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Ronald Estey Obituary

Ronald H. Estey III PORTSMOUTH - Ronald Hershey Estey III, 52, of the 5600 block of Greenfield Drive, passed away June 5, 2010 in a local hospital. Ronald was predeceased by his parents, Gladys W. Cordray and stepfather, Dr. Douglas R. Cordray. He is survived by is his father, Kenneth A. Estey of Sacramento, Calif.; sisters, Karen E. Estey and husband Craig Colombo of Columbia, N.C., and Laura E. Cordray of Portsmouth; a brother, Donald Louis Cordray; and three nephews, Mark A. Cordray, Noah Cordray Estey and Carson F. Colombo. Ronnie also leaves behind many old friends from the former Town Point Pub. A private burial will be held at a later date. Donation in his name may be made to the American Heart Association or Eastern Virginia Medical School Foundation. Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.lovingfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Jun. 7 to Jun. 8, 2010.

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Capt Brad Sarachman

February 7, 2011

You will be sorely missed Ronnie, the world is an emptier place without you.
My condolences to his family and all who loved him.
See you on the other side old friend.

ROSE LAUVER

June 23, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

John Cooper

June 14, 2010

Friends since 2nd grade it saddens me that you are gone

Jessie Chatman

June 10, 2010

I will miss you old friend. Hope to join you one day but not to soon

Debbie Rabel

June 9, 2010

I was heart broken when I heard of Ronnie's passing. It has taken some time to gather my thoughts. My prayers are with Karen, Laura, and Donald, and the rest of the family. Ronnie, I will always love you and keep your memory in my heart. You are resting in God's hands now.
Love and miss you cousin.

Avis Blow

June 9, 2010

May GOD keep you in his arms and comfort you during this time of sorrow. Ronnie was so sweet and just a fun loving person. He always greeted me with a hug and a kiss whenever he saw me. He will be missed.

Avis Britt Blow
JYHS Class of 1977

Cindy Madray

June 8, 2010

Just remembering all the weekends we spent at the Avon Motel on Hatteras Island, boy did he LOVE to fish!!! Good times. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.Ronnie you will be missed by many!

Bryce Irwin

June 8, 2010

Ronnie may your continued journey be as exciting as your life this time around and the joy you brought to the many that knew or had your acquaintance, sincerely from the soul ,LIFE.LOVE,LIGHT,Bryce Irwin, Tn

Lou Ann (Rushing) Heffington

June 8, 2010

Although it has many many years since I've seen Ronnie, I remember him being a great guy back at John Yeates. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Karen Estey

June 8, 2010

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Kimberly Loso

June 7, 2010

All of us will miss Ronnie. I will miss him alot.I loved him very much!
He was always there for my Mom and me.

Diane Gayle

June 7, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Ronnie's death. It has been so many years since I have seen him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief.

Karen Thompson

June 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with his friends that loved him dearly...he will always be in our memories...May God Bless You All

Virginia Corley

June 7, 2010

Ronnie will be missed by us all!! I loved him so and have an empty space in my heart. Hope that all of his friends can get through this terrible time!!! Love, Ginny

GOD Save The Sovereign State Of Virginia...The Capital Of The Great Confederacy....Stars And Bars Forever

Karen Thompson

June 7, 2010

The Goldings

June 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends. He was a good person and will be missed by all who were fortunate enough for him to have been in their lives.

Karen Thompson

June 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to Ronnie's FRIENDS...He was loved by alot of people...He will always be in our memories....

June 7, 2010

"Ronnie will be greatly missed, remembering the great times. My condolences to his family." Liz Stapp (Portsmouth, Va)

Beth Culpepper

June 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. He was a good friend. May all of the memories bring everyone comfort.

Tommy Holland

June 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Ronnie's family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all. Hold on to the good memories.

Linda Fay Kayse

June 7, 2010

Iam deeply sadden, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Ronnie lived life to the fullest, He was quite a Rebel, he will be missed by many ! He will live on in our memories, may yours bring you comfort. my deepest sympathies, Linda Fay Kayse

John Reid Laxton

June 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ginny Ligon

June 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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