March 12, 1940 - April 9, 2014
Ronald James Albaugh passed away April 9, 2014. Ron was born March 12, 1940 in Alturas, California to Ed and Orma Albaugh. He was born into a Pioneer California Family. Ron grew up on the Frosty Acres Ranch in Aiden, Ca. He graduated from Aiden High School with a class of 9 students. Ron attended Chico State College. He served 2 years in the United States Army 1962-1964. Ron married LaVern Hencratt May 8, 1965. They raised 2 sons, Mark and Norris.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents and brother Dale. He is survived by his wife, LaVern of 49 years.; sister, Jean and Bob Walker of Rough and Ready, CA.; sisters-in-law; Barbara Albaugh of Aiden, CA.; Marie Haley of Redding, CA.; children, Mark and Teresa Albaugh of Cottonwood, CA.; Norris and Suzie Albaugh of Fallon, NV.; grandchildren, Ann and Ben DeGroot of Springfield, SD.; Carrie and Chad Bidwell of Alturas, CA.; Helen;
Wilhelmina and Waldo Albaugh of Fallon; great-granddaughter, Madison Bidwell of Alturas, CA.; numerous nieces and nephews. Ron was a member of the Nevada Cattleman’s Association. He was awarded the American Shorthorn Association Seed Stock Producer of the year and the Dual Purpose Breeder of the year for the American Milking Shorthorn Society. He also won First place in the Great Western Livestock Judging Contest. Donations may be made in Ron’s memory to the charity of your choice. Services to be held on Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 11:00 A M at The Gardens Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of The Gardens Funeral Home 2949 Austin Highway Fallon, NV. 89406 775 423-8928
