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Ronald Durham Obituary

Ronald Chivers Durham, a resident of Mandeville, LA since 1986, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 27, 2013. He was born Monday, September 26, 1932 in New Orleans, LA to Dan R. and Melba Reeves Durham. The beloved husband of Karen Doucet Durham, he is survived by his daughter - Elizabeth Reeves Durham; two sons - Keith C. Durham, his wife Desiree', and Disko B. Durham; one step-son, Ronald R. Thomas; one sister - Donna Durham Thomas and two grandsons - Vincent W. and Eli A. Durham. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers - Dan R., II and Richard P. Durham. Relatives and friends are invited to attend memorial services at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at St. Timothy United Methodist Church, 335 Asbury Dr. Mandeville, LA 70448. Visitation at the church will begin at 1:00 PM. Private committal services and interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org or by calling (800) 227-2345. To sign the family guestbook and offer condolences, please visit www.ejfieldingfh.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Oct. 29 to Oct. 31, 2013.

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November 17, 2013

Dear Karen, I was saddened to hear you & yours lost Ronnie. We are all remembering many good times together through the years. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Fondly, Carolyn Thalheim McCall Winston-Salem, NC

November 1, 2013

i have fond memories of Ronnie from his Newman years. I know my sister shared them.

My sympathies are with you.

Charlotte Parker Schenken

Murray Pitts

October 31, 2013

Dear Karen,
Ronnie was such a wonderful friend to our whole family. I'll always cherish his hilarious stories - especially about Chutney! We will miss him. Love, Murray

Karen Lindsey

October 30, 2013

Dear Karen and Family…

WOW - just can't believe it. Mr. Ronnie will always have a special place in my heart with all the years of planning and entertaining at Friends and the Wooden Boat Fest. You guys are something special. Hugs, Karen… Fond memories! And his smile, that sweet, shy smile!

Karen Lindsey

Carol Kerr-Borne

October 30, 2013

All my love and prayers to Mrs. D and the entire family. May God grant you peace and strength during this time.

October 30, 2013

WE ARE SENDING OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS TO EVERYONE IN THE DURHAM FAMILY...WITH FOND WONDERFUL MEMORIES
OF A VERY SPECIAL MAN!!!!

BITSY AND DAVID DUGGINS

October 30, 2013

He always thought of others. A dear man, Duane Page

Louise Lovich

October 30, 2013

I first met Ronnie and Karen when they owned Friend's Reataurant in Madisonville. Enjoyed several really great New Year's Eve parties there. Ronnie will be missed by many in St Tammany.

Royce Dunn

October 30, 2013

We will miss Ronnie and offer our deepest sympathy on his passing

Martha(Mackie) and Dudley Flanders

October 30, 2013

Bud and I are very sorry to hear of Ronnie's death. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Bill Dobson

October 30, 2013

What a special guy! Ronnie will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Karen and the Durham family.

Paul Angelle

October 30, 2013

I was saddened to hear of Ronnie's passing. I will always remember the times we had playing golf and chatting in the fore and aft afterwards.
I've said a prayer for him.

Jim Kiser

October 30, 2013

Ronnie,
I'll miss your ready wit and smiling demeanor.
Best wishes to the Durham family during this sad time.

Leah Wahl

October 29, 2013

Sincere condolences on the loss of Mr. Durham. May you find peace and comfort in your memories.

The Staff of E.J. Fielding Funeral Home

October 29, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Cathie and Larry Oggs

October 29, 2013

Ronny called us "Cuz," and Larry and I both had great times with him. He and Larry enjoying many games of gin rummy, and I being his doubles partner on the tennis court. Ronny loved a good time, and was a good friend. He will be missed by many.

Stephen Corkern

October 29, 2013

i send my deepest sympathy. ill always remember and cherish the years working with Mr D at Friends restaurant.
May you rest in peace.
May God bless you as well Mrs. D

Stephen Corkern

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