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Ron Loneski Obituary
On Friday, August 1st, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather Ron Loneski went to his home in heaven to walk with his Lord.
Ron was born in Hammond, Indiana in 1937. He played basketball and football for Bishop Noll High School, becoming an All Star for the state of Indiana.
He attended the University of Kansas, majoring in Education. He played basketball for the University of Kansas in 1957-1959. He was member of the 1957 NCAA Championship game against North Carolina. He was drafted by the NBA, but joined the Army.
Being a member of the ROTC, he joined the Army and proudly served for 20 years, retiring as a Colonel. During his deployment to Germany, he played basketball for the Army and the Belgium National Basketball Team. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam, receiving a Purple Heart, two Bronze Stars, and Commendations for Meritorious Service.
His love of mentoring others led him to teach for 21 years at Lincoln Prep High School. While teaching, he headed the JROTC and coached basketball. He was named San Diego Coach of the Year in 1991. He continued to hear from many of his former students recognizing his contribution toward starting them on the right path to a better future.
After retiring he married his wife Jackie and moved to Lawrence.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother and his loving son Stephen. He is survived by his wife Jackie; two daughters Laura Ann Carroll of Glendora, CA and Linda Schindler of Murrieta, CA. and their mother Elaine Drosos; eight grandchildren, Stephanie Schindler, Eric Schindler, Kevin Schindler, and Danielle Schindler, all of Murrieta, CA, Stephen Bratakos, Marika Howard, Amelia Bratakos, Cedric Johnson of Glendora, CA.; three great grandchildren.
Also, three stepchildren; Susie Smith, Overland Park, KS, Pat Tramposh, Springfield, MO, Cathy Tramposh, Shawnee, KS.; nine step grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Friday, August 8th at 11:00 a.m. Arterra Event Gallery, 2161 Quail Creek Drive in Lawrence, KS. He will be buried at a later date at a military cemetery in California. Contributions can be make to The Wounded Warrior Project and Kids International Ministries directly or through Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Online condolences may be sent at rumsey-yost.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ron Loneski
Luc Laporte
June 25, 2015
I remember Ron from his playing days at Mechelen (Belgium)in 1965, where he is still remembered as fine gentleman and great player.
I am currently reading the story of his Belgian team 'Racing Mechelen' and googled his name, not being aware of his passing away in 2014.
Toni Saunders
April 4, 2015
For some unknown reason, I googled Mr. Loneski's name tonight and found this sad news. Mr. Loneski was a practice teacher at Washington High School when I was there. He coached our powder-puff football team; leading us to victory! What a great guy. He taught us real plays, not just "run over there" or "throw the ball". I have a picture of him and me during practice when I have my football pads on. What fun he was! My heart goes out to his family and his close friends who I know must miss him.
Robby Hendrickx
September 21, 2014
As an old Racing Basket Belgium teammade, I personally appreciated the very wise words Ron spoke to me , supporting me and advising me how to rebound as a smaller player.I remember that Ron was very proud of his small son, telling him to go and get the basket ball;;;; but coming back with a doll !! this was a very disappointing moment for ROCK RON.
Manny Silva
August 14, 2014
My condolences to the Loneski family. I coached boys and girls high school basketball when Ron was coaching at Lincoln.
A gentleman and outstanding coach. A white coach at a predominately inter-city black school. He had a lot of success coaching, but I remember him for mentoring student-athletes.
Never knew he was a war hero. Looking back I could see why. Honest direct and to the point. I considered Ron a friend and we spent many hours bantering about his days at Kansas. One of my favorite all time San Diego Coaches.
If Ron is buried in San Diego, I would like to attend the service.
Sincerely,
Manny Silva. [email protected], home phone 619-224-5582
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JOHN PEPPERCORN
August 8, 2014
RON AND I WERE FRATERNITY BROTHERS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS AND WE HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES TOGETHER. HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL MISS HIM.
Sean Williams
August 8, 2014
My father, Skipper, told me what a great athlete and man Ron was before I ever met him (when I was still in grade school). He was a legend in his own time.
William Huse
August 7, 2014
It's been a long way since our pledging in 1955
Laura Carroll
August 6, 2014
Dad, you will forever be in my heart. I love you so much and will miss our special times together. Your loving daughter, Laura
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