Ronald C. Whalen, age 91 of Chippewa Lake, MI formerly of Wyoming and Grand Rapids, MI, was called home by his Lord and Savior December 3, 2022 after a lengthy struggle with Parkinsons. He was born in Grand Rapids, on April 9, 1931, the son of the late Maxwell and Lucille (Slenker) Whalen. Ronald was also preceded in death by a brother Richard, sister Lois Rottschafer, and a son-in-law Mark Ferner. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Arlene (Pranger) Whalen; four daughters, Carol (Greg) Popma, Linda Ferner, Susan (Ellery) Gill, and Lori (Craig) Myers; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; sister, Neola Dykstra; and many nieces and nephews. Ronald had a long career as a truck driver, which he loved and enjoyed doing. It was his love of driving that led to many summer family excursions and road trips through all the many back roads of Michigan. Following his retirement, Ronald and Arlene spent their winters in Florida. He appreciated his time of life living on the lake. Ronald was an avid fisherman; he looked forward to fishing year-round with family and friends. Funeral services will take place 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Chippewa Lake Community Church, 10490 Lake Street, Chippewa Lake, MI 49320, with Pastor Roger Bennett officiating. The family will greet friends from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. prior to the funeral at the Church on Thursday. Ronald will be laid to rest at Chippewa Lake Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Ronalds name to Chippewa Lake Community Church Building Fund. Arrangements and care entrusted to Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or leave a condolence for the family at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Funeral Service Thursday, December 8, 2022 1:00 PM Chippewa Lake Community Church 10490 Lake Street Chippewa Lake,MI 49320 Visitation Thursday, December 8, 2022 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Chippewa Lake Community Church 10490 Lake Street Chippewa Lake,MI 49320