Ronald C. Lund

Ronald C. Lund, age 81, affectionately known as Ron, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025, with his loving wife, Jean and family, by his side. Born on August 20, 1943, in Rockford, Illinois, Ron lived a life full of warmth, humor, and devotion to his family and community.

Ron had an impressive career that began at the tender age of 20 when he started working at Jewel Food Stores, where he dedicated 33 years of service. He later transitioned to Frito Lay, where he spent 24 years working in sales. Throughout his professional journey, Ron’s remarkable personality shone through, endearing him to colleagues and customers alike. He was known for his quick wit and inherent ability to make those around him smile.

A proud alumnus of Joliet Township High School, class of 1962, Ron enjoyed attending monthly luncheons with his classmates. In his spare time, he enjoyed umpiring for boys and girls softball leagues and refereeing for volleyball leagues in the community.

Ron was deeply passionate about his favorite baseball team, the Chicago White Sox, often playfully teasing anyone who supported the "other rival team". With a motto of “Good Guys wear Black,” He was a natural jokester, always eager to share laughter and wisdom with everyone he met.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Angela Jean (Airola) Lund, along with his beloved daughters, Lori (Stephen Papesh), Kathleen (Jim Oefelein), and Karen (Shane Hubble). Ron's legacy continues with ten cherished grandchildren: Kaitlin, Emily, Allie Papesh, Patrick, Isabella, Matthew, Ryan, Daniel Oefelein, Marlee, and Zack Hubble. He is also survived by two brothers, Wayne and Gene Lund, along with various sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Pauline Lund (Cuplin) and Glenn Lund.

His family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Porter Place in Tinley Park and Lightways Hospice Care for their compassionate care during the last six months. Ron will be remembered for his kindness, humor, and the love he poured into every aspect of his life. He touched the hearts of many and will be dearly missed.

Memorial gatherings in celebration of his life will be held on April 30, 2025, at Kurtz Memorial Chapel Ltd in New Lenox from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by a Mass on May 1, 2025, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Joliet at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Ron's name to Lightways Hospice Home AKA Joliet Area Community Hospice or to Juvenile Diabetes. Please see links below.

https://lightways.org/donate/

https://donors.diabetes.org/