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Calvin & Debbie Morris
October 6, 2009
To The Family, We were very sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing.We were out of town or we would have been there.Ronnie was such a good person and he was a good friend of our's.Ronnie was always helping everyone out. He will be sadly missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Wanda Sells
October 6, 2009
To my dear brother Ronnie,
My heart breaks knowing you're gone but I know now that you're at peace and no longer in pain. You suffered for so many years, but whenever we seen you, you always managed to smile and say "I'm doing ok." I'll never forget all the pranks you always did. You loved to scare me somehow. You'd always get the biggest kick out of it.
Ronnie I ask one favor from you; please watch over Mandy until my day comes to join you all in heaven. You will be greatly missed. Ronnie until we meet again; I love you and miss you.
karen riley
September 28, 2009
IM TRUELY SORRY ABOUT THE LOST OF RONNIE , I FIRST MET THE HOLBROOK FAMILY WHEN MY GRANDMOTHER MARY LAWSON RENTED A HOUSE FROM THEM AND THERE WAS KINDNESS IN THE WHOLE FAMILY, EVEN THO I HAVENT SEEN RONNIE IN A LONG TIME ,I KNEW OF HIS ILLNESS AND OFTEN THOUGHT ABOUT HIM AND WONDER HOW HE WAS DOING , HE WAS A KIND AND LOVING MAN THAT ALWAYS HAD A SWEET SMILE ON HIS FACE,HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED ,MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE WHOLE FAMILY ,I KNOW RONNIE IS AT GODS SIDE , WITH OPEN ARMS BY THOSE ALREADY AT GODS SIDE THAT HAD THE PLESURE OF EVER KNOWING RONNIE.
Deena (Matthews) Berry
September 24, 2009
Brian and Family
I am sorry to hear about your father, he was a good man and was always there for us when we needed him. My prayers are with all of the family. May he rest with god and be at peace.
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Cathy Mulkey-Newsome
September 24, 2009
Brian and Family,
I know that words can not offer enough comfort at this time, but know that your father was a wonderful man, and was loved by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May all the wonderful memories comfort you in the coming days.
Larry Farmer
September 24, 2009
My condolences to the family of Ronnie Holbrook, He was a fine man, and it was my pleasure to know him.
Eddie & Cindy Minnix
September 24, 2009
Ronnie will be missed by so, so many people. He blessed everyone by just being a friend. He was always so kind and caring. I thank God that He gave us a friend like Ronnie. I am sure that Ronnie is at God's side now offering his assistance in anything that God needs him to do.
Terry and Dee Akers
September 23, 2009
Ronnie,Ashley & family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss. Ronnie will live forever in your heart. Ronnie was one of the best. Love to all.
Fred & Junette Dinger
September 23, 2009
Brian & Lori,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Thoughts and Prayers,
Fred & Junette
Jeff Browning
September 23, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Khristy (Matthews) Shelley
September 23, 2009
Brian and family
Sorry to hear about Ronnie. He was a good man and will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
Allen and Deborah Tibbs
September 23, 2009
We are so sad to hear of Ronnie's passing. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
JIM & FREDA WALKER STEVENSON
September 23, 2009
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.
DEBBIE & EARL BECK
September 23, 2009
DEAR CHERYL AND FAMILY
I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RONNIE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Cyndi White
September 23, 2009
I was so sorry to read of Ronnie's death. He was such a kind and decent man and touched the lives of many people. My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to you all.
Tom & Vickie Warden
September 23, 2009
Brian,
Your Dad was a good man and will be missed by many, but not as much as you will miss him, I'm sure. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Tom and Vickie Warden
Dublin, VA
Nathan Counts
September 23, 2009
Sorry i couldnt make it in to see the family. But i give my condolences and prayers to the family. Especially to Lil Ronnie. I will never forget the memories with Ronnie. spending summers at their house runnin wild with lil Ronnie as a kid. i Used to always look forward to going and staying with them...Ronnie is at peace and is finally resting and no longer in pain. He will always be remembered and loved. Nathan & Staci Counts..Salem,va.
