Ronald Oscar Ryberg
May 24, 1935 – January 2, 2026

Ronald Oscar Ryberg, age 90, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Friday, January 2, 2026.  Ron was the beloved son of the late Oscar and Violet Ryberg, cherished brother of Kirsten (the late Russell) Bruno, Carol (George) Leonard and Dori (Fred) Djerf.

Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. Ryberg, loving father of Robert (Jane) Ryberg, Catherine (Michael) McIntyre, Richard Ryberg, Steven (Beth) Ryberg and Julie (Kermit) Ashley.  Grandpa & Boom to Kristen (Alex), Bryan (Kelsey), Sarah, the late Nicholas, Brittany (Curtis), Courtney (Dustin), Anna (Ross), Allison (Brad), Catherine (Boon), Alexa (Andy), Nicole (Jake).  Great-grandfather to 13 with 3 pending!

Ron was born and raised in Chicago and moved his family to St. Louis in 1964.  He worked in sales management most of his career, enjoying many years at Bill Thomas Camper Sales and retired in 1997.

We, your children, and all your descendants, would like to thank you for being the figurehead in our lives. From the very beginning, we witnessed the love and respect you showed for your parents, the love and respect you showed for your siblings and their families.  It was no surprise that this same affection was passed down to your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, creating a lasting legacy of care and connection.  In addition, "tradition", the importance of "family" and "heritage" was driven and respected by all of us.  We are confident you know that we will carry on what you've instilled in us as far as staying together and always knowing that no matter how much adversity arises, family will be there.  And along with those values, you gave us the freedom and leniency to pursue our own paths, to let us make our own decisions, but all the while knowing our parents were standing behind us with love and encouragement and maybe an occasional opinion or two! Our parents' home was always a gathering place for family and friends, filled with laughter, some biting sarcasm, cherished memories and many a feline companion!  Our father was a passionate man, full of determination for Sunday dinners, gardening, history, pinochle and a good argument. In addition, he possessed just a touch of feistiness, ensuring that we were always kept on our toes.

Dad, we will always remember the model you have set for us, we will stand tall, try not to fall, and be kind to all.  We will miss you greatly!

Visitation at the Ortmann Stipanovich Funeral Home, 12444 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 from 1-4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Humane Society of Missouri.

Ortmann Stipanovich Funeral Home
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