Ronald "Ron"

Moon

Ronald “Ron” Dale Moon, 82, of Ankeny, Iowa died on Monday morning, November 9th, 2026 in the comfort of his home after a 15-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 28, at 10:30 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Indianola, Iowa. Visitation will take place from 9:00–10:30 a.m. A luncheon will be served following the service.

Ron was born on October 21, 1944 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota to Kenneth Dale and Marie Cornelius (Dye) Moon. He grew up alongside his brother Kenneth and Sister Gwen (Noonan). After graduating from Washington High School in Sioux Falls, he proudly served in the Air Force Reserve for 6 years. Later he moved to Iowa to continue his career as a Pressman at The Des Moines Register.

In 1967, Ron married his wife, Donna (Trapp), and made Indianola, IA their home for 50 years. They had two children Nicole and Darren. He later became known as “Grandpa” to four grandchildren. Whether tending his flourishing garden, connecting with fellow tennis players, throwing horseshoes, or collecting unique treasures, from wheat pennies to Matchbox cars, Ron taught his family how to enjoy life’s simple pleasures.

Ron is survived by his wife, Donna Moon of Ankeny, IA, daughter, Nicole (George) Pokonosky of Tampa, FL, son, Darren (Dory) Moon of Ames, IA, four grandchildren, Lauren (Will) and Joe Pokonosky, Cameron and Evan Moon. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, sister, and brother.

Memorial contributions in memory of Ron may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church in Indianola, Iowa, or in support of The Parkinson's Foundation.