Jenny Raley
September 23, 2009
I remember Ronnie as a hardworking, family-loving, compassionate man with a heart of gold. He touched the lives of everyone he encountered and his grin could warm the coldest of hearts. Ronnie was one of the most genuine people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to his family. May God comfort you now and in the coming months.
September 23, 2009
Brian, Lori and boys,
Please know that you are in our thoughts. May the Lord be with you during this trying time and may your memories be your comfort.
Glenn, Paula and Chase Illig
Steve & Carolyn Bennett
September 23, 2009
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
Betty Bennett-Gilley
September 23, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Craig & Margie Boothe
September 23, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Amalia Lawrence
September 22, 2009
To the Holbrook Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. He was always such a friendly and nice man to everyone he met. May God give you peace and strength at this time.
Sincerely,
Mark and Amalia Lawrence
Bluefield, Va.
Rick Akers
September 22, 2009
So sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. He was a wonderful man who left behind a legacy like no other. He was kind to those who knew him, and even nice to those who didn't. He never met a stranger. my deepest sympathy
Tammy Akers
September 22, 2009
Brian, Lori and Family,
We are sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. They say the people in this world who truly are a blessing are always taken far too soon from us. There was always something to learn from Ronnie and the way he was so willing to help those around him. I will miss seeing his smiling face at Graham Mart. I am sorry we wont be able to make it to the service but I am out of town working. Please know you guys are in our thoughts and prayers. As he would say call if you need me..... Tammy Akers, Christina, Dominick, Devon and Chris Briley
Jenny Raley
September 22, 2009
I believe Ronnie touched the lives of every person he encountered. He was a hardworking, family-loving, compassionate man who never met a stranger. His grin could warm even the coldest of hearts and he was always wanting to help his fellow man. Never have I heard someone with a harsh word to say about him. These are just a few of the memories I have of Ronnie. Although his family is left to mourn his death, remember his legacy and the lives he touched. Let us all take heart in knowing the instant he left this earth, he breathed the same breath as Jesus! What a beautiful Homecoming!
Stacy Lovell
September 22, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Harold Hogge
September 22, 2009
Eleanor and Harold Hogge in Alabama have the deepest sympathy for Ronnie,as friends of his mother and sister Wanda, and Noreen Honaker, our daughter,our hearts go out to them,may GOD forever keep Ronnie in his love.
Mike Johnson
September 22, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole famliy in the loss of Ronnie. He will be greatly missed. Mike Johnson and family, Bluefield, Virginia
Montcalm Middle Coaching Staff and players
September 22, 2009
May god bless each of you and give you the strength to carry on. God bless you Andy, you sure have been missed this week. We send out our deepest sympathy to you. You all are in our thoughts and prayers, Montcalm Middle School football Coaches, Coach Matney, Coach J, Coach D and all of Andy's team mates..
September 22, 2009
HOLBROOK FAMILY,
WE ARE SO DEEPLY HURT TO HEAR ABOUT RONNIE'S PASSING BUT SO BLESSED TO KNOW HIM. THIS WAS ONE OF THE BEST MEN WALKING ON THE FACE OF THIS EARTH TO EVERYONE THAT KNOWED HIM AND IT SHOWS BY THE RESPONSE THAT THIS FAMILY IS GETTING. HE WAS A GIFT TO THIS EARTH FROM THE HEAVENS ABOVE. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE LITTLE PRANKS THAT HE WOULD DO OR PUT SOMEONE ELSE UP TO IT. THE SMILE ON HIS FACE WAS ONE THAT I WISH WE COULD SEE ON OTHER PEOPLE ON EARTH IN TODAYS TIME.HIS MOOD NEVER CHANGED OR THE WAY HE FELT TOWARDS PEOPLE IN HIS WORST TIMES. HE WAS MOST DEFENITLY A EXAMPLE WITH HIS WAYS TO ALL OF US. I WAS SO GLAD TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO CALL HIM A GOOD FRIEND. THE SAYING CALL ME IF YOU NEED ME WAS SO TOUCHING AFTER EVERTIME YOU SEEN HIM WAS SO TRUE AND HE MEANT EVERY WORD OF IT. MAY OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS BE WITH EACH AND EVERYONE ONE OF YOU IN THIS FAMILY AND ALL PEOPLE THAT KNEW HIM. WE ALL HAVE LOST A GOOD ONE FOR A WHILE UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN IN GODS HOUSE ABOVE.
