Summary
Ronald (Ron) Lew Jinks Jr., 68, was born on October 28th, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Ronald Lew Jinks Sr. and Cecilia Ann (Avetta) Jinks. He passed away in Indianapolis, on February 28th, 2025.
After graduating from Cathedral High School, he served in the United States Air Force, in New Mexico. Ron completed one enlistment in the United States Air Force as a Fire Protection Specialist. After his enlistment, he served as a firefighter, in New Mexico, combating wildfires throughout the Rocky Mountains. Ron remained in New Mexico until he returned to Indianapolis, in the early 2000s. Throughout his life, he worked as both a carpenter and a glazier.
He enjoyed gardening, watching the Colts, and collecting coins; however, most of all, he cherished spending time with family and friends. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic and his compassionate heart.
Ron is survived by his son, Chauncey (Megan) Jinks, as well as his brother, Robert, and his sisters, Emmy, Cathy, Nancy, Mary, and Tina. He was predeceased by both of his parents, Ronald and Cecilia.
A Celebration of Life, for Ron, will be held in Indianapolis, at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simple Cremation Indianapolis. Condolences can be left on our site.
8 Replies to “Ronald (Ron) Lew Jinks Jr.”
MY HEART IS WITH ALL OF YOU WHO KNEW AND LOVED RON,HE WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PLACE IN MY HEART. PEACE BE WITH ALL OF YOU.
Mary, Nancy and family – I’m so sorry for your loss. I have great memories from our trip to New Mexico to see Ronnie and his friends when we were in high school. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort in your family and your faith. Hugs and much love, Rena
Ronnie was a good guy who took care of the O’Hara boys. Whether it was delivering papers very early Sunday morning . Or me running to get him lemons.
I loved Ronnie Jinks, he was like family to me, I’m sad to hear of his passing.
Thanks Ronnie you were a bad ass.
Chuckie O’
Remember Ron well. Tremendous teammate on the football field, a menace to any defensive linebacker trying to get to his halfback.
My deepest condolences to Ron’s family and friends. I was blessed to share our Cathedral High School years with him. Ron was a good soul, always kind and caring. Rest in eternal peace.
Sorry to lose a Cathedral brother. May your faith bring you comfort and may he enjoy eternal life with God.
I’m very grateful to have know Ron as a close friend during our high school days. May the Good Shepherd comfort family and friends
As former SPN 1971 graduates, both Keith and I (Vicki Cronnon Koers) were classmates and friends with Ron. Praying for your family to find comfort in the promise of God to see our loved ones again for eternity 🙏 ❤️