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Ronnie Childers Obituary
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CHILDERS, Ronnie RONNIE LAMAR CHILDERS Ronnie Lamar Childers, of Roswell, passed away after an extended illness on November 29, 2012. He was born on October 25th, 1951 in Chamblee, and he graduated from Sprayberry High School in 1969. In the mid 1970's he established a successful hauling and grading business which he operated until his death. He was a dedicated member of Harmony Grove Baptist Church. Ronnie touched so many lives and had countless friends, you always wanted to be around him. His greatest hobby was to impersonate the legendary Elvis Presley and hosted numerous Elvis Presley theme concerts and parties on his property. He is survived by his loving wife, Tea Childers, Roswell; sisters, Melonee Bates, Cumming, Petrelia Ann Lawhorn, Roswell; father, JW "Red" Childers, Roswell; and niece Joy Thompson, Ball Ground. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors. Interment will follow at Green Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 3, 2012 from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, Ronnie Childers requested that donations be made to the American Cancer Society: P.O. Box 22718. Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or by phone 1-800-227-2345.
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Shelia
August 6, 2025
I wish I had been able to meet you Mr. Childers. Sounds like you had an eventful life full of laughter. You are still touching lives. A nice gentleman has gifted me with your records impersonating Elvis. I will cherish them. Rest in Peace.
Troy Evans
December 4, 2012
I was one of the caregivers for this wonderful gentleman. In the short time I knew him he made such an impression I will not soon forget him. Prayers to Te'a and the rest of his family.
Mark
December 3, 2012
I didn't know Ronnie, but I was a regular customer of Dunkin Donuts like him. I wish now that I took the time to speak with him. May he rest in peace.
December 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Ann Iha
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Randall & Linda Smith
December 2, 2012
We are lifiting your family up in Prayers. Ronnie was such a wonderful man. He had such a great personality and was such a pleasure to be around. We will definitely miss him and will cherish all the memories.
Dennis Anderson
December 2, 2012
Sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. Never saw him without a smile, and always something good to say. Truely will be missed.
December 2, 2012
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss. James 4:8
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