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Ronald Essary Obituary

ESSARY, RONALD LYNN - age 62 of Mascot passed away Monday, September 20, 2010, as a result of a tractor accident. Beloved husband, father, and pappaw. Member of Clear Springs Baptist Church. A dedicated employee of Ryder Truck Rental for over 40 years. Preceded in death by parents, Otto and Pauline Essary; and brother, Carroll Essary. Left to mourn his passing devoted wife, Nancy; daughters, Angela Walker and Kelly (Bert) Jones; and the light of his life, three grandchildren, Whitney, Keaton, and Cameron; brothers, Arnold (Kitty) Foster, Roger (Sharon) Essary; several nephews and nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 7:00 PM Friday, September 24, 2010, at Clear Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Chris Taylor officiating. Family and friends will meet 10:45 AM Saturday at Caledonia Cemetery for an 11:00 AM interment. Honorary pallbearers: Ron McMillan, Donnie Hatley, Wayne Galyon, R.J. Rose, Alvin Lawson, and the employees of Ryder Truck Rental. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Clear Springs Baptist Church, 3709 Clear Springs Road, Mascot, TN 37806. The family will receive friends 5:00-7:00 PM Friday at Clear Springs Baptist Church. Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, 865-523-4999. www.bridgesfuneralhome.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Sep. 22 to Sep. 24, 2010.

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John Gregory

September 24, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Dennis Kizer

September 24, 2010

I worked with Ron for 10 years and appreciated his work ethic ,frankness and the way he conducted his life.He will be missed by his fellow workers and customers.

There will never be another Ron .

Ginger Lee Counts

September 24, 2010

Nan and Family,
God opened the gates of Heaven and invited Ron in. May you all be granted peace in knowing that he is with God and that he will grant you peace in the days to come. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

martha bales

September 24, 2010

Angie,
May God's loving arms surround you and your family during this diffucult time ,

Martha Bales

Betty Craig

September 23, 2010

Kelly--so sorry to learn of the tragic death of your father. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty Craig

Laurie Craig

September 23, 2010

Kelly and family, my heart is breaking to hear of the loss of your daddy. You know I always said you were the son your father never had! I always thought a few of us needed to go to Kelly Camp which meant really learning from your dad about car maintenance and building or fixing things around the house. I know he is proud of you and all you have accomplished. It was a gift to be neighbors. Love to your mom, Bert and the rest of the family. You are in my prayers,

Susan Teffeteller

September 23, 2010

Angie and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you in your time of grief. May happy memories bring you comfort and heal your hearts.

September 23, 2010

Nancy we are praying for you and your family. It has been an honor to worship with you and Ron the past 11 years. Sam and Sharon Shell

Beverly Armstrong

September 23, 2010

Kelly and Angie & family: I am so sorry for your loss. May your belief in the Lord, help you in the days ahead. I will continue praying for you all! Bless your hearts!

Shannon Sharp

September 23, 2010

Kelly and family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Take heart that he will always be with you, the love that you shared will be carried on with you forever. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead, may your friends and family comfort you and Faith uphold you. I hope you hearts will always be filled the wonderful memories and family times you had together.

With heartfelt sympathy,

The Claiborne Family

September 23, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

CLINT HIBLER

September 23, 2010

Angie this is Clint & Lisa our prayers are for you and youre family in this hard time hold to God he's always there, our love and prayers to all

IVA HAYES

September 23, 2010

NANCY & FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR TRAGIC LOSS. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. LOVE, IVA AND FLOYD HAYES

David & Regenia Stiles

September 22, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

September 22, 2010

nancy you and the girls might not remember us about 35 years ago we lived out in bowlings house.and you were all super nice to my girls whom got locked out of the house while we were at work.may GOD soothe your hearts

Pam (and Miranda Sherritze) Kennedy

September 22, 2010

Kelly, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayes are with you and your family. My God comfort you!

Paula Millsaps

September 22, 2010

Angie, I am so sorry. Please know I love you and you and your family are in our prayers.

Rhonda Holcomb

September 22, 2010

Kelly,
So sorry to hear about your dad. Will be praying for you and your family. I know that you were the son your dad never had and you will miss him like crazy. You will see him again some day in God's time.

Rhonda Holcomb

September 22, 2010

Kelly,
I will be praying for you and your family during this time of sorrow. I know that you were the son your dad never had and that you will miss him like crazy. Know that someday you will see him again. May God give you peace until then.

September 22, 2010

Angie, I am deeply sorry about your father's accident. I pray for strength and courage for you and your family. May God bless you!

Love and prayers,
Carolyn Rutherford

September 22, 2010

What a wonderful man. I always enjoyed Ron's company, he was a man of intregrity who will be missed by all who knew him. May God's grace be with your family during this difficult period.
Larry Trotterchaud
Teamsters Local 519

September 22, 2010

Nancy and Family:

I am so sorry to hear about Ronnie. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Holly Ellis Wells

Nancy Dearolf

September 22, 2010

Angie,
My sincerest and deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult and sad time. Please know that you are in my prayers.

barbara chamberlain

September 22, 2010

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. ron was such a nice man. he will be deeply missed. God bless all of your family. Kelly Nancy and Angie. We love you and pray for comfort during this time. Ronnie and Barbara Chamberlain

Tammy Canant

September 22, 2010

Angie,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will give you all peace and strength during this difficult time.

Becky Bell

September 22, 2010

My prayers are with all of you. I always thought the world of Ron. He was a good husband and father, one to look up to and admire. Nancy,Angie and Kelly, may God bless you and keep you during this difficult time. Love,
Becky Bell (Kimber and Deborah's mom)

Robin Smith

September 22, 2010

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Ron will certainly be missed here at Ryder.

Gary & Cathy Branch

September 22, 2010

May God give the family the comfort they need during this time of loss. Our prayers are with you.

September 22, 2010

Kelly,
Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I haven't seen you in years (we worked together at Maurices) but wanted you to know I am praying for you and your family in this time of need. May GOD hold you close and give you the peace only he can. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5 v 8.
Love and Prayers,
Michelle Case

MARVIN & KATHY MITCHELL

September 22, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Patrick McGuire

September 22, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Essary Family on the loss of Ron. He will be remembered for his dedication to Ryder and missed by all who knew him. God Bless
Patrick McGuire- Director of Operations- Ryder Ststem, Inc.

Bruce & Sue Jarnagin

September 22, 2010

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

Steve & Donna Carmichael

September 22, 2010

We are thinking and praying for your family. He will be sadly missed by Kevin, Gina and the kids.

c&c harrell

September 22, 2010

Words cannot express our sorrow for you.We love you all very much. Praying that God will give you strength to live in the days ahead. Love, Connie and Carol Harrell

Mitch Platt

September 22, 2010

I am thankful to have known Ron for these two short years. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

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