Ronald J. Koehler

July 30, 1932 ~ November 29, 2021
Born in:
Queens, NY
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Ronald “Ron” Jeremiah Koehler, 89, of Fairview, died Monday, November 29, 2021 at CarePartners Solace Center.
A native of Queens, NY, he was a son of the late Camille and Herbert Koehler. Ron was also preceded in death by his wife, Arlene Keller Koehler; a son, Stephen Koehler; a daughter, Karen Marie Koehler; and his eldest brother, Herbert Koehler.
Ron served 8 years in the US Air Force, following which he was a dedicated New York City police officer for 21 years.
He loved his family with all his heart and he would do anything for them. He and his wife Arlene relocated in 1984 to Fairview where he opened a uniform business serving all of our brave men and women in all departments of emergency services for 20 years. Most important to him was his service to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, who reigns forever.
Ron taught the Bible in various Sunday school classes and Bible studies since he gave his life to Jesus and became a born again Christian in 1978.
He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Charlene Koehler of NY; two grandchildren, Sarah Koehler of FL and David Koehler of NY; a brother, Raymond Koehler of FL; and a number of nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 6, 2021 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian in Arden. From 7:00 PM till 8:00 PM, friends and Pastor Payne will be welcomed to share special thoughts.
A Committal Service will be held at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at the Western Carolina State Veteran’s Cemetery in Black Mountain.
Services
Funeral Service: December 6, 2021 4:00 pm - February 18, 2025 8:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Burial: December 7, 2021 12:00 pm
Western Carolina State Veteran's Cemetery
962 Old US Hwy 70
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828)669-0684

With love, Linda (Koehler) Propster