Ralph Edward Healey, 70, disappeared on September 2, 2006, after a routine morning that included breakfast at a local restaurant, fueling his pickup, a bank visit and an 11:20 a.m. phone call with a friend about washing his tractor-trailer later that day. He failed to show for a scheduled work run, which was uncharacteristic for the self-employed cattle hauler.

Both his work tractor and personal pickup were later found parked at his rural home near Calumet and El Reno, and his small dog — a constant companion — was left behind in very weakened condition and died nine days later. There were no signs of forced entry or an obvious struggle; Healey took medication for diabetes and a heart condition and reportedly was diligent about it. Rumors that he had recently won a large sum at the Lucky Star Casino in El Reno led to speculation about robbery, but no evidence places him at the casino that day. The Canadian County Sheriff’s Office keeps the case open.

If anyone knew Ralph, saw him around the Calumet or El Reno area on or about September 2, 2006, or has information about the last places he visited, please come forward.