Ronald Braden Obituary

Ronald E. Braden Sr.

Nov 23, 1936 - Dec 5, 2022

Collins

Ronald E. Braden Sr., 86, born and raised in Collins, passed away Monday, Dec. 5, 2022, at Admiral's Pointe in Huron and under the care of Stein Hospice.

Ron was born Nov. 23, 1936, in Collins, to the late Roy Lewis Braden Sr. and Wonita M. (Elmer) Braden.

Ron proudly served his country from 1955-1959 as a member of U.S. Marine Corp. He was a dedicated employee for U.S. 20 Auto Parts for more than 40 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, gardening, and building intricate model barns. His former wife was his best friend and they were inseparable. Ron spent as much time as possible with his grandchildren.

Ron is survived by his children, Mark (Reva) Braden of Norwalk, Anna (Brian) Mingus of Norwalk, Curtis (Lorie) Braden of Clyde, and Ronald Braden Jr., of Tiffin; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and one on the way; siblings, Donna Tharp of Brewster, Sharon Goodrich of Collins, Linda Evans of Collins, Dale (Irene) Braden of Norwalk, Keith Braden of Collins, Billy (Chris) Braden of Collins, and Darrell (Kathy) Braden of Collins; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives.

In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his former wife and best friend, Penny Braden; siblings, Roy Braden, Bobby Braden, and Sue Smith; and grandson, Christopher Braden.

Visitation will be 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, at Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home, 98 W. Main Street, Norwalk, Ohio, 44857. Ron's funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, at the funeral home. Pastor Charles Conrad will be presiding. Military honors and a graveside service will follow at Collins Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, Ohio, 44870.

Fond memories and condolences may be shared online at www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com.