Ronald A. Edmondson, 84 of Algonquin, formerly of Huntley and Rolling Meadows, died peacefully on June 2, 2020.
A visitation will be held from 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm at DeFiore Funeral Home- 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley on Saturday, June 6, 2020. Masks will be required and social distancing will be observed. Due to COVID restrictions, a Private Family Funeral will follow.
Ronald was born June 10, 1935 the son of Weston and Florence Edmondson. On January 20, 1962 he married Phyllis VanderBilt. Ron worked as an engineer for Western Electric/AT&T his entire career. He was an avid golfer and woodworking master craftsman and his tools live on with all his grandchildren. He was a Sox and Bulls fan. He enjoyed recreational boating, fishing and bowling. He was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Phyllis, his daughters, Julie (Ken) Filippini, Teri (Michael ) Lawson and Linda (Chris) Ehlers, also by his grandchildren, Kimbra, Jonathan (Kelsey), Rachel, Kate (Joey), Rebecca, Sarah, Joshua, Mackenzie and Taylor. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Kenneth and James and by his first wife, Virginia and their infant son, Keith.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Elgin or Family Ideas Network for Down Syndrome in Crystal Lake. Anyone is encouraged to leave a message for the family or share a memory at www.defiorefuneral.com
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So sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dearest Phyllis and family...Phil and I are so very sorry to learn about Ron's passing. He was such a sweet and kind gentleman. We have greatly enjoyed every opportunity to be with you and Ron. Please know that we are praying for you.
Phyllis, we are Just heartbroken for you and your girls. We are praying for you all. Sending love and hugs to you.
We are so sorry . What a wonderful person, Ron. Very much missed, but peaceful with Jesus. ♥️
So sorry for your loss, I Will remember him as a kind heart. All my love.
Teri, Debbie let me know of your loss. I am so sorry. I know losing a parent you love is very difficult. I will pray that God will comfort you, and your family, in the coming days
Phyllis, we are Just heartbroken for you and your girls. We are praying for you all. Sending love and hugs to you.
So sorry for your loss you and Ron were great neighbors.
Sympathy to Ron's Family on his passing. I worked with Ron for years at Western Electric and ATT.
So sorry to learn of your loss!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!
We are sorry for your loss and praying that God will fill your hearts with His comfort and love.
You are in our thoughts and we are praying for peace for your family. Ron was the best, it was an honor to know him. He will be missed by all.