Ronald P. Faist, 77, of Fremont, OH passed away at ProMedica Memorial Hospital on January 16, 2023. Ron was born on February 27, 1945 to Carl and Lucille (Nickel) Faist. He was a 1963 graduate of St. Joseph High School. Ron served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1969. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze star, The Republic of Vietnam Commendation Medal and Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon. He was employed by Whirlpool Corporation for 31 years and retired in 2004. Ron enjoyed fishing, bowling and detailing cars and working at Thornwood Golf Course in Fremont.
Ron is survived by his children; Leezette (Dave) Littell, Akron, Tonya (Chad) Samson, Fremont, OH, grandchildren, Miranda (Andrew) Banda, Cheyenne Samson; siblings; Dick (Kathy) Faist, Toledo, OH, Carol (Phil) Trick, Sherry Hintze and John Faist all of Fremont.
Ron is preceded in death by his parents and grandson, T.J. Conrad
Visitation will take place on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 10:30 am at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Sara L Dorland
Carol, Phil and Family! You have our Deepest Sympathy. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Larry and Karen Cronin and Randy and Sara Dorland
James E Gonya
Ron had a wonderful sense of humor. Sharing time with him in high school was a memorial period in my life. Can visualize him riding his scooter to school, if my memory serves me correctly. God’s blessings to his family as they now walk the “Road” with one less.
Mia Ruffing
My Monday mornings at Frickers will never be the same wo Ron. He will definitely be miss by many! Sending lots of love and good vibes to John and the rest of his family!
John Whittaker
My sincere condolences to Ron’s family,, Many wonderful memories from the teen age years and riding on the Cushman Eagle. May God hold you in his loving arms Ron .
Jim Hershey
My heart goes out to the family on there loss to their loved one. I salute Ron for service he gave to his country and the Bronz Star that he received. As a vietnam veteran myself I CAN UNDERSTAND the pain and suffering he went though while in vietnam and after. May he rest in peace.
Natalie Robbins
Ron Paul, a friend to all. He leaves a legacy of inspiration and bravery. He was a master at always finding a way. I will forever remember his big heart and kind soul.
To Ron’s entire family, I am so sorry that you have lost such a good man. I am grieving with you and send warm memories and God’s comfort.