Obituary of Ronald John Wildgrube

Ronald John Wildgrube of Elsberry, MO, 78, was born on May 4, 1947 in St. Louis, MO, the son of John and Henrietta J. Doering Wildgrube. He passed away Monday, September 8, 2025 at his home. Ron was a graduate of McCluer High School. He worked as a Machinist for Barry-Wehmiller; and a Corrections officer for the City of Pine Lawn, MO. Ron was a member of Machinist Union District #9 in St. Louis. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, John and Henrietta Wildgrube; and one sister, Norma Jean Asato. Survivors include four daughters: Donna Vogt of Louisville, KY, Christina Dennis of Troy, MO, Barbara “Boo” Wildgrube of Overland, MO, and Lauren Wildgrube of New York; five grandchildren: Alex, Crystal, David, Ashley and Alyssa; and four great-grandchildren: Caden, Aubrie, Gaige and Karson. There are no services scheduled. Memorials may be made to the Charity of the Donor’s Choice in care of Carter-Ricks Funeral Home, 107 South 5th Street; Elsberry, MO 63343.