Ralph E. West, Jr.Ralph E. West Jr., "Sonny", was born on November 28, 1949, in Springfield, MO to Martha (Treat) and Ralph West. He passed away September 30, 2017 at age 67 after years of disability. He worked for the railroad and enjoyed fishing at the lake, fixing almost anything, and time with his friends & family. This is the "Ralphie" we love and will remember. He is preceded in death by his father Ralph Sr. and sister Ruby Kleier. He is survived by wife Ilonna (Lewis); children Andrea Wiyrick, MSGT, USAF (Yuba City, CA), Alicia West (Detroit, MI), Ronald & Melissa West (Republic, MO); his sister Dorothy & Robert Nellans; and many cousins, aunts, nieces, and nephews. We hope the fish are bitin' in heaven.Family and friends may share online condolences at www.meadorsfuneralhome.com