Ralph James Crause
Ralph James Crause, 82, of Ballwin, Missouri sadly left this world on May 7, 2023.
Jim was born on January 5, 1942 to parents Ralph J. Crause Sr. and Arline B. Crause in University City, Missouri. After Jim graduated from Ladue Horton Watkins High School he went on to study Business at the University of Missouri.
After graduation he started his job at The Chrysler Corporation as Human Resources Manager, ending his career in the Labor relations management department and retiring after more than 3 decades.
Jim was predeceased by his mother, father, brother Charles William Crause and sister Baby Judy. He is survived by his ex-wife Joann Y. Broome (m.18 yrs), son R. Scott Crause(Judi Hume), son John B. Crause(Michelle), daughter Kathleen L. Gillig(Steve) and grandchildren Jessica, Paige, Caileb, Gabriel and Jacob. Also nieces and nephew; Stephen, Caroline and Julie.
Jim enjoyed Boating at the Lake of the Ozarks, family time with the grandchildren and being a Grill Master. He was always cracking a joke, enjoyed sharing his life stories, Wing Dings with his Chrysler buddies and being around others. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in our hearts.
In lieu of a service and flowers please consider donating to his favorite charity.
I am so sorry for the loss of Jim. Love to Kathy, John and. Scott. Your dad will always be with you. I am so saddened by his untimely departure.
Jim and I worked together for many years and developed a friendship that existed well into our retirements from “Chrysler”. I am so glad we were able to have had dinner together recently and shared old, and new, times. Jim will be missed. Rest in peace, my friend
I’ll miss the calls from Jim checking up on me. When we talked we checked on each other and how we were both doing. I’ll Miss the calls with Jim. I’ll also Miss not seeing him at the Chrysler Wing Dings. We always ordered extra Wings just for Jim. Jim you will be dearly missed. Prayers for a Great Man.
Jim was a great friend; and, a excellent source of advice when we worked together at St. Louis South Assembly. He always had a story and a smile. Your friendship will be missed, RJ.
Ron
I will sure miss Jim. We always sat together at the retirees luncheon. He would bring his family to my dock at the lake. He was one of the greatest men I ever had the pleasure of meeting. Condolences to the family. Rest in peace my friend 🙏🙏
Jim was an Outstanding Man
He was always there if you needed him
Always smiling , a very true Friend.
You will be missed Jim
RIP
Geno
Crause and I were on different teams but I had great respect for him! What a really good individual! Jim and I became friends and I always got a kick out of him ! We argued a lot but that was our job!! May he rest in peace! Great guy !mike Shakey Mullen
I worked together with Jim at the St Louis Assembly Plant II. A true professional for sure…..
My deepest sympathy to the family. He hired me @ Chrysler Corporation. Plant #1 South. If you needed him he was always there to help you with a smile! He will be truly missed. “May The Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him” Jack Oesterle,Jr. Kirkwood, Missouri
Jim lived across the street from us for over 30 years. He was a great man and the Campa family really enjoyed talking with him. We moved last November but I saw him in March when I was driving back over and we visited. He is free from his health issues and cracking a few jokes! Our thoughts and sympathy to your entire family.
May he rest in peace . Your dad and his jokes will be greatly missed . Hugs and prayers for your family.
Jim was an amazing man and a true professional who made the job and life fun. I am proud and blessed to have known him!
Great guy. Worked with Jim for many years. A true professional and person of integrity. Fun to be around
Ladue High classmate and good friend, you are missed. I send my best wishes from Texas that you can now rest in peace. Best wishes extended to your family through these tough times. Always …
Mike
Loved going out and spending time with my aunt, uncle Jim and cousins every summer when we were younger. He is greatly missed by so many people. Sending my thoughts and prayer to his family!!
Marjorie and Rob Kick
We were both saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a great man . He was always willing to help others. He will be missed. Prayers to your family.
My memories of Jim and our friendship go back to 7th grade! He got his DL earlier than most of our gang and his dad let him drive his beautiful blue convertible. He would come by my house with the top down in the summer and off we’d go on an adventure, radio blaring.
We were just good friends, and he fell for one of my close friends, Joann. They went steady through HS and Mizzou. So many special memories of Jim. My sincere condolences to all his family, especially Joanne and Cathy who I knew best.
Eric and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy and the entire family. We only met him once but he did have the attention of many with his funny jokes. May he be in n eternally peace.
I first met Jim when he was 14. I was a good friend of Bill’s, his brother. Through the years we talked off and on. We talked a great deal after he lost his brother. I kept up with his mother, Arline. The Crause family was a wonderful family. My prayers to his children and grandchildren. Remember all of the good times that you had with your dad/grandfather.
Great man – Great Father – Always smiling and full of information. You will be missed! Had many great days at Chrysler!
Worked with Jim for years. He was always a great professional that provided great counsel and went out of his way to help. He will be missed.