Ronald F. Winchester

Ronald F. Winchester obituary

Ronald F. Winchester

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Ronald Winchester Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory - Troy on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Ronald F. Winchester, 77, of Troy, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Troy. He was born on February 22,1948, in St. Louis to Chester and Tommy Nadine (Lands) Winchester.

Ronald worked for many years as a maintenance supervisor for the Archdiocese of St. Louis, retiring after a long and dedicated career.

He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and in later years, spending time with family, playing cards, and trips to the boat.

Ronald is survived by his children Stacy Murphy, Ronald Winchester, and Rich Winchester, and by two children from a previous marriage, Julie and Jeannia. He is also survived by his grandchildren Jenny, Chris, and Daniel, one great-grandchild Wren, his half-brother Jay, and his brother-in-law Fred Potter. He also leaves behind several cousins he remained close with throughout his life.

Ronald was preceded in death by his wife Karen Winchester and his sister, Sandra Jean Potter.

Visitation scheduled from 12-2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at the McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1304 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379 (1636) 528-8244

A Funeral service scheduled at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at the McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, Troy location. Rev. Dr. Jeff Moore to officiate.

Memorials may be made to donor's choice, c/o McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, Troy location

Family and friends are invited to sign our online guestbook at: www.mccoyblossomfh.com

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Upcoming Events

Oct

10

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory

1304 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379

Send Flowers

Oct

10

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory

1304 Boone Street, Troy, MO 63379

Send Flowers

Only 1 day left for delivery to next service.