Ronald J. LaFollette, 78, of Columbus, OH, passed away Thursday June 25, 2026 at Embassy of Winchester in Canal Winchester, OH.

He was born July 20, 1947 in Columbus, OH, a son of the late Ira and Dolores M. (Guthrie) LaFollette, II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine (DiFalco) LaFollette.

Surviving are a sister, Sharon Thompson and her wife J.L. Ford of Columbus, OH; and a brother, Ira (Cheri) LaFollette of Newark, OH.

Private burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Steubenville, OH.

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