Ernest Barden

BARDEN, Ernest Ronald "Ronnie," of Richmond, on December 30, 2010 at the age of 67. He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest James; and is survived by his mother, Katherine Mary. Mr. Barden is also survived by his wife of 47 years, Brenda; his son, Jeffrey; one brother, Richard; and two grandchildren. Ronnie retired from Reynolds Metals Can Machinery in 1999. He was a kind, gentle soul who will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of Mr. Barden may be made to the National Parkinson Foundation, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 5018, Hagerstown, Md. 21741 (or www.parkinson.org).


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.