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He stepped down from his position in December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI\u2019ve always said that Ron was my idol,\u201d McHale said. \u201cHe was a great example of giving back to the community.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Niederhaus was a dedicated member of Dundee Presbyterian Church, serving as a deacon, singing in the choir and mentoring youth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He also was active in the Optimist Club, Tangier Shrine, Rotary Club, Scottish Rite and Abide Network among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cRon was a great friend with a big heart,\u201d said Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, dean and director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute. \u201cHe cared deeply about the population we serve. We will greatly miss his infectious smile and precious advice.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Niederhaus was always quick to step in to volunteer or offer help, McHale said. 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