"I was very saddened to learn of Ron\'s passing but I will always remember many happy youthful days and nights at Wee-Ma-Tuk fishing and partying. Barry Bass - Class of 60."
Ronald Pritchard
Ronald Pritchard, 80, of Canton, passed away, Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at Graham Hospital in Canton.
He was born on January 9, 1942, in Galesburg, to Bernard "Pete" and Edith (Stoneking) Pritchard. They preceded him in death along with one brother Zane Pritchard.
He Married Martha (Boultinghouse), on October 18, 1996 in Lewistown. She preceded him in death on June 1, 2020.
He is survived by six children, Shannon (Amber) Pritchard, Josh Pritchard, Doryan Konhorst, Kelly (Terry) Collins, Craig (Candy) Harkless, Brian Harkless, sixteen grandchildren, Zach (Britlynn) Pritchard, Luc Pritchard, Nick Pritchard, Derek Pritchard, Addy Pritchard, Savannah (Bryan) Berlin, Gabbi (Corey) Gabler, Hannah Konhorst and Landon Konhorst, Jeremy (Brandi) Smith, Katie (Derek) Halsey, Skyler (Ariel) Harkless, Nick (Kelsie) Vaughn, Myles Harkless, Chloe Harkless, Izzy Harkless, Twenty one great grandchildren.
Ron worked for Freeman United Coal Mine he retired after their closing. He later worked as Park Ranger for the Canton Park District at Lakeland and was a member of the Canton masonic Lodge. Ron enjoyed hunting and fishing and eating good food. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals Fan and he enjoyed the many years of attending all his children and grandchildren's sporting events.
A graveside service will be held on Friday May 20, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Josephs Catholic Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to Canton Booster Club.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
"I was very saddened to learn of Ron\'s passing but I will always remember many happy youthful days and nights at Wee-Ma-Tuk fishing and partying. Barry Bass - Class of 60."
"I am sorry to read about Ron. He was a great guy! My thoughts and prayers to you all."
"I?m so sorry to just read of Ron?s passing-Thoughts and Prayers for all of you??"
"Unconditional peace and comfort to his family . He was such a loving kind man ."
"Sorry to learn of Ron's death. My condolences to Ron's extended family. His death is a loss to all of us - Class of 1960. "
" Pritchard family So sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing.You are in our thoughts and prayers."
"I was one of his shuttle drivers and always enjoyed our short drives. I told him he reminded me of my grandfather. My sympathies are with his family."
"To Ronnies crew - our sympathy to all. Good times at lots of ballgames. RIP Ronnie. R & J "
"Shannon we are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your CHS classmates."WE ARE THE CLASS OF 87""
"My deepest condolences and prayers to the family, May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn sustain and surround you until you meet again. Psalms 147:3 "
"So sorry to hear about Ron?s passing.our thoughts and prayers for his family. Many fun times with Ron in a duck blind. He will be missed by many. "
"We are so very sorry to see this?. Our prayers go out to you all. So many memories at ballgame?s. RIP "
"So sorry to hear of Ron's passing sending our prayers love and hugs to all "
"Ron was a good guy and saw him often when our kids were playing ball. Thoughts and prayers are with entire family. RIP Ron. M/C Scott "
"Ron was a great guy. RIP old friend the conways"
"My thoughts and prayers are with the family!!!"