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Ronald Edwin Austin, 79, of Loves Park, IL, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 22, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born on September 4, 1946, in Belvidere, IL. The son of Gerald D. and Marie F. (Mortensen) Austin. He attended North Boone High School and then went to serve our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He retired after 30 years at Warner-Lampert Company. Ronald enjoyed skiing, fishing, and antique car shows. He is loved and will be missed by his siblings, Richard (Cathy) Austin, Larry (Barb) Austin, and Jackie (Crystal) Austin; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Joan Adams. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.belviderefh.com.