Ronald A Nemec passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family Friday, February 19, 2016. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 8, 1934 to his parents Rose and Al Nemec. Ron graduated from Arsenal Tech High School and later attended Butler University. Like many of his generation, Ron was a member of the US Army. He served at Fort Benjamin Harrison as a Chaplain's Assistant. While on leave, Ron married the love of his life, Beverly A Barker on June 11, 1957. Together Ron and Bev shared fifty-eight years of wonderful memories. Ron and Bev enjoyed their three children: Catherine (Paul) Staff, Leslie (John) Porteous, and Ron Jr., his four grandchildren: Sarah and Emily Porteous, Alexandra and Rebecca Staff, and niece Karen Shirley.
Ron's love and passion was his yearly summer trip to fish the boundary waters of northern Minnesota accompanied by his family and best friends. He enjoyed attending numerous NASCAR races, and rooting for his beloved Hoosiers, Cubs and Blackhawks.
A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday, February 24, 2016, from 5-7 PM at Leppert Mortuary located at 740 E 86th Street, 46240. A private...[more]