Ronald Lee BaleFebruary 5, 1938 - June 25, 2015Ronald Lee Bale, of Caldwell, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2015 of natural causes. Ronald was born on Feb 5, 1938 in Parma, Idaho to Stanley Roy Bale and Laura (Moffitt) Bale. Ronald served as a nurse in the Air Force and spoke often of his travels. After leaving the Air Force he had a variety of occupations. He was a fireman for the city of Caldwell, a truck driver in road construction, and ended his career as the maintenance supervisor for Middleton School District. He was a good hearted man who loved to put a smile on your face and who would help anyone in need. He always said that you should leave "happy tracks" as you go along in life and that is what he did. Ron was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He was a father to many and extended his help and love to all that he knew. He lived by the motto of "That's what family is for" and instilled that into his children and grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and one sister. He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Grever), son Rick Bale, daughter Karen, adopted daughter Cheri (Morales) Deveney; grandchildren Jesse, Melissa, Josh, Maricela, Karina, Jaclyn & Noey; and multiple great-grandchildren. A viewing will be held Tuesday June 30, 2015 from 5-8 PM at Flahiff Funeral Chapel, Caldwell. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday July 1, 2015 at 10:30 AM also at Flahiff Funeral Chapel, Caldwell. Interment will follow at Canyon Hill Cemetery. Condolences may be given at www.flahifffuneralchapel.com