Ronald Clay Markham

Ronald Clay Markham, age 67, of Ada, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August, 18, 2020, and now is home with his Heavenly Father. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Mary Markham. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 40 years, Nancy; children, Lee Markham, Luke and Bekah Markham, Laura Markham; grandchildren, Jeremy, Jason Lee, Teagan, Jason, Ace, Matthew Ronald,  Rylee and Raylynn; brother, Roger and Karen Markham; sister, Dawn and Joseph Bresson; sister-in-law, Audrey and John Truglio; several nieces and nephews; and his dog, Bailey. Ron was a scientist and engineer for Amway, where he has over 50 product patents. He was a very spiritual man and strong in his faith, he was a devoted Christian, and will be greatly missed. Memorial services will be held 11 am Friday, August 21 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 8436 Kraft SE, Caledonia, with Rev. Ben Weatherston officiating.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 7-8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main St. SE, Caledonia.  Due to gathering restrictions, there will be a limit on the number of people who may enter the building at a time. SERVICE WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED ON THE CHURCH FACEBOOK PAGE. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Hope Worldwide.