Ralph R. Clevenger Jr.

Ralph R. Clevenger, Jr., 87 of Pleasant Hill, MO (formerly of Raytown) passed away Sunday, Oct.2, 2016 at Foxwood Springs Care Center. Mass of Christian burial 10:30am Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016 at St. Bridget Catholic Church, 2103 Lexington Rd. Pleasant Hill, MO with visitation one hour prior. Burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Ralph was born Jan. 19, 1929 in Liberty, MO to Ralph Sr. & Imo (Peters) Clevenger. He was a graduate of Central High School and went on to attend University of Kansas City. Ralph worked for Black, Sivalls & Bryson, Interstate Financial and retired from Yellow Freight System. He was an adult leader in Boy Scout Troop #75 of Raytown, a member of the Knights of Columbus at St. Bridget’s, a past member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and a current member of St. Bridget’s. Ralph loved to talk to friends and family; he also enjoyed reading and taking trips to the Lake of the Ozarks. His proudest accomplishment was graduating his five children from college.

Ralph is preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Peggy Palmer. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Mary Ann of the home; his children, Gary Clevenger (Meg Lovejoy), Susan Clevenger (Russell King), Diane Watkins (Clark), Nancy MacDonald (Larry) and son-in-law, Chuck Palmer (Pauley); grandchildren, Dillon, Bridget & Collin MacDonald, Sarah & Katie Clevenger, Ryan, Evan & Robin King, Eric Palmer, Hayley Wright (Tyler), Tess Hart & Chase Watkins (Cappie) and two great grandchildren, Carrington & Maks Wright.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to St. Bridget Catholic Church. Online condolences to www.mcgilleysheil.com. Arr: McGilley & Sheil Chapel, 11924 E. 47th St., KCMO 64133, 816-353-6555.