Ronald Ray Grape, Sr., 67, of St. Edward, died Friday, April 8, 2016 at his residence, as the result of an accident while working on his race car.
He is survived by his wife Lora of St. Edward; three children: Ronald, Jr. (Theresa) Grape of Columbus; Jenny Grape of Columbus; Josh Grape (Paula Egr) of Bellwood; three step-children: Kerri Mowrey of St. Edward; Gary (Carri) Mowrey of Columbus; Nathan (Kandra) Mowrey of St. Edward; 12 grandchildren: Tristan Kunze-Grape of Columbus; Kasten, Kasen, Kysen and Kohlsen Grape of Columbus; Jada Grape and Colten Ray of Bellwood; Keiaira Mowrey of St. Edward; Elizabeth, Sophia and Emily Mowrey of Columbus; Cole and Trevin Mowrey of St. Edward; along with nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents Bud and Marjorie Grape; and two brothers Merle and Cecil Grape.
A memorial service will be Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at10:30 a.m. at the St. Edward Catholic Church with Rev. Brian Ketelsen officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery at St. Edward.
Miller-Levander Funeral Home of St. Edward is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.levanderfuneralhome.com.