Ronald E. Zemla Obituary
We bid farewell to Ronald E. Zemla of Palatine, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 18, 2025 at the age of 81. Ronald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ronald E. Zemla to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parent Edward Zemla (Eleanor); his stepmother Eleanor; his aunt Josephine; his uncle Harry Mondry; and his siblings, Sharon and Edward Ronald (Mary Ann).
He is survived by: his wife Mary Ann; his children, Angela Ferrazza (Joe) and Jaime Ferry (Doug); his siblings, Glen Zemla and Dawn Watkiss; and his grandchildren, Lizzie, Cameron, Charlie, Quinn and Max.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 11th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (2515 W Palatine Rd, Inverness, IL 60067). A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, March 11th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ron's memory to Second City Canine Rescue by visiting SCCrescue.org/donate or by simply "paying it forward" with an act of kindness for someone in need, in his honor.
