Ronald “Ronnie” D. Cruse, age 76, of Trenton, IL, formerly of Fairview Heights, IL, born on January 6, 1949, died on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Bria of Belleville, Belleville, IL.

Ronnie had lifelong disabilities after having Polio as a young child, but that didn’t stop him from enjoying life. He loved listening to his music and especially Elvis Presley. He loved spending time with his friends and loved his family very much. Ronnie will be missed .

He is preceded in death by his parents, Jerry and Geneva Cruse; and special friend, Maggie Stanley.

Ronald is survived by his daughter, Belinda (Anthony) Dell; grandson, Joshua L. Baum; 3 great granddaughters, Hayleigh, Peyton and Isabella Baum; and his siblings, Charles Cruse, Carol (Stephen) Riley Jr., Artie (Sandy) Cates, Brenda (Duane) Determan, Bryan (Tina) Cates, Kimberly (Scott) Campbell, Karen (Mike) Blank.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.kasslyfuneral.com.

Per the family wishes, no services will be held at this time.