Ronnie Ray McFate

October 20, 1942 - October 14, 2024 (81 years old)

Eldridge, Iowa

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Ronnie Ray McFate

October 20, 1942 - October 14, 2024 (81 years old)

Eldridge, Iowa

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Start: 2024-10-19T14:30:00
End: 2024-10-19T16:00:00
Location: Chapman Funeral Home

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ronnie Ray McFate of Eldridge, Iowa, born in Davenport, Iowa, who passed away on October 14, 2024 at the age of 81. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ronnie Ray leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Louise McFate and Raymond Spear McFate; and also Louise Wigger McFate. He is survived by: his former wife Karyl McFate of Eldridge, IA; his children, Rodney of Oxford Junction, IA, Kelleen and Kerry (Jen Watson) of Queens, NY; his grandson Payton (Alyssa Davis) of LeClaire, IA; and his sister Judy Peterson of Marion, IA. He is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ronnie's memory can be made to the Donahue Fire Department or Veterans of Quad City, honoring his lifelong commitment to community service and support for fellow veterans.

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October 16, 2024

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“It seems that this world is short on "fun characters" and we are now less a special one. Ron will be missed. Wes and Sandy Moeller”

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