Ralph Edward Dillard of Potosi, Missouri was born on December 26, 1957 in Tupelo, Mississippi, a son to John Dillard and Ruby E. (Clark) Dillard. Ralph departed this life on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Mercy Hospital South, having reached the age of 64 years, 5 months, and 30 days.
Those left behind to cherish his memory include his wife, Joyce (Akers) Dillard; son, Ross Dillard; daughter, Ruth (Dillard) Rousan; two grandchildren: Carla Rousan and Dustin Rousan Jr.; also surviving are two brothers and extended family and friends. Ralph was preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Dillard.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 from 10:30 AM to 12 PM at DeClue Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will commence on Tuesday at 12 PM held in the DeClue Chapel with Elder Leonard Compton officiating. Military Honors will be presented by VFW Post 6996. Interment will follow at Thomas Chapel Cemetery, Belgrade, Missouri.