Ronald Paul Vahle
Ronald Paul Vahle age 74, of LaGrange, MO died on Monday, January 6, 2025, at Blessing Hospital’s emergency room. Ron was born on December 21, 1950, in Quincy, IL a son of Robert J. and Dorothy A. (Kaminsky) Vahle. He married Cheryl A. Crabtree on February 11, 1989, and she survives.
He was a graduate of Christian Brothers High School and immediately following graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Navy.
Ron served for four years aboard the U.S.S. Guadalcanal and was honorably discharged in December of 1975. Ron and his brother Bob Vahle owned Vahle’s Tap and Grill at 7th & Oak. He later went to work at Midwest Pattern for 15 years prior to retiring.
Ron was one of ten children, and his siblings were very important to him throughout his life. He was athletic in his youth, playing Little League baseball, you name it, and he liked to play it. He was a die-hard Yankee baseball and Green Bay Packers football fan. He was a collector of things, including coins, and he always enjoyed a trip to Las Vegas.
In addition to his wife Cheryl, survivors include: a daughter Ronda (James) Rehfeldt of Fowler, IL; a stepdaughter, Betty (Rick) Kemp of Hannibal, MO.
Grandchildren: Jadin Downs and Jaycee Downs of Quincy; Jevin Rehfeldt of Fowler, IL; and David Kemp of Hannibal, MO.
Step-grandchildren, Alden Rehfeldt of Bowling Green, MO and Shaleen Rehfeldt of Fowler, IL. Great Grandchildren including Kiamere Reid Downs, Cohen Sohn and Heavenlee Rehfeldt.
Brothers and sisters, Kathryn Curtis, Kenneth (Debbie) Vahle; Robert (Lola) Vahle; Michael Vahle, Janice Vahle (Bill) Pigg;
Daniel (June) Vahle; Randall Vahle and Martin Vahle. Many brothers and sister-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, Jesse and Betty Crabtree; a stepdaughter, Cheryl Smith; a brother Raymond Vahle, and his canine best friend, his Yorkie, named Smokey.
Private services are planned by the family with Duker & Haugh Funeral Home, Quincy, Illinois Messages may be shared online at www.dukerandhaugh.com
Sorry to hear about Ron passing…..Sending hugs and prayers for the family….
Ronnie was my brother-in-law, and I will miss the good times spent listening to him play the Guitar and sing. Never failed every time I seen him, he would have a new collection of coins or another collectable item.
Rest In Peace Brother.
My Thoughts and Prayers are with the family
Give me a rum an coke are you playing cards or what are we doing i heard alot from you or I will do slots you are better at cards. RIP MY FRIEND hope the gambling is better up there for you then we expected down here. Love ya m
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers
Never a dull or quiet moment with him around. I was a bartender for 30+ years and I came in into contact with as we all called them the Vahle boys often they loved their family number one they love their sports. They love to gamble and they love karaoke they sure were the life of the party and they were always there to back me up if ever I need them. The family rivalry during sporting activities was always something to be said for poor Janice who knows how she survived with all those brothers. Ronnie, I’m sure you’ll be missed. I’m sad that I won’t be able to come say goodbye. I will always have fond memories of you and your family..
my heart is aching for all family and friends.
So sorry to read about this I new him long time when playing pool together he going to be greatly missed around his friends and family good person sending love and prayers and my condolences to his family
Grew up with the Vahle Boys loved them alll….all about family !!!! Bless his soul…Condolences and Prayers. Pete Stapp & Family
Cheryl and family, you have my heartfelt sympathy. Fathers, grandfathers and brothers are so important to their family and he will be very much missed. Remembering the good and fun times will help get you through this sad time in your lives. May you feel the presence of God and His loving arms holding you with love and peace in your hearts. Love and God’s blessings, Rosemary
Mike,
Sorry to hear about your brother, may he rest in peace!
Janet (Johnson) Hunter
One of my favorite of 8 Vahle uncles! You’ll be missed!
Cheryl so truly sorry for your loss. Love and hugs my dear friend.
So very sorry for your loss, Cheryl. My condolences to you and your family.
May he rest in peace!
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