Ronald LeRoy Lehman

Ronald LeRoy Lehman, age 77, of Jefferson, IA passed away suddenly at his home in Mesa, AZ, on March 7, 2022.  

Ron was born on November 14, 1944 to Harold and Maxine Lehman.  He was later joined by a sister Carol and a brother Randy.  Ron’s childhood was spent growing on the family farm where they raised livestock and grains.  His enjoyment of farming lasted through his lifetime, completing his last harvest before heading to Arizona this past fall.

Ron joined the Army National Guard on December 18^th, 1964, and was enrolled through January 27, 1970.  During this time, he worked at Juhl Feed Store in Dana where he met his future bride, Patricia Burkett.

Ron and Pat were married on December 4, 1965, and resided in rural Dana early on in their marriage, eventually moving to the family farm where he spent many years farming along side his father and brother.  

Ron enjoyed a variety of activities including fishing in Canada with his friends for over 30 years, farming with his family, spending time at coffee with his friends in Boxholm, and later in life, going to Arizona during the winter months to spend time with his special friends there. 

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Maxine Lehman and his brother-in-law, Kent Hanson.

Survivors include his wife, Pat Lehman of Jefferson, IA; brother, Randy (Denise) Lehman of Paton, IA; sister, Carol Hanson of Springfield, MO; brother-in-law, Bill Burkett of Jefferson, IA; nieces and nephews: Nick and Lindy Lehman, Parker and Mason; Lisa and Adam Ebersole, Gabe and Makenna; Jowell and Lisa Hanson; Janell and Brian McIntyre, Zoe and Zachary; three special girls: Jannette Thrane, Jackie Moran, and Jodi Blair; other relatives and many friends.  

Memorials may be given to the family to be designated at a later time.

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