Ronald L. Knarr, 94 of Danville, passed away on November 02, 2026. He was born on March 12, 1932, in Indianapolis to the late Geraldine (Phillips) and Herman Knarr. Ron married Norma Jean Jarboe on June 11, 1955, in Indianapolis and Jean preceded him in death on September 14, 2024, after 69 years of marriage. Ron is an U. S. Marine Corp veteran. He worked as a tool and die maker for Western Electric/AT&T for over 30 years retiring in 1994. He was a loving, hardworking, faith-filled father who provided well for his family; a convert to the Catholic faith; pro-life advocate; lifelong learner; and nature lover. He earned his pilot license after retirement.

 Survivors include his children: Sister M. Christa Knarr of M.C. of Charlotte, NC; Barbara Lanari (Steve) of McKinney, TX; Katrina Knarr of Danville; Felice Bullard (Tim) of Culver City, CA; Dorian Knarr (Meg) of Parkton, MD; Nelleke Knarr of Grand Rapids, MI; brother, Vinton Knarr (Carol); 10 grandchildren: Paul Lanari (Mary), Alex Lanari (Courtney), Dominic Lanari (Apoorva), Maria Valiska (Derek); Ethan Knarr, Caroline Johnson (Caleb), Benjamin, Thomas Knarr; Emily, Anne Teall; and 7 great grandchildren: Agnes, Vincent, Anthony Lanari; Michael, Louise Lanari; Lily Lanari; Eleanor Johnson. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers James, Gerald Knarr; and sister, Marilyn Green.

Recitation of the Rosary will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Baker Funeral Home, Danville, with one hour of visitation to follow. A memorial service will begin at 3:30 pm at the funeral home. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Missionaries of Charity, Indianapolis: 2424 East 10th St., Indianapolis, IN 46201, 317-916-6753, or St. Labre Indian School, www.stlabre.org