Ronald G. Kempel 1937—2016Ronald G. Kempel, age 79 passed away on Sunday September 11, 2016 at the Manor Court of Freeport, IL. Ronald was born on April 6, 1937 in Freeport, IL the son of Preston and Evora (Brinkmeier) Kempel. He was a graduate of Pearl City High School in the class of 1955. He married Donna Boyer on July 23, 1955 at Donna's parent's farm home, Kent, IL. Ronald farmed with his wife Donna until 1977. He then drove semi, was employed in the agricultural fertilizer business and also agricultural real estate sales. Ronald was a member of the Lena Lions and Lena United Methodist Church, he sang in the church choir and a Barber Shop Quartet. He also served on the village board of Lena. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his family and going dancing and snowmobiling in Northern Wisconsin. He enjoyed watching Chicago Cubs and Bulls games. He also enjoyed playing softball, baseball and bowling. Survivors include his wife; Donna of Lena, 3 sons; Gregory (Heather Kempel of Freeport, IL, Bradley (Diane) Kempel of Lena, IL, and Douglas (Connie) Kempel of Lena, IL.; grandchildren; Chris Kempel, Curt Kempel, Chelsea Kempel, Jason (Jennifer) Kempel, Bethany (Teag) Haughan, Jake Kempel, Rachel (Roger) Bedeker, Danielle (Ryan) Thomas; Step-grandson; Erik Eiseman, step-granddaughter Kelsey Eiseman. 8 great-grandchildren; Owen, Emma, Lucas, Liam, Ava, Mason, Cayla, Max. Also surviving are 2 brothers; Terry (Joyce) Kempel and Lynn Kempel. Preceded in death by his parents.Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday Sept. 16th 2016 at Lena United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday, September 15th, 2016 at Leamon Funeral Home. Officiating will be Rev. Brian LeBaron. Burial will be held at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Freeport, IL. A memorial has been established in his name. Friends and family may send condolences to the family at www.leamonfh.com.