Ronnal Lee

Horschler

Ronnal Lee Horschler, 53, of Wichita Falls, TX passed away at his home Tuesday, January 18, 2022. He was under the care of Beyond Faith Hospice and had his loving wife by his side as he took his last breath, freeing him from Covid and allowing him to obtain his heavenly restored body.

Ronnal (a.k.a. Ron, Ronnie) was born November 11, 1968 to Thomas Horschler and Carolyn (Renfro) DePew in Altus ,OK. Mr. Horschler was a graduate of Anadarko High School where he participated in Football, Wrestling, 4H Club, Theater, and Future Farmers of America.  He won a National Merit Scholarship and multiple other awards and recognitions over those years.  He continued his education at several more universities on full scholarships, ultimately matriculating from Midwestern State University Summa Cum Laude with a President's Medal of Distinction and a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2012.

Mr. Horschler spent much of his career working in the IT field, even obtaining multiple certifications in Advanced Computer Training at Great Plains Technology Center enabling him to work at IBM in the metroplex and as a computer technician for the Wichita Falls Independent School District. He found his true passion in the classroom however. He loved working with the most challenging of students in any capacity possible. "Mr. Ron" gave his heart and soul  protecting and uplifting the children who walked through his classroom door whether as a paraprofessional at WFHS or as a certified teacher at WFHS and Burgess Elementary.

Outside of work, Ron was a pantomath, a Renaissance Man. He knew a little to a lot  about just about everything. He was involved with multiple, varied circles of friends and organizations. He enjoyed giving to the community as a Rotary Club member. He loved the comradery of his Leon Lifer Group. He fought viciously to protect those in his Warrior Group (that were more brothers to him than friends.) And, he loved God and people in more ways than will ever really be known through his association with Onelife Church. He was an amazingly talented musician who could write, play guitar, record, and sing with a voice that touched one's soul. He was an excellent marksman who never gave up in a challenge, earning him the nickname "The Diesel." He was a gifted storyteller who had the wit and charm to make anyone laugh at any given moment or leave them pondering the profound statements he made that went over most people's heads. He was intelligence, kindness, strength,compassion, wit, humor, heart, safety, dare-devil, joy, honesty, inspiration,and loyalty all in one..a true one-of-a-kind force of nature. He had a deep, personal relationship with God. Therefore, it is well with our souls because he is now rejoicing with his King.

Ron Horschler is preceded in death by his grandparents Alfred Lee and Nina Ruth Renfro and Nelson Clifford and Arva Mae Horschler; his step-brother Seth Roof and his sister-in-law Traci Poston.

He is survived by his parents, Thomas and Tamara Horschler of Madill, OK and  Carolyn and Gary DePew of Port Charlotte, FL. He also is survived by his siblings Amy and Scott Perkey of Punta Gorda, FL, Garin Horschler of Lawton, OK, Michael and Robbie DePew of Weatherford, OK, Stephanie and Jason Hall of Peculiar, MO and Melissa and her husband Tom Horton of Edmond,OK. Surviving aunts and uncles include John Horschler and Diane Woolbright, Jim and Rollann Horschler, Nelda and Dennis Sullivan, Lisa and Jerry Bailey, and Joe and Lisa Renfo. He leaves behind 13 nieces and nephews, 5 great nieces and nephews and many cousins who will miss him dearly.

Finally, Ron leaves behind his wife of 19 years, Bethany (Bates) Horschler and their son, Hunter Horschler (15.) Hunter was the fire in Ron's being, his heartbeat, his daily reason for living. Never have I seen such great and pure love. Ron's goal was to live long enough to see Hunter through High School and into college. In accordance with his wishes, a custodial account is being established for Hunter's college education. In lieu of flowers, condolences may be paid to Charles Schwab for the benefit of Hunter Horschler.

A Celebration of Ron's life will be held at a date soon to be determined. Until then, love big. Ron would want nothing less.