Ron immigrated to America as a child and attended Poe Elementary in Raleigh. He attended Atlantic Christian College in Wilson and earned a Bachelor's degree from Eastern Nebraska Christian College.
Ron is survived by his wife Margie, his siblings Ed, Rudi, Alex and Tamara; children Marc, Demian, Alyce, Justin, Angel, David, Blake, Ronnie Ann, Skyler and Cruz; and Grandchildren Kamden, Kyndall, Connor, Zoe and Krista.
Visitation will be Monday, Sept 28 from 6-8 PM at Mitchell Funeral home, 7209 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh. Burial and service to follow on Tuesday, 10 AM at Raleigh Memorial Park, 7501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh.
In lieu of flowers, please reference donation link for Cruz Schatz college fund at http://gofundme.com/qx53bj58