Loogootee Man Ronald 'Ron' Davis Dies at 79

Davis served in the Army and worked at Kimball International before retiring

Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:26pm

Ronald 'Ron' Dean Davis, a 79-year-old resident of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, at Deaconess Memorial Hospital in Jasper, Indiana. Davis served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and later worked for over 20 years at Kimball International before retiring.

Why it matters

Davis' passing marks the loss of a community member who served his country and dedicated decades of his life to local businesses. His obituary highlights the importance of honoring those who have contributed to their communities through military service and long-term employment.

The details

After graduating from Loogootee High School, Davis honorably served in the U.S. Army as a Specialist E-4 in heavy artillery, stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he worked for over 20 years at Kimball International before retiring. Davis later enjoyed working as a salesman at Jeff's Bait and Gun Store in Jasper, Indiana.

  • Davis passed away on March 30, 2026.
  • Davis was born on November 4, 1946.

The players

Ronald 'Ron' Dean Davis

A 79-year-old resident of Loogootee, Indiana who passed away on March 30, 2026.

Charles F. Davis

Davis' father.

Lillian A. (Carrico) Davis

Davis' mother.

Jason (Michelle) Davis

Davis' son.

Jeff Davis

Davis' son.

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The takeaway

Davis' life story exemplifies the importance of honoring those who have served their country and dedicated decades of their lives to local businesses and communities. His passing is a loss for the Loogootee area, but his legacy of service and hard work will continue to inspire others.