Ralph Waldo Dagenais

Ralph was one of the scout leaders at Troop 757 at Woodland Methodist Church when I was junior high school age. I have so many fond memories of those years I and came to understand over the years what a wonderful role model he was. Ralph and Noble Carter and other men provided priceless leadership for me and many other young boys that we otherwise may not have experienced. Sad to hear of his passing.

I was so fortunate to know Ralph and have his wonderful spirit and love for the other members of Woodland UMC to help me as I served there. He was kind and caring to everyone, always with a smile on his face. He will be missed.

My prayers are with the Dagenais family in this season of grief. It was nothing but joy to be Ralph's pastor for 6 years at Woodland and to accompany him through losing his beloved Julie. He was a man of the highest character and the gentlest spirit. I'll never forget how at Julie's graveside, after the service, he took me around to all the gravestones he knew and told me stories of the family. That plus his joy when he would tell me about his grandchildren, made his love and devotion to his...

Janet - I was sorry to read your father's obituary in Sunday Eagle. From extended obituary, he sound not only intelligent and talented, but an extremely warm person. I know how difficult it is to lose parents! Thinking of you - Dwayne and Sandy

Ralph Dagenais was my boy scout leader, 7th grade Sunday School teacher and father to my best friend, John. Even though I'm sure I exasperated him with my radical/slacker attitude, he was always friendly and kind to me. He also had a great smile. When I last saw Ralph several years ago, he seemed pleased to see me and pleased that I had also become an engineer. As a young man, Ralph achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and demonstrated the qualities for which all Eagle Scouts should strive. He...

Lifting prayers of comfort for the Dagenais family. I knew Ralph through Kansas Authors club, when he & Julia were both members. They were the sweetest couple, kind & generous.

Our prayers are with your family.

My thoughts and prayers with Ralph's family. I always enjoyed seeing and spending time with Ralph and his family. May God watch over you during this difficult time. Much Love, Sue (Wade) Honn