Obituary for Ronald "Ron" R. Weppelman

Ronald "Ron" R. Weppelman, age 95, of Hayesville, NC passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024.

He was born in Pittsburgh, PA to the late William Weppelman and Anna Aschebremmer Weppelman. Ron graduated from Latrobe High School in 1948. After graduation, Ron entered in the Navy; he served 10 years. He then joined the Air Force and retired with 10 years of service. He worked in the computer industry as a production supervisor. He was an avid bowler at Blairsville Bowling Alley where he won many tournaments. Ron and Claire delivered meals on wheels to friends for over 23 years. He volunteered for 10 years at the Clay County Food Pantry. He was a charter member of the local American Legion Post #532 of Hayesville and a lifetime member of the American Legion. Ron was a active member of the Hayesville First United Methodist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Richard, Charles, Robert, Joseph, and William Weppleman; Norma Jean Datti, Catherine Weppelman, Lillian Fry and Delores DeAngelo; and one son, Lyle Medlock.

He is survived by his wife, Claire Weatherby Weppelman; son, Robert Weppelman (Marie); grandchildren, Catti-Brie, Robert Wade, Faerun, Rhiann; and daughter, Linda Gail Weppelman; daughters, Laura Medlock, Linda Caton (Gary), Lawrence Medlock (Tracy); son, Lewis Medlock; grandchildren, Rachélle, Grace, Cheryl Ann, Jeffrey, John; and great grandson, Lyle.

A memorial service will be held in the spring of 2025.

Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.