News Death Notice
HOLYCROSS, Ronald Charles 60, of Springfield, passed away Friday, May 10, 2013. He was born April 3, 1953 in Urbana, the son of Kenneth E. Holycross Sr. and Earlene (Massie) Martinez. Mr. Holycross was retired from the United States Navy and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War. Survivors include two children; Shane (Amy) Howard, Fairborn and Shannon Holycross (Robert McBlane), Springfield, six grandchildren: Matthew Conway, Vanessa Spencer, Shannon Spencer, Christine Howard, Rachelle Holycross and John Diehl, three brothers; Dan (Kim) Holycross, Colorado, Kenneth (Genevieve) Holycross Jr., New Carlisle, David (Sandy) Holycross, Springfield, two sisters; Peggy (Tim) Tapia, Springfield, Dianne Williamson (Robert Perkins) South Charleston, half brother; Charles (Sharon) Langdon, Springfield, several nieces and nephews and his cherished Chihuahua; "Mini". He was preceded in death by a sister; Patty Chance, a brother; Ricky Holycross and his parents. Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Rick Clos officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery.
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It has been 8 years since you passed away. It still hurts everyday.
We miss you in ALL we do! We think of you constantly when the
little things in life remind us of things you taught or told us. Your
absence is felt by all of us regularly. No one could ever take your
place. We love you and we look forward to the day we will ALL be
reunited with each other.
Shane and Amy HOWARD
Family
May 12, 2021
As a child it seemed like Ron was always there, because his family was part of our family.We chased,rode bikes got in trouble togather.My Mom would scold him and his siblings and Earlene would scold me and my siblings.Many a time we covered for each others.Life put miles between us and we lost track.Last time I seen Ronnnie was in Calif.,he had Shannon with him she was young.She was his little girl and he truly loved her.I do wish we
had kept in touch.My prayers are with Rons family.
Ella
May 22, 2013
First off id like to say i am so greatful to have been able to know you ron and just to be able to be around you from time to time. It was good to talk to you at sierras birthday party. Im so sorry that you are gone. I know you are sadly missed already. I know there will never be another man in shannon and rachelles life like you, you were the best thing that could ever have happened to them, i am so sad for them and your family members. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Danielle and Duker Jackson
May 15, 2013
Ronnie, My cousin, Jerry, called and left me a message that you had passed. I've cried on and off since I heard the message. I've known you since 1974 and up to the last time I saw you, you were still hitting on me. You always knew how to make a girl feel beautiful. You were one of the sweetest guys I've ever known. You're in the company of Jay and Tim as great guys go. I will truly miss you...you meant a lot to me...more than you probably ever knew...Rita
Rita McElwain Hubbard Richards
May 14, 2013
I haven't seen Ron in many years. Remembering his loving heart, his smile, and his laughter... R.I.P. my friend...
Jani
May 14, 2013
I haven't seen Ron in many years. Remembering his loving heart, his smile, and his laughter...R.I.P. my friend...
Jani
May 14, 2013
Ron i'm going to miss you so much you are and will be missed dearly R.I.P ron love you.:(:(:(:(:(:(:( I feel a warmth around me
like your presence is so near,
And I close my eyes to visualize
your face when you were here,
I endure the times we spent together
and they are locked inside my heart,
For as long as I have those memories
we will never be apart,
Even though we cannot speak no more
my voice is always there,
Because every night before I sleep
I have you in my prayer.
jessica vance
May 14, 2013
sorry for ur loss!!!
angie
hewitt
May 13, 2013
Ronnie Souders
May 13, 2013
really sorry for your loss he was a lot of fun to be around didnt get to see him much later but he will still be missed david miller & family
May 13, 2013
Dad, you were the best Father any family could ever ask for. Always there not only for us whenever you were needed, but for countless others. I have never known anyone whose generosity, sencerity, and pure love for others that have inspired us more. You taught us so much about how to give more of ourselves to help others. Your will never truly die, because your memory lives on with all of us. There are no words to express the sorrow we all feel and the loss that we are now suffering. We love you forever and take condolence only in knowing you are resting peacefully, for we know you are a beautiful angel.
Shane & Amy Howard
May 13, 2013
Shannon and family,I am so sorry for your loss! You have my thoughts and prayers! This world has lost one of it's finest! RIP my dear,sweet friend!
May 13, 2013
So Sorry To Hear About Ron. He was a good person. He will be sadly missed.
Tanya Atkins
May 13, 2013
Wow uncle ron.I'm so sad to see u go a month after my mom.please keep her safe. I so glad you were a big part of my life. Ill always remember the great times we shared. Love ya always and forever.
Diana Mcdargh Ferrell
May 13, 2013
I will sadly miss you my dear friend! I didn't know you were so close to your journey home! R.I.P.
SHIRLEY HOLSTEIN
May 12, 2013
Family & friends r n my thoughts and prayers!!
May 12, 2013
thoughts and prayers are with the family! you will be missed dearly by so many! we love you! rip!
Elizabeth Tackett
May 12, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss!He was a good friend & and dad. I'ts been awhile since I've seen you or your dad, but I'm guessing he never changed.He helped me out in so many ways.My heart & prayers are with you all! Love Kay
kay
May 12, 2013
Tammy Matthews
May 12, 2013
Sending prayers to Shannon and family! Rest peacefully Ron...
Lisa Salyer
May 12, 2013
A really good guy, gonna miss ya Ronnie
Nancy Rollins
May 12, 2013
I love you dad. You meant the world to me and I feel so lost without you already. I know you will be watching over me Rachelle and john and you will still be protecting me.
shannon
May 12, 2013
my big brother,I will miss you so much
I will join you some day so we can praie God togather
Danny Holycross
May 12, 2013
So sorry for ur loss he will be missed! I remember all the good times we had as neighbors on high street and all the times he would flick out his false teeth to scar the crap out of Brucie! Just keep his memory alive that is how I get by day to day!
Becky Rogers
May 12, 2013
you will b sadly missed
love you Russell woodell
May 12, 2013
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