Ruel McDaniel

Ruel James McDaniel, age 75, of Highlandville, passed away in his home Friday, April 26, 2019. He was born May 11, 1943 in Nixa, the son of Herbert Neal and Dorothy Katherine (Crumpley) McDaniel. He was a 1961 graduate of Spokane High School. He served his country in the Army National Guard. On October 21, 1966 he married Patty Sue King, which he thought was his greatest accomplishment. Ruel lived his whole life on the family farm "Flint Haven Ranch" where he raised cattle, and watched his family grow. As an electrician Ruel worked for Sechler Electric for 44 years, retiring in 2011. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. His silent strength will be missed by each family member. Ruel never met a stranger and was was always looking for someone to visit with. Survivors include: His wife, Patty; two daughters and their husbands, Marlo Kay Magnuson and Aaron of Highlandville, and Lacey Renee Johnston and Alex of Clever; three grandchildren, Tyler Renee Wilson and fiance Jared Elliott, A.J. Magnuson, and Addi Kay Johnston; a sister, LaVeta McDaniel of Nixa; an uncle, H.A. Crumpley and wife Charlcie of Highlandville; an aunt Peggy McDaniel of Ozark; nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter Lori Dawn McDaniel, an uncle Albert McDaniel, and his parents. A memorial service will be 6:00 PM Monday, April 29, in Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. Visitation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans.