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Teresa Simmons
June 14, 2025
Thinking abt you as I always do around this time, and until Mid July . We were true blood, and when I needed you, you the busiest man in Brunswick County always had time for me.Will see you again. Our secret 911 code T.O.A.D.
Connie Evans
August 13, 2014
Ronald little did I know when I made the post to this page this morning that we would be eating BBQ Mullets for supper tonight. Cooked an extra one just for you I know if you were here that's what you would have been having for super tonight also. I will never forget you & every time we have mullets we will cook one for you..!! Love You Cuz until we are together in our other life..!!
Connie Evans
August 13, 2014
Ronald you will be missed by many. You will never be forgotten my cousin & my friend. As soon as them mullets show up this year we will cook an extra one just for you. Until the day we see one another again on those Golden Shores I will never forget you & Love you forever.. Rest In Peace Cuz..!!
Scot May
July 31, 2014
I was saddened to hear of Ronald'a death. My thoughts are with his family and close friends during this difficult time.
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Ginny McHenry
July 30, 2014
Thanks for being my friend. I love you and you knew it.
Ginny McHenry
Lizz Osborne-Williams
July 26, 2014
My thought and prayers go out to the family. I didn't keep in touch with Ron throughout the years but he was my very first date many years ago and I remember the sweet and adorable boy bagging groceries! RIP Ron! Maybe we will meet again some day.
July 24, 2014
You Were a Very Special Person and I know I can say we were all Blessed to have you in our lives. You always treated everyone the same no matter if they were Rich or Poor. You Could have acted the Big Shot if you wanted to, but, Not You. I wish this would at least inspire each person to think about how we treat one another. So This is not Good-Bye, but, I will See You Later! Have A Great Time Up There With the Family. When I get there I'll Send you CODE:T.O.A.D. So you'll Know it's Me!! Lol.
Marlene Varnam
July 23, 2014
Pauline and family, my prayers are with you during this time and the days ahead. also remembering Ronald as that little boy who got away from us on the field trip to the Museam in Raleigh and finding him eye balling the big snake.I will always remember the big bear hugs he had for Carson & me wherever and whenever he met up with us. With kind thoughts always.
July 21, 2014
No more hurt, or sorrow my friend. You are with The Lord of host and his angels. We will all have to bow before him that day. God bless my having to have known such a God loving man as you!
Ted and Martha Sauls
July 20, 2014
Our love to Ron's family.
July 20, 2014
May the God of comfort and peace keep you in the coming days. Sorry for your loss
Randy & Betty Carlyle
July 20, 2014
You have always been a great friend to me and my family !!!! You were always a great listener and you alway grave great advise ,,,, you will greatly be missed !!!
July 18, 2014
Our prayer is that God will give your family comfort in this most difficult time. May you rest in peace. Ron and Velva Jenkins
Delores Bryant
July 18, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Thank you for your service to our community. May you rest in peace.
keith Locklear Sr.
July 18, 2014
Rest in peace. From Mr.and Mrs. Keith Edward Locklear Sr.
Darlene Ray
July 18, 2014
My Prayers go out for Ronald's family.May you rest in peace.
Annie Simmons
July 18, 2014
I remember Ronald. He was so very sweet and he was such a gentleman. He touched so many hearts and lives everywhere. He had such a sweet smile.
Annie
Candice
July 18, 2014
RIP Mr. Ronald. Your family is in my prayers.
Deborah Beck
July 18, 2014
Ronald my dear friend and cousin, I will always remember our last visit 2 weeks before you left us to be with our Beloved Savior! You were so relaxed during our visit and we shared some laughs, you will be missed but thank you so much for sharing your life with us! You gave more than you got back! Tell my mom I love her!
christy hardee
July 17, 2014
ronald hewett family in my prayer he was a good person and he will be miss buy everybody and i am verry sorry but you gus are in my prayer
Linda Stevenson
July 17, 2014
My thoughts & prayers are with the family. God opened His arms & welcomed a very special angel named Ronald E. HEWETT. You fought a very hard fight. R.I.P. I will miss u.
