Ron Stalker, 57 of Independence, MO passed away Fri. Aug 20, 2004 at his home. Services will be 11:30 am, Tue. Aug.24, 2004 at the George C. Carson & Sons Funeral Home. Burial in Urich Cemetery, Urich, MO. Visitation will be from 9:30 - 11:30 am on Tuesday at the funeral home. Contributions are suggested to American Cancer Society. Mr. Stalker was born on April 20, 1947 to Harlin and Mable Stalker in Bolivar, MO. Ron was a co-owner of Eastside Auto Parts. He had a great passion for Street Rods. He loved building and showing Street Rods and had won many awards in various competitions. Ron is survived by his daughter, Carman Sue Stalker of San Diego, CA. A brother, Rodney Bumgardner of Urich, MO. Three sisters, Harlene Weymier of Urich, MO, Sandra Johnson of Urich, MO, Elizabeth VanWinkle of Butler, MO and Robin Burnham of Windsor, MO. One grandchild, Tommy. Ron�s former wife, Tina Stalker and two step-sons, Gray Eubanks and Micheal Hoch, all of Independence, MO.