Ronald J. Kassal, age 79, Air Force Veteran, resident of Elmhurst for over 45 years; former owner of Kassal Lawn Maintenance; beloved husband of Hilda, nee Koch, for over 57 years; loving father of Kurt and Tammy Kassal, Andrea (Dave) Zable and Todd Kassal; proud grandfather of Brian, Cameron, Josh and Shantelle. Visitation held at Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial and Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Humane Society of the United States, 1255 23rd Street, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20037. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com