Photo courtesy of Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin
Chesterfield, Missouri
Streiff, Ralph V., passed away, Sunday, May 4, 2014.
Beloved husband for 64 years of Vera Streiff (Paulding). Loving father of Deb (Bob) Zimmermann, Paul (Gigi) Streiff, Bruce (Michelle) Streiff, Alison (Bruce) Thornton, and David (Lisa) Streiff. Dear grandfather of Kate (Dan) Pollmann, Emily (Michael) McGehee, Kurt (Becca) Zimmermann; Taylor and Andy Streiff; Alex Streiff and Hanna (Will) Allen; Sarah and Shelby Jennings and Erin Underwood; Rebecca, Elizabeth, and Ben Streiff. Proud great-grandfather of Michael and Lucas McGehee; Charlie and Ava Pollmann. Beloved brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
Ralph was a lifelong resident of Ballwin and West County. He was a graduate of Kirkwood High School and graduated from Washington University Engineering School in 1951 on the G.I. Bill after service in World War II for the US Navy. He joined the Nooter Corporation upon graduation as a Sales Engineer and retired as CEO and Chairman of the Board. He was very involved with the community and served on many boards including the Deaconess Hospital and Foundation and Ranken Technical College. He was a longtime member of Forest Hills Country Club. He was also a 50 year member of the Missouri Athletic Club and proudly held a seat at the Wall Street Table.
Services: Funeral service at Bonhomme Presbyterian Church, 14820 Conway Road, Chesterfield, Thursday, 11:00 a.m. Interment St. John United Church of Christ Cemetery, Manchester. If desired, contributions may be made to Ranken Technical College or a charity of your choice. Visitation at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Wednesday 4-8 p.m. and at the church, Thursday, 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
Our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss of Ralph. Our prayers and thoughts be with you in time of your grief. May his memories give you comfort and that he is now in a better place. God bless you and the family.
Jimmie & Jonel Maminta & Family
May 07, 2014 | Ballwin, MO
This is wonderful article about Ralph's inspirational life:
http://news.stlpublicradio.org/post/ralph-v-streiff-led-nooter-corporation
Paulding Family Member
May 07, 2014
To Aunt Vera and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss, Uncle Ralph was always so kind and thoughtful to everyone who ever met him. He will always remain an amazing example of how to be a wonderful man.
Our deepest sympathy and love
Michael Paulding and Alice Vlcek
May 06, 2014
Ralph was a wonderful husband, father, grand & great grandfather. He is a godly man who will be very missed. God's peace to Vera and his family.
Our deepest regards.
Ron & Cheri Fromm
May 06, 2014 | St Louis, MO
To Vera and family - I wanted to let you know that even though I only remember being with Ralph once in my adult life, I remember him as a very generous and loving man who my mother adored! Ralph was always so great to my family and will never ever be forgotten! Even though we can't be there for the service, please accept our love and prayers for you during this time. I believe that God only takes the best and Ralph was sure one of them. Please keep in touch!
Brenda McHenry
May 06, 2014 | Hendersonville, TN
Ralph always had a smile on his face and was so nice to interact with. Offering sincere sympathy and prayers. Angie Dietrich, CMA
May 06, 2014
Worked with Ralph at MO.BO.
A down to earth good man.
Robert Winkeler
May 06, 2014 | Fenton, MO
To Vera and Family- We each have fond memories of Ralph and his wonderful joy everytime we would see him in Chesterfield. Ralph always had a smile and big Hi and always asked about each of our kids. He was an inspiration to many. Our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Steve,Mernie,Katy Koontz and Family
May 06, 2014 | St. Louis, MO
I will always remember the kind and gentle soul of Uncle Ralph - he will be missed and fondly remembered.
Christine Duenke
May 05, 2014