Ralph W. Zurmuehlen, Sr.

Ralph W. Zurmuehlen, Sr. of Saint Charles, Missouri, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018, at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Irma L. Zurmuehlen; beloved son of the late Frank and Eleanor Zurmuehlen; devoted father of Ralph Zurmuehlen, Jr. and Terry Ann (Tim) Czarnecki; cherished grandfather of Todd Czarnecki and Tara (Tim) Mcgrath; treasured great-grandfather of Morgan Czarnecki, Emma Mcgrath, Jackson Mcgrath, Oliver Czarnecki, and Evalynn Czarnecki; uncle, cousin, brother-in-law, and friend to many. Ralph is preceded in death by his brother, Charlie Zurmuehlen.

Ralph devoted time in World War II as a Supply Sergeant in the Army Air Corp. He was a member of the American Legion, O’Fallon #388 and Carpenters Local #1310. Ralph worked for both the Midwest Flooring Company and Missouri Flooring Company for many years. He was a true handyman and there was no job too big. He enjoyed wood working, boating and spending time with his family. He was a passionate father and loving grandfather who loved to joke around with his family. Ralph was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Memorials contributions may be made in Ralph’s honor to the Ronald McDonald House and Wounded Warrior Project.