Ronald Edison “Chef” Wilemon passed in the early morning hours of January 1, 2020 at his home in Arabi, LA at the age of 68. Ron was born in Mobile, AL, on March 20, 1951. He’s a graduate of Vigor High School, continuing his education at the University of Kansas. Ron was married to Regina “Gina” Wilemon for 26 years. An Executive Chef and co-proprietor of Allegro Bistro, he retired in January 2019. Ron and Gina starting a new venture as shop keepers at Old Arabi Marketplace, selling antiques and collectibles to enjoy one of their favorite pastimes. Ron is survived by his wife, Regina; his mother Pauline; brother John; sisters Sharon and Susan; his son Eric (Mia), their children Erica, Christian, Emily and Kayla; his son Ian (Brandy), their children Ethan and Conor; his daughter Jeanette (fiancé Joshua Gauthier); his daughter Kathleen (Christian), their children Hudson and Hillary; and his son Reed (Rachel), and their children Damien, Daniel, and Charlotte. Family and friends are invited to the services on Friday, January 10, 2020, at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home & Gardens. Visitations starting at 11 a.m. Services immediately following at 1 p.m. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.
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