Ronald Harrison

Ronald E. Harrison VIRGINIA BEACH - Ronald Edward "Ronnie" Harrison passed away Aug. 11, 2009, after a long battle with Lewy body dementia. He was born in Norfolk, Sept. 18, 1937, the son of John and Grace Harrison. He was a graduate of Maury High School in Norfolk, and he was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Ronnie worked as a manager for Smith Corona and an electronics technician for Electronic Systems. Ronnie was an active member of Wycliffe Presbyterian Church serving as an elder, youth sponsor, and Sunday school teacher. His gentle, dedicated spirit will be missed there. A dedicated husband, father, son and brother, as well as an enthusiastic NASCAR fan, he had a passion of cars and airplanes. Ronnie was first a child of God and known for his great faith in Jesus Christ. He is survived and missed greatly by his children, Wayne Harrison and Sandy Tye; his two grandsons, Jack and Harrison Tye; his brother, Doug Harrison and his wife Joyce and their children; his Uncle Wally Havens and his cousin, Jannie Rogers, his Uncle Bobby Sanford and his wife Betsy. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Jeri; and his beloved parents, John and Grace. A memorial service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Spring Branch Community Church on Great Neck Road. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Union Mission, 130 Brooke Ave., Norfolk, VA 23510, his favorite charity. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. "But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15 Online condolences may be made at hdoliver.com.