Mr. Ralph E. Ager, Sr., age 77 of Newaygo, died Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at his residence in Croton Twp.. He was born Ralph Edward Ager in Grand Rapids, the son of Adelia (Rooper) and George W. Ager on January 27, 1927. He was a Window Cleaner for Grand Rapids Window Cleaning for 30 years until 1986. He was a member of Teamsters Union #406.

He is survived by his sons Ralph E. Ager, Jr.of Newaygo, Michael & Raelene Ager of Grant, Ralph E. Ager, Jr., 5 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, Florence Ager of Newaygo, his brothers Elmer Ager, George Ager both of Grand Rapids, his sisters Maxine & Jack Fowler of Sparta and Vicki Simmons of AR. He was preceded in death by daughter Denyla Hatchew 2001.

Graveside Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A. M at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Croton Township on Monday, August 16, 2004 with Pastor David Andrew officiating. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers please consider the family.

McKinley Funeral Home, Newaygo 231-652-5613. http:\\mckinleyfuneral.com