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1951
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2014
Ronald Eckerman Obituary
Ron, known to his close friends and family as "Ronnie", was born in Houston and spent over 30 years in Los Angeles, California.
He had a successful career in the music industry in concert lighting and artist management, and toured with many musical acts in the 1970's and 1980's.
His departure has left a void in the hearts of those who knew him and loved him. He will be fondly remembered and terribly missed until we one day join him in eternal life.
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william s clayton
May 9, 2023
I'll never forget Ron taking time out of his busy schedule with Lynyrd Skynyrd to bring a PA system and Light system to Klein High School for our Battle of the Bands. He made us sound so good the other bands left once they heard us.
Eric Young
May 9, 2022
Ron, l was in a store earlier today, & l heard the song "HAPPY" streaming through the speakers for the 1st time in many years. It felt like a tap on my shoulder. lt immediately brought me back to another chapter in my life and l naturally, with great fondness thought of you and Carolyn. I love you guys. ~ Eric
May 9, 2020
Forever in my heart and mind . Continued Prayers
Bill Clayton
May 9, 2019
He took time out of his busy schedule to bring a sound and light system to our highschool for a battle of the bands I played in. He didn't charge us a dime. Just a good caring person!
Wendy GLASSCOCK
May 26, 2014
I was blessed to have met Ron. Carolyn, thank you for being his touchstone!!!
Mark Mize
May 20, 2014
I never met Ronnie but I felt like I knew him through his book, Turn It Up!. I really loved it and I will always miss him.
Don Davenport
May 17, 2014
Rest in peace.
Janene Kruis
May 15, 2014
Peace be with you in Rock& Roll heaven!!!
R D
May 15, 2014
Thoughts & prayers to Ron's family
Darcy Schindler
May 15, 2014
Ron, you made us laugh even when you were at your worst. You touched the lives of so many and will be missed dearly. Sending up prayers to loved ones left behind... RIP and God Bless.
Tom Hills
May 15, 2014
I never met Ron but emailed with him about his book "Turn It Up" and he was always so kind to me. Praying for his friends and family. Rest in Peace Ron.
Tracy Butler
May 15, 2014
Thinking of you BeBe and Carolyn. It was a pleasure to know Ronnie and enjoyed it when he joined us playing poker in our ladies poker group. He always made us laugh.
Deedie Gentry
May 15, 2014
Bibi, Troy and Family,
So sorry to hear of this loss. I know your hearts are heavy. May the Lord give you the comfort and strength to endure your loss.
Joseph Young
May 14, 2014
A great man to rock and roll will be missed....
Ron & Cathy Weaver
May 14, 2014
So sad....Sorry, Carolyn and all concerned....God bless all and Ron's soul...He was a good man, for sure!!!
May 14, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Denise Zuniga
May 14, 2014
I met Ron through my cousins, Eric and Jason Young. Just in the short time I got to know Ron, I found him to be an exceptional human being and I am so glad that my cousins were so blessed to have Ron in his life. My prayers go out to his family. Rock 'n' Roll heaven just go one hell of a manager!
WILLIAM CLAYTON
May 14, 2014
Ron helped us out in High School running a light and sound show for us at a battle of the bands, for free out of kindness. RIP, Fly High Freebird!
kristine lee
May 14, 2014
God Bless, so sorry for your loss Ron will be missed always and forever. Fly high Freebird with the angels.
lason young
May 14, 2014
Ron Me and my brother will miss you and will never stop thinking of you..thanks for believing in us and being there for us and we will meet when its time :)
May 14, 2014
Carolyn,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Michaela Cassin
Teri Malone
May 14, 2014
Carolyn my heart goes out to you. When Ron was diagnosed, everyone prayed, everyone cared, and their lives continued as usual but YOU - your entire life came to a screeching halt and you gave up a career and time with your family to take care of Ron. We know what you sacrificed. Your daughter needed her mommy as her boyfriend had just died when Ron was diagnosed , but she selflessly allowed you to go and take care of Ron.
