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Ronnie Ray Stevenson

FUNERAL HOME

Cook-Walden Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home

9700 Anderson Mill Road

Austin, Texas

Ronnie Stevenson Obituary

Ronnie Ray Stevenson July 29, 1957 - Aug. 12, 2011 After a swift 5 month battle with stomach cancer, Ronnie Ray Stevenson has been called to rejoice as part of God's Heavenly Choir. At 2:53 a.m. on Friday, August 12th, Ronnie passed in beautiful serenity at the age of 54, surrounded by people who love him, in a house built with love. A selfless man, unwavering in faith and kindness, Ronnie will be missed but fondly remembered as the perfect husband and a great father, son, brother and friend, among other titles. For his children, Ronnie was their Lion; strong, regal and forever fearless. His spirit lives on in their every breath. His cheerful humor and forgiving nature make for a man worthy of admiration and emulation. Ronnie is predeceased by his uncle and lifelong friend, Mike Schafer. Mike played a very significant role in the shaping of Ronnie into the man we love so dearly. Along the way, Mike taught him how to hunt, fish and golf. All of these pastimes are deeply woven into Ronnie's legacy and our memories of him. Ronnie is survived by his loving wife, Pam, with whom he shared a fulfilling 8 years of marriage and an active life on Red Dog Ranch in Liberty Hill, Texas. Additionally, he is survived by his parents, Saundra and Dr. Larry Stevenson; brothers Tony and Joel and their families; first wife Becky and their three children Tiffany, Kristin and Chad; step-daughters Amy Neely and April Behrens and their families, and a countless number of loyal friends and relatives. Ronnie was the owner of Stevenson Glass and Mirror in Liberty Hill and a 40 year veteran of the trade. He was a master of his craft; honest, loyal and driven. He shined brightest, though, when he sang. Ronnie was a lifelong singer and was a member of Central Sound Quartet, a gospel group and an amazing cast of people blessed with the gift of song. Ronnie's voice could sooth the soul. Thanks to an army of loving friends, Ronnie's final days with us on this Earth were full of peace and love. To Ron, Debbie and Jenna Luzzo, as well as Larry and Billie Kay Price, who opened up their homes and their hearts, you are undoubtedly sent by God. Thank you. To the Kirkwood family and the Kemp family, your amazing friendships with Ronnie are unmatched and will make for a grand reunion one day in Heaven. For those that knew Ronnie, there will be a Celebration Service in his name on Sunday, August 21st, 3:00 p.m. at Central Baptist Church in Round Rock. All are welcome to come share their memories and to celebrate the time we were blessed to have with him. Donations will be given to Hospice Austin. To share memories of Ronnie with his family, please visit www.cookwaldenchapelofthehills. com.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Aug. 17, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronnie Stevenson

17 Entries

Gary & Marian Garrard

September 11, 2011

Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Ronnie. He was an old friend, and a great man. We will all miss him.

August 22, 2011

August 22, 2011

I did not know Ronnie, yet it seems he was a remarkably admirable, upstanding man who brought joy to all who knew him. Pam is my cousin who I grew up with since childhood. Many wonderful memories together. I remember Pam telling us about Ronnie at a family reunion eight years ago. Her eyes sparkled, her face glowed and her smile was even more beautiful than ever. It was obvious she was very happy and of course it made all of us very happy for her as well.

Pam, your life together was cut short, but you are left with treasured memories that will remain in your heart and mind forever. The journey ahead will not be easy, but you will never be left alone. Family, friends, and mostly your God are walking beside you. Our heartfelt compassion and love go out to you and all who knew and loved your husband. He will be greatly missed, but his memory lives on.

God tells you, Pam, "In the time of trouble He will hide me in his pavillion, in the secret of his tabernacle shall He hide me. He shall set me upon a rock." Psalm 27:5

And for all us who grieve: "I will not leave you comfortless. I will come to you." John 14:18

All our love, Aunt Nettie, Sheila,and Frank

Chuck Bailey

August 20, 2011

Pam, We just returned from out of state and learned about Ronnie. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Chuck

Anthony Colella

August 19, 2011

You will be missed dearly.

Glenda Taylor

August 19, 2011

Pam,

Please accept my condelenses for the passing of your husband. I am sorry I never got to meet him.

Geneva Wheeless

August 19, 2011

Chad, Kristen and Tiffany, your Dad was one of a kind. Rarely do you meet a person with so many wonderful yet diverse qualities. I know what a pillar of strength he was to you and how much you will miss him. His many talents and gifts are in you. I feel very fortunate that I got to know such a great man in my lifetime. We shared lots of laughs and I will never forget you Ronnie Stevenson.

Pablo Larios

August 18, 2011

To all of Ronnie's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you, we are all very sorry about Ronnie's passing. Albeit brief, it was a pleasure getting to know Ronnie during the last few months. He could fill up a room with brightness. He will be greatly missed.

Patsy Jo (Cox) & Butch Grissom

August 17, 2011

Please know you are in our prayers, much love.

Casey Lovelace

August 17, 2011

I met Ronnie almost 30 years ago through the home building industry. The time went by too fast. I always enjoyed talking with Ronnie. Pam,every time we talked he always sang high praise of you. He was proud to be your husband. We always seemed to make each other laugh no matter the subject we could find some humor in it. He always did what he said he would do for me. He was one I could count on when the schedule was tight. Stevenson Glass did the finest of work. Quality work from a quality man. Ronnie will be missed.

Bettijo D'Arcy

August 17, 2011

Ronnie worked with our company and I know we will miss his wonderful smile and laugh, never had a bad thing to say. A joy to always see and I will pray for your family during this difficult time.

Chris (Boatright) Billingsley

August 17, 2011

Ronnie and I were childhood friends. We grew up together at Trinity. Even though I haven't seen him in many years, I've never forgotten him and I'll never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Joel Stevenson

August 17, 2011

I will miss you and will always remember all of our times together and will always remember the awesome big brother you have always been. Go rest high on that mountian, and i will see ya soon.

Jordan McMurtrey

August 17, 2011

"Love is stronger than death even though it can't stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can't separate people from love. It can't take away our memories either. In the end, life is stronger than death."

It was a pleasure to have met you and work with you. You are truly loved and missed.

Frank & Paula Davis

August 17, 2011

To the family of Ronnie. Our prayers & thoughts are with you. What a great man he turned out to be.I remember him as a 6 year old when we first came to Trinity Baptist Church and we will never forget him. We know he is singing with the angels in Heaven now.
God be with all of you

James "JB" Brown

August 17, 2011

I had the pleasure and enjoyment of working with Ronnie. He was one of the kindest, warmest, friendliest human beings I've ever been around. I knew he loved to sing and he'd always ask me to sing the western TV theme song "Ringo" with him. I kept telling him that I'd never heard it, but he kept singing it anyway. I can still see and hear his infectious smile and hearty chuckle. We'd also talk of eating at Top Notch hamburgers in "the day", both of us being old Austinites. What a cool guy. He was just fun to be around. I lost track of Ronnie after I left the place we both worked at, but always thought of him and wondered how and what he was doing. You don't often get that close to a co-worker, but with Ronnie you did. He was very similar in his demeanor and approach to people that Mike Shafer had. Both super classy and spiritual gentlemen. I'm sad Ronnie has gone home. I'll always fondly and warmly remember him. God continue to bless his remaining family.

Brad Kemp

August 17, 2011

We will miss you daily. Love ya buddy!

suzette graf

August 14, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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