“Old-timer” Ron Lee Thixton, age 72, of LaBelle, MO, passed away in Blessing Hospital on May 30, 2025. He was born on April 22, 1953, in Jacksonville, IL, a son of Carl Fredrick and Elizabeth Jane (Davis) Thixton. They preceded him in death.

Ron attended Quincy Junior High School. He then enlisted in the United States Army where he was stationed in Germany.

A majority of Ron’s career was spent traveling the country as a “showman” with Archway Amusements from Imperial, MO. He retired after at least 22 years of bringing joy to thousands of people throughout the years as the ride supervisor. Ron was a member of the “Teletubby Gang” and had a habit of giving everyone a nickname, his own being “Old-timer”. Ron will always be remembered as the designated Mayor of the Runway. He’d often play a trick on the kids, telling them to find the key to the runway, knowing it didn’t actually exist.

In order to relax he enjoyed fishing and boating with longtime friend, Jimmy.

Ron is survived by his previous wife, Robin; Children: Toni Shell (Tony); Michael; Amanda (Curtis); and Amber.
Grandchildren: Sam (Shane); Tess (Jareth); Rocko (Savanah); CJ; and Zach, Xavier and Harmony.
Great-Grandchildren: Harper; Liam and Sawyer.
Siblings: Sharon (Harry); Sandra; Robert (Sherri); and William Jay (Debbie)
Nieces & Nephews: Jazz (Franke); Ashley; Sam and Neil (Sarah)
Great-Nieces & Nephews: Zowie, Zaine; Ayden, Rylee; Kyle, Kylie and Hadley
Show Family: Theresa, Tony, Brenda; Ann; Coach; Mary; Ed; Kenny, Kim; Eric, Tiffany; Bob; Keith; Ali, Alan; Joey; D.L. and Jennifer; Lisa, DJ; Butch; Carla (Jimmy); Nathan; Jordan, Stephan; Jamie; Brandi, Terri, Michael and Casey; Becca, Bryce, and Brooklyn.

In addition to his parents, Ron is preceded in death by a brother, Wesley Thixton, Roberta, Gomer, and Chris.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will take place on July 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Adams County Fairgrounds in Mendon, IL. Memorials can be sent via Cash App to $mandylikes or Paypal to mndlynn87@gmail.com. Arrangements are with the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home.