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Ronald Steckling

Edwardsville |

Ronald A. Steckling, age 81 of Edwardsville, Illinois, died at 5:10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at the Edwardsville Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born on November 25, 1934, in Watertown, WI, the son of the late Carl & Olive (Meyer) Steckling. Ronald was a history professor at SIUE for many years before his retirement. He married Vicki L. Kessel on October 7, 1977, in Edwardsville. She preceded him in death on January 4, 2004. Ronald is survived by three daughters, Elizabeth Watters & husband Michael of Edwardsville, Marsha Steckling & husband Ray of Colorado, Jeanne Steckling & husband Thom of Colorado; one son, Raymond Steckling & wife Lauren of Colorado; four grandchildren, Caden, Nicholas, & Rhianna Watters, Jason Gordon; and one great granddaughter, Melody Gordon. He was preceded in death by one brother. There will be no visitation or service. Ronald was cremated according to his wishes. The family request memorials to the American Cancer Society or Metro East Humane Society.  Weber & Rodney Funeral Home in Edwardsville is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed online at weberfuneralhome.com.


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