In Memory Of
Ronald Eckhart
1935
2017
Ronald Eckhart
July 29, 1935 — September 30, 2017
Ronald Eckhart, went to be with our Lord, September 30, 2017. He was born July 29, 1935 in Toledo to Clarence and Katherine (Gries) Eckhart.
He joined the Air Force during the Korean War in 1953 and was stationed in England until 1956. Upon his return to the U.S., Ron joined the 180th Tactical Fighter Group, where he retired as Lieutenant Colonel in 1988. While raising five children, Ron attended the University of Toledo where he received his Bachelor's and then Master of Arts and Education Degrees in Anthropology. He was a National Honor Society member (Alpha Kappa Delta).
He was active in senior groups and enjoyed socializing, dancing and playing cards.
Ron was very patriotic and proud of his military service, and generously supported various veteran organizations. Of all of Ron's accomplishments he was most proud of his five children.
Ron is survived by his children, Jim (Linda Rose) Eckhart, Kathy Eckhart, Colleen (Tom) Lopez and Mike (Lynn Brysacz) Eckhart; grandchildren, Kristen (Mike) Schmitt, Katy Imhoff, Tommy, Dan and Ben Lopez, Virginia Brysacz, Jackson and Riley Eckhart; great-grandson, Austin; sister Mary Badenhope; nieces and nephew, and the mother of his children, Kathleen Jeffreys. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his son, John Eckhart and his niece, Sue Kurdys.
The family would like to thank his Alanon Family for all of their love and support for the past many years.
The family will receive guests Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. in the Newcomer Funeral Home, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo (419-381-1900).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
To leave a special message for Ron's family please click on the share memories tab above.
He joined the Air Force during the Korean War in 1953 and was stationed in England until 1956. Upon his return to the U.S., Ron joined the 180th Tactical Fighter Group, where he retired as Lieutenant Colonel in 1988. While raising five children, Ron attended the University of Toledo where he received his Bachelor's and then Master of Arts and Education Degrees in Anthropology. He was a National Honor Society member (Alpha Kappa Delta).
He was active in senior groups and enjoyed socializing, dancing and playing cards.
Ron was very patriotic and proud of his military service, and generously supported various veteran organizations. Of all of Ron's accomplishments he was most proud of his five children.
Ron is survived by his children, Jim (Linda Rose) Eckhart, Kathy Eckhart, Colleen (Tom) Lopez and Mike (Lynn Brysacz) Eckhart; grandchildren, Kristen (Mike) Schmitt, Katy Imhoff, Tommy, Dan and Ben Lopez, Virginia Brysacz, Jackson and Riley Eckhart; great-grandson, Austin; sister Mary Badenhope; nieces and nephew, and the mother of his children, Kathleen Jeffreys. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his son, John Eckhart and his niece, Sue Kurdys.
The family would like to thank his Alanon Family for all of their love and support for the past many years.
The family will receive guests Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. in the Newcomer Funeral Home, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo (419-381-1900).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
To leave a special message for Ron's family please click on the share memories tab above.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Ronald Eckhart, please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Saturday, October 7, 2017
11:00am - 2:00 pm (Central time)
Newcomer - SW Toledo Chapel
Service
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Starts at 2:00 pm (Central time)
Newcomer - SW Toledo Chapel
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