Joyce Lowrimore
July 17, 2014
My prayers go out to Ronald':s family. May you all find a peace that passes all understanding.
Linda Smith
July 17, 2014
I pray God will cradle you in His loving arms with strength and love during this difficult time. No words or deeds can take away the hurting. Only time will help you accept the loss and begin new chapters in your lives. Ronald will always be with you. You have him in your hearts! My late husband, Max Smith, thought so much of Ronald. Spoke of him often.
Angie Hester
July 17, 2014
I am very proud to call you my cousin. You may be gone but you'll never be forgotten.
Shaneka Evans
July 17, 2014
My heart goes out to the family of Ronald E. Hewett during this difficult time. There wasn't a person in brunswick county he didn't try to help. May God bless you. Rest in peace<3
Carla Smith Watson
July 17, 2014
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Julie, Justin, Jessica and the family. I hope you find peace during this difficult time. You all are in mine as well as my family's thoughts and prayers.
Durina Keefer
July 16, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mr.Ronald you will be missed by all
July 16, 2014
Forrest & Pam Taylor and Family
Kenneth Cloaninger
July 16, 2014
I have always considered Ron a good friend of mine. I was a DARE officer with the Iredell County S.O. at the same time Ron was a DARE officer. We attended the National DARE Conference together in 1994. My most sincere condolences go out to the family. I would really like to attend his service if the family would consent. I can be contacted through a family member Holly Caison.
May you rest in peace brother.
Ed & Debbie McCafferty
July 16, 2014
My husband and I thought alot of Mr. Hewett. We looked forward every year seeing him in the Leland Christmas Parade. Even if he didn't know you well, he talked to you like he had known you forever. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. R.I.P. Mr. Hewett.
lori ward
July 16, 2014
my prayers and thoughts are with the family.may god bless all of yall during this time.the lord has called a good person to join him now.i thought the world of ronald i got to know him through the dare program when i wass in school.me and my family will miss him dearly.
Barry Grainger
July 16, 2014
Met Ronald first time when he came off Holden Beach with his bandana on and introduced himself as Sheriff Ronald Hewitt....I was scared speechless! Gonna miss a great guy and a good friend. From My Son, Rea and I, Barry Grainger.
Donna Baxter
July 16, 2014
Ronald yo u will be missed by a lot of people and I will be one of them. My prayer and my heart will be with your family. Rest in peace you have greatly deserve it.
Mary Phillips
July 16, 2014
Ronald thanks for everything that you have done to be so short you stood so tall love you man
Bobby Stanley
July 16, 2014
You're high sheriff in heaven now. God's "got your back". Thanks Ronald.
Doris Strickland
July 16, 2014
Please know you all have been in my prayers. I am so saddened by your loss. Make God comfort you and give the peace that only HE can give.
Kimberly Carte
July 16, 2014
I can't say anything, someone else hasn't already said. Ronald is going to be missed. Hard to believe he's gone. ~ my condolences to his family. Ms. Pauline, you are such a strong person. Keep your head up. So many loved Ronald and love you. ~ Kim Clemmons Carte & Gary Clemmons ( Levy and Hazel's children )
Mons LaFontaine
July 15, 2014
Miss Pauline, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. I am in Vermont for the summer and heard about Ronald from a phone call. My hearts breaks for you all. I first met Ronald when He worked at The Red and White. My children were small and it was hard to manage them and groceries, but every time He helped me to the car with them and would refuse to take a tip. He always had a smile and a kind word through the years whenever I saw him. I liked Ronald and respected him. May God bless you all.
Tracy Cheers -McKeithan
July 15, 2014
My prayers and love goes out to the family Ronald was a very good man and friend . He did a lot for Brunswick County . Words can't express the sadnee I fell special for his mother and children .
