Obituary of Kenneth Ray Rannals

Kenneth Ray Rannals, 69, passed away Friday, August 28, 2015. He is preceded in death by his father, Louie Rannals. Kenneth is survived by his mother, Louise Rannals; his loving wife of 45 years, Joyce Rannals; sons, Patrick Rannals and wife, Mellisa, Clint Mills and wife, Jana; daughter, Amy Rannals; brother, Lonnie Rannals; sisters, Pamela Bouillion and husband, Steve, Iris Renfro and husband, Jim, grandchildren, Tanner, Cody, Clay, Sarah and Connor; and a host of other family and friends. Kenneth had a love of the outdoors. He loved the warm Texas sunshine and crisp fall mornings. Kenneth enjoyed fishing, riding horses, and time spent by or out on the water. He was a true patriot and proudly served his country during the Vietnam war in United States Army. Kenneth was an excellent provider for his family and worked for Flour Industries for more than 25 years. He was a man of strong faith, loved the Lord and believed you could see all of God’s wonderment by simply looking at nature and seeing all that he created. Kenneth believed his family was the most important thing in his life and was affectionately known as “Papaw” to his grandchildren. He could fix just about anything and will forever be remembered for his laid back attitude, never worrying about anything and for his great patience. Kenneth will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. A visitation for Kenneth will be held Friday, September 4, 2015 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Clayton Funeral Home, 5530 W. Broadway, Pearland, Texas 77581. The funeral service with military honors will take place Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 11:00 am at the funeral home with Pastor Don Pope officiating.