Ronald Dowson Obituary
We bid farewell to Ronald Dowson of Auburn, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 23, 2025 at the age of 85. Ronald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ronald Dowson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lucille Dowson and Harold Dowson (Freck); his daughter Leigh Ann Rogalski; and his brothers, Thomas "Ted" Dowson and Larry Dowson.
He is survived by: his wife Edwina Harvey; his children, Lori Cross (Tom), Denny Dowson (Sharon), Joe Dowson (Alethea) and Jim Dowson (Kadence Koen); his son-in-law Bill Rogalski; his grandchildren, Kelly Wright (Jordan), Emma Latham (Matt), Will Cross, Noah Cross (Courtney), Erica King (Nathan), Cami Beckerman (Tyler), Dakota Dowson (Emma), Alyssa Rogalski, Justin Rogalski, Shelby Dowson, Kyle Dowson, Abbi Brummett, Grace Brummett, Tyrus Thomason and Parker Thomason; and his sister Martha Sue Boston (Bill) of Roodhouse. He is also survived by 13 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Sugar Creek United Methodist Church or Alzheimer's Association.