Judy Prescott
July 15, 2014
Ronald Hewett thank you for all the good things you did for Brunswick County. The good outweigh the bad by far. Martha Lee said it all which brought tears to my eyes. Like she said you were always there with Julie with a big smile for everyone. Never met a stranger. RIP my friend.
Melody Bellamy
July 15, 2014
Ronald Hewett will be missed by many. May God bless you and and your family during this tragic time. You will always have a place here... but for now its time to teach the angels to dance. See you on the other side :)
LeeAnn Ward
July 15, 2014
My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Hewett family. I had only met Mr. Hewett a couple of times but he was one of the sweetest people I had ever met. May he rest in peace. I think he was a fabulous person
Pat Maloney
July 15, 2014
Thank you for all the wonderful things you did for Brunswick County. The positives far outweigh the negatives. My condolences to family and friends.
Dr. Jeff Crabtree
July 15, 2014
I graduated West Brunswick High School Class of 1981 with Ronald. He was a friend and always one to encourage. May the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ fill those who remain and guide us all. Love to the family and friends! Dr. Jeff Crabtree, D. Min., WBHS Class 1981 Gone but not forgotten
Barbara Jones McLeod
July 15, 2014
May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow!
Ted Sanders
July 15, 2014
You always had a smile and big hello for me and my "family". I will remember this always.
My prayers for you and your family...
Rubye Barker
July 15, 2014
My prayers and sympathy to Ronald's family. Sad to hear this news. I am a former resident of Brunswick County.
Ronald was the sheriff during my time there. He was a good sheriff and worked to make the county a better place.
Debbie Newman
July 15, 2014
Ronald will be dearly missed. Special thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Debbie and Megan Newman
Delilah Smith
July 15, 2014
I will always love you and miss you . You were always so good to me .I am so glad you called me before this happened, so I could tell you that I love you . God please be with our family during this heart breaking time .You were always a dear cousin to me .GOD BLESS MY AUNT PAULINE AND YOUR CHILDREN .THEY ARE IN MY PRAYERS .
Dianna Adams
July 15, 2014
You will always be my hero.
Martha Lee
July 15, 2014
When they could have been home resting, nope instead....Ronald and Julie were sharing dinner with a table full of 80+ year old folks (some in wheel chairs), who loved hearing & laughing with Ron over the many funny stories he shared with them, and then listening to Ron and Julie sing to all of them.....wow, a great evening to remember. Unselfish is what he was. He was a giver! His home and his heart were always open to those that needed a shoulder to cry on or a strong arm to lean on or an ear to listen to or someone to share laughter and joy with. He believed God was his savior and told people he believed this, and his actions spoke louder. What a good-hearted man he was. He helped so many children and indigent folks & families out of bad sad situations using his personal time and his own personal funds (never asking for or ever taking a penny back). Many times he helped people and they never even knew who it was that helped them. He has thousands of friends and I don't think there is a funeral home anywhere that can hold them all. Not only did (and do) people love him but animals loved him too. Lord Mercy he could walk into a pasture, and start singing to Mark Saunder's horses, and they would run from across the pasture as fast as they could to reach his side. Dogs were the same way, loved him "gooder than Gold". Animals know when a person is good or bad. This man did so many wonderful things as Sheriff of Brunswick County. I'm glad I knew this wonderful kind-hearted gentleman, and my life is richer because I did, and I along with thousands of others will treasure his friendship always. Those that knew Ronald Hewett know where he is today....with his heavenly father.
I know his family's hearts are broken. But they can rest assured that on his journey through darkness toward the light that he held his mother, Julie, Jessica and Justin so close that when he reached his destination Jesus could see their images on his joy filled soul.
Ralph J Cumbie
July 15, 2014
Ronald and I worked closely when I was the Brunswick County schools substance Abuse Coordinator. We started the DARE program, gradually working it into all 5th grades throughout the county. Ronald Hewett was a natural. Smart, well liked, professional, and wonderful with children. I will always remember him. A part of all of us is gone. I love you Ron. Ralph J(Jeff) Cumbie
Rev.Ricky D. Hewett
July 14, 2014
Our loss is Heaven's gain .Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Amy Simmons
July 14, 2014
Ronald you were always good to me and my family... No more worries here on earth... Rest in Peace my dear friend ......
