Ronald "Ron" Jancso

NASHVILLE – Ronald “Ron” Jancso, age 80, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Born in Cuyahoga County, OH on November 10, 1943, he was the son of the late Stephen Arpod Jancso and Valeria Deak Jancso. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Jancso; his sister, Valeria Jancso Ballard; and his son-in-law, Bobby Mann. Ron proudly served his country as a member of the esteemed United States Air Force. He also found solace and purpose within the walls of St. Andrews Episcopal Church, where he selflessly served in various roles, including Junior Warden and a cherished member of the Choir Boys. Beyond his commitments, Ron found joy in the simple pleasures of life, such as fishing, woodworking, engaging in “friendly” card games, and immersing himself in board games. However, his greatest source of happiness was undeniably the precious moments he spent with his beloved grandchildren and family, whom he cherished with all his heart. Ron is survived by his wife of 35 years, Catherine V. Jancso; his sons, Retired Command Master Chief Stephen Jancso (Diane) of Clayton and John David Chapman (Christina) of Fredericksburg, VA; his daughters, Kathy Jancso Mann of Clayton and Christine Jancso (Bryant Wren) of High Point; his grandchildren, Jaycob Mann (Alanna), Michael Jancso (Aly), Brandon Mann (Nina), Kayla Fox (Ashton), Dylan Jancso, Stevie Jancso, Noah Chapman, Cayden Lynch, Layla Wren, Hunter, Sophia, Giovanni, and Noah; his great-grandchildren, Adeline Eden Mann and Jude Mann; and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM prior to the service in the Commons Area of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. A Reception will follow the service in the Commons Area. A Funeral Service to celebrate Ron’s Life will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 12:00 PM at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with the Rev. Adele Hatfield officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Ron’s memory to the Food Pantry or Backpack Buddies, c/o St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.