Ronald Finkbeiner

Ronald Finkbeiner

March 23, 1932 - July 01, 2023

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Finkbeiner, Ronald L.

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother passed away on Saturday afternoon, July 1, 2023 at HealthSource Saginaw, he was 91 years old. Ronald Lloyd Finkbeiner was born on March 23, 1932 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Menno and Adella (Neumann) Finkbeiner. He married the lovely Mabel Steffen in 1955. Ron proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was employed by the Saginaw Art Museum as a Maintenance Technician, retiring after several years of service. Ronald was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for many years.

He was a wonderful woodworker and loved making and repairing furniture. Ron enjoyed going for walks, bicycling, and taking care of his home. He also enjoyed going to Higgins Lake State Park and spending time on the beach. But, what Ron really loved most was spending time with his family.

Surviving are his wife, Mabel Finkbeiner; children, Kathryn (Ed Goodwin) Finkbeiner, Doug Finkbeiner; daughter in-law, Penny Finkbeiner; grandchildren, Ron Finkbeiner, Stephanie Ackerman, and Brian Finkbeiner; six great-grandchildren; one sister, Janet Wells, and many nieces and nephews.

Ronald was preceded in death by his son, Craig Finkbeiner; grandson, Cory Finkbeiner; siblings, Mary Wedding, Verna Ledtke, and Roger Finkbeiner.

In keeping with Ron's wishes, cremation has taken place. There are no services planned at this time.

MEMORIALS: The Finkbeiner family asks those planning an expression of sympathy to plant a tree in Ron's memory or to consider a donation to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation at https://themmrf.org/get-involved/ways-to-donate/

Deisler Funeral Home is honored to serve the Finkbeiner family. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.

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A Memorial Tree was planted for Ronald Finkbeiner
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Deisler Funeral Home
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Jeff Finkbeiner
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Our family has a tradition to name the trees that have been given to us over the years after the person who gifted us with them. In 2002, Uncle Ronny gave us a maple sapling from his small woodlot. Today, it is a beautiful tree in our front yard. Dad and Uncle Ronny were instrumental in helping us build our house. It is true, having just a string, after square, hammer and skill saw, Uncle Ronny could build a complete house! As a boy, high schooler, and young man, there were 3 men that I wanted to be like: my Dad, Uncle Harold and Uncle Ronny. Uncle Ronny was a groomsman in our wedding. Myself and my family have many fond memories and I had many great conversations with Uncle Ronny. Our deepest sympathies to Doug, Kathy and the entire family. Rest in Peace, Uncle Ronny.
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Andrea Hudson
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I have some very fond memories of my great Uncle Ronny. While I did not know him super well, I remember him helping my dad (Jeff Finkbeiner) with the construction of his house. I remember being in awe of his carpentry skills. I remember attending his and Aunt Mabel's anniversary celebration dinner in Frankenmuth. I remember the times he would swing by in his truck to say hi at my parent's home. I remember him joking with my grandpa (Roger Finkbeiner). In all these memories, I think of Uncle Ronny as an incredibly kind, soft-spoken, and sweet man. He was a great and special person, who will be very missed.
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Kathy Finkbeiner
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Dad I miss you so much. You were the one who took care of everyone. Your love for Mom was strong and never wavered. You made hard decisions for the best of all the family.
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Kathy and Ed planted 3 trees in memory of Ronald Finkbeiner
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Dad these trees are for you. I remember how much you liked to be outside.Love youKathy and Ed

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