Ann Hales
July 14, 2014
Ronald was a good friend to my family for 30 yrs. He was a good man and a GREAT SHERIFF I would have voted for him again if he could have ran again. To his family I am so very sorry for your loss but please remember the good times and know he was very proud of Justin and Jessica and loved you very much May God bless all of you. RIP Ron
Lydia Dameron
July 14, 2014
I considered Ron a dear friend. When I lived in Brunswick County, I always felt his primary goal was to look after the residents of that county. We will only be perfect in Heaven, so I say to the family, please remember all the good that Ron did and know that he loved his family and his friends. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers and I picture him and Allan giving each other big hugs in Heaven.
Gloria Carlisle
July 14, 2014
Ronald I'm going to miss you. You were a wonderful cousin, fried and Sheriff to me . Love you always my friend
July 14, 2014
RIP Ronald Hewett. You will never be forgotten for all the good you did for this county. You will be missed by everyone that truly knew you. Prayers for the family. To the family, remember the good times and hold them close to your heart.
July 14, 2014
Ronald Hewett u served y'ur time on BOTH SIDES so R.I.P. (SHERIFF)
Annette H Simmons
July 14, 2014
Ronald was a great friend, relative, and Outstanding Sheriff..I've known him all my life. Ronald was well known to many people and touched the lives of more than we can count. He was there when my mom died and always had a kind word to say to people. Will miss you Ronald E. Hewett. Walk in the Peace and Happiness of God and that you and Moma are singing praises to God. She loved you like one of her own. Sending prayers for your family.
Your Friend, classmate, cousin although one time you said I was like a Sister to you..Annette Hewett Simmons
July 14, 2014
RONALD WAS LIKE FAMILY TO US HE LIVED ACROSS THE BRANCH FROM US HE CAME TO VISIT MAMA[LINNIE] REGULARLY HE WILL ALWAYS BE CHERISHED BY OUR FAMILY WE LOVE HIM VERY MUCH SO VERY SORRY FOR YOU THE FAMILY LOVE YOU DORIS MAE AND ELLA RAYE
Georgia Willett
July 14, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Ronald was a great person. He was my 1st sergeant at Brunswick Sheriff Dept when I first got out of BLET school in 1988. Despite all the difficulties he went through , he will always be remembered for all the good he did during his career.
E. C Gillie
July 14, 2014
Ron Hewett was a good man and we are saddened by his untimely passing. Rest in peace.
July 14, 2014
Ronald Hewett was a great person. my family and i have known him for over 20 years. he will be missed by all who knew and loved him. my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. rest in peace ronald
J. Andricak
July 14, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are with the Hewett family. May he now find peace in the arms of the Lord.
christi barrett
July 14, 2014
Ron was a great Sheriff and a great person. He will be missed by all. RIP Ron.
David Clark
July 14, 2014
Good job well done. Rest in Peace. Prayers for the family.
CYNTHIA LEONARD BRILEY
July 14, 2014
Ronald was a good person. He will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. My love and prayers go out to the family especially his mother and his children.
Tim Henkels
July 14, 2014
I will always think kindly of Ron Hewett. He was my instructor methodology instructor. You did good in this world Rest In Peace
Billy and Rosemary Rivenbark
July 14, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the Hewett family.Ron was just like the rest of us; human and flawed. Still, he helped a lot of people along his pathway of life. Thank you, Ron, rest in peace.
Cheryl Blackmon
July 14, 2014
Justin. so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
mar ann hewett
July 14, 2014
im so sorry for your loss.ronald was a good friend.he will always be remembred.you all are in my prayers
Fred Spruill
July 14, 2014
Friends Forever, I will miss you.
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