Obituaries
Ronald Jay Hunsicker, 75
September 8, 1945 - January 23, 2021
Ronald Jay Hunsicker, D. Min. passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at the age of 75. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Kendall (Keech), his children Jonathan Prince and Angela Hunsicker (Chris Daniel), and his siblings Jim Hunsicker (Carol), Tom Hunsicker (Pat), Janice Stickley (Dave). He was exceptionally fond of his grandchildren Isabella and Jace (Angela), Christian, Kyle, Tyler (Jonathan) and nieces and nephews. He loved seeing his many cousins and their families. Everyone will miss his memorable family stories.
Ron grew up in a rural environment, where family was very important. As a young man, he was involved in farming and gardening, including 4H and the Grange. These things carried over to his adult years where he continued to use this knowledge and enthusiasm inside and outdoors. He became a passionate private pilot and was athletic as he picked up any sport he played, including wrestling, softball, marathon running, tennis, and more recently golf.
Ron was a graduate of Spring-Ford High School, Bluffton College, Associate Mennonite Biblical Seminary, and Princeton University. In his early career, he was a pastor of several churches and then became involved in addiction rehabilitation and counseling, working with both hospitals, private and professional organizations, making many contributions to the field of addictions. Over the years, his work took him to Indiana, Winnipeg, Manitoba, New York, and finally Lititz, Pennsylvania.
Ron had not retired in his later years as he worked for Mannheim Auto Auction. He continued to thrive as a golfer and enthusiastically prepared delicious meals for family and friends. He traveled the world and the US, his heart being in Ocean City, NJ for family vacations. He wrote two books documenting the history of his ancestry, Growing Up Gottshall (maternal) and 300 Years of Stories About The Hunsicker Family In America, 1717-2017. In September 2020, he finished his memoir, Ronald Jay Hunsicker, A Memoir.
There will be a Celebration of Life later 2021. Any donations are appreciated and thoughtfully directed to Bluffton University, https://www.bluffton.edu/ or the American Heart Association https://www.heart.org/.
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Condolences to the Family
April 04, 2021
April 4th, 2021
We only learned yesterday of Ronald Hunsicker’s death on January 23, 2021. We offer our condolences and prayers to the family. Rev. Hunsicker officiated at our wedding in Winnipeg on July 3, 1971. We greatly appreciated his services. We had email corresponsences with Ronald in August 2020 when he wrote us a lengthy, warm and thoughtful letter. We have good memories of Rev. Hunsicker’s services in Winnipeg.
With Sympathy,
Henry & Elisabeth Reimer, Saskatoon, SK
January 31, 2021
Ron was our neighbor and friend. He was ever so talented. He helped us get more proficient with computers. He was an amazing cook and gardener. He home improvements were over the top. He adored his wife Kendall. He will be missed.
Paula & George Schott
January 31, 2021
My deepest sympathy, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Your family holds a special place in my heart.
January 31, 2021
Kendall, I was so saddened and shocked to see Ron’s obituary in the paper this morning. It brought back so many memories from our time at SJL. Lots of funny, serious, frustrating, etc. times. I will always remember how Ron’s was the voice of reason so often in so many meetings. Of course we always had fun having dinners with you both and talking about flying and other common interests.I hate to do this online but I honestly have no idea where you even live these days. We moved a year ago to Lititz so we aren’t in our old house any more. I often think of our many, many hours working together on various projects especially the dreaded JCAHO accredidations. Lots of hair pulling in those days. We all loved SJL and hoped and prayed that it could have been more successful. It’s demise was not for lack of interest and effort on the part of all of us who worked there.I hope you are getting the support you need from family and friends. I don’t even know if you’re at WV any longer. If you ever feel up to making contact I’d love to hear from you. Ted’s and my thoughts are with you.
January 31, 2021
We were sorry to hear of Ron’s passing, Kendall. May God bless you and comfort you knowing Ron is with Him.
with Sympathy,
Bill & Patty Pasquino
January 31, 2021
So very sorry for your loss Kendall.
May all the wonderful memories of a life shared give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
In Star Love,
January 31, 2021
So very sorry for your loss.
January 29, 2021
May you find peace knowing he is in God’s care. Praying for comfort for you and your family. I am so sorry to hear this news.
Donna Frailey
January 29, 2021
We offer our condolences to you, Kendall, on Ron’s death, remembering enjoyable dinner exchanges in our homes when we lived in Lancaster. May sadness and gratefulness coexist as you grieve and reflect on your lives together.
Cornel & Martha Rempel, Winnipeg
January 29, 2021
Very sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Ted and I truly enjoyed our friendship with both you Kendall and Ron in South Bend, IN at Memorial and after. I imagine they are catching up in heaven while Ted is showing him around. My heart goes out to you Kendall and want you to know I am here to listen or talk whenever you want.
Andi Foti
January 28, 2021
Saddened to hear of Ron’s sudden passing he was a friend of ours in Elkhart Indiana and fellow golfer at times and camping trips with our families. Son, Jonathan in our home for a time . Our condolences and our prayers are with the members of his family.
Ronald and Mim Friesen
you may call -Manheim neighbors Kendall, please call…can’t find your #
Ronald G Friesen
January 27, 2021
Making memories to share with again one day, Ronnie.
Chris Daniel
