Ronald Evan Smallarz
April 7, 1934 ~ July 5, 2023
Born in:
Barnes County, North Dakota
Resided in:
Fargo, North dakota
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Ronald Evan Smallarz, 89, Fargo passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family.
Ron was born April 7, 1934 in Barnes County, ND to Joe and Sadie (Janish) Smallarz. He graduated from Buffalo High School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean Conflict. He went on to attend Interstate Business College.
He worked for Westgo Manufacturing for 30+ years before moving to Alloway and finally Gateway Building Systems, retiring in 2020.
He married Lucille Borseth on October 6, 1961, in Watertown, SD. They made their home in Fargo, ND.
He was an avid Minnesota Twins and Vikings fan. He also loved the music of Hank Williams Sr.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lucille, Fargo, ND; children, Kevin Smallarz, Fargo, ND, Rhonda (Chad) Holland, West Fargo, ND, Debbie (John) Larson, Boulder, MT, David Smallarz, Fargo, ND, Roberta (Brandon) Winge, Fargo, ND; 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 grandsons, Matt Holland, Alex St. Germaine, Brandon Huseth, 2 brothers, Floyd Smallarz and Kenneth Smallarz.
Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Monday, July 10, 2023 at Grace Lutheran Church, Fargo with visitation starting at 10:00 A.M.
Interment with Military Honors: Riverside Cemetery, Fargo.
Services
Funeral Service - Monday: July 10, 2023 11:00 am
Grace Lutheran Church - Fargo
821 5th Avenue South
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
(701) 232-1516
https://www.gracefargo.org/
Visitation - Monday: July 10, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Grace Lutheran Church - Fargo
821 5th Avenue South
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
(701) 232-1516
https://www.gracefargo.org/
Burial:
Riverside Cemetery - Fargo
2102 5th St S
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
(701) 235-2671
https://www.fargoriverside.com/
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So sorry for your loss he was a great guy always had a good joke he was my dads best friend
Jagoda and I are so sorry for Your loss. At the same time, so happy knowing Ron. We keep You guys in our prayers.
Roberta and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. We never know when this will happen but we know one day it will. Cherish all the great memories of your dad. Thats one thing we will always have. God be with you as you say that final goodby. Hugs
Rita