Ronald Dean "Ronnie" McCabe, 55, of Mt. Pleasant, died Friday, March 6, 2015 at the home of his sister in rural Danville.
He was born January 18, 1960 in Mt. Pleasant, the son of Billy M. and Erma Jeanne (Timmons) McCabe. On March 21, 2008 he married Codi Souder. He served in the United States Navy from 1979-1982, with assignments in both Greece and Italy.
Mr. McCabe was an artist, known for his mural painting on buildings in Kansas City, MO. He enjoyed history, taking truck rides with his dog Franky, the outdoors, boating, guns, and spending time with family and close friends. He was a comedian at heart.
Mr. McCabe is survived by his wife of Mt. Pleasant; his parents of New London; one sister, Marge (Bob) Sink of Danville; one brother, WD McCabe of New London; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, and sister Rena Claire McCabe.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at Elliott Chapel, New London. Pastor Rod Cooper will officiate. Military Rites will be presented by the Henry County Honor Guard. According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded and inurnment will be held at a later date. Vi...[more]
ation will begin after noon on Tuesday, March 10 at the Chapel, with the family greeting friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A memorial has been established to Hospice of Central Iowa.