Ronald A. Hagaman passed away January 15, 2021 peacefully. Ron was born April 26, 1932 in Pioneer, Ohio, the son of Elgie F and Madeline (Decker) Hagaman. He was preceded in death by Betty (Stehlik), his wife of 56 years.
Ron graduated from Hillsdale High School in in 1951. He attended Hillsdale College where he played both football and basketball. He was drafted into the Army and is a veteran of the Korean Conflict. When he returned from his military service he attended and graduated from Michigan State University with both a Bachelor and Master of Science degrees. His affinity towards Hillsdale College and Michigan State University lasted his entire life. He was a strong supporter of both institutions.
Ron and Betty lived in Peoria where Ron worked for and retired from Caterpillar. Ron and Betty moved to East Lansing in 1997 after retiring. Ron enjoyed golf and he and Betty loved spending time with family and friends, gardening, traveling and volunteering at several organizations. Ron was a thoughtful, friendly and generous person. He made a positive, personal impact on his family and friends, and to many not-for-profit organizations through his many philanthropic causes.
Ron was preceded in death by his brother Richard and sisters Edith Bell, Pauline Fisk and Maxine Titus. He is survived by his twin brother Donald and sister Doris Stuchell, numerous nieces and nephews, and his dear friend Barbara Joseph.
Due to Covid restrictions, a family funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM January 25, 2021 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 1730 East Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI. Interment will be at Ford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5302 S. Cedar St. Lansing, MI.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.greastlansing.com for the Hagaman family.
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