Ronald E. Derouin, age 78, formerly of Utah and currently residing in Escanaba, passed away Friday evening, August 26, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital.
Ron was born May 25, 1938, in Escanaba, the son of Edward F. and Marcella (Dubord) Derouin. He was raised in Escanaba and was a 1956 graduate of Holy Name Catholic School. Following high school, Ron resided in Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI before relocating to San Diego, CA where he resided for many years. Throughout his life, Ron was employed as a union welder at Kelco and Merck. He retired from Merck in 1995 and returned to Kelco where he worked until permanently retiring in 1999. Additionally, Ron served in the United States Army National Guard. He eventually moved to Utah following retirement. Ron had many hobbies. He enjoyed traveling and was an exceptional wood carver. He will be deeply missed.
Ron is survived by:
Daughter: Vicki Jibben of El Cajon, CA
Sisters: Joanne (Rod) Chapla of Escanaba, MI
Sharon (Sherman) Martin of Ford River, MI Also listed among the surviving family are Ron