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Ronald Smith Obituary
He was born July 7, 1964, in Montgomery, Alabama to the late Billy and Shirley (Cole) Smith. Ron grew up in Alabama and Virginia, and after graduating from high school, he was a singer for PTL (Praise the Lord Ministries), and Christian groups, Covenant, Lee Singers, and New Harvest, as well as attending Lee University and East Coast Bible College. On December 8, 2012, Ron married Barbara Branson at their home in Southaven, Mississippi.
He worked as a manager for several restoration companies in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Missouri, and was currently working at the Jefferson City location.
Ron loved the Lord and was devout in studying the Bible every day. He shared his ministry and spiritual guidance with thousands of people over the years relating to God's word, and from real life situations using teachings from the Bible. He served as a Director of Music and Youth Pastor at several Church of God churches located in Detroit, Virginia and Tennessee.
Ron and Barb enjoyed exploring the backroads and towns of many states, even seeing a sign on the side of the road while driving and deciding they wanted to go see what it was all about. If Ron wasn't taking pictures or telling "Dad" jokes (he should have a medal), you could find him cheering for his favorite team, Alabama Crimson Tide. "Roll Tide!"
Survivors include his wife, Barbara, two step-children, Crystal and Samantha Yates of Tennessee, three step grandchildren, Alyssa, Mariana and Connor, and brother, Rick Smith of Poplar Bluff, MO, and preceded in death by his brother Randy Smith.
Visitation will be Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Trimble Funeral Homes-Jefferson City. A celebration of Ron's life will take place at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will take place at a later date at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens.
Serves entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
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