Ronald Krettinger passed away on Oct. 28 2022 at the age of 82.

He was born in Grants Pass, Ore., Aug. 25, 1940 to Carl and Helen Krettinger. He married Sharon Jackson Nov. 18, 1960.

He worked for the Forest Service as a mechanic and equipment operator and for Clackamas County as a mechanic. He then became self-employed and tried many ventures.

He went into the excavation business then long haul trucking then back to dump truck and excavation. He also had an RV park in Dorris, Calif. and a small grocery store in La Pine. He also drilled wells for 30 years until he retired in 2005. At this time he bought a small farm in Burns. His dream was always to farm. He loved animals especially his cats and dogs.

He is survived by wife, Sharon; sisters, Loretta Haner, Deloris Robinson, Deeann Auer; several nieces and nephews including, Casey Girard and Luke Reed which he raised for several years.

He was preceded in death by mother, Helen Jadrny; father, Carl Krettinger; stepfather, Frank Jadrny; brother, Frank Jadrny Jr.; sister, Barbara Reseburg; nieces, Annie Robinson and Lisa Lucas.

At his request there will be no service.