Ronald F. Kellner

March 10, 1947 - March 19, 2022

Ronald F. Kellner, age 75, of Fair Oaks, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022. He was born on March 10, 1947, the son of John and Lois (Warne) Kellner. Ron was a graduate of Fair Oaks High School with the Class of 1965. He then worked for Parr Elevator for fifty-four years before moving on to retirement four years ago. On November 7, 1970, he married the love of his life, Nancy Stellingwerf, and she survives. Together, they had two sons and two daughters. He was a past member of the Indiana National Guard. Ron was affiliated with Virgie Christian Church. He enjoyed gardening and farming. Ron was well known for his large garden, which he planted every year and shared the abundance of produce with multiple families. His favorite pastime was being with his family. He was affectionately known as “Rescue Ron” by his children and grandchildren for always coming through when needed. He will be missed dearly by his family and community. Ron is survived by his loving wife of fifty-one years, Nancy; children, Heather (Shane) Box of Fair Oaks, IN and Heidi (Robert) Neely of Wheatfield, IN; daughter-in-law, Kelli Kellner of Hebron, IN; grandchildren, Tyler Clapp, Matthew Hennin, Erin Howard, Shane Box, Hayden Box, and Megan Kellner; great grandchildren, Emma, and Lincoln; brother, Jack Kellner. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, and sons, Christopher Kellner and Aaron Kellner. Friends may call on the family on Thursday, March 24, 2022, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM CDT at Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 25, 2022, at 10:00 AM CDT at Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer with Pastors Bill Taylor and Derald Ailes officiating. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens of Rensselaer. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to continue the tradition of planting Ron’s Garden and sharing the yield with many local families.