Donald A. Gronas, age 54 of Lima, passed at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at his residence. He was born February 1, 1964 in Lima, Ohio to Kalmon E. and Barbara Long Gronas, who survive in Indian Lake.
Donald was a U. S. Air Force Veteran, a retired factory worker, and enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson. His greatest love was his family and spending time with his grandchildren.
Also surviving is a son – Caleb (Kassie) Gronas of Lima; 2 daughters – Chelsee Gronas of Columbus, Mississippi; Courtney Bailey of Lima; 8 grandchildren; a brother – Dennis (Becky) Gronas of Lima; 2 sisters – Diann (Kevin) Canavan of Lima; Denise (Jerry) Hall of Uniopolis.
He was preceded in death by a sister – Deborah Schoonover.
A memorial service will begin 10:00 a.m., Monday, October 22, 2018 at Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Cridersville. Chaplain Dick Coon will officiate and military rites will be observed by V.F.W. Post 1275 of Lima.
Memorial contributions may be made to James Cancer Hospital for research.