Ronald Dan Shortes

Ronald Dan Shortes obituary, Big Spring, TX

Ronald Dan Shortes

Ronald Shortes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory - Midland on Nov. 4, 2025.

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Ronald Dan Shortes, 81, of Ackerly, passed away surrounded by his family and friends on November 3rd, 2025. Graveside services will be at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Ackerly Cemetery.
He was born in Big Spring, TX, to Vernon and Gladys Shortes on November 30, 1943. He had a long career in farming. Hobbies included fishing, traveling, and playing blackjack.
Surviving family includes a son, Russ Shortes of Austin, TX; a daughter, Danae Shortes Russell, and her husband, Michael Russell of Lubbock, TX; a loving companion, Lily Lovan of Ft. Worth, TX; a nephew, Kelley Shortes, and his wife, Chasity, of Lubbock, TX; and grandkids, Devanie and Lily Russell of Lubbock, TX.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Don Shortes.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com
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