Ronald Glenn Criswell

April 10, 1941 - November 26, 2020

CRISWELL, Ronald Glenn – 79 Ronald Glenn Criswell, 79, of Boswell, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020 at his residence. Ronald was born on April 10, 1941 in Burnettsville to the late Glenn and Nettie E. (Whiteman) Criswell. After graduating from Idaville High School in 1959, he took courses overseas, and then went on to serve in the US Army Airborne Rangers. Ronald married Linda K. Pratt on March 24, 1979 in West Lafayette, and she survives. Ronald worked as a Super Intendent for the Union Carpenter Shop for over 50 years. He was a member of the Boswell Free Methodist Church, F&AM Battle Ground Lodge #313, American Legion Post #57 and #476 In Boswell, and the American Vets Post #102. Ronald was the Super Intendent for Kettle Hut, and received his 50 year pin. Surviving along with his wife Linda Criswell, are four siblings, Bill (Sondra) Criswell of Idaville, Dave (Carolyn) Criswell of Idaville, Vern (Vicki) Criswell of Delphi, and Bernie Jay (Sandy) Criswell of Cooksville, TN. Also surviving is sister-in-laws, Bonnie Sturgeon of Boswell, and Gwen (Ralph) Muse of Rochester, brother-in-law, Bob Pratt of Fowler, niece, Angie (Mike) Thomas of Jesup, IA, great nephew, Michael (Kylise) Muse of Madison, WI, two grandchildren, JT Thomas and Luke Thomas of Jesup, IA, several great nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Chance. He is preceded in death by one nephew, Tony Muse, his favorite hunting dog, Mingo, and dogs, Dakota, Panama, and Katie. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please send memorial contributions to Elara Caring Hospice. Share memories and condolences at www.simplicity-funeralcare.com.