Ron Herbel
1938–2000 (age 62)
Baseball pitcher
Biography
Ron Herbel (1938–2000) built his reputation on the pitching mound, spending parts of nine seasons in the major leagues, most notably with the San Francisco Giants. The left-hander was admired for his competitive spirit, steady command and willingness to step into any role the club needed.
After hanging up his cleats, he remained close to the sport and treasured the friendships formed alongside teammates and fans. Ron’s easygoing nature and love of baseball left a lasting impression on the communities that cheered him.