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1948
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2019
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Ronald Hatcher Obituary
Staunton - Ronald Duane Hatcher, 70, husband of Janet Lee Hatcher, of Staunton, died Wednesday, April 3, 2019 in Albemarle County.
He was born September 5, 1948 in Peoria, Illinois, a son of the late Lilburn Duane and Agnes Ellen (McShane) Hatcher.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 7, 2019 in Marquis Memorial United Methodist Church by the Rev. Elizabeth von Trapp Walker, Pastor Scott Reese, and the Rev. Robert W. Sharp.
There will be a family graveside service on Monday, April 8, 2019 in Oak Lawn Mausoleum and Memory Gardens with masonic rites.
The family will receive friends following the service at the church on Sunday.
Memorials may be made to the Building Fund at Marquis Memorial United Methodist Church, 1614 W. Beverley Street, Staunton, VA 24401.
Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Condolences may be sent to the family and full obituary viewed at www.henryfuneralhome.net.
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Sue Shiflet
May 3, 2019
Dear Janet, Rick told me he spoke with you yesterday and found out that your husband had passed. We are so sorry for your loss & our hearts go out to you. Even though we never met your husband, he seems to have been a very outgoing guy. I bet he and Rick would have had a good time together. May the Lord bless you and comfort you in the days to come. We look forward to seeing you whenever we come to your place of business. I know Rick always enjoys hearing your voice when he calls. With our love and blessings, SUE & RICK SHIFLET
Bootsie Daniels
April 9, 2019
I loved Ron like a brother sometimes we didn't see eye to eye but we always got along, he will be missed!
Randy and Paula Hindert
April 9, 2019
Janet, and all the Hatcher family; I am shocked and deeply sorry to hear of the loss of my Cousin Ron. Although we had not seen each other in some time we kept in touch on the phone. I was always grateful that Ron would call my Mom in her last few years just to see how she was doing. I know he is going to be missed.
Our love goes out to you all
Sue Cooley
April 8, 2019
Sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying for you.
Dick and Sue Cooley
LaKeisha Jones
April 8, 2019
Laura and family,
So sorry to learn of the loss of Mr. Hatcher. My prayers are with you and your family for comfort during this difficult time.
Beth Bradshaw
April 8, 2019
Sally, Ray, and family,
May your precious memories help console you during this difficult time.
Thoughts and prayers,
Louie Finley
April 8, 2019
Janet, My Thoughts and Prayers are wit h the entire Family. I will miss his smiles and conversations during our many Carolina Gator golf outings.
Dale Simmons Kennedy
April 8, 2019
Ray and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Having been through this last week, I share your pain! Much love, hugs and prayers!
David Whedbee
April 7, 2019
Janet, I am so sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you and your family. I worked with Ron back in the 80s in Jamestown NY. He was a great guy who help me become a better sales person. He enjoyed life and spoke about you often. It was great to see both of you at SJ Borden and Mandys wedding 2015. He will be missed. Thinking of you
Kenny and Bonita Vance
April 7, 2019
We are very sorry for your loss. Kenny really enjoyed the times he had with Ron in the band, Blue Suede. He gave us alot of great memories and stories to share. Again we are very sorry that you and your family are having to deal with such a loss. You will be in our prayers.
Marion Fauver
April 6, 2019
Janet and family - Dicky and I hold a very special place in our hearts for Ron. We will always remember you and he checking on Dicky often, will always remember Ron lifting his friends up in prayer (asking others to pray on their behalf). His smile and caring were contagious - you always felt better after speaking with him. May your wonderful memories overflow your hearts with joy. May the peace of knowing he is with Jesus bring great comfort. Praying for strength for you all during this difficult time. The Fauvers
Leah Pack
April 6, 2019
Ronnie was a great neighbor, friend, and universal good guy! He was devoted to his family and had a ready smile for everyone! Staunton will surely miss his smile and friendliness, so will the Packs! Only man I ever knew who took his women shopping in a Richmond mall and he watched 3 movies in a row while they blasted the plastic! What was not to love?
Zeda Hartter
April 6, 2019
Ron was my cousin I was very shock on the news my prayers are with Cindy and Ray
Walt Sherwin
April 6, 2019
Janet, Lora sorry for your loss- Ron was a great advocate for athletics- on my last visit to Staunton we had a great talk about his coaching with me at Lee and his love of football- we also remembered our rabbit hunting trips to Luray.... Again I will always treasure time shared with Ron.
