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Ronald Gene Clark, affectionately known as Ronnie, born on August 23, 1959, in McKinney, Texas, passed away on November 17, 2025, in Independence, Missouri. He was 66 years old.

Ronald’s life was enriched by his deep love for family, his pets and the outdoors.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Cheryl Clark; his daughter, Heather Clark; and his grandsons, Cuinn Alvarez and Trenton Rogers. His brothers Gary Clark and Chester Clark survive him as well. He will also be fondly remembered by his mother-in-law, Alice Jacobs; brother-in-law, Jeff Jacobs; sister-in-law, Wendy Mackay; and niece, Samantha Mackay. Ronald also held a special place in the lives of Collin Rogers and children Beau and Everleigh.

Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Chelsey and Dorothy Clark; his brother Glen Clark; his father-in-law, Leonard Lee Jacobs Jr; and his brother-in-law, Shane Mackay.

May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him and continue to inspire love for his family.

Obituary submitted by the family.

Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home ~ Independence, MO (816) 796-8600