Ronald “Ronnie” J. Sears, 77, of Salem, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Ronnie was born on December 26, 1948, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of Robert Gene Sears and Viola Mae (Nichols) Sears. He spent his life rooted in southern Illinois, where he built a life centered on family, hard work, and simple joys. Ronnie was a dedicated worker for many years. He spent 24 years at World Color Press before …
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