Service Details
Services celebrating Ron’s life will be held on his 79th Birthday, Monday, July 20, 2020 at 12:00 noon in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Mains officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Monday from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon.
Memorial Suggestions
In memory of Ron, contributions may be made to the “Racine County Sheriff’s Dept. – K9 Unit” or to “Racine Montessori School”.
Mount Pleasant – Ronald N. Willing, Sgt. Racine County Sheriff’s Dept. (retired); age 78; passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, at home early Saturday, July 11, 2020.
A lifetime resident, Ron was born in Racine on July 20, 1941 to the late Nicholas and Ruth (nee: Kennedy) Willing. Following graduation of Washington Park High School, Ron proudly served our country with the United States Army. Upon return from service, Ron joined the Racine County Sheriff’s Dept. to service our community. Simultaneously, he furthered his education at Carthage College where he earned a double major in criminal justice & sociology. Ron retired from the Sheriff’s Dept. in 1997.
On August 6, 1966 in Atonement Lutheran Church, he was united in marriage with Jean R. (nee: Hassel). Ron & Jean were longtime members of Atonement Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the Wisconsin Sheriff’s Association. Ron enjoyed traveling with Jean, was an avid coin collector & was passionate about caring for his canine companions. Above all, Ron loved spending time with his entire family.
Surviving are his loving wife of nearly 54 years, Jean; their daughter, Diane Weyker of West Allis; their son, Matthew (Angelina) Willing, serving with the US Navy in San Diego, CA; grandchildren, Jordan Willing, Jannah Willing, Alexander Short & Jayden Willing; brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law, Fred David Hassel, Mary Reinders & Glen Hassel; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. Ron was greeted in Heaven by his dear son, Ryan Neil Willing (who passed away at age 13 in 1986); dad & mom, Nicholas and Ruth (nee: Kennedy) Willing; and by Jean’s parents, Eugene & Helen (nee: Bodi) Hassel.
Services celebrating Ron’s life will be held on his 79th Birthday, Monday, July 20, 2020 at 12:00 noon in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Mains officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Monday from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon. In memory of Ron, contributions may be made to the “Racine County Sheriff’s Dept. – K9 Unit” or to “Racine Montessori School”.
FRIENDS OF DISTINCTION says
FROM THE HALLS OF MONTEZUMA TO SHORES OF TRIPOLI. 🏯🚢
FRIENDS OF DISTINCTION says
REST PEACEFULLY MY BROTHER.
Nancy (Waldron) Kairis says
Dear Jean and family, may all the wonderful memories of Ron flood your mind in the days ahead And bring you comfort.Because of Covid 19 And the distance between us I will be unable to attend the services. May god bring you peace And I send my deepest sympathy To all of you at this time.
Dan Thielen says
Thoughts and prayers are with you Jean.
Bye &Rose Ann Zickus says
Ron was a amazing police officer and husband father ,grandfather . He excelled at all he did . It was a honor to know him.
Ann Sorensen says
Jean, I heard your sad news from Brian. I also hear that he, Allan and my granddaughter, Caitlyn , will be making the trip for the service. Although I won’t be there in person, please know I will be there in spirit. I am so very sorry for your loss. Would love to reconnect with you when you’re up to it. Much love, Ann Sorensen
Rebecca Zahn says
Jean,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, Ron. May your memories and loved ones comfort you at this difficult time.
Love and prayers.
Ilona Willing says
Jean, our most heartfelt sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy, John and Ilona Willing.
Arlene Scolaro says
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your family from our days together at Giese Elementary School. Hugs and prayers.
Barry Roselle says
RIP Ron … Many Thanks for all the years you devoted to Racine County Parks,
always keeping them a safe place to enjoy …and Thank You for being my friend.
Sue (Konieczko) Kuncytes says
My deepest sympathy to Jean and family. I met Ron through my Dad, Frank. Ron was a good guy, and I enjoyed our conversations. So very sorry for your loss. He will truly be missed.
Dom LoPiccolo says
Condolences Jean and Family,
I served with the City PD at the same time Ron was with the Shfs. Dept. you could always count on him if you needed backup. I remember my days running the bike trail and talking to you and Ron, you may not remember me? To a fellow Vet and LEO, God Speed in the journey.
Joanne Paacholski says
Dear Jean and Family,
Very sorry about your loss. Thinking of you.
Deepest Sympathies,
Tom and Cheryl Sweet says
So sorry for your loss.
Mark, Lydia, Emily and Sara says
We are so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. May all the beautiful memories you hold dear bring you some peace and comfort during the days, weeks and months ahead. We are only a phone call away.
Kim Friso says
Dear Jean, Donna, Joe & I ( Mary Willing- Friso’s kids) are very sorry to hear about Cousin Ron.
It was in remembering our mom & our brother Rich & in looking at old family pictures that Aunt Kathy had sent that the question came up about Ronnie’s name.
We hope that at this time; may your many years of memories & the family the two of you created give you comfort.
May God Bless you & our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Kim, Donna & Joe Friso
Donna says
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Titanic says
REST IN PEACE