September 20, 1936 – December 19, 2023
Theron Martin Ragle, 87, of Granbury, Texas, went to be with his Heavenly Father on December 19, 2023. Theron is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Janette Ragle; son, Dale Ragle; daughter-in-law, Ann Gardea Ragle; daughter, Janice McMoran; grandson, Alex McMoran; great-granddaughter, Anastasia McMoran-King; sister, Dorothy Shields; brothers, Gerald Ragle and Morris Ragle; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Tom Sparks Ragle and Ida Bell Ragle, and sister, Lela Mae Watson.
Theron was born on September 20, 1936, and raised in the Dicey Community of Parker County. He grew up on a farm and understood the meaning of hard work, persistence, and dedication. After marrying his beloved Janette in 1957, he began a career as an aircraft sheet metal mechanic/machinist with Boeing Aircraft, later working for the Air Force as a civilian and serving in the United States Air Force Reserve at Carswell Air Force Base. While there, he spent most of his career in aircraft structural maintenance. When he reached government retirement age, he was fond of saying he was too young to retire, and began working for Waples Machine Shop in Granbury, where he spent the next 11 years.
Theron never met a stranger, was extremely friendly, and had a very kind heart. He developed a rich network of friends during his life and he was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need, whether lending an ear for advice, helping someone move, or making a needed repair. His life on the farm and career as a machinist made him extremely handy. His family and friends marveled that he could “fix anything” and he often used his skills to help others.
Theron and Janette loved water skiing and boating, and Theron loved fishing, prompting them to move to Granbury and build a lake house in 1972.
Theron was very involved for many years in the Indian Harbor Homeowners Association, served on their Volunteer Fire Department, and chaired the Roads Committee for over 20 years. He was always there for his community.
Their love of camping and travel led them to all 50 states, with their later years spent taking several cruises with family and friends. Theron enjoyed attending what he called hootenannies, playing domino games with family and friends, watching NASCAR, and watching his beloved Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. He had a wry sense of humor, much to the enjoyment of his family and friends.
Theron was a very devoted husband. He was the primary caretaker for Janette for 7 years, who developed Alzheimer’s several years ago. He persisted in her caretaking as the disease worsened under very difficult circumstances.
Theron will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, December 29, 2023, and funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 30, 2023, both at Wiley Funeral Home, Granbury, Texas, with burial to follow at Clark Cemetery in Parker County.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association in his name on behalf of his beloved wife, Janette.
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wiley Funeral Home – Granbury on Dec. 22, 2023.