Ralph A. Stadler's Obituary
Ralph A. Stadler, age 87, passed away Friday, May 9th, 2025 at his home in Oshkosh with his family surrounding him. Ralph was born in Oshkosh on May 3, 1938, the son of Leona Stadler. On October 31, 1989 he married the love of his life, Marilyn Lippert.
Ralph graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1956. He was a proud member of the Boy Scouts of America, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. In his younger years, he worked for Red’s Pizza before his employment at Kimberly Clark for 40 years and retired in 1996.
During his retirement years, Ralph enjoyed spending time watching the Brewers, Packers and Nascar races, along with traveling. He always looked forward to spending the winters in Florida for the last 24 years.
Most days, you would see him around town in his little white pick up truck. Whether it be playing around with the apartment houses with his son, going to the car shops or the bank. He very much enjoyed talking with others. He also loved going for breakfast on Sunday mornings, he of course would tell everyone he had to buy.
Ralph will be dearly missed by all who had the fortune of being in his life. He was a loving, trusted friend, father and grandfather to all who knew him.
Ralph is survived by his wife Marilyn, and his children Mark (Mary Eiden), Becky Sawicki (Tim), Scott (Karen) and Lee (Julie). Grandchildren, Lance, Danielle, Hunter, Breanna, Brooke and Brady.
Ralph was preceded in death by his mother, Leona, several aunts, uncles and infant daughter, Cindy.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Ralph’s name at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All memorial funds can be sent to Mark Stadler ℅ Fiss & Bills-Poklasny, 865 S. Westhaven Drive, Oshkosh, WI 54904.
The family would like to thank Senior Stride Homecare, Hospice, and all of those taking care of Ralph in his final days.
Funeral services for Ralph will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Fiss & Bills-Poklasny Funeral home, 865 S. Westhaven Dr. in Oshkosh. Visitation will be held at 10:00 until the time of service. Service at 12:00 by Father Louis Golamari from Sacred Heart Church. A procession to Calvary Catholic Cemetery will be held following the service.
Fiss & Bills-Poklasny Funeral Home
865 S. Westhaven Drive
Oshkosh, WI 54904
920-235-1170
What’s your fondest memory of Ralph?
What’s a lesson you learned from Ralph?
Share a story where Ralph's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Ralph you’ll never forget.
How did Ralph make you smile?