Loving father of Michael and Michele (Kurchena), Karen Steinmetz, Kevin, David and Margie (Jenko), and Chris, caring grandfather of Ryan, Sarah Vincent, Alexander, Patrick, Dave, Samantha, Doug, Nick, Zack, Bobby Steinmetz, and Justin Steinmetz. Ron is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia (Pat), his parents James Russell (Russ) and Esther, and sister Merlyn (Mernie).
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, December 14, 2020 at 11:00 am at the Life Event Center at Florida Memorial, 5950 US-1, Rockledge, FL, 32955. The celebration will continue at 2:30 pm, with appetizers and a cash bar, at Kelly’s Burgers and Beer, 650 N Wickham Rd., Melbourne, FL, 32935. Interment will be private.