Ronald Drago

Ronald Drago 84, of Somonauk, IL died Friday, October 23, 2015 at Kishwaukee Hospital. He was born June 10, 1931 in DeKalb and was the son of Romolo and Alice (Halverson) Drago.

Ronald grew up in Cortland, IL attended Cortland Schools before moving to DeKalb and graduating from DeKalb High School. He served in the United States Air Force stationed in Texas. After the service, he became a heavy equipment operator working all over North East Illinois. He also worked for Hiatt Bros. in DeKalb as a crane operator. Finally, he bought a crane and went into business for himself before retiring. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150.

Ronald lived in the country on a farm and loved animals. He had lots of cats and dogs that he would save after being abandoned on his property. He was very proud of his first job on a duck farm in Cortland and loved to tell stories about it.

Survivors include several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his lifelong companion Norma Walt.

Cremation will take place at Finch Crematory and at Ronald's request no services are planned. To send an online condolence please visit: www.ronanmoorefinch.com . Arrangements were entrusted to Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-3841.