You could have continued working and hired a caregiver. But you loved him too much to be away from him to even go do anything fun or to get away for a minute.
Thank you so much for the Facebook updates to inform us about Ron's illness and the hilarious videos . I can't believe he remained a comedian until the end. Such a positive attitude.
Carolyn we know the main reason you kept us updated on Facebook was because that's the best way to inform thousands of people at a time to PRAY. I believe those prayers kept him alive.
Know that Ron is going to take care of you the rest of your life because you took care of him.
I don't know you that well but You made it clear one time that you don't talk politics or religion on Facebook but you don't have too because your actions and giving up a year of your life , giving up a job, friends and family - you don't have to tell us Carolynn you are what Jesus Christ was all about. May Jesus give you peace during this time of grief and know that He and Ron are watching over you. God bless!
Wanda & Gary Brandt
May 14, 2014
Ron my friend you will be missed by everyone who's lives you have touched . But we know your in a better place my friend and soaring high above Free Bird. We will so miss you. R.I.P. Ron Your friends ,
Vicki Sievert
May 14, 2014
Peaceful slumber
Robert Miller
May 14, 2014
Ron will be missed by all, I never met Ron, but Artimus has always spoke highly of him and shared many stories of those skynyrd days. He is now with all of his friends who have been waiting on him in the greatest venue. RVZ, Allen, Steve, Cassie, and Billy are tuning up and Ron,s setting up the show. Prayers for all
cherry garcia
May 14, 2014
Ronnie touched everyone's life whom he came into contact with...His humor and kind spirit throughout his ordeal is to be remembered by the rest of us. R.I.P. Ron Eckerman
kaye morgan
May 14, 2014
Ron...you and I became friends on facebook and all that time you never once acted better or above you always had time..You and Carolyn have taught me much in this time about life ,about courage , and the ability to endure.. I love you both thank you for the life lesson my friend ,until we meet again .
Whiskey
May 14, 2014
Fly On FreeBird!!!!
Sheri Freeman
May 14, 2014
Ronnie, I miss you very much. I will never for get you My Friend. Carolyn is such a Angle, but you already knew that. God bless you Ronnie, Carolyn your in my Prayers 24/7/ Fly Free Freebird your Home <3
Darlene Bloomer
May 14, 2014
Ronnie, you will be in our hearts forever
Michael McPhail
May 14, 2014
I can remember the many times you said "Don't give up - keep trying" and "I got it". Your love and friendship will most certainly be missed along with your kind and generous spirit. Ronnie will always be a part of my life and I will always remember his smiling face and cheerful approach to life in good times and bad. Your spirit is right here with us even now. I love you Ronnie.
John Eastwood
May 14, 2014
God Bless You and Yours Ronnie.. Hope your fishing with Ronnie Van Zant and Laughing together... Peace is yours and Eternal Life is yours.....
Eric Young
May 14, 2014
Ron, You & Carolyn have enriched our lives with your friendship. We love you brother, & you'll forever be with us, in our hearts, & in our music. <3 Eric
Susan Mclaren
May 14, 2014
Ron, You now have your Angel wings and can soar high with all the Angel's in Heaven. You will be missed so much here on Earth ! We will meet again! Be at peace friend ! You were a fine man! Love You Much ! Susan McLaren & Family !
Michelle Miller
May 13, 2014
I light this candle in remembrance of a great gentleman.
Michelle Miller
May 13, 2014
You were a friend, boss, mentor and one of the cheeriest people I have ever known. It was an honor for me to work for you and I will always remember you r kind, witty spirit. Miss you. Love you.
mike anders
May 13, 2014
I just purchased and read the book turn it up and its a great book. I never had the pleasure of meeting ron but I listened to him on the internet doing interviews about this book and his time on the road with the original lynyrd skynyrd back in the 70s. rip long live the bird
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