RALPH EARL BLALOCK

Ralph Earl Blalock, 83, passed away at home on January 27, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. Born on November 7, 1941, he dedicated his life to hard work, faith and family.

Survivors include two sisters, Loretta Ruth Duncan and Rhonda West, both of Arkansas; his wife of 57 ½ years, Helen Marie Blalock; six of their seven children: Debra Bailes, Oklahoma, Rodney (Pam) Blalock, St. Louis, Randy (Dawn) Blalock, Eldon, Ron (Marsha) Blalock, Milford, Robin Blalock, Blue Springs and Tanya (Ronnie) Darnell, North Kansas City, Mo. He was also a cherished grandfather and great-grandfather to many. 

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kathy Zmuda and by his parents, James William and Loretta Marie Blalock.

A Celebration of Life will be held on March 22, 2025, at Missionary Baptist Church, located at 215 N Sterling in Sugar Creek, Missouri (64150). The service will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 8:00 p.m.