Ralph M. Wagner
October 31, 1933 ~ May 13, 2013
Ralph "Muggsy" Wagner, 79, formerly of Weirton, passed away peacefully at his home on May 13, 2013. Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at McLaren's Chapel in West Des Moines with burial at Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Ralph was born October 31, 1933 in Weirton, West Virginia and graduated from Weir High School in Weirton in 1951. He then served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956. Ralph was employed at National Steel from 1951 to 1987 and HUD from 1988 to 2008. He was a member of Hyperion Field Club for many years. Ralph enjoyed golfing, bowling, and cooking. Many family and friends considered him to be a gourmet cook.
Ralph is survived by his wife, Patty Rees Wagner; granddaughter, Stephanie Vance; sisters, Joyce D'agostino and Pearl Rossy; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Melanie Vance; parents, Clark and Sylvia Mae Wagner; brothers, Rosemon, Allie and Edgar Wagner; and sister, Leona Kelly.
The family would like to thank the staff of UnityPoint for all the care given to Ralph and his family.
Memorial contributions may be directed to UnityPoint at Home Hospice, 11333 Aurora Ave. Urbandale, IA 50322.
Dear Iris,Peg, and Family, Just wanted to express my sincere condolences to your family at the passing of your loved one. I know how much Patti and her Dear husband meant to you. I am sure the wonderful memories you all made thru the years will comfort you as you travel the grief path of missing him. May God Bless you all at this most difficult time. Thinking Love, Darlene
To the Wagner and Reese families: We have been out of touch for many years but fond memories remain. I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you all. I will remember you all in prayer especially during this difficult time. John Echelle
May your memories be of comfort to you at this time. Know that you both will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hattie
May the love of family and friends comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead. My heart and prayers are with you and your family.
To Ralph’s Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. As the days and weeks pass, and you return to life’s routine, may you be comforted by our …God and Father of our Lord… the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those in any sort of tribulation through the comfort with which we ourselves are being comforted by God”. (2 Cor. 1: 3, 4). Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Please also find comfort in the following: John 11:11 where Jesus said, “…Lazarus our friend has gone to rest, but I am journeying there to awaken him from the sleep.” Our Heavenly Father holds out the hope of the resurrection and the ability to see our loved ones again.