Ronald Lee Hosey

Ronald Lee Hosey obituary, Wheeling, WV

Ronald Lee Hosey

Ronald Hosey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kepner Funeral Home - Burke Chapel on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Ronald Lee Hosey, 65, of Wheeling, WV passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Liza's Place after a courageous battle with ALS.
He was born November 30, 1959 in Richwood, WV to the late Wilbert & Leanna (Tenney) Hosey.
Ronald was a graduate of West Liberty University. He was an avid WVU Mountaineers fan. He was a letter carrier for Steubenville Post Office for 32 years and retired in 2016. He was an amazing friend to so many and to know him was to love him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Leanna Hosey.
Ronald is survived by his wife, Dawn Hosey; his children, Tyler Hosey (Alison Adams) and Jordan Hosey.
The family would like to extend thanks to those who contributed to his benefit and care.
Friends will be received on Friday, August 8, 2025 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm and again Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 10am until the time of service at 11am, at Kepner Funeral Home/Burke Chapel, 2101 Warwood Ave. Wheeling (304-277-2722). Interment to follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Team Gleason-ALS Advocacy Agency at Teamgleason.org
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