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Ronald C. Gans
Ronald C. Gans, 81, of Bradenton Beach and formerly of Crest Hill, Illinois, died May 25.
He was born May 26, 1943, to the late Helen (Likar) and Albert Gans in Joliet, Illinois.
He was a retired CPA and proprietor of Gans and Associates in Joliet.
He and wife Mary Lou enjoyed an active lifestyle in Bradenton Beach and Mr. Gans was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church in Holmes Beach.
Visitation and a service for Mr. Gans will be in Joliet. Memorials can be made to Tidewell Hospice, 2504 34th Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205. Memorial tributes and condolences can be made online at fredcdames.com.
Mr. Gans is survived by his wife, Mary Lou (Gregorich); children Ronette and husband Sean Piazza and Daniel and wife Denise; grandchildren Jovani, Sebastian, Brody, Simon, Cianna and Sadie; and his pet dog, Teddy.