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Ronald Easton Obituary
Ronald Glenn Easton was born on Dec. 4, 1945, to Lois (Hamilton) Easton and Glenn Dean Easton.
He attended Stern Brunson Elementary School growing up. He was the first born to Lois and Glenn.
Ron graduated from Benton Harbor High School, Class of 1963.
After graduation, Ron had several jobs among them were KFC, Continental Can, Goldblatt's and Hughes Plastics.
He met Carole Newton at Hughes Plastics. He said when she took off the engagement ring she had been wearing, he decided to ask her out and was the first of many. They married in July of 1966.
Shortly after being married, he entered the U.S. Air Force.
Ron, once he got out of the military, went back to work, but used his VA benefits to get an education and went to Lake Michigan College and then off to Western Michigan University where he received his degree. In 1975, they received good news, they were expecting another child. Melanie was born in June 1975. He worked at Whirlpool for the next 35 years. He is survived by his daughter, Anne Dykstra of Portage.
He lost his wife Carole Easton in 2021, and daughter Melanie in 2025.
A memorial service has been planned from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at the Weko Beach and Campground, 5239 Lake St., Bridgman, at the lake house.
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Joyce Snow
March 27, 2026
I always enjoyed talking with Ron. He was so knowledgeable about so many different topics. After Carole passed we communicated through text, and I loved hearing stories about the love if his life and his daughters. He will truly be missed. My sincere condolences to Anne and all of the family.
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Alan W. Easton
March 23, 2026
In August of 2022 I drove non stop from California to Dowagiac, Michigan. I´m glad that I was able to spend time with him. We had a very good visit and he put me up for the night. I envied Ron as he kept the house clean and organized as though Carol was still there. I had hoped to make another trip but it wasn´t in the cards. Ron will not be forgotten and will definitely be missed. RIP cousin.
Andrea ( Belski) Wilson-Leon
March 21, 2026
Dear, sweet, Ron!
Always present and such a calming personality... we will miss our talks with you at Sat coffees, when in town!
Andrea (Belski) Wilson- Leon
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