Ramon Loyal Stuckrath

April 22, 1934 — Jan. 14, 2017

Ramon Stuckrath passed away on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017 surrounded by his wife and four daughters.  He was born in Eugene to Loyal and Meredyth Stuckrath.

Ramon grew up in Junction City where he met, and later married, his high school sweetheart Virginia Sells, who preceded him in death on Aug. 8, 1997.  They lived in Corvallis raising four daughters until moving to the Oregon coast in 1972.

Ramon spent most of his working years in the grocery business.  He owned and managed grocery stores while taking special pride in showcasing produce departments.

Ramon later married M. Geneva Olsen, spending his later years in their home in Waldport.  He and his wife enjoyed dining in many local restaurants while on frequent short outings.

Ramon was a member of the Waldport Moose and a well-known member of the Waldport community.

He is survived by his wife Geneva; daughters Brenda Wampler (Bradley) of Albany, Leanne Lange (Kenneth) of Salem, Patricia Atkinson (Richard) of Waldport, and Pamela Dahl of Yachats; brother William Stuckrath and sister Mary Butterfield, both of Junction City.  Ramon leaves behind nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.  His stepson Ty Olsen and many step-grandchildren also grieve his loss.

Donations in behalf of Ramon can be made to the Waldport Moose or to Waldport Fire and Ambulance.

A celebration of life service will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, at the Waldport Moose Lodge.

AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. (aasum-dufour.com).