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Ronald Jarnagin Obituary
Des Moines
Ronald W. Jarnagin, 81, passed away Monday, August 24, 2015 at the Veterans Hospital in Des Moines. A visitation will be held on August 30, 2015 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Prairie Meadows Skinner Ballroom. A private family burial of his cremains will be held at a later date.
Ron is the son of Forest and Florence Jarnagin, born on February 10, 1934 in Newton,Ia. Ron enlisted in the U.S. Navy following his high school graduation. Ron was employed by the Des Register and retired after 32 years. He then went to work as a security guard for Prairie Meadows and was in his 15th year. He was a very social person and enjoyed the many friends he made during that time.
Those left to cherish Ron's memory are his children, Vickie (Rick) Hegwood, Vonda (Ron) Taylor, Laurie (Jeff) Pierce, Susan Harrison, Becky Miller, Theresa (Doug) Krueger, Mike(Rak) Jarnagin and Tom Jarnagin; Ron's grandchildren, Brent (Kate) Hegwood, Jennie Hegwood, Ryan (Sara) Taylor, Amy (Michael) Herzog, Nick (Katie) Pierce, Alex Pierce (Joe), A.J. Pierce (Libby), Chris (Suen) Harrison, Quintin Harrison, Ashley (Nate) Richards, Tony Miller (Jenae), Jason Krueger, Chelsea Krueger, Brandon Jarnagin, Patrick Jarnagin, Marcus, and Angel; seventeen great grandchildren; and his brother, Robert Jarnagin.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; grandson, Justin W. Harrison; and his parents.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the "Wounded Warrior Project", the "Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund", or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Dennis, Brenda & Brock Bracewell
September 1, 2015
Most pleasant and caring lovely person at the entire Prairie Meadows. We will miss his smile and well-wish each time we stepped in and out of the paddock. Our sympathies are with you.
Bill Ryder
August 30, 2015
Vickie, Vonda and families, I'm sorry to learn of your father's passing. Best wishes for God's healing and comfort.
Bill Ryder
August 30, 2015
Vickie, Vonda and families, I'm sorry to learn of your father's passing. Beat wishes for God's healing and comfort.
Cammy Newton
August 30, 2015
Ron was a special man, whom I often called "Grandpa Ron". Working outside at Prairie Meadows, he would often walk by saying, "Cam, I'm going inside, do you need anything?" A recent memory of him is when I brought my 7 year old niece to the paddock to meet "Grandpa Ron", and he gave her a pair of white jockey goggles, that just so happened to match her outfit. She loved them and wore them all night! You will truly be missed! My thoughts are with his family and friends.
Brad and Mindy Hemba
August 29, 2015
We will miss his smiling face. Your family is in our prayers.
August 29, 2015
Most pleasant and caring lovely person at the entire Prairie Meadows. We will miss his smile and well-wish each time we stepped in and out of the paddock. Our sympathies are with you.
Tom Allen
August 29, 2015
Wonderful friend, will be missed at Prairie Meadows! All horsemen loved Ron.
Ray,Karon,Tristan,Chanlie & Logan Ashford
August 29, 2015
So sorry for your loss, you all are in our prayers.
Deb Moss
August 29, 2015
Ron was an incredible man. Working with him at Prairie Meadows he was always happy even on those hot miserable days. He knew everyone who walked threw that gate & was so good to the kids. He will be truly missed by many. God bless the family & I hope to see Ron in the paddock in the heavens.
Melvin and Candy Mitchell
August 29, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Janet landwier-ward
August 28, 2015
So sorry for your loss. You were so blessed to have such a wonderful dad. Thoughts are with you.
August 27, 2015
Think of you and your family at this difficult time. Dad's are special people and I know he will be missed very much. Share your memories and remember good times while spending time with family this week. Love, Jodi and Bob
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