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Ronnie was a man of unwavering dedication. He was married for 45 years to his loving wife, Mary, and devoted many years of service as a supervisor at Coca-Cola. Outside of work, Ronnie found joy in the outdoors, enjoying activities such as camping, fishing, and playing golf. A man of strong faith, he was a member of the missionary Baptist Church of Arkoma.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Waymon and Evelyn Raye Young, and his sister, Shirley Jean Smith.
Ronnie leaves behind a lasting legacy, remembered with love by his wife, Mary Young; his three children, Robin Lee Staser of Fort Smith, AR, Ronnie Joe Young and wife Jennifer of Alma, AR, and Heath Jamison and wife Tiffney of Pocola, OK; seven grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his two sisters, Mary Catherine Jones and husband Freddy of Arkoma, OK, and Judy Lynn Brown and husband Robbie of Arkoma, OK; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
A memorial service to honor Ronnie's life will be held on March 29, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Cornerstone Free Will Baptist Church in Roland, OK. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Lewis Funeral Chapel.
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Betty J Taylor
March 21, 2025
I worked with Ronnie at Coco-Cola for many years and loved all the visits we had when he would come off the route and I took are of his paperwork, he was so fun and such a kind person, he will be missed.
Sending hugs and prayers to all family.
Betty J Taylor
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Darrell Elliott
March 18, 2025
Ronnie was a good friend and I´ll always remember the good times we had working together.
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