Ronald P. Lara

1941 - 2016

Ronald P. Lara obituary, 1941-2016, Savanna, IL

BORN

1941

DIED

2016

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Law-Jones Funeral Home - Elizabeth

107 South Main Street

Elizabeth, Illinois

Ronald Lara Obituary

Lara, Ronald Peter Age 74 of Elizabeth, Illinois, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, died on Friday, August 12, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at Law-Jones Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Burial will be in Elizabeth Cemetery, Elizabeth. A visitation will be held from 4:00 7:00 p.m., Monday, August 15, 2016 at Law-Jones Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Friends and family are invited to share in Ronald's life at www.lawjonesfuneralhome.com. Ronald was born on September 22, 1941, the son of Peter and Helen (Cartelli) Lara in Chicago. After high school, Ron enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country from 1958-1961. He married Carol A. Strobehn on December 1, 1962 in Chicago. Ron drove truck for Roadway Express for over thirty-five years, before retiring in 2001. Ron was a proud member of Teamsters Union, Local 705. He enjoyed collecting sports memorabilia and was a huge Chicago White Sox fan. He was also an avid coin collector and collected anything with wolves on it. Most of all, Ron cherished spending time with his family and friends. Ron will be dearly missed by his wife, Carol of Elizabeth; one son, Tony (Kelly) Lara of Chicago; one daughter, Dawn (Brian) Moodenbaugh of Vancouver, Washington; and six grandchildren. Ron was preceded in death by his parents.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 15, 2016.
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len petillo

August 17, 2016

So sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. I unfortunately never got to meet but heard so much about from my sister in law Dawn. I know she adored him. He gave you lots of memories and love that will always be yours to cherish forever. Karla Atkinson

Karla Atkinson

August 16, 2016

To the family and friends I wish to express my own and my families deepest sympathy.
Growing up our two families were close and it saddens me to say goodbye to a great man.
His dedication,devotion and love for his family will live on.
May God welcome you home with open arms.

Joe mealer

August 15, 2016

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107 South Main Street, Elizabeth, IL 61028

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107 South Main Street, Elizabeth, IL 61028

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