Ronald "Ron" W. Unger

Ronald "Ron" W. Unger, 80-year-old resident of Motley, MN passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Lakewood Health System in Staples, MN. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Motley with Rev. Paul Kohler officiating. Burial will follow at Emmanuel Cemetery, also known as Culdrum Cemetery, located north of Swanville, MN. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 P.M. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 and one hour prior to the service on Thursday, all at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Motley. Caring for Ron and his family is the LeMieur Funeral Home in Little Falls, MN. Ron was born on October 10, 1944, in Swanville, MN, to the late Herman and Helen (Beseman) Unger. Ron proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from September 11, 1962 to September 9, 1968, when he was honorably discharged from duty as a Sergeant. During his time in the military, he worked primarily as a helicopter mechanic, held White House clearance, and also participated in search and rescue operations in Japan. Through mutual friends, he met his future wife, Betty Gossen in 1968 and they married in 1972. The couple lived in Minneapolis, where they raised their children Ruth, Mary, Leander, and Ron, while enjoying many adventures and travels around the country. Ron spent most of his career at Tension Envelope and Print in Minneapolis, MN. Together, they built a life filled with love and service, dedicating many years to caring for their children and many foster children. Ron’s hobbies included riding motorcycles, hunting and fishing, enjoying classic cars, serving in the Color Guard, and supporting fellow Veterans. Ron is survived by his loving children, Ruth Foos of Saint Cloud, and Ron Eggen (Katherine) of Montrose; and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Betty; his aunt, Nora Beseman; and his children, Mary Jones and Leander Eggen. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the medical team at Lakewood Health System for their compassionate care and support during Ron’s final months.

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Ronald "Ron" W. Unger

October 10, 1944 - June 1, 2025