Ronald Eugene Gilpin, age 80, of Grand Rapids, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2017 at Clark Retirement Community. 

The son of Donald & Dorothy (Risch) Gilpin, he was born on May 2, 1936 in Oakland, California. Ronald was a proud U.S. Army Veteran. 

Honoring his wishes cremation will take place. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Ronald’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com