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Ronald David Bengel, age 67. Died at Frank Tejeda State Veteran Home in Floresville, Texas, on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. Ronald was a resident of San Antonio.

Born October 10, 1946, the son of Raymond Earl Bengel and Anna Riding in Camden, New Jersey and lived in Gloucester, NJ till je joined the United States Air Force on February 24, 1966 serving 26 yearss retiring at Brooks Air Force Base, San Antonio on May 31, 1992 as Chief Master Sergeant. Chief Bengel was Chief of Logistics at the time of retirement. Chief Bengel during his long and distinguished career was awarded the Meritorious Medal with two oak leaf cluster, Air Force Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, Vietnam Service Medal with one silver and one bronze star, Vietnam Gallantry Cross with device and Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medial and various other medals and ribbons. Ron was a lifetime member of VFW Post 837, American Legion, Air Force Sergeant Association, NRA, Armed Forces Top Enlisted Association, Air Force Association, Non-Commission Officers Association and Society of the Strategic Air Command, Fifteenth Air Force Association, Brooks Enlisted Retiree Association and a Charter member of History, Ron was active in pursuing knowledge in military history and science. Survivors include friend and neighbor for 21 years, Leo and Nori Silva. He was preceded in death by his father, mother and aunt and was an only child. Viewing will be held at Heritage Oaks Mortuary 2502 S. WW White Rd, San Antonio, TX on April 04, 2014, Services to follow at 12:30pm. Interment will be at 1:45pm at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are welcomed and should be mailed to VFW Post 837, 4436 Valleyfield Street, San Antonio, TX 78222.