He was born in Canton, Illinois on November 18, 1949 to the late Carl and Josephine (Ponzer) Rogers. He married Rebecca Ray in Pekin on March 27, 1971, and she survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Stephanie Crim; grandchildren, Jason Crim and Kody Crim; great-grandchildren, Kaylin, Kinley and Karsen; brother-in-law, Danny Ray; niece, Kaylee Wehr; and nephew, John Ray.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ronald retired from Enercon Engineering in 2005. He enjoyed family, friends, classic cars, drag racing and sport-shooting.
Cremation has been accorded.
Davison-Fulton Woolsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.