Rondal H. Brey

Rondal H. Brey 88

October 29, 1934-August 29, 2023

Merrillville, Indiana

Formally from Philpot, Kentucky and Hammond, Indiana

       Rondal was born on October 29, 1934 in Davies County, Kentucky. He entered into the presence of the Lord on August 29, 2023 in Merrillville, Indiana at Spring Mill Health Center.

       He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Yvonne Brey (Nee Justis), proud father of Scott Brey of Fort Worth, Texas, and Kimberly (David) Buxton of Crown Point, Indiana, proud grandfather of Matthew Buxton, Jacob (Samantha) Buxton, Hayley (Eli) Springer, Brigette (David) Yarbrough, and great-grandchildren Travis and Sadie Buxton and Caden Yarbrough. He is also survived by siblings: J.D., Donald, Margie and Kelly. 

       He was preceded in death by parents, John and Eva Brey, and siblings William Sr. (Bill), Ruby, Essie, Laura Nell, Frances, Leland, and Gene. 

       Rondal served as a marine in Korea. He loved to squirrel and rabbit hunt. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. He retired from Inland Steel after 36 years. He retired to Philpot, Kentucky where he spent 27 years.

       The visitation will be at Cecil's Funeral Home, Whitesville, KY on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. with the funeral service beginning at noon.  Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery.

Professional arrangements are entrusted to White-Love Funeral Home, Chesterton, IN. Please share your wonderful memories with the family at: www.whitelovefuneralhome.com.

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