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Ronald Lee Florea

Birth	:	9 Feb 1934 Hamilton County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	24 Oct 2020 Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Aurora Cemetery, Aurora, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.8843994, -97.9997025
Description	:	Ronald L. Florea passed away in Lincoln, Nebraska on October 24, 2020 at the age of 86. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 31st at the Higby-McQuiston Chapel, located at 1404 L Street in Aurora, NE. Graveside service at the Aurora Cemetery. Ronald Lee Florea was born February 9, 1934 on the family farm southwest of Hampton, Nebraska. He passed from this life Saturday, October 24th, 2020. Ron's early life was spent on the farm, attending country school. Ron graduated from Aurora High School in 1952. Following a short stint in... Read More	Ronald L. Florea passed away in Lincoln, Nebraska on October 24, 2020 at the age of 86. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 31st at the Higby-McQuiston Chapel, located at 1404 L Street in Aurora, NE. Graveside service at the Aurora Cemetery. Ronald Lee Florea was born February 9, 1934 on the family farm southwest of Hampton, Nebraska. He passed from this life Saturday, October 24th, 2020. Ron's early life was spent on the farm, attending country school. Ron graduated from Aurora High School in 1952. Following a short stint in junior college in California, Ron settled into college life at Hastings College. His academic career was put on hold when he joined the U. S. Army, serving for three years, 18 months of those in Korea. Following his honorary discharge, Ron continued his education at Hastings College. He and Leslie Wintermute had known each other before Ron served in Korea, but upon his return to Hastings, the two began dating. Ronald and Leslie were married November 23, 1957. The newlyweds moved to Ames, Iowa, where Ron enrolled in the engineering school at Iowa State College. In 1959, however, a family illness necessitated the two move back to Nebraska. Ron finished his degrees at Hastings College, majoring in Math and Physics, graduating in 1961. Their first child, Lee Ann, was born in 1960 in Hastings. Ron and Les moved to Trumbull, Nebraska, where they both taught high school and sponsored school activities. During this time Ron coached a state volleyball championship team. The couple's second child, John Jeffrey, was born in 1965. The school year of 1965 -1966 found the family in Cozad, Nebraska, where Ron taught and Leslie substitute taught. Only one school year was spent in Cozad as Ron had an opportunity to move to Aurora and work for Wortman Ford. A math position opened at Aurora Junior High School because of illness and Ron was approached about the job. He accepted, and the remainder of his teaching career was spent at Aurora Public School. Mike Patrick, the couple' third child, was born in Aurora in 1966. While living and teaching in Aurora, Ron served on the Aurora City Council. In 1971, Ron received his Masters Degree in Math Education from the University of South Dakota. Soon after, the family moved to the family farm, Ron juggling the double careers of teaching and farming. However, Ron always found time for family fun. Horseback riding, fishing, water sports and Colorado vacations were some of their favorites. Ron and Les also loved their bridge clubs and were blessed with many close friends. After retiring from teaching in 1993, Ron and Les enjoyed traveling, especially to tropical islands. He also worked many hours on the Hamilton Community Foundation Board, serving in many capacities. Ron and Leslie moved to Ord, Nebraska in 2001 where they spent many hours on the Calamus fishing and taking their childrens' families boating and tubing. Ron was especially fond of his horse, Winston, and the two embarked on numerous trail rides. In 2005 the couple moved to Stromsburg, Nebraska, living there until their move to York in 2015. While in Stromsburg, Ron was very involved civically and in 2013 was crowned Midsommer Swedish Festival King. God and church were extremely important in Ron's life and he served in various capacities on church boards and committees over the years. The American Legion, VFW and his time spent in the army were also important aspects of Ron's life. The countless hours he volunteered to these organizations were acts of love given for those who have served. Ron will always be loved and missed by his daughter and son-in-law Lee Ann and Galen Maresh of York, son and daughter-in-law John and Valerie Florea of Lenexa, Kansas and son Mike Florea of York. Grandchildren left to cherish his memory are Justin Maresh and fiancee, Nikki Thomas of Crested Butte, Colorado; Allison Maresh and spouse Kelly Malone of Santa Fe, New Mexico; Alex Maresh of Santa Fe, New Mexico; Lauren Florea and fiance Kal Safy of Manchester, England; and Casey Florea of Lenexa, Kansas. Brother-in-law Gary Wintermute and wife Joan of Hastings; sister-in-law Dianne Wintermute of Holdrege and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leslie; parents John and Imogene Florea; sister Dorothy Bish.

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Ronald Lee Florea's memorial is located at: Aurora Cemetery, Aurora, Hamilton County, USA.
When did Ronald Lee Florea death?
Ronald Lee Florea death on 24 Oct 2020 in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 40.8843994
Longitude: -97.9997025

Family Members:

Parent

John R. Florea

(1903 - 1998)

Imogene Splinter Florea

(1905 - 1999)

Spouse

Leslie Gayle Wintermute Florea

(1936 - 2020)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Aurora Cemetery
Aurora, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8843994, -97.9997025

2. Catholic Cemetery
Aurora, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8844000, -97.9997000

3. Salem Evangelical Cemetery
Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9300003, -97.9828033

4. Lincoln Valley Cemetery
Hampton, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8939000, -97.9217500

5. Siloa Cemetery
Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9305992, -98.0749969

6. Hampton Cemetery
Hampton, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8727989, -97.8927994

7. Richland Cemetery
Marquette, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9668999, -98.0175018

8. Pleasant View Mennonite Cemetery
Aurora, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8286018, -98.0838013

9. Salem Cemetery
Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8217010, -97.9203033

10. Prairie Gem Cemetery
Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7991982, -98.0363998

11. Youst Cemetery
Hampton, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8577995, -97.8818970

12. United Lutheran Cemetery
Hampton, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9300003, -97.8827972

13. Monroe Evangelical Free Church Cemetery
Murphy, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9449000, -98.1125000

14. George Cemetery
Hampton, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8149050, -97.8940420

15. Beaver Valley Cemetery
Hampton, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8563440, -97.8570700

16. Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery
Hampton, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9154910, -97.8477940

17. Saint Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery
Kronborg, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9995000, -97.9393610

18. George Western Cemetery
Marquette, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 41.0181900, -97.9888900

19. Seaton Cemetery
Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7569008, -98.0871964

20. Mennonite Brethren Cemetery
Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8139000, -97.8274994

21. Franklin Cemetery
Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7416992, -98.0642014

22. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Giltner, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7710991, -98.1391983

23. Giltner Cemetery
Giltner, Hamilton County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7717018, -98.1408005

24. Plainfield Cemetery
Bradshaw, York County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8856010, -97.7925034