Ronnie Dale Dinges, 89 of Willard, passed away Friday, October 23, 2026. He was born on January 3, 1937, to Walter and Wilma (Rosanbalm) Dinges, in Pleasant Hill, Missouri. On November 12, 1990, Ronnie and Jean (Trost) were united in marriage and shared over 35 years together.

Ronnie proudly served four years in the United States Navy aboard the USS Hornet, USS Oriskany, and USS Lexington. Ronnie then worked 35 years at MO AVCRAD as an aircraft technician before retiring. His military friends became like family to him, and he enjoyed spending time with them and going to the American Legion.

He enjoyed western movies, NASCAR, cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs, and spending time on the water fishing. Ronnie will be remembered for his kindness, his friendships, and the time he shared with those he loved.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Wilma Dinges; wife, Shirley Jean Dinges; brother, Jake Dinges and his wife Jeri; step-son, Jerry “Buffalo” Kennedy; and step-grandson, Jason Kennedy.

Ronnie is survived by wife Jean Dinges; daughter, Wanita Graham and husband David; grandson, Ronnie Dale Graham and wife Audrey; siblings, Harold Dinges and wife Peggy, Ruth Ann Stout and husband John; stepchildren, Debra Kennedy, Pamela Swift and husband Mike, Dennis Mayfield; step grandchildren, Chris Swift and wife Aimee, Erin Kennedy, Sara Kennedy, Anna Haddad and husband Tyler; great grandchildren, Rashad, Eliza, Lindie, Jude, Everett, Maren, Hazel; along with other family and friends.

Visitation will be 10:00AM until service time, Friday, October 30, 2026, at Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Ash Grove. Funeral services will begin at 11:00AM, at the funeral home, with burial to follow at Ash Grove Cemetery. After burial, a reception will be held at the Round Barn, 10731 US-160, Walnut Grove, MO 65770.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Team Tripp (checks payable to Cody or Kayla Allhands) and may be left with the funeral home.