Ronald "Ron" Owen LaFever, 83, died Feb. 2, 2021 at Vintage Park of Wamego, Kan. Ron had lived in Wamego since moving from Esbon, Kansas in 2015.

He was born in Ulysses, Kan., on Aug. 10, 1937, the son of Houston and Elizabeth (Hampton) LaFever. He attended schools in Ulysses and graduated from Ulysses High School in 1955. Ron married Judy E. McKellips in 1955 at Pampa, Texas. She preceded him in death in 1999. Ron worked for more than 40 years with the Great Plains Communications Company, until retirement in 1998. He attained the position of district manager. Ron was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Hugo, Colo., for many years. He enjoyed golf, fishing and time with his grandchildren.

Ron is survived by his two sons: Ronnie LaFever (Barb) of Milwaukee, Wisc., Greg LaFever (Cindy) of Ulysses; a sister, Carolyn "Sis" Dupree, and a brother, Bernie LaFever (Becky) all of Ulysses; seven grandchildren: Megan, Robbie, Samantha, Mike, Matt, Amanda, Tasha; and many great- and great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey LaFever (2012), and a brother, Marshall LaFever.

Cremation is planned, with a funeral and graveside memorial service at the Ulysses Cemetery to be held at a later date. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association. Those may be sent in care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego, P.O. Box 48, 66547. Online condolences may be made http://www.campanellastewart.com