Ronald E. McVey
April 14, 1947 — October 01, 2024
Ronald Edwin McVey, 77, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Ron was born April 14, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa to Herman Gordan and Mary Margeret (Cram) McVey. Ron attended East High School. He married the love of his life, Loretta (Stawsky) in 1965 and remained married for 58 wonderful years. Ron worked for the City of Des Moines, Monarch, and eventually retired from Sysco foods.
Ron enjoyed all activities with family, bowling, fishing, playing card games, bird watching, gardening and going to the casino. He always brought joy to others with his witty sense of humor and kind heart.
Ron loved his family dearly and those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife Loretta, son Ron Jr McVey (Connie), granddaughter Mikki-Kaye Esparza (Gilbert), great grandsons Levi, Nolan and Gabe Gallegos, step-grandchildren Dylan and Trinity, and brother Brad McVey.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, sister Virginia, and brother Doug.
Services will be held on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines, followed by funeral service at 11:00 a.m. There will be a luncheon immediately after the funeral.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Mick & Lavona Webb
10/09/2024
Lonnie, we are so sorry...just heard about Ron (don't get the newspaper) and am sorry to have missed the funeral. We have great memories of you two. We are thinking of you at this most difficult time. Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss.
Kelly and Matt Loy
10/07/2024
Condolences to Lonnie and family. You were an amazing neighbor that welcomed us from day one and every day since with a friendly smile and a helping hand. You will be missed ❤️
Carole Mylon
10/06/2024
Lonnie,
I was so sorry to see Ronnie's Obituary in the paper. I'm probably one of the few who remembers being at your wedding! It was always great to see and talk to you both! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Love,
Carole
Rob and Coleen Swisher
10/06/2024
Dear Lonnie,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
We have had the privilege for 13 seasons now to carry on the LAKE HOUSE vibes at Hidden Valley that you and Ron passed on to our family. We have laughed much, loved like crazy and lived the lake like well thanks to you both. God bless you….real good.
Sincerely 🐟😊🙏
The Swishers
Gary Cram
10/05/2024
Ron and Lon were always a great example of how people ought to be for me growing up, and I will certainly miss Ronnie’s humor.
Lee Smith
10/04/2024
My condolences to Lonnie and family. My neighbor you will be missed. Talks in the backyard always a friendly smile.