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Ronald Maddox Obituary
Mr. Maddox, 62, of Charlotte, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 30, 2009. He grew up in Rutherford County, NC and graduated from R.S. Central High School where he played football and made life-long friends.
He was a veteran of the US Army and was a retired computer technician for AT&T and Time Warner Technology. While in the Army he was an instructor for the Hawk Missile Systems in Germany. There he met and married his wife of 40 years, Ciadi. He loved his family and was a very dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. He was a true friend who had many friends and he never met a stranger. He was also a Bass Master for many years. He truly enjoyed fishing, hunting and the outdoors and according to his beloved family, he was never wrong!
He is survived by his wife, Ciadi Ciotti Maddox; daughters, Sonja Maddox Drury and husband, Ray of Charlotte; daughter, Monica Maddox Richey of Charlotte; mother, Flossie Chapman Geer of Rutherfordton; sisters, Pat Keeter and Brenda Geer, both of Rutherfordton; and grandchildren, Brecken Richey, age 10, Gabriella Drury, age 4 and Sophia Drury, age 3. He was preceded in death by his father, J.V. Geer and grandson, Maddox Drury.
Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 3, 2009 with a Memorial Service to follow at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Forest Lawn West Funeral and Cremation Service. Reverend John Perry will be presiding.
Arrangements are in the care of Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service. You may place condolences online at www.forestlawnwest.com or www.mem.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Maddox
July 9, 2009
Ron,was a good man and a nice man to work with-God bless your family Ron. Patty Church
Richard Bowers
July 4, 2009
Ms. Maddox and family,Ronnie and I grew up together.We hunted,fished,and camped as kids with my father in Rutherford county.I have a lot of great memories of being with Ronnie.I know you have great memories too,they will comfort you in days to come. With much respect and deepest sympathy.
Bob Freeman
July 4, 2009
My condolences go out to all of Ron's family. Ron and I worked together for a short time at AT&T when he and Footsie were loaned to our group at Golf Acres. I remember a warm, kind, fun-loving man. We enjoyed your hospitality when you hosted a company party at your lake house.
He will be missed.
Bob Freeman
July 3, 2009
Ciadi, Sonja and Monica, Mrs. Maddox, Pat and Brenda: I knew Ronnie all thru elementary and high school. I saw you last at a high school reunion. I want to offer my deepest sympathy, may God comfort you and give you peace. Ronnie was a fun person to know, Your memories of him will live forever.
Love, Ona (Donham) Kennedy, Winston Salem, N.C.
Lisa Scoggins Moody
July 3, 2009
Dearest Ciadi, Sonja and Monica,
Though many years have pasted since we last saw one another, my heart was forever touched by the deep love our families shared. With great sorrow I extend my heartfelt love and prayers to each of you. May our heavenly Father comfort and guide you through the power of the Holy Spirit and His Son Jesus Christ today and in the days to come; and may the fullness of Ronnie's Joy & Love be with you always.
Much Love, Peace & Joy,
The Moody Family
Lisa, Robby, Riley, Ella Claire & Camden
Kris Okoskey
July 3, 2009
Monica & Family...please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I know how close you all were -- how much you loved your Dad and how much he loved you -- and that he truly will be missed. Be sure to give everyone a big hug from me and let them know that I will be praying for you all. Much love, Kris
Sharon Beatty
July 2, 2009
Sonja and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fred & Linda Lowder
July 2, 2009
Sonja, you & your whole family are in our thoughts and prayers. My prayer is for God to give you peace and strength through the days ahead. I am sending you a great big hug, love you, Freddy & Linda
July 2, 2009
Dear Sonja, Ciadi, Monica and extended family,
Our sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you. Ronnie had very endearing qualities and will be missed by many; may your fond memories sustain you during this time. Love Barbara (Mauney) Kirk & Carl Kirk
Christine Bogojevich
July 2, 2009
Sonja, Monica and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your many wonderful memories of your father help you through this very difficult time.
Nick Jones
July 2, 2009
My family's thoughts and prayers go out to Ron's Family, and friends. I was so very lucky to have worked & played with Ron. He was always willing to help me out in life. I will truely miss him and his wisdom will stay with me.
Nick, Jennifer, & the boys.
Bob Howell
July 2, 2009
You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Ronnie was one of my closed friends growing up, I will always cherish those memories of the good times we shared. May God comfort you in the days ahead, look to Him for your strength during this time of need. Sorry I can't be with you tomorrow.
Greg Doi
July 2, 2009
Dear Monica and familly,
My prayers and thoughts go out to all of you; may your memories of him bring you comfort.
"The only thing you take with you when you're gone is what you leave behind"
John Allston
Tom DiBenedetto
July 2, 2009
I wanted to express my condolences to all of Ron's family. We worked together at Time Warner, and consider myself fortunate to have known Ron as both a coworker and a friend. May God bless all of you at this difficult time
Brenda Plumley
July 2, 2009
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Our families have been intwined together for more years than I can count. May God Bless you all in this time. look to him for strength, for He is the only way these things are are possible to endure.
We love you all like family.
Bill and Brenda Plumley
Gary Mauney
July 2, 2009
We'll miss Ronnie very much. He was like member of our family. What a vibrant guy. We're thinking about you, Ciadi, Sonja and Monica. All the best - Gary and Anna Mauney
Matt Warder
July 2, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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