Born August 25, 1953 in Robinson to Willie F. and Zola (Jones) Ragon, he married Debra Liesse in 1986 in Lafayette, Indiana. She survives.
Also surviving are three children, Lane Ragon of Washington, Jace (Brittney Gutherie) Ragon of O’Fallon and Kaylee Ragon of Pekin; four grandchildren, Addison Ragon, Maci Ragon, Benjamin Ragon and Miles Renn; three brothers, Willie L. Ragon of Perry, Missouri, Matthew (Monica) Ragon of Creve Coeur and Zane (Valerie) Ragon of Creve Coeur; one sister, Sherry (Allen) Schonert of Creve Coeur and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Gail Ragon.
Brad worked as a carpenter for over 40 years. He also enjoyed woodworking in his free-time. He was an avid pool player. He loved watching movies, camping trips and traveling with his family. He also enjoyed history and spent time studying world events and would watch the news to keep up with current events.
A gathering celebrating Brad’s life will be held at a later date. There will be no services at this time. Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Creve Coeur.
Memorial Contributions may be given to Illinois CancerCare Foundation, 8940 Wood Sage Rd, Peoria, Illinois 61615 or Gift of Hope Community Foundation, 425 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, Illinois 60143.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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