Ronald Shaylor Eads Sr.

Ronald Shaylor Eads Sr. obituary, Colombus, IN

Ronald Shaylor Eads Sr.

Ronald Eads Sr. Obituary

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Ronald Shaylor Eads Sr, 75 years old, passed away peacefully in his home September 18, 2025, pronounced death September 19, 2025. He was born in Benham Ky, July 22, 1950. 

Ron was loved by all that knew him. He could light up a room with his infectious smile. He was wise beyond years. He was always a helping hand to anyone who needed it. His love for music and playing the guitar was magical. The love he had for his family was fierce and unconditional. 

Ron is survived by his loving children: Lori (Kelly) Friend, Crystal Eads, George Chapman, Amanda Eads, Sean (Jessica) Chapman, Samantha (Matt) Eads, Ronald Eads; siblings: Glenda Ogle, Claude (Olene) Eads, Rodney (Sherry) Sturgill; grandchildren:Trey, A.j., Xzavier, Aaliyah, Kaylee, Jaden, Braiden, Nathan, Sophia, Jeremiah, Jenna, Nevaeh, Noah, Gabby, Dalton, Matthew, Bentley, and Rowen among many great grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his wife: Rhonda Eads; Parents: Cordelia Sturgill and Newt Eads; Children: Lisa (Eads) Satterfield; Siblings: James Eads, Shirley Asher; Grandchildren: Kaila Simmons, Tristan Jones, River Flynn; Former Wife Carolyn Adams.

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