Ronald Don Taflan Sr.
April 15, 1938 ~ November 7, 2018
Ronald Don Taflan, Sr., 80, of Weirton, passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018 in the Weirton Geriatric Center. He was born April 15, 1938 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late Alexander Don and Julia Jackowski Taflan.
Ron retired from Weirton Steel where he worked as a computer operator. He was a member of the Cove Presbyterian Church, WSX 25 Year Club and participated in several Weirton bowling leagues. Ron excelled at sports, but his greatest joy was watching his children and grandchildren play. Ron was also an ardent fan of the Detroit Lions and Tigers.
He is survived by his wife Mary Ola Murchland Taflan; sons Ronald (Mary Ann) Taflan and John (Tina) Taflan all of Weirton; daughters Rhonda (Patrick) Sample of Cincinnati, OH and Jennifer Dahlem of Pittsburgh, PA; brother Alexander Taflan of Myrtle Beach, SC; grandchildren Sean (Stephanie) Sample, Jordan Taflan, Rachel (Scott) Johnson, Tyler Taflan, Chelsey (Brandon) Boespflug, Sarah, Justin, Jarod, Joshua and Trenton Taflan and Ethan and Julian Dahlem; great grandchildren Logan and Beckett Sample and several nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received Friday 4-8 PM at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV, where funeral services will be celebrated 11 AM Saturday. Elder Roger A. Criss will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hancock County Animal Shelter, 715 Gas Valley Road, New Cumberland, WV 26047.
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Mary Ola, I was so sad to hear about Ron’s death. He was a wonderful man. I am so blessed to have spent time with you two when I was a little girl. You and your family are in my prayers.
Our condolences to the Taflan family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Memory Eternal
God bless,
Bill and Paulette Galiotos
Mary Ola, So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Sending prayers to you and your family. May his memory be eternal!
So sad to hear about Ron’s passing. He was a friend many years ago to me and my family. My deepest sympathy to Mary Ola and the entire family. He will be missed and remembered.
Joan Rutherford Smith
Dear Mary Ola & family, we are very sad to hear of Ron’s passing, he was always such a pleasant & friendly man. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers. May he Rest in Peace. Sincerely, Mike & Marlene Runkel
Mary Ola – you have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Ron. May his memories keep you strong. Veda and Bugs
Mary Ola, so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Many prayers for you and your family.
Mary Ola, so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Many prayers for you and your family.
Sorry to learn of Ron’s passing. We grew up on Weircrest, my condolences to his family.
So sorry to hear about Mr. Taflan’s passing…he was such a great guy. A lot of great memories about him from over the years!
Memories of Ron Taflan Sr.
Dear Mrs. Taflan and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Let your memories carry you through the difficult times. my thoughts and Prayers are with you. God Bless. Rest in Peace Mr. Taflan.