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Ronald Elkins Obituary
AIKEN - Ronald (Ron) Elkins, 83, of Aiken, SC, formerly of Bensenville, IL, died peacefully in his sleep on January 23, 2023, after a long illness, surrounded by his loving family.
Ron was the son of the late Orr (Crawford) and Mildred (Gasser) Elkins.
Ron is survived by his loving wife Charlene and was the beloved father to Ronald Jr. (Carol) and Kevin Elkins. He is also survived by fond brothers O.C. Elkins; Ben (Christie) Elkins; Glenn (Pat) Elkins; David (Linda) Wheatley; Larry (Laura) Wheatley; and Clifford (Diana) Wheatley. He was the fond uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Ron was the plant manager at the now defunct Duo-Fast Corporation, in Franklin Park, IL. He was a graduate of Lake Forest College.
Ron loved retirement in Cedar Creek and was one of the founding members of the Chi-Wa-Wa Golf Club.
A Graveside service will be held Saturday afternoon, February 4th at 1 o'clock in Bledsoe Cemetery, Wallens Creek, Jonesville, VA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the organization of your choosing, or to the FOTAS Animal Shelter, in Aiken, SC.
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Dave Elkins
February 2, 2023
Rest in peace Ron. Will miss you at our reunions, that great smile and good humor. Peace and comfort to the entire family.
Ginny/Larry McClure and Wilma Blevins
January 31, 2023
Thinking of you and praying all the sweet memories of Ron will comfort you. He was a special man and loved by many.
Joe and Laurie Sprecher
January 31, 2023
We were very blessed to know Ron for the past 13 years. What a wonderful man and special friend! We have so many photos capturing the good times we have had and we will cherish those memories forever... he will be greatly missed.
Gary and Mary Cox
January 26, 2023
We were very blessed to be neighbors to Ron and Char for 19 years. Ron was quiet man and when we played cards he would say "I don't know how to play this game, he would win every time". His smile and laugh will be missed.
Glenn and Pat Elkins
January 26, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mary Meyers
January 25, 2023
So sorry for your loss, Char, Ronnie and Kevin. So many great memories and shared laughter. Peace to you, dear friend.
Joyce & Ralph Salatino
January 25, 2023
Oh so many memories - no one can ever take those away. Untill we meet again, Dear Friend RIP.
Love, Joyce & Ralph
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