Ronnie Baxa
January 29, 1952 ~ November 2, 2025
Ronnie L. Baxa, 73, of Ely, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025. He was employed by a variety of feed companies; B & G Feed, Super Sweet, Yoder Feeds, and DeKalb Feeds. He loved getting to know all his customers and many became lifelong friends.
His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. He was quick to laugh and had a big smile. Nothing made him happier than having his family around.
Ronnie was born January 29, 1952, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, son of George and Dorothy (Longerbeam) Baxa. He was a 1970 graduate of Solon High School.
Ronnie is survived by his wife, Becky; children, Scott (Kelly) Baxa of Solon, Iowa, Daniel (Suzy) Baxa of Marion, Iowa, and Jen Marks of Ely; grandchildren, Caden and Garret Baxa of Marion, Ellie, Wren, and Mila Marks of Ely; brothers, Dean (LeighAnn) Baxa and Larry (Ange) Baxa; sister, Joan (Chuck) Coon all of Lisbon; and many nieces and nephews.
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Arlene Howell and Darlene Baxa.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ronnie’s memory may be directed to Ely Fire Department or Ely Public Library.
A private family burial will take place at Lisbon Cemetery. Celebration of Life will be at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Ely American Legion.
Services
Burial:
Lisbon Cemetery
200 Cemetery Road
Lisbon, IA 52253
319-455-2459
Celebration of Life:
Saturday, November 8, 2025
12:00 pm
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May all the memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. He will always be near and in your hearts. He is once again, full of life, no pain and in the loving arms of our Lord.
We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. Lean on each other to help each other during this time.
Laura & Doug
So sorry Scott and Daniel to here about your Dad , my heart and prayers go out to you all .
Becky and family,
So sorry to hear about Ronnie’s passing. He was a very dear friend to my folks, Dean and Joyce Moore. Almost daily, Ronnie stopped by their house for coffee and conversation. I will remember him always.
Randy Moore
San Angelo, Texas
Our thoughts and prayers are with your all.
Ron was such a wonderful person and neighbor.
The Baxa family have been in my thoughts and prayers with the loss of Ronnie. The Moel’s grew up together and such a loss is so sad with losing Ronnie. Rest in peace and a Heavenly Angel watching over family and friends.
Linda Moel Shimerda
Although I didn’t know Ronnie well I do know many family members. I am sending my thoughts and prayers to all of you. It’s very hard to lose a loved one and you will need one another for strength.
Mike Jones
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is. Hold your love for Ron close and smile when you think of him and know he is riding on your shoulder. Please know you are in my special thoughts.
Annamae Baker