Ronald Anton Ricklefs passed away at home on February 21, 2024. He was born May 21, 1941, to Anton and Anna Ricklefs. He married Margaret Schoon in Pocahontas, Iowa and they were blessed with two children, Randy and Diane.
Ron enjoyed target shooting and was a member of a shooting team which he continued to talk about until hi passing. He also served as a board member for their church, two Bible camps, and Cursillo of Iowa, a Christian retreat aimed at renewal and commitment to God.
Ron & Margaret owned and operated Ricklefs Draperies in Pocahontas, Iowa for 20 years. In 1989, they moved to Monett, MO, to be closer to their kids and grandkids. Ron enjoyed cheering loudly at all of the grandkids’ activities.
While in Monett, Ron made furniture for craft malls in KC and St. Louis areas. He was also a bee keeper. In 2022, Ron & Margaret moved to Oak Grove.
Surviving are his wife Margaret; daughter Diane (Roger) Fletchall of Oak Grove; five grandchildren: Justin Ricklefs, Mandy (Eric) Ackerman, Cody Ricklefs, Austin (Shelby) Fletchall, and Collin (Bailey) Fletchall; seven great-grandchildren; and a brother, Eugene Koenig. He was preceded in death by son, Randy; three sisters, one of which was his twin; and two brothers.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441