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Ronald Speeks Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Ronald Coleman Speeks, age 80, passed away peacefully in his Knoxville home on Friday evening. Ronnie was a proud 1957 graduate of Rule High School where he excelled in track and chorus. He was a lifetime entertainer all over the United States. His career began with "Ronnie Speeks and his Elrods" and later known for his "Tribute to Elvis Shows" backed by a 16-piece orchestra. He was a member of Fairview Free Will Baptist Church in Heiskell, TN.
Preceded in death by his parents Jesse Mack and Ella Mae (Wolfenbarger) Speaks and all of his siblings: Clyde, Marie Brock, Delmer, Lester, Christine Hansard, Verlin "Red" & Patty Speaks.
Survived by his wife, Linda (Deal) Speeks; Daughters: Chris (Lester) Fritts, Suzie Monroe, & Sandra (Dave) McDonald; Granddaughters: Jessica Bear, Justine Fritts, Rachel Monroe & Megan McDonald; Great-Grandchildren: Elijah and Ashlyn Bear; Sister-in-laws: Geneva Speaks and Katheryn Speeks; Brother-in-laws: Dave (Linda), Larry (Darlene), and Tim Deal; and many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Ronnie personally wanted to thank all of his family, friends, fellow musicians and fans for their life-long support; he said you were the biggest blessings in his life. The family would like to say a special "thank you" to Amedisys Hospice staff for their support.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 8, 2018, from 6 - 8 pm at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, at 1 pm at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel with Rev. Ivan Kennedy officiating. Following the service, family and friends will proceed to Greenwood Cemetery for a 2:30 pm graveside service. Nephews and friends are honored to serve as pallbearers.
If you wish to make a donation in his honor, the family requests they be made to the American Heart Association, or American Cancer Society.
Please leave online condolences for the Speeks family at www.mynattfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Speeks
Sponsored by Mynatt Funeral Home, Inc. - Halls Chapel.
January 22, 2020
This past August (2019) in Memphis during Elvis Week I picked up an album entitled Ronnie Speeks Tribute to Elvis...I am currently a Elvis Tribute Artist myself and thought it would be neat to hear someone who was doing it way before myself. I decided to google Ronnie and was saddened to hear he had passed.
I will definitely keep the Album in my collection and give it a spin now and then.
My Condolences to Mr. Speeks family!
Sincerely,
David Lee
Birmingham, Alabama
Jimmy Sluder
May 11, 2018
I will always cherish the memories I got to share with you Ronnie. I know you will brighten heaven a little more like you did here on earth. Until we meet again may your soul rest with His Holy Peace. Jimmy Sluder
ROSEMARY FARMER
May 9, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
ROSEMARY FARMER
May 9, 2018
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.
Danny Lyons
May 8, 2018
So sorry to learn about the passing of Ronnie. I Knew his Uncle Red Speeks well. My heart goes out to the Speeks family.
May 8, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ronnie Speeks. He was truly a great entertainer. My condolences and prayers go out to his family and friends. Rest in peace my friend. Con.
American Heart Association
May 8, 2018
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Melissa Sandusky Lusby
May 8, 2018
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
David Sandusky
May 8, 2018
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Dottie Morton Knutie
May 8, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Steve Irwin
May 8, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patricia Sandusky
May 8, 2018
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.
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May
8
Visitation
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Mynatt Funeral Home, Inc. - Halls Chapel4131 E Emory Rd, Knoxville, TN 37938
May
9
Funeral service
1:00 p.m.
Mynatt Funeral Home, Inc. - Halls Chapel4131 E Emory Rd, Knoxville, TN 37938
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