Ronald Fitchhorn

McLean — Ronald “Ron” Fitchhorn passed away April 5, 2025, in Normal.

He was born Sept 1, 1942, one of two children of Ruth and Paul Fitchhorn.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, sister and brother-in-law Carol & Milton Tarbox, and nephew Greg Tarbox.

Ron married Yvonne Hopkins on September 12, 1963. They have two sons, Mike and Randy Fitchhorn.

Ron is survived by his wife, sons, 4 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, and one nephew.

Our dad, Ron, was known for his inquisitive mind and infectious laugh. He had a love for reading, history and agriculture. He never met a stranger and always found people to talk to. When he traveled he was always able to find the “farmers table” in local restaurants and would usually end up sitting and talking to whoever was there.

Ron was involved in many groups locally, state-wide, and nationally. We could spend a lot of time listing them all but he was not one to really worry about where he served, but that he served with a passion in all he did. We as his family, know only some of the many things he did and ask that you remember Ron for the effect he had in your life either publicly or privately. We invite you to come to his Celebration of Life and share your memories with us.

Faith was always an important part of his life. Since his retirement, and especially in the last few years of his life, he grew in that faith. He sought a deeper knowledge and understanding of God. As a man of God he sought to show Jesus to all he interacted with. In all things he asked the question, “How would Jesus handle this?”

Please come and celebrate Ron – husband, dad, uncle, cousin, grandfather, and friend – on Saturday April 12, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., at Heyworth Christian Church. The last 1/2 hour of the celebration will be a prayer service in Ron’s memory. The celebration/visitation will be a time of memories, fellowship and sharing with the people who knew and were affected by him. While we will miss Ron, we also want to remember who he was and the reward he has found with God.

In lieu of flowers, our family asks that you plant flowers in his memory or donate to either the Mt Hope/Funks Grove Fire Department or Heyworth Christian Church.

We especially want to thank those at The Arc for their encouraging, tender and loving care.

Ron was cremated and a private burial will take place at a later date.

Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home of Atlanta is assisting the family with arrangements.