AN AMERICAN Pickers star has died at age 72 with his family and fans remembering him fondly.
Ronald “Moleman” Heist appeared on an episode of the History Channel Show roughly eight years ago, while Frank Fritz was still starring.
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The Pennsylvania native died on March 7, according to an obituary.
He passed “unexpectedly but peacefully in his sleep.”
Ronald, known to fans and those close to him as Moleman, was born on May 7, 1950, in Butler, Pennsylvania.
He is said to have lived “a very colorful and interesting life.”
The notable TV star was known to love “his oldies music,” and have “a unique personality.”
Ronald was remembered as “a genius in his own way” and “a child at heart.”
The obituary boasts about his “great sense of humor,” which fans saw a glimpse of on American Pickers.
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During the episode he appeared on, Mike Wolfe and now fired star Frank traveled to Pennsylvania to see his treasures.
They arrived at his home, trudging through things piled all the way to the ceiling and crossing over a one-by-two board to get to his front door.
Ronald revealed to them his vast collection, which spanned many square feet and boasted a moat and a spring.
Mike and Frank were shocked to learn that the Moleman had brought everything on the property there on his motorcycle with intention.
The show’s longtime host Mike said during the episode: “He’s a really cool dude.”
FANS REACT
Ronald’s obituary was flooded with kind words from fans.
One wrote: “My husband and I went on a tour through your building of fantasy. We had so much fun and we´re very nice and a great showman. Bless you and everyone loved you.”
Another commented: “My condolences to his family. I didn’t know him other than seeing him on American Pickers. He must have been a real card to be around. I’m sure he will be missed. Rest in peace, Mr. Heist.”
“Every time I drove by his place on Route 422 I smiled and fondly remembered the boat trips down the creek way back in the late 1970s…” another said.
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A family member chimed in with: “I will miss your monthly hour or longer chats ! You always updated on the Butler area ETC . Enjoyed hearing your adventures and while I was able join you on a couple! Rest in Peace and please don’t try and rebuild Heaven.”
ANOTHER LOSS
This isn’t the first American Pickers guest star that’s passed.
Back in 2022, Mike shared a heart-wrenching post about the death of a friend who appeared on the show.
The reality star took to his Instagram page to share some kind words about a man named Bob Peterson.
Alongside a clip from Bob’s appearance on the show, which some fans will remember, Mike wrote: “A few days ago we lost a man that we looked to as a mentor. Not just with mechanical things but in how we should live our lives.
“Bob was an example to us as someone that loved life and seized each day with so much passion. Always there to help with such conviction and of course humor. He was from an era that we can only romanticize about now.”
He concluded: “My life and so many others lives were better with him in it… He will be greatly missed. I love you my friend.”
Fans offered up kind words in response as one wrote: “So sorry for your loss. Loved when he was on the show.”
Bob’s passing came just months after Frank found himself in the hospital dealing with serious medical issues of his own following a stroke.
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