Ronald H. Poe 

Age 85, went home to his Lord on September 12, 2009 after a 
wonderful life filled with family and friends. Born in Tacoma on 
February 27, 1924 to Earl and Flora Jo Poe, he grew up with his 
three brothers in Puyallup. After graduating from Puyallup High 
School in 1942, Ron served in the Navy for six years and then 
went on to earn a degree in Business from the University of Puget 
Sound. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and 
golfing. Ron was a sharp businessman, as well as a loyal and 
loving family member and friend. He was a powerful role model for 
his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends. He 
will be remembered and cherished by all those who knew him, 
remaining in the hearts of family and friends forever. Ron was 
preceded in death by his parents, his brother Phil (Margaret), 
and sister-in-law Bette Poe. He is survived by his wife of 36 
years, Patricia; his brothers Don and Fred (Rita); his daughters 
Kristine (Larry) Stoops, Ronna Morgan, Teresa Iverson, Debbie 
(Greg) Knox, sons Ivy (Connie) Iverson, and Mike (Vicki) Iverson; 
11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and many loving 
nieces and nephews. A celebration of his life will be held on 
Thur., Sept. 17, at 11 a.m. at All Saints Church, 204 6th Ave. 
SW, Puyallup, 98371. A reception will follow at the Eagles, 202 
5th St. NW, Puyallup, 98371. Arrangements by Curnow Funeral Home. 
Please sign the online guestbook at www.curnowfuneralhome.com

Published in News Tribune (Tacoma) on September 15, 2009