Ralph Paul Lane, 84, of Reeds Spring, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025. Born on January 9, 1941, in Dolph, Arkansas, Ralph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose generous heart left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

Ralph spent much of his life working with his hands—whether as a union millwright or carpenter traveling the country working at large power plants, or at his home workshop. He was a proud veteran, having served in the United States Air Force. Ralph enjoyed country music, old westerns, and cheering on the Chiefs every season. He was happiest when surrounded by loved ones.

Ralph is survived by his daughter Barbara Wolven, and husband Keith; son in laws John DeWitt and Jimmy DeAtley; his sister Geri Henning; brother Doyle Lane and wife Brenda; grandchildren Randy White, Michael White and wife Tera, Christy Herbert and husband Jay, Steven Wolven and wife Robin, Justin DeAtley and wife Jamee, Jessica Allen and husband Casey, Elizabeth Morse and husband Jacob, and several great-grandchildren.

Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Ruth Lane; wife, Betty Lane; daughters, Betty DeWitt, Paula Lane, and Pamela DeAtley.

Services will be held on Friday, September 19th at Stumpff Funeral Home in Kimberling City, Missouri. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. with a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. A family graveside service to follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation.