Ronald Edward "Ron" Shirkey
Ronald Edward "Ron" Shirkey
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Johnson Funeral & Cremation Service in Bridgewater
208 S Main St, Bridgewater, VA 22812
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2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Oaklawn Cemetery
Corner of N Main St and Oakwood Drive, Bridgewater, VA 22812
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Ronald Shirkey Obituary
He was born on April 24, 1948 and was a son of the late Harold and Brownie (Caracofe) Shirkey.
Ron had worked for the town of bridgewater for 42 years and retired as the Assistant Town Manager. He was a member of numerous veterans and service club in the area.
Ronald was united in marriage on May 28, 1966 to Doris Diane (Fletcher) Shirkey who preceded him in death on October 15, 2018.
He is survived by his children, Jeffrey Shirkey, and Teresa Armentrout; sister, Karen Huffman and husband Tom; grandson, Tyler Armentrout; niece, Kristie Huffman; nephew, Shawn Huffman; and great nephew, Greyson Huffman.
A graveside service celebrating Ron's life will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM at OakLawn Cemetery with Rev Hollis Dodge officiating.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Johnson Funeral & Cremation Service in Bridgewater.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Rion-Bowman VFW Post #632, 450 Waterman Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22802.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at johnsonfs.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service in Bridgewater.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
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Visitation
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Johnson Funeral & Cremation Service in Bridgewater
208 S Main St, Bridgewater, VA 22812
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5
Graveside service
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Oaklawn Cemetery
Corner of N Main St and Oakwood Drive, Bridgewater, VA 22812
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Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service - BridgewaterOnly 1 day left for delivery to next service.