Ronald Wayne Kimmel, 84, of Indiana, died June 16, 2023 at his home in White Township. Born June 11, 1939, in Vandergrift, he was a son of the late Theodore and Mildred (Rearick) Kimmel. He married His wife Cora (Lockhart) on September 14, 1961 and she survives him.
Ron was a Custodian for Armstrong School District for many years, retiring in 2000.
He enjoyed NASCAR, hunting, hiking and being outdoors. He loved being with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife Cora and their three children: Douglas Kimmel (Lynn) of Elizabethton, TN; Wendy Kimmel Jackson (Arthur), of Walsenburg, CO; and Kathy Kimmel Deabenderfer (Mike), of Indiana. Six grandchildren survive him: Vicki, Michael, Melissa, Stephanie, Tristan, Carrie, as well as three step-grandchildren: Hanna, Alyssa and Michael. He also leaves nine great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother Charles Kimmel.
Arrangements are private and under the direction of Rairigh-Bence Funeral Home & Crematory, of Indiana. Online condolences may be offered by visiting rbfh.net
