Ronald E. Hoefling 86, of St Joseph, passed away Saturday, November 26, 2022 at a local health care facility. He was born February 5, 1936 in St. Joseph, son of Mabel and Jacob Hoefling.
He was a graduate of Central High School and Missouri Western State College. Ron married Reta Sherard on July 14, 1956.
Ron worked at Quaker Oats, Pearl Brewing, and Friskies, retiring in 2000. He played high school and college football, was an avid Triumph Motorcycle enthusiast, and was a member of the local Triumph Motorcycle Club. He enjoyed hill climbing, rocket running, and hunting. Ron formerly co-owned with his wife Reta, G&R Auto and Sales.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include, wife of 66 years, Reta Hoefling, sons, Gary Hoefling, Richard Hoefling, and Edward (Leasa) Hoefling, all of St. Joseph, 3 girls who were raised in his home, Connie (Chris) Cox, Ruth (Anthony) Calderon, and Gayla Sherard, his grandchildren, Ryan, Tara, Jordan, Alex, and Hannah, and 10 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Hoefling has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home.
