Ronald D. Houser, 74, died April 19, 2010 at Central Kansas Medical Center, Great Bend, Kansas. He was born January 25, 1936 at Eureka, Kansas, the son of Byron and Laleta A. (Ashwell) Houser. He married Henrietta M. Dinges Prosser December 30, 1972 at Great Bend. A Great Bend resident since 1965, coming from Chanute, Kansas, Mr. Houser worked as a salesman for Bernard Food Co., Waters True Value, and Pistol Pete's. He served during the Korean Conflict in the United States Army. Mr. Houser was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles where he served in the capacity of all offices. Survivors include his wife: Henrietta M. Houser, of the home; one step-daughter, Sharon Brack and husband Tom, Great Bend; one sister, Sherry Fellhoelter and husband Larry, Great Bend; and pet dog, Muffin. Vigil service will be at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 22, 2010 at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 23, 2010 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Father Reginald A. Urban will be celebrant. Burial will be in Great Bend Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 21, 2010 and from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, April 22, 2010 at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to Golden Belt Humane Society or American Cancer Society, in care of the funeral home.