on many boards during his lifetime. He was a township trustee for 16 yrs., a volunteer fireman for 40 yrs. and a 4-H advisor for 20 yrs. Ron was a member of the American Legion Phillippi-Clement Post 101 in LaRue.

On July 28, 1979 he married Jo Ann (Johnston) Clinger and she survives. Ron was a loving and devoted husband to Jo Ann until the time of his passing.
He is also survived by children, Lynn (Randy) Howerton of Noel, Missouri, Carl (Bonnie) Clinger of North Carolina, Dan (Darlene) Clinger of Xenia, Lisa Stutz of Marion, Brian (Holly Mikes) Boggs of LaRue and Donna Keyton of Pennsylvania.
Siblings, Joanne Griffin of Upper Sandusky and Shirley Biederman of Cardington
Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren along with nieces and nephews.

Ron enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards and rooting for the OSU Buckeyes and the Cincinnati Bengals. He cherished family gatherings where he could enjoy time with his loved ones.
He will be remembered as a fierce euchre player, a man with an ornery and loving spirit and a hardworking, dedicated husband and community man.

Funeral services will be held Friday November 15, 2024 at 11:00 am at the Marseilles Methodist Church. Pastor Betsy Bowen will officiate. Burial will follow in the Fehl Cemetery, where there will be Military Honors given by the Vietnam Veterans of America #1095. Friends may call Thursday from 3-6 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in LaRue.

Memorial gifts may be made to either, Marseilles Methodist Church 20260 Broadway St. Upper Sandusky, Ohio 43351 or Compassus Hospice 1716 Marion Mt. Gilead Rd. Suite 107 Marion, Ohio 43302

Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com

Directions to Fehl Cemetery

Florist Login

#1 from:

Holly Mikes
Ohio

Sun, Nov 10, 2024 at 2:40 PM

I’ll miss Pops’ ornery smile. His love for you all was inspiring. I’ll continue to pray for comfort and peace until we all meet again.

#2 from:

Amanda Bonnette
South Carolina

Sun, Nov 10, 2024 at 9:27 PM

So sorry to hear of Uncle Ron’s passing. My best memories are the family reunions we would have next to his farm And the Christmas get togethers at the grange buildings. His laugh and lanky walk will never be forgotten.

#3 from:

Denny Matthews
24385 Wilderness Oak #16 San Antonio, TX 78258-7772

Mon, Nov 11, 2024 at 9:04 PM

I never had the chance to meet Ronald Clinger Sr but was a friend of Ron Clinger Jr. Fond memories are the best way to heal a broken heart due to the loss of a loved one or a close friend. Sending warm hugs and love your way. Denny

#4 from:

Shirley Sansonetti
New Jersey

Tue, Nov 12, 2024 at 2:18 PM

Aunt Jo and Family, Al and I want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We feel your loss, we share your tears. May the lord wrap his loving arms around you, to help guide you through the trying days ahead. God Bless! Al and Shirley

#5 from:

Tom and Beverly Marshall
Fairfield, CT

Tue, Nov 12, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Dear Aunt Jo and Family, We send our heartfelt Sympathy and Prayers to you and your Family. Uncle Ron was a true joy to be with and will be greatly Missed! We Love You. Tom and Bev

#6 from:

D Terry Hartle
6370 portrait Circle Westerville Ohio 43081

Thu, Nov 14, 2024 at 7:23 AM

Sorry for your lost Joanne.He was a very good man.I like him a lot knew him.Most of my life we've done a lot of hunting together as a trustee with him for years.Sorry for your loss

#7 from:

steve snyder
LARUE

Sat, Nov 16, 2024 at 6:42 AM

Mrs Clinger and family. I hadnt heard of Rons passing until the funeral was over. I am praying for you all in the loss of such a good man and neighbor. He was always smiling and willing to lend a helping hand. Praise be to God our father for the pleasure of knowing Ron. Prayers for healing. Steve and Sal Snyder.

View Index | Notify Me | Print Condolences