My Thoughts and prayers are sent to you
Michael Lacey
April 6, 2019
My deepest condolences go out to Ron's family have known Ron for several years and worked with him the last 31/2 years , I always enjoyed talking with Ron and catching up. He will GREATLY be missed by us all, may God give you his strength and peace in the days ahead. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
Kim Metje
April 6, 2019
Our hearts break with this news. Ron always had a smile to give with anyone and everyone. Thinking of his family.
Kim and Randy Metje
Pede Kier
April 6, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the Hatcher family. I can remember seeing Mr. Hatcher at many sporting events supporting Lora and watching games. May God surround you all with peace and comfort and may you forever cherish the many memories.
Bill Owensby
April 6, 2019
Remember Ron and myself working as Memorial Consultants for His Dad Duane who established Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Staunton. Have respected the Family for years. Sorry for the Familys Loss, you have my prayers at this sad time. May God Bless and Comfort you in His Comforting Arms. Sincerely Bill.
Barbara Black
April 6, 2019
Cindy, Ray & Sally, I'm so sorry for your loss. Ron was always larger than life to me! I saw him back around Christmas time & we had a great chat, mostly about Charles as I think about it. Sending you'all thoughts and prayers at this time. I'll never forget his beautiful smile!
Joe & Erika Payne
April 6, 2019
Sending love and prayers for the entire family. May God grant each of you peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.
Lynn Fogleman
April 6, 2019
I very sorry for your loss. Prayers sent
April 6, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family. May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time.
Dina Schifano
April 6, 2019
My deepest sympathies.
William Shaver
April 6, 2019
My deepest sympathies to Janet, Lora and the entire family. I was profoundly shocked to hear of Ron's passing. I will miss his smile at sporting events and every time that we crossed paths. I will truly miss him.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as process his loss and in the days, months and years ahead in this path we take called "life".
Sincerely,
William A. "Andy" Shaver
Leslie Hager
April 6, 2019
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Cathy Lawler
April 6, 2019
Uncle Ron was a special man! Always cheerful, smiling and made me laugh. He loved his family and it was so evident attending sporting events and getting together with them every chance he could. He will be missed by all of us but memories of him will never vanish. Love and prayer to Janet, Lora, Jeff, Madison and Hailey. RIP Uncle Ron.
April 6, 2019
We are saddened for you and have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Lauren Marshall
April 6, 2019
Laura, we are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Prayers to you and your family! The Bradleys (Michelle, bo, Avery & Cade)
Josh Hamilton
April 6, 2019
My heart is broken for the family, Ron was an amazing man. I could always look forward to a great conversation about sports just about anytime I ran into him. His support for the younger generation was unparalleled. I feel honored to have know him. RIP Big Daddy.
Bonnie Sheffield
April 6, 2019
To Janet and the Hatcher family so very sorry for your loss. You all have my deepest sympathy. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Frank Lucente
April 6, 2019
Ronnie was a great guy. I did business with him for many years and I remember he always had a smile on his face and he was very honorable and kind. After retirement it was always a pleasure to see him at the golf course and he seemed to enjoy seeing me which gave me great pleasure. I will miss that great smile and I am very sorry for your loss and for the communitys loss also. Sincerely Frank Lucente
Kirk Wade
April 6, 2019
So sorry for your loss Ray, Ron was a wonderful man. You and your family are in my prayers. May you all find Gods Peace and Comfort during this time.
Faron Tyree
April 6, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Billy Gale
April 6, 2019
To Ron Hatcher's Wife, Daughters , Brother and rest of his Family: I am so sorry to hear about the passing of such a great Man & good friend. .My thoughts and prayers are being sent out to you all.. R.I.P. Ron, you will be greatly missed..
Greg Sams
April 5, 2019
To the Hatcher family, so sorry for your loss! The world has lost a true gift. I was gifted to have been a friend of Rons. He always had a compassionate heart and would help anyone he could as he did for me! Prayers for all of you!
bill farrar
April 5, 2019
janet, and family there is no way to express your loss ron was a wounder person, he will be missed as a friend god bless you and your family
Barry and Holly Bland
April 5, 2019
Ron was one of the most amazing individuals that I ever had the chance to work with. God always has a reason for needing someone in heaven and although he has left this earth his spirit will always live on through the people is has touched so dearly.
