Ronald Lewis Mehlhoff, age 74, passed away on October 22, 2026, in Marshall, Texas. He was born on March 3, 2026, in Butte, Montana, to Earlando Lyle Mehlhoff and Ethel Dixon. Ronald was raised in McAlester, Oklahoma, and attended McAlester High School, graduating in 1968.
He married Hilda Castillo in 1971, and the couple had three children. He was a forklift operator and wastewater specialist at Ocean Spray in Sulphur Springs, Texas, where he worked for more than 29 years.
In Ronald's spare time, he enjoyed going to the lake, camping, and spending time with his family. His family and friends will always remember him as a very generous man, not only with his money but also with his time, spending much of his life helping to raise four of his brother's children.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Hilda Mehlhoff, and his son, Martin Mehlhoff.
He is survived by his daughter, Maria, and her husband, Robert Parker; their daughters, Laura and Amber; and their son, Steven. He is also survived by his son, Marcos Mehlhoff.