THE GOINS FAMILY
BULL,KIM,JK AND BLAKE
jeff robinson
September 22, 2009
A friend that was always there for you,
a friend you could always count on,
a friend who was always glad to see you
a friend we all wish we could be
Ill miss you friend
Larry Dalton
September 22, 2009
Our deepest sympathy at your time of loss.
From the owner and contractors of Grasshoppers Lawn Care & Landscaping
Melvin Duncan
September 22, 2009
To the Family Of Ronnie Holbrook.One of my fondest memories of Ronnie was when I was working for Andy Kulchar and he sent me to meet Ronnie and he was the person to teach me how to run a wrecker .I will never forget it or him. I found it a honor to have known him.
When God molded Ronnie he molded the best. He was one of the most honest men I have ever met and he had a heart of gold..I'm pround to say he was my friend. My heart goes out to his family.
Clay Bowen
September 22, 2009
Ronnie and Ashley,
Sorry to hear of your loss.
September 22, 2009
IREMEMBER RONNIE WHEN HE WORKED FOR US AT TABOR MACHINE CO. HE WAS A GOOD MAN. BILL STAMPER
carl evans
September 22, 2009
our thoughts and prayers are with the holbrook family. we deeply regret your loss.
Tommy Walker
September 22, 2009
The things I'll remember about Ronnie are him always willing to be there if you needed him for anything, The fact I don't ever think I met anyone who wasn't his friend and even though he was sick he always asked me how I was feeling. Friends like Ronnie are far and few in life, I'll miss him.
sherry & winkle babbitt & asbury
September 22, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Mike and Gloria Goins
September 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jay Farrar
September 22, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep the entire Holbrook Family in my thoughts and prayers
Walter and Angie Ferguson
September 22, 2009
Ronnie was just a great and wonderful person. He will be missed so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family through this tough time. Ronnie always made you feel welcome and you knew you could always rely on him for anything. He had so many people that loved him and thought of him as there good friend. It was an honor to know him all these years. Ill never forget is famous cook-outs and how his big smile could light up the room. Our memories we have of Ronnie and your family will be in our hearts forever.
Michelle and Missy
September 22, 2009
Ronnie was a great person and will be sadly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
KAREN & JERRY RASI
September 22, 2009
THE WORLD WOULD BE A BETTER PLACE IF THERE WERE MORE PEOPLE LIKE RONNIE. HE WAS A GREAT PERSON AND WAS ALWAYS THERE TO LEND A HELPING HAND. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL HIS FAMILY.
Tammy Cox
September 22, 2009
Cheryl, Little Ronnie, Brian, and Mrs. Holbrook,
I am so sorry to hear about Ronnie's passing. I know the fight that he fought and I am glad that you had the time with him that you did. Ronnie was a good friend to Dad (Ronnie Scott) when he was alive.and as well to us. It was like they were brother's. I know how hard it was for Ronnie when dad died, but he was there for us when we needed him like a second dad. Ronnie liked to have fun, and enjoyed his fun. Ronnie had a good soul and a good heart, he will be missed. His fight is over and he can now have rest. Dad and Ronnie are together again in heaven where they can hang out and play pranks on one another and dont be suprised if they have some in store for us. you know how they were together. So I raize a glass and say a toast that heaven is now getting another good person to watch over us and protect us. Ronnie be at peace we love you and will miss you. Good by friend. Cheryl if you need any thing just ask.
Love Tammy
Cynthia Johnson Lester
September 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ashley Goodman
September 22, 2009
As we all know, Ronnie will be terribly missed. He was a special person that you cannot use one word to describe. He was friendly and humble and offered his help to everyone.
It was an honor to have him as a neighbor and a friend for so many years.
