Ronald Eason

Ronald Eason, 80, of Iowa Falls, passed away Monday, September 27, 2021 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. A visitation will be held from 5:30 – 7:30 PM on Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Woodley Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest with military honors and a family graveside inurnment at the Eastlawn Memory Gardens in Eldora. Woodley Funeral Home, LLC of Iowa Falls is caring for Ron and his family. Ronald M. Eason was born on June 23, 1941 to George and Marjorie (King) Eason. He attended Iowa Falls schools. Ron honorably served in the United States Army from 1960-1966. On June 24, 1989 he was united in marriage to Varina Lou Smith in their Iowa Falls home. For over forty-seven years, Ron worked in the maintenance/tool shop for Prestress Concrete in Iowa Falls, Iowa. Whether it was baiting a hook, serving up his famous Sunday sourdough pancakes, getting a Crayola marker manicure from his granddaughters, giving a quick “warning tap” to the back of the head to remind his daughter of the speed limit, or cracking a cold one with his grandson, Ron kept his hands busy. He always made sure those around him had what they needed — and if he wasn’t able to find it, he was in his shop making it. He had a knack for new hobbies & was genuinely interested in learning about the things his family and friends were up to. He was known as “Papa Ron” to those who adored him most (and anyone driving behind him). His grandchildren and great grandchildren were the light of his life. He bragged about each and every one of them every chance he had. If he wasn’t texting them asking about their day or what time the Packers play, he was out in his garage building them something incredible for a wedding, first home or pinewood derby race. Most recently he took an interest in shopping for princess dresses and baby dolls for the youngest of the crew. Ron’s children thought the world of him. More often than not, he knew picking up the phone meant someone had a fun new idea that he could help with. He was never too busy or too tired to let them know he would “sure try” and waited (impatiently) for the plans so he could get started. His hands touched the lives of many, but most importantly they held the hands of the love of his life, Varina. In their 37 years together, 32 years of marriage, they experienced a lot of life, some wild trips to Branson, and many evenings watching polka dancing. Ronald Eason is survived by his wife, Varina Eason of Iowa Falls, Iowa; children, Valerie Schueller of Tama, Iowa, Pam (James) Koenen of Hampton, Iowa, Becky (Blaine) Frieden of Mason City, Iowa and Doug Smith of Iowa Falls, Iowa; grandchildren: Shaunna Grey, Brandi Brewer, Makayla Sielaff, Kenli (Bryan) Parker, Emily (Zach) Moss, Evan Koenen, Jacob Frieden, Lucas Smith, and Jack Frieden; great-grandchildren: Cassie Brewer, Hayden Brewer, and Lucy Parker; several aunts, uncles, cousins and many beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, George Eason. Ron lived a simple life and he loved the simple things. But mostly, Ron loved his family and friends (and every dog he met) in such a way that everyone knew without a doubt just how loved they were. Rest EZEE, Papa Ron.

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Ronald Eason

June 23, 1941 - September 27, 2021