Obituary

Ronel “Ron” E. McGee, 88, of Raytown, MO, passed away on May 24, 2021.

Ron was born at home on January 15, 1933 to George and Gladys McGee in Kansas City, MO. After attending Westport High School, he entered the workforce.

Ron landed his first job as a grocer for Milgrim’s, kicking off a multi-decade career with the company.

In 1980, he met  the love of his life, Virginia, and they wed in 1982.  After retiring, Ron and Virginia spent their time traveling, laughing, antiquing, hosting friends and family, vacationing with grandchildren, and just enjoying one another’s company.

Ronel was predeceased by  his parents, son Roger, and brother-in-law William Walker. He is survived by his wife Virginia; sisters Louise Wilder and Judy Mattag; children Ronel Jr. (Vicki), Donald (Cynthia), Wilma (Craig), stepchildren Thomas Wilson (Laura), Robert Wilson (Drusilla), Deborah Wilson; grandchildren Melissa, Cassie, Bryan, Samuel, Kyle, Daniel, Sky, Cari, Kia, and Raoul; nieces Amy, Pamela, Marsha, Sandra, Sheri and Tricia; and 16 great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be noon Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at Lee’s Summit Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to nationalparks.org