Ronald E. Orland

Ronald E. Orland, 77, of North Aurora, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at Presence Mercy Medical Center. He was born September 11, 1937 in Aurora, Illinois to the late Selmer and Katherine (Nolan) Orland. He graduated from East Aurora High School in 1955 and North Central College in 1959. Ron then married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Janice (Weingartner) Orland. They were married for 55 years and made North Aurora their home where they raised their three sons, Ron, Mark and Steve. Ron was a founding and dedicated member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in North Aurora. He served in the U.S. Naval Reserve, worked early in his career as an engineer for Barber Greene and Rapistan, and then worked as a State Farm Insurance agent for over 34 years. Ron loved music and was a gifted percussionist who inspired many through his love of the arts. He played with the Aurora American Legion Band for over 50 years and also performed with the Fox Valley Concert Band, and the Fox Valley Symphony. He was known as Ron, Ronnie, Babe, Uncle Babe, Dad, Pa and Papa, and all who knew him knew his kindness and generosity. In his free time, he loved playing the piano, attending events and concerts of his grandchildren, and spending time with his buddies. He was beloved by his extended family and was looked up to by many who saw his quiet faithfulness and experienced his unconditional love. Survivors include his loving wife, Janice (Weingartner) Orland; sons, Ron (Mary Ann) Orland, Mark (Belinda) Orland and Steve Orland; grandchildren, Samantha Orland, Drew Orland and Jackson Orland; brothers, Jack Orland and Bob Orland; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and treasured friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 7, 2015 from THE DALEIDEN MORTUARY at 9:15 AM to Blessed Sacrament Church at 10:00 AM. Fr. Max Lasrado will officiate. Private interment services will be held at a later date. Visitation will be held Friday, February 6, 2015 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM, where family and friends will join and celebrate Ron’s life, at THE DALEIDEN MORTUARY, 220 N. Lake St., Aurora. 630-631-5500. Please visit our interactive website at www.daleidenmortuary.com to leave condolences for Ron’s family or sign the guest book. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ron’s name may be made to Blessed Sacrament Church, the Aurora American Legion Band or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Ronald E. Orland

September 11, 1937 - February 3, 2015