God bless all of his family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael & Sarah Kidd
September 22, 2009
We would like to send our thoughts and prayers out to your family. We wish we could be there for the visitation but know we are with you in spirit. Ronnie was such a wonderful man and will be missed dearly. We pray God will give you the courage and strength you need to get through this journey. In His Glory,
September 22, 2009
We are sad to hear of Ronnie's passing. He was a good friend of the Fire Department and always there to lend a hand when needed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in the days to come. God bless you and the family.
Bluefield Virginia Fire Department
Janet White Hansel
September 22, 2009
I am so sad to hear of Ronnie's passing. He was such a loving human being and was a person you were proud to call "friend". He was a great help to me over the years and he is someone who will never be forgotten. Sheryl, just know there are alot of people that will have you and your family in their thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. God bless you and your family in the coming days.
DREAMA, KERRY, SHALA, ERIC GAMMON
September 22, 2009
Ronnie:
Although you are not here with us no more..you was our "BEST FRIEND" many days and many nights were spent with great memories..you will never be forgotten and there will never be a good-bye..Just I will see ya in a little while.
There was not to many days in a year that we did not talk or speak that day, but you always knew that you was in our hearts..
I never knew that I would be writing you a see ya later note, but I am:
We loved you as family and you are in our heart and your family was so lucky to have a diamond in there family as you...
Many days of putting up hay..doctoring cattle...or just looking and walking the hill side or looking at the lake just to relieve some stress. The trips, the laughs, and now the sorrow. Our heart is broken...but I knew your wish and it was granted...
You took care of so many people and have so many friends..you were alot of people's "BEST FRIEND"...
You worked hard here on earth and your work is done. You fought a hard war and you won the battle...just like Dad and David.. and tell David our hay buddy Hello and say Hello to Daddy!
When you came to the church for dad...I never knew that I would be saying see ya later to my "ROCK" and 8 months later...See ya later and if you need me call me to our "BEST FRIEND"...Love ya Ronnie with all of our hearts! It's no pain and no rain in Heaven...R.I.P my dear buddy!
KERRY & DREAMA & SHALA GAMMON AND ERIC THOMPSON
Mary Woody
September 22, 2009
To the family Ronnie was a very dear and close friend of a lot of people,I know he was a great help to me when my husband passed away in Jan. of this year,friends like him are far and few,I loved him as a very dear friend and Im going to miss him but you know he is in heaven with my husband now and he is not suffering anymore. God Bless all of you!
September 22, 2009
We were so sorry to hear about Ronnie's passing, David enjoyed working with him at Tabors and also enjoyed running into him and catching up on old news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
David & Debbie Hale - Falls Mills, VA
Carla O'Dell
September 22, 2009
Mrs. Holbrook and Family,
The staff of Bluefield Hematology/Oncology would like to express our deepest sympathies for your loss. Mr. Holbrook was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. He spent many winters cleaning our parking lot and was always so friendly to us. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlotte Harrah
September 22, 2009
I will always cherish the blessing of having Ronnie Holbrook as someone who I could call a "true friend". The love I have for the Holbrook family can't be described in words.
Sheryl, I admire the strength you had to stand by Ronnie during all of the difficult times. A strength that came from your devoted love for him.
Anthony Carmella
September 22, 2009
Although I never had the chance to meet Ronnie, I feel like I knew him through his loving family. My deepest condolences to Louise, Phyllis, Wanda Wayne and the rest of the McFarland-Holbrook family. Ronnie will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Amanda and Heath Slaughter
September 22, 2009
The sorrow of the faithful
is not that of permanent loss,
but the tender sense of sadness
that comes in saying good-bye for now
to someone we love.
May today's sorrow give way
to the peace and
comfort of God's love.
Rodney&Misty Riffe
September 22, 2009
Sheryl and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. He was a great person and friend. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Anthony Carmella
September 22, 2009
Although I never had the chance to meet Ronnie, I felt like I knew him because of his loving family . My deepest condolences to Louise, Phyllis, Wanda, Wayne and the rest of the McFarland-Holbrook Family. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Ashley Fox
September 22, 2009
Ronnie and Ashley
So sorry to hear about Ronnie. My thoughts and prayer are with you.
Charles Sullivan
September 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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