Rev. Ronald C. Lindahl

Rev. Ronald C. (Ron) Lindahl, 72, of Williams St., Bradford, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, March 9, 2019, surrounded by his loving family, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born September 2, 1946 in Bradford, he was a son of the late Carl H. and Betty L. (Bruner) Lindahl.

He enlisted in the United States Navy in November of 1965. He served aboard the USS Ranger Air Craft Carrier. He was honorably discharged in March of 1970.

On March 5, 1966, at the Rew United Methodist Church, he married Marjorie E. (Delaney) Lindahl who survives. 

He was a 1964 graduate of Bradford High School, and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh @ Bradford, with honors and received a degree in Human Relations. He received his Masters in Divinity from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. He was ordained as an Elder in the United Methodist Church. 

Ron was employed at Dresser Maunfacturing for 19 years. In 1985 he entered the ministry, and served in the Gifford, Rew, Greene Hills, Elizabeth, Mt. Zion in DuBois United Methodist Churches. He retired in 2013.

He was a member of Bradford Area High School Rifle Club, the McKean County Rifle Club, and the NRA. He loved hunting, sport shooting, camping, woodworking, his greatest joy came from spending time with his family especially his grandkids.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Rev. Marjorie Lindahl of 53 years, is one daughter, Leslie (Tim) McMeans, of Pittsburgh, one son, Rev. Craig (Cyndy) Lindahl, of Templeton, one brother, Kevin (Molly) Lindahl, of Bradford, four grandchildren, Madison, Johnathan, Emma, and James, one sister-in-law Linda (the late Jerry) Delaney, of Bradford, and one nephew, Robert Delaney.

Friends will be received on Wednesday March 13, 2019, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, and again Thursday, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, at which time funeral services will be held with Rev. Jay Tennies, Pastor, and Rev. Tom Carr, Pastor of Reynoldsville United Methodist Church, and Rev. Craig Lindahl, Pastor of Templeton United Methodist Charge, co-officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorials contributions if desired, may be made to the Hill Memorial United Methodist Church 44 Kennedy Street Bradford, PA 16701, or the McKean County Rifle Club, % Tery Drummond 10 Drummond Hollow Lane, Bradford PA 16701.

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

To the Lindahl family, Lifting all in prayer with much love & respect
— Marie

Cindy and Family, thoughts and prayers going out to you in this time of loss, not only from myself, but from the Otto-Eldred community. We can all take solace in knowing where he is at. Boyd
— Boyd Fitzsimmons

Dear Marge & Family...love and prayers during this sad time. But what a blessing Ron has been, and what a witness as a pastor ! May God’s peace surround & uphold you all!
— Lota Jones

My deepest condolences. Ron was a good man and a good pastor. He is rejoicing with our Lord. My prayers for the family
— Linda Tracy

Well done Ron, rest in the arms of Jesus, praying for Marge and your family.
— Rev. Charles Fowler

Mark, Leslie, Tim and Craig: so sorry for your loss. Remember he is up there dancing with the lords arms wrapped around him. We need to rejoice in his glory and know he is better then we are. God bless and prayers for you in this loss of a great man. Miss and Love you all
— Connie Bailey

Marj, and all. We are so sorry Ron has passed. We are full of joy he''s with the Lord! You and Ron have been yerrry patient with me over the years! I''ve always looked up to you two. Ron served God, grew a great family, was a good shot, a better friend and told a great sea story!
— Jim & Nancy Walters

Pastor Craig & Family- We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. May you find comfort in your loved ones and the memories made with your dad. We are praying for peace in your moments of sorrow, and we want to remind you that one day you will be reunited. God has gained a new angel in His Kingdom.
— The RJ Troup Family

Marge,Craig,and Family Please know you are all in my prayers. You Marge and Craig have always been wonderful Pastors, and fellow workers for the Kingdom of God! Ron walked the walk and is now at perfect Rest ! PRAYERS!
— Craig Peterson

Prayers and condolences to the entire Lindahl family. I''ve known them most of my life and have many cherished memories. Leslie will be a friend for life, and my heart breaks for those affected by Ron''s passing. Our loss is Heaven''s gain. Rest in Peace.
— Thomas M. Lewis

Pastor Marge and family I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Ron. He was always very kind and loving to those of us at Wright’s when he came down there. He will be missed. Prayers for you and your family!
— Robyn Trost

Sorry to hear of Ron''s passing....he was a classmate and friend of mine in the years that he lived in Coudersport
— Ed Darrin

Tim I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father-in-law. Heaven has gained a soldier. You and your family are in my prayers.
— Anita Hough

Marj, My deepest regrets at the death of Brother Ron. He will be missed, but can''t you hear the angel choir celebrating his home going. My prayers are with you and the family. Ella and I send our love.
— Bill Heaton

We are o sorry for your Loss, Ron was a wonderful man that truly loved Jesus. He showed it in his walk and life. May God give you all peace and comfort knowing that he is now with our Lord
— Leposa Family

We are so sad to hear of the death of Ron. Our sympathy to Marge and the Lindahl family and friends plus the many lives he touched. Well done good and faithful servant...well done indeed! Our Love and Prayers, Andy and Lois Swestyn
— Rev. Lois Swestyn

So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. He was a wonderful fellow and a caring, loving pastor. We were in licensing school together a “few” years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family. Go with God, Ron.
— Jeffrey Sterling

I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your husband and father! His ministry and witness were uplifting to all of us whose lives he touched. God will hold you in God’s ever loving arms as you learn to live with this hole in your lives! Lovingly!
— Penny Lyon

Kevin,I am sorry about your brother.
— Ceil and Nick Magoon

Ron you were a good neighbor for years. I''ll miss those suspenders!
— Gary Britton

Condolences

  • To the Lindahl family, Lifting all in prayer with much love & respect

    — Marie
  • Cindy and Family, thoughts and prayers going out to you in this time of loss, not only from myself, but from the Otto-Eldred community. We can all take solace in knowing where he is at. Boyd

    — Boyd Fitzsimmons
  • Dear Marge & Family...love and prayers during this sad time. But what a blessing Ron has been, and what a witness as a pastor ! May God’s peace surround & uphold you all!

    — Lota Jones
  • My deepest condolences. Ron was a good man and a good pastor. He is rejoicing with our Lord. My prayers for the family

    — Linda Tracy
  • Well done Ron, rest in the arms of Jesus, praying for Marge and your family.

    — Rev. Charles Fowler