Ronald Hernden's Obituary
Ronald Arthur Hernden, age 68, of Big Rapids went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, October 19, 2012. He was born on August 3, 1944 in Roseville, Michigan, the son of Henry W. and Marjorie C. (Tucker) Hernden. Ron enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, fishing and having coffee with friends at Sharon's Restaurant. He also loved to solve and fix mechanical problems, as well as helping family and friends. Ron is survived by Terri Ann, his wife of almost 49 years, four children; Mark (a special son who Ron and Terri Ann have cared for his whole life), Jeff (Delcy) of Morley, Tammi (Chris) Tellkamp of Byron Center, Matt (Nancy) of Big Rapids, seven grandchildren; Jon and Monica Hernden, Kyle, Brandon and Faith Tellkamp, Tim and Rebecca Hernden, two brothers; Jim and Rick Hernden and three sisters; Jane Avendt, Marion Rossbach and Gloria Rank. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters; Clara LeRoy, Judy Grewe and Patricia Gilbert plus one grandson, Joseph Hernden. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at Trinity Fellowship Evangelical Free Church in Big Rapids. Memorial Contributions may be made to Ron's family.
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