Ronald J. Donnelly, 82, of Daugherty Township, passed away unexpectedly on October 9th, 2025 at Heritage Valley Beaver.

He was born in Rochester on March 22nd, 1943, a son of the late John E. and Anna (Huber) Donnelly. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Marilynne (Kauffman) Donnelly, his daughter and pride and joy, Chrysanne (Jeffrey) Corsetti, his siblings, John E. “Mickey” Donnelly, Arlene Hiltz and William J. “Joe” Donnelly and many nieces, nephews, and friends who loved him very much.

Ronald was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and had worked at Babcock & Wilcox as a ladle liner. He also worked at both Beaver Valley Country Club in Patterson Heights and Providence Health and Rehabilitation Center in Beaver Falls. In his free time, he enjoyed tinkering with his hot rod, playing dominoes with his family and attending car cruises.

In accordance with his wishes, Ronald will be cremated and a memorial service will be planned for a later date.

Memorial contributions in Ronald’s honor may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001, or the Daugherty Township Volunteer Fire Department, 4198 Marion Hill Road, New Brighton, PA 15066.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to Ronald’s family during this time and was in charge of his arrangements.