Ronald Deem

Ronald (Ronnie) Deem, 77, of Broseley, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Ronnie was born April 4, 1947, to Kenneth Deem and Peggy (Pierce) Deem.

He was also a long-time resident of Poplar Bluff.  Ronnie enjoyed flying small planes, boating, cars and generally anything that would go fast. He spent time exploring National Parks in his RV, and had many fond memories of camping with his daughters. He also loved mowing his lawn with his enormous lawn mower.  Finally, Ronnie loved spending time with most of his family and all of his friends.

Ronnie is survived by one son, Ryan Paskel of Poplar Bluff; two daughters, Amanda Chase and Megan Deem, both of Park Ridge, Illinois; one sister, Janice Deem Jeffries of Doniphan; and four grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Peggy Deem; and one brother: Gary Deem.  A host of family and friends also survive.