Ralph Leon Nease, 75, passed away on November 1, 2025, at his home in Hutchinson, KS.  He was born August 14, 1950, in Lyons, KS, the son of Harold and Goldie (Wedel) Nease.

Ralph worked for Carey Salt for over 40 years and was one of Jehovah's Witnesses.  He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1968 and was honorably discharged in 1971.  On June 8, 1970, he married Mary Lou Gange in Great Bend, KS.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles and vacations in Montana with the family.

Ralph is survived by his children, Ralph L. Nease, Jr., Sabin L. Nease and wife Nikki, and Tamar L. Bender and husband Jacob; sister, Deanna Coker and husband Richard; two nieces; one nephew and several cousins.

He is preceded by his parents and wife, Mary Lou.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3304 N. Severance St., Hutchinson, KS 67502.  Memorial contributions can be made to Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses and sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502.