Lori Beth Hazlett
April 5, 2019
We are so sadden to hear of Rons passing. He was such a great guy , would always give us huge hugs. Im grateful I was able to hug him and catch up a few weeks ago never imagining this. Many prayers to the family, Love, Kevin & Lori Beth Hazlett
Carolyn Dull
April 5, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Michael Whedbee
April 5, 2019
Janet, So sorry to hear about Rons passing. He was a good friend and mentor. I learned a lot from him. Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Mike & Lisa Whedbee
Carrie Little
April 5, 2019
Lora and Family,
So so sorry to hear about this incredibly sweet mans passing!!! He truely had the best heart and sweetest smile! What a privilege it was to ever met him! Love you all!!
Carrie, Mike, Cooper & Cohen Little
Lisa Kern-Beiler
April 5, 2019
Janet, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Kern Beiler
Bruce & Carrie Doyle
April 5, 2019
Lora & Family,
So sorry to hear of your Father's passing. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers. May all the memories you have help to get you through this difficult time.
Deirdre Ramsey
April 5, 2019
Lifting Janet, Laura, and the family up in prayer during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. I pray you find strength in the Lord as time goes on.
Cindy Stinespring Knapp
April 5, 2019
My thoughts and prayers for the family during this time.
Kim Rohr
April 5, 2019
Heaven gained an amazing angel Wednesday afternoon and we lost an amazing man. It was as honor working with Ron in the good old Adelphia days He always took care of his girls as he called us and he was always bringing us stuff or getting us tickets to events. He always had a smile on his face and hed do anything for you. Hed reached out to me recently and given me words of encouragement in my fight against cancer and I am truly going to miss him. My heart goes out to the family at this unexpected loss and they are in my thoughts and prayers. Ron, my dear friend, Rest in peace and fly high my friend .. fly high! Love Kimmie Shifflett Rohr
Bernie Elmore
April 5, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Ron was such a super guy and will be missed by all.
Neal and Ann Hewitt
April 5, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Bennie Springel
April 5, 2019
Sorry for your loss Ron was a good person RIP my friend
Jaime Eavers-Ashby
April 5, 2019
I had the pleasure of interacting with Ron at Augusta Expo. Wonderful man! I am keeping all his family in my prayers. I am very sorry for your loss.
John Moses
April 5, 2019
Among his many friends, I think I am the poor man. I say this because I've only known Ron for a little over a year. We spent some time together as Timeless in practice sessions and concerts. From the first, I was attracted to Ron's friendliness. When I was physically ill, Ron would call and be very concerned. He even gave me a special suit so that I would look good for a music concert. He always seemed pleased to see me and extended his hand in friendship. All this after only a year of acquaintance. I wonder what it would have been like to have known Ron for 10, 20, or 30 years. Goodbye, dear friend. You will be sorely missed and impossible to replace.
Stephen Zeigler
April 5, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
George Taylor
April 5, 2019
Shocked and sadden to hear of the loss of my friend and brother. Janet and family, we are praying for all of you. Ron was a person who we all loved and enjoyed being around. He was a distinguished individual who was all about business and very serious about his music. He and I played in the same band in the past and recently. He was a solid and excellent drummer who got a joy out of playing- "he was great to play with!" I am missing my friend and there is a void now that will always remain. Our prayers goes out to the family that God will sustain you and keep you in his care. George Taylor & family.
Curtis VanFossen
April 5, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
It was a pleasure and a treasure to know such a wonderful man.
Bob and Carol Brydge
April 5, 2019
We live you dear friend. Wonderful memories to hold onto
George Taylor
April 5, 2019
To the family of Ronald D. Hatcher. My family sends prayers and condolences to you in the loss of your loved one. Ron was a friend and brother to me and i never met a nicer person. He was a kind and caring person who would do anything he could to help others. Ron and i played in the same bands and he was an excellent drummer who loved his music. Ron was a distinguished person who was all about business and always pleasant to be around. Words cannot express how shocked i was to hear of his passing; we had just practiced two days before and was looking forward to a future engagement. My heart is heavy and i am missing my friend. He is in God's hands now but his memories will live on in our hearts.
Rob Moffett
April 5, 2019
What an awesome man that I was fortunate enough to spend time with and call a great friend. He was so proud of Lora and her girls. I will miss him greatly and know that heaven has definitely gained a drummer boy. Lord ,may you please wrap your arms around his family and friends in this difficult time and those to come. Your power of Prayer, Mercy, and healing is sought today and forever more
Renee Miller
April 5, 2019
Janet, Lora and family -- Ron had such a gentle spirit - he will be missed. My heart hurts for you all. Please know we are thinking of you and holding you all up in prayer.
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