Ronald D. Harpest, 64, of Kenton, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020, following a three-year battle with eye cancer that eventually spread to his liver.
Ron was born in Bellefontaine Sept. 3, 1955, to Willis and Mary Harpest. On Nov. 29, 1986, he married Patsy Bailey and she survives along with his mother, Mary Harpest of Bellefontaine; daughter, Brandy Templeton; and grandson, Kade Templeton. Ron is also survived by two brothers, Larry and William Harpest; two sisters; Rosemary Harpest, Kookie “Vaunetta” Berry; nephews, Shannon Harpest, Shawn Harpest, Mark Harpest; niece, Jan (Tom) Sheunamen; sisters-in-law, Arzella Harpest and Bobbie Jean Bailey.
He was preceded in death by his father, Willis Harpest; father- and mother-in-law, Bob and Betty Bailey; brother-in-law, Mike Berry; and nephews, Larry Harpest, Jr and Kerry Harpest.
Ron previously worked for Rockwell International, and then was a driver for many years for Hensel Ready Mix. He loved to be around his work friends, and those who knew him loved to be around his humor. He loved golf outings with his brother and nephews and also enjoyed mowing his yard. Ron and Patsy had a love that was a true blessing for 33 years, he was loved.
Funeral services for Ron begin at 3 p.m., Monday, Jan. 13, 2019, at the Schindeweolf-Stout-Crates Funeral Home where the family receives friends from noon Monday until the time of service. Pastor Anita VanBuskirk officiates, and burial will be private. Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting stoutcrates.com.