Ronald Lee Selby

SELBY, Ronald, age 81 of West Alexandria, OH. died suddenly Sat. Nov. 5, 2011 at his residence.  He was born in Middletown on Feb. 16, 1930 to Karl and Clara (Babbington) Selby.  He was a graduate of Middletown High School.  He was a United States Air Force veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.  He was an avid pilot, with over 60 years flight experience and was a flight instructor, and was the former president of Middletown Aviation Club.  He had loved golf and bowling and was also a master builder and he was a ham radio operator for his whole adult life.  He was a member of Middletown American Legion. He had retired from Armco Steel in 1992 after 44 years.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sondra Selby, West Alexandria, OH., 3 children, Denise Younce, Clermont, FL., Michael (Jennifer) Selby, Eaton, OH., Susan Selby, Dayton, OH., His pride and joy was his 3 grandchildren, Kristen Elliott, N.C., Heather Selby and Aaron Selby, both of Eaton., 1 great granddaughter, Ava Elliott, N.C.  Also survived by a sister, Delores Baker, FL. brother-in-law, David Meyer, West Alexandria, OH., numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Thomas Selby.   Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Lindloff-Zimmerman Funeral Home, West Alexandria is in charge of arrangements.  For condolences: lindloffzimmerman.com  Donations may be made to First Brethren Church, Gratis, OH. or West Alexandria Emergency Squad