Ronald Wayne Coartney Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ronald Wayne Coartney of Charleston, Illinois, who passed away on August 16, 2025 at the age of 89. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ronald Wayne Coartney to pay them a last tribute.
As Ronald departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ronald may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ronald leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harvey Wayne and Mary Jane Coartney (Wright). He is survived by: his wife Donna Coartney of Charleston; and his children, Stephen R. Coartney (Brenda) of Milwaukee, WI, Stephanie L. Coartney of Louisville, KY and Stacy W. Coartney (Connie) of Louisville, KY. He is also survived by grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284.
