Ralph Lewis Ireland

Ralph L Ireland, 97, of Raytown, MO, passed away January 28, 2022 at Cedarhurst Senior Living of Blue Springs. Ralph was born September 30, 1924 at home in Claycomo, MO to Victor and Minnie Ireland and was a lifelong Kansas City area resident. Immediately after graduation from East High School, Ralph joined the Army Air Corp (name changed to Air Force in 1947). After his service in WWII, he remained in the Air Force Reserves until his retirement in 1984. In 1987, he retired with 40 years service as a Pressman for the Nazarene Publishing House. Ralph and his wife, Mary, were charter members of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Independence, MO.

Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, of 67 years; a son, Steve Ireland, and a daughter, Julie McCann. Survivors include a son, Mathew Ireland (Judy) of Raytown, MO and daughter, Diane Colina of Blue Springs, MO; 13 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren.

Visitation will begin at noon, Monday, February 7, 2022 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd, Kansas City, MO, followed by services at 1 p.m. Interment in Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Grace United Methodist Church - Independence Campus Memorial Fund. To leave an expression of sympathy or sign the online guest book, visit parklawnfunerals.com - Arr. Park Lawn Funeral Home 816-523-1234

Visitation will begin at noon, Monday, February 7, 2022 at Park Lawn Funeral Home, 8251 Hillcrest Rd, Kansas City, MO, followed by services at 1 p.m. Interment in Memorial Park Cemetery.