Ronald Gene Danbury, 83, of Tamaroa, IL left this earth for his heavenly home surrounded by his loving family on March 14, 2024 at 3:27 p.m. following a short stay at Fairview Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in DuQuoin, IL.  Ron was born to Bernard and Pearl (Thorpe) Danbury on November 22, 1940.
Ron served in the United States Navy from 1959 to 1965.  He was stationed out of Providence, RI.  He worked as a structural mechanic on the Aircraft Carrier, Lake Champlain.  He was proud to have been part of the mission picking up astronaut Allen Shepard following our countries first flight into space.
Ron married the love of his life, Lyla Kay (Heape) Danbury on September 27, 1963.  Together they raised three children.  Ron loved his family and treasured time spent with them.  He enjoyed car racing, hunting, and vacationing with his wife.  Ron was a devout Christian and his heart was spreading the gospel.  He was a member of West City Church of God in West City, IL.  Along with his wife, he served as a missionary to various countries.  Cancun, Mexico held a special place in his heart.  He helped to build three churches in the city and formed strong friendships with the people of Cancun.  Singing gospel music was another passion of Ron's.  He sang with The Beacons and Sons of the King.
Ron worked at Guthrie Appliance in DuQuoin, IL for 30 years before starting his own appliance repair business with his wife, R & K Repair.  Ron was a master at repairing small appliances and served the local communities in this capacity until his retirement.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter, Robin Jean Danbury.  He is survived by his wife Kay Danbury, daughter: Rhonda Fleming and husband Dana of DuQuoin, daughter: Rene Milligan and husband Mark of DuQuoin, and son: Kirk Danbury and wife Ragena of Percy.  He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
A celebration of Ron's life will be held on Monday, March 25, 2024.  Military graveside rites will be held at 9:00 A.M. at Sunset Memorial Park in Du Quoin with services conducted by Du Quoin V.F.W. and American Legion and the United States Navy.  Visitation will be at West City Church of God in West City, IL beginning at 10:00 a.m. with a funeral service officiated by Reverends Harold Whitlock and Ron Davis beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.