Ronald J. Horsley

Ronald J. Horsley, age 89 of Grove City, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 19th, 2023 surrounded by his family. Ronald was born September 23rd, 1933 to the late James Scott Horsley and Flossie Irene “McCleese” Horsley in New Boston, Ohio. Ronald grew up in New Boston and Eden Park Oh, and South Shore Kentucky. As a young man he learned the building trade from his father. Throughout his life he continued to build many homes. He went on to study Engineering at Virginia Polytechnical Institute (Virginia Tech). Afterward, his career included experience in several different fields. He worked at Detroit Steel in New Boston as a Project Engineer and managed the Rod and Wire division. He designed the plant layout and operation of C.H.I.D., a modular housing plant in Portsmouth. He was a Superintendent at Mansbach Metals in Ashland Ky. Ron supervised engineering at McLouth Steel in Detroit, Michigan. He was responsible for the construction, engineering and operation of Jackson Iron and Steel. Later in his career he supervised plant and project engineering at Goodyear Atomic/Martin Marietta. This included responsibilities at the nuclear facility in Oak Ridge Tn. It was during his assignment in Tennessee that he fell in love with the state. He returned after retirement to Johnson City, with his wife, Barbara Ann, where he built yet another home near his beloved Buffalo Mountain. After Barbara’s passing he returned to Buckeye state to reside in Grove City. Ron was active in the Boy Scouts and was an Assistant Scout Master with Troop 12 at The Franklin Ave Methodist Church in Portsmouth . He was involved in the establishment of Rosemount’s community pool, Roseland. Ron served on the School Board for Clay Local Schools for many years. He was a trustee for All Saints Episcopal Church. He was a Master Mason of Free Masons of Johnson City Lodge No. 486. His contributions to his community are too many to list. Ron was a kind soul and a gentlemen. He loved a good conversation and met never met a stranger. He loved all animals and the beauty of nature. He was loved and respected by his family and friends and will be missed and always remembered. Ronald is survived by his children: Ron (Christy) Horsley, Amy (Brian) Bevins, Nikki (Kurt) Lenhart, companion: Billie Kirby, grandchildren: Ron Horsley III, Joe, Brendan, Tara, Tyler, Stephen, Kaitlin, Madison, Kelsey, Cameron and Megan as well as 10 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents Ronald was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Barbara Ann (Bennie) Horsley, sons: Joe “Scott” Horsley and Todd Horsley, sister: Jeneane Kelly. Funeral Services for Ronald Horsley will be held at 1PM Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Chillicothe, Ohio with Rev. Rowena MacGregor officiating. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service from 11AM-1PM. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.mayhew-brownfuneralhome.com

Ronald J. Horsley

September 23, 1933 - March 19, 2023