Ron’s life began on Dec. 20, 1934, in Johnson City, Ill., the son of Robert and Edna Fay (Pemberton) Leck.  He was united in marriage to the former Inez Anthony on Aug. 23, 1974 in Michigan City.

Ron was a construction project manager for several years and retired as the Vice President of Power Systems.

He was an avid golfer, playing in several area golf leagues at many of the local courses.

He and Inez enjoyed golfing in the couple’s golf league and when it came time to trade in the golf clubs for a bowling ball, they enjoyed the couple’s league at Lakes Bowl in Sister Lakes.

Ron cared for and loved his family, especially his grandchildren very much.

His loving family includes his wife Inez of Dowagiac, children Ronda Leck of Chicago, Rick (Sheri) Leck of Sturgis, Robin (Todd) Wilson of Dowagiac, Kim (Mike) Zomer of Caledonia, and Brett Radke of Dowagiac, grandchildren Chad McCoy, Tyler (Sarah) McCoy, Christin (Jesse) Vansma, Sam Leck, Lucas Cronkhite, Lexi Cronkhite, Vivian Cronkhite, Brandon Wilson, Kendra Wilson, Reegan Zomer and Josie Zomer.

Ron passed away on Sunday July 17, 2011 at Borgess Lee Memorial Hospital.  He is preceded in death by a son Mark McCoy in 2007.  His family will gather with friends on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Yazel and Clark Chapel where his funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m.  He will be laid to rest in Keeler Cemetery.  Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Cass County Cancer Services or the donor’s charity of choice.  Please sign his guestbook and leave a memory of Ron at www.yazel-clark.com.