By Jim Meridith
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      Ronald “Ron” L. Hallam, age 74, of Albion, IL passed unexpectantly from this life to the next on October 14, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his family.
      Ron was born on July 19, 1946 in Streator, IL to James and Clara (Bliss) Hallam.
      On January 30, 1976 he married Melody Chapin in West Salem, IL and they enjoyed almost 45 years together.
      He was a Veteran who served his country during the Vietnam War and was a Purple Heart Medal recipient. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post #8222 and a member of the American Legion Post #590. Ron was an employee of Champion Labs as a set-up man for several years. In recent years, he enjoyed wintering in Florida and camping with his children and grandchildren, who he absolutely loved and adored. His family was his life!
      He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Robert Hallam and one great-grandson, Todd Leslie Marks.
      He is survived by the love of his life, Melody Hallam, his three daughters: Janet (Les) Slunaker, Misty (Kris) Robinson and Ronika (Cory) Gill, 8 grandchildren: Kaytlyn (Randall) Marks, Kassidy Slunaker, Kase Robinson, Carsyn Robinson, Ian Gill, Kiki Robinson, Emma Gill and Abby Gill and one great-grandson, Troy Marks. He is also survived by one brother, Mahlon (Vonny) Hallam, two sisters-in-law, Candace (Wayne) Thacker and Judy (Dale) Fleck and one brother-in-law, Leon (Terri) Compton and several nieces and nephews.
      In keeping with Ron’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded, and a private family service will take place at Graceland Cemetery with military rites.
      Memorials may be made to the American Legion Post #590.
      Online condolences and fond memories may be left for the family at www.meridithfuneralhome.com
      Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

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    1. Quinn and Glenna Hunley / October 17, 2020 at 10:29 am

      We ate so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Ron was always proud of his girls, he liked to make you laugh. Now he and his best buddy Sherman Tarpley can do some fishing and make each other laugh. They both had a lot of jokes.

    2. Carolyn Higginbotham / October 17, 2020 at 6:22 pm

      I’m so very sad to hear about his passing. Ron was an amazing person. I truly will miss his smiling face. ❤rach

    3. Debra Schmittler / October 20, 2020 at 4:06 am

      Uncle Ronnie was one of my favorite uncle’s very loving man will be missed prayers for the family

    4. C. Wilson / October 20, 2020 at 5:11 pm

      To the HALLAM FAMILY in their time of grief, “THERE ARE NO WORDS” that I can say.

    5. Doug Cooper / October 21, 2020 at 7:19 am

      Melody and family my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ron was a great man and friend. I could never count all the fun and laughs I’ve had with your whole family. When we were younger you never thought these days would come when loved ones would leave us, As we get older it seems to happen to often. Just know we will meet again someday. Your friend Doug Cooper

    6. Glen & Sissy Iles / October 22, 2020 at 10:25 am

      We’re so sorry for your loss and comfort and prayers are sent your way! We are so glad that he is getting to celebrate with his family and friends in heaven with no health problems and no concerns, God bless you and your family and especially know that Ron is having fun up there and awaiting the day that your family will meet him again….God Bless🙏🏻❤️

    7. charles maidlow / November 28, 2020 at 11:51 am

      I haven’t seen Ron since 1963, however, he was a great friend and I am sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to all of his family. I will miss him.

      charles maidlow
      sun city, ca.

    8. Marna Rea Deats / February 1, 2021 at 10:15 pm

      When I was young the three Hallam boys (my first cousins) lived on Jacob Street in Streator, Il, Their mom ,Clara, I remember as a sweetheart. Their father visited the hospital when his brother died.
      I have such good memories of them running around Jacob St. they moved to southern Illinois after Claras passing and I never seen them again.
      Marnie Hallam Deats
      Idaho

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