Ronald H. Setser, 86, of Winter Haven, FL, met his Savior face to face on Sunday, October 24, 2021. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and a respected Pastor.
Ron began his career as a mechanical engineer for Hobart and BF Goodrich companies in Troy OH, until the Lord called him into full time Christian Service. In 1970, Ron accepted the position of music minister at Troy Baptist Temple. In 1973, he became an Associate Pastor at Calvary Chapel Baptist of Minister, OH. Ron continued his ministry as an Associate Pastor at Forest Hills Baptist, Atlanta, GA and West Gate Baptist, Tampa, FL. In 1990, He became the Pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Pinellas Park, FL, concluding his life of ministry as the Pastor of Redemption Baptist Church in Winter Haven, FL. During his years of ministry, Pastor Setser organized one of the nation's largest bus ministries, started an oriental ministry working with immigrants and refugees, directed five church choirs, administrated a Christian School, participated as a Christian College board member, and served as an Encourager and Shepherd to so many.
Pastor Ron Setser is survived by his loving wife, Donna; his sons, Mike, Rick and Jim; his daughters, LaRae and Ronda; his daughters-in-law, Tami and Shawn; 9 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.
A memorial Service will be held Sunday, Oct. 31st, at Redemption Baptist Church, 2576 Rifle Range Rd. in Winter Haven. Service time is 11:00am.
A family service and burial will be held in Kettering, Ohio on November 6, 2021.
"I now see Him of whom I preached. I have finished my course. Romans 10:13" R.H.S.