He was born in Seguin, TX on December 8, 1934, the son of Melvin and Edna (Shriever) Klenke. Ron graduated from Seguin High School (where he was Mr. Seguin!) and attended the University of Texas after serving in the United States Army. He was married to Winona (Boatman) Klenke and settled in Alief working in the insurance industry for Highlands Insurance.
Ron (“Big Daddy”) and Winona raised 3 wonderful children: Phyllis Watkins, Kevin Watkins and Melinda Klenke. After retirement, they settled in Conroe.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents Melvin and Edna, wife Winona, and daughter Phyllis. He is survived by Kevin and Traci Watkins, Melinda and Tom Webb, and many grandchildren: Jennifer Gelsthorpe, Tyler Gelsthorpe, Josh Webb, Matt Webb, Alex Gannon, Garrett Watkins, Grace Watkins, and Jack Watkins.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the MD Anderson Cancer Center.