Ronald E. Pender, 65, of Marshall, IL, formerly of Clinton, IN passed away 11:14 AM Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 in Twin Lake Rehab and Health Care at Paris, IL where he had resided for the past several years. He was retired from General Housewares at Terre Haute, IN. He was born Jan. 14, 1959 at Clinton, IN, the son of Preston and Julia Bertolino Pender. He married Susan Milam on Aug. 18, 1979 and she survives. Also surviving is his mother. He was preceded in death by his father; a sister, Debra DiBincenzo and a brother, Michael Pender. He served this nation in the U.S. Army during Desert Storm. Ron graduated from Clinton High School and was an avid hunter with bow and knife. A private family gathering was held at Pearce Funeral Home. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.