Ronald E. Houseweart

Age 61 of Monroe, died Thursday, March 13, 2014 at Pleasant View Nursing Home, Monroe, with his wife holding his hand. He was born September 18, 1952 in Rockford, Illinois, the son of Jack and Florence (Strang) Houseweart. Ron was a drifter in his younger years, traveling with various carnivals. He moved to Monroe in 1985 at met the love of his life, Maryann Huber. They were married September 14, 1991 in Martintown. Ron worked as a tree cutter and had worked part time for his father-in-law, Charlie Huber, at the Sharp-It-Shop. He was known as Uncle Ron to all the neighborhood kids, fixing many bicycles over the years. He loved spending time with family and friends, fishing, campfires, and the occasional small engine and computer repair. Ron demonstrated great courage as he remained sober for the past eleven years.

Ron is survived by his wife Maryann Houseweart of Monroe; two daughters, Rachel and Melissa; his mother, Florence "Fran" McLoud; brothers and sisters, Scott, Robert(Julie), Dan, LaVerna, Doug(Heather), Mark, David(Kim); step-mother, Lanita; brothers and sisters, Mike, Michelle, Patrick, Jackie(Rob), and Raymond; many nieces and nephews; and other family members, Phyllis McLoud and Wally Kleineschay. Ron was close with his in-laws, mother-in-law, Lucy Huber; brothers-in-law, Carl (Lisa) and Robert (Nancy); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Houseweart; step-father, Merle McLoud; a sister, Melody; and father-in-law, Charlie Huber.

Memorial services will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 12:00 p.m. , at Grace Lutheran Church, Monroe, with Rev. John Tabaka officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services.