Ronald Cradit

1933 - 2024

Ronald Cradit
10/13/1933 - 11/21/2024
Ronald Dale Cradit of Richmond, Texas passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the age of 91.
Ron was born in San Benito, Texas on October 13, 1933. He graduated from Harlingen High School and then attended the University of Houston on a track scholarship. He joined Sigma Chi fraternity and not long after met the love of his life, Gail Williams. While attending U of H, Ron joined the Navy and served for 6 years including the Reserves.

Ron married Gail on April 11, 1959. They were members of Alief Community Church for over 30 years; raising their four children there: Leslie, Katie, Cyndi and Ronnie Jr. Ron led the youth group at church and then started the first Young Life group in Alief in 1967; which he led for 26 years. Ron began his career in the Industrial Paint & Blast Equipment Industry and was the proud owner of Air Tech Spray Systems along with two partners. He loved Great Danes and was a member of the Great Dane Club for many years. Ron loved people and making them laugh. He cherished his family and supported them in every possible way. He left this earth with quite a legacy - 4 children, 12 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. Most importantly Ron loved God and served Him faithfully.

Ron was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gail Cradit; his father, Leslie Dale Cradit; his mother, Edith Cradit; his brother, James Cradit. He is survived by his sister, Patricia Cradit; his brother, Errol Cradit; and his children: Leslie Fries (Mark), Katie Brown (Todd), Cyndi Willborg (Steve) and Ronnie Cradit Jr. (Lisa); along with his 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 6:00 pm at River Pointe Church, Richmond, Texas. In lieu of flowers the family requests that you make donations to Young Life in his honor. For further information: Forest Park Cemetery – Westheimer.