Ronald Otis Lively

Ronald Otis Lively obituary, Marietta, GA

Ronald Otis Lively

Ronald Lively Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Carmichael Funeral Homes - Smyrna on Sep. 27, 2023.

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Ronald Otis Lively, age 80 of Powder Springs, passed away Monday, September 25, 2023. A memorial service will be held 1 pm Friday, September 29, 2023 in the chapel of Carmichael Funeral Home in Smyrna. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Mr. Lively was born November 1, 1942 in Bremen, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents Buford Otis and Vivian Jackson Lively, and sisters Sylvia Sue Lively Barton and Marilynn Lively Mullins. Surviving are his loving wife Donna, daughters Lori Lynn Lively of Beverly Hills, CA, Robyn Elain Lively Johnson (Bart) of Burbank, CA, son Ronald Jason Lively of Heber City, UT, siblings Wanda Louise Harrison, Gloria Tyna Eberhart, twin brother Donald Buford Lively (Barbara Jean), Joseph Jackson Lively (Eloise), Spencer Lavoisier Lively (Judy), Connie Alinikoff (Artie), Michael Keith Lively (Becky), grandchildren Jake, Bo, and Luke Lively, Baylen, Kate, and Wyatt Johnson, and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Wellstar Tranquility Hospice at Cobb 4040 Hospital West Drive Austell, GA 30106. Carmichael Funeral Home in Smyrna is in charge of arrangements. www.carmichaelcares.com 770-435-4467
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September 30, 2023

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September 29, 2023

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September 27, 2023

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Jack and Serdalia Garner Green

September 30, 2023

May God comfort and bless his family in this time of sorrow. Ronnie's smile and sense of humor will always reside in my memory. Jackie and
Serdalia Garner Green

Carolyn Mauk Neal

September 29, 2023

Ronnie & I graduated together from West Haralson High.

Carmichael Funeral Homes

September 27, 2023

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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