WELLSVILLE, OHIO – Ralph W. Stroede, 82, of Wellsville, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman with his wife by his side.

Ralph was born in Baraboo, Wisconsin on August 7, 1943, a son of the late Wayne and Mary Louise (Hempstead) Stroede. He was a Navy veteran proudly serving during the Vietnam War. Ralph served as a machinist mate/nuclear reactor operator on the USS Barbaro and was very proud to be a member of the commissioning crew of the USS Haddo. He was a graduate of Aquinas High School in La Crosse, WI Class of 1961 and received a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse. Ralph enjoyed working on his farm and spending time with his neighbors. Ralph was a member of Reedsburg Masonic Lodge in Reedsburg, WI, Valley of Steubenville Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite and Syria Shrine. He was a Past Commander of American Legion Post 36 and Vice Commander of VFW Post 1966 both in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

Preceding Ralph in death was his brother David Stroede.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 56 years, whom he married August 9, 1969, Trudith L. "Trudy" (Kanvik) Stroede and sister Bonnie Jameson.

A private service was held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Dawson Funeral Home.