Ron Spitler, beloved husband of 58 years to Jan, was called Home on February 18, 2026. Ron was preceded in death of his parents, Raymond and Violet and his brother John. He is survived by his children Donna (Chris) Buxbaum, Warren, and Teresa (Dan) Lindstrom. Grandchildren Michael, April, Devin and Emma and great- grandchildren.
Ron joined the Navy in ’63 and worked as a missile technician during the Vietnam War. After proudly serving aboard the USS Oklahoma City for his country for four years, he had various jobs as an electrician eventually working for over 30 years at Anheuser-Busch Brewery and a proud union member of Local One. His hobbies included fresh water aquariums, his beloved Senegal parrot, Annabelle, and several family dogs.
After retirement, he enjoyed the countryside of Grand Lake, Oklahoma with his lovely wife, Jan and meeting several new friends that are now considered family to them both.
Services: Roadside service at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:30am. By Kutis South County Chapel