Ronald Roy Korsgard

Ronald Korsgard, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Kingston, Oklahoma on June 5, 2026.

Born in Dallas, Texas, Ronald spent most of his life in Duncan, Oklahoma, the community he loved. He was well known as the longtime operator of Roy’s Market, the family grocery store founded by his parents that served generations of Duncan residents. Through his work and daily interactions, Ronald built countless friendships and became a familiar and trusted presence in town. He had a knack for making sure his two sons learned the value of hard work—often by “volunteering” their lawn mowing services to customers. Much to their dismay, Roy’s Market became a budding lawn-care referral service, courtesy of Ronald’s good-hearted matchmaking.

Ronald married the love of his life, Edie, in 1969. She is the daughter of Marshall and Dorothy Gregston. He loved the Gregstons as if they were a second set of parents. More than just husband and wife, Ronald and Edie’s enduring love, support, and advocacy for one another—and their family—provided an example of marriage that left a permanent impression on their children’s hearts. Following their marriage and shortly after graduation from Cameron University, he proudly served his country during the Vietnam War, embodying the sense of duty, honor, and commitment that defined his life. His duty station was in Seoul, South Korea. Fortunately, Edie was able to accompany him and found employment working for the post commander while Ronald was serving. And in what might be called a touch of poetic justice, Edie earned a higher salary than Ronald so they could pay the rent and given she worked for the colonel, her social status was higher than Ronald’s as an enlisted soldier. It was a comedic preview of the many years ahead in which she so often ran the show at home, as only a wonderful mother can.

Back home in Oklahoma, Ronald also found great joy in guiding his sons through Boy Scouts, where his steady encouragement and leadership helped both achieved the rank of Eagle Scout—a milestone they reached in no small part thanks to his unwavering support. His love of the outdoors extended beyond scouting, as he cherished boating and camping adventures on Lake Texoma, where countless family memories were made. In later years, Ronald and Edie delighted in cruises that began at the Port of Miami, so much so that he affectionately dubbed their lake house the “Port of Oklahoma,” a playful nod to the many happy voyages that started there. Whether on the water, under the stars, or gathered around a campfire, Ronald’s spirit of adventure and devotion to family shone brightly.

A faithful Christian, Ronald was a devoted member of First Baptist Church in Duncan until he and Edie retired to Kingston, Oklahoma, on Lake Texoma. In Kingston, he became an active member of Lighthouse United Methodist Church, where he served in many capacities—perhaps none more memorable than donning a pair of floppy ears and a cotton tail to play the Easter bunny at the church’s Easter egg hunts.

Above all, Ronald cherished his family and the strong bonds he and Edie helped forge—standing by them through every season of life, from joyful milestones to health challenges in recent years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Olga Korsgard and in-laws Marshall and Dorothy Gregston. He is survived by his loving wife, Edie Korsgard, his sons, Greg Korsgard and Ryan Korsgard (Marshall Eudy), along with many extended family members (some with four legs), friends, and loved ones who will deeply miss his kindness, wisdom, steady presence, and wit. His ability to make others laugh, even in the most ordinary moments, was one of his greatest gifts.

He will be deeply missed, fondly remembered, and forever cherished. In his memory, we invite you to hug your loved ones a little tighter, share a laugh when you can, and lend a hand to someone who might need it—whether it’s the neighbor across the counter at the local grocery store, a family member, or simply a friend in need, just as Ronald so often did.

In lieu of flowers, the Korsgard family kindly requests that you donate to either the Epilepsy Foundation of Texas or to the Lighthouse United Methodist Church of Kingston, Oklahoma.