of Westen Grove, AR
November 25, 1940 - September 5, 2016
Ronald Lee, born November 25, 1940, passed away suddenly at his home in Hasty, Arkansas, Monday, September 5, 2016, with the love of his life, Lyndia Greer Lee, by his side. Ron loved the old Lee family home place and from that he and Lyndia founded and established Leisurelee Hills Ranch, which came to be known as one of the largest and most beautiful cattle ranches in the area. Ron and Lyndia traveled the globe from Alaska, to Middle America, on to Europe, North Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and several islands in between.
Ron was well known as a pillar of the community and was a major cornerstone of the Lee family. He was respected by all who knew him as a man of great integrity and unwavering principles. His love for all children was never-ending. They put a smile on his face each and every day. He retired from Harrison Public Schools where he taught 5th and 6th grade Language Arts at Skyline Heights from 1967 to 1974. Then he worked for Security Bank from 1974 to 1986 at which time he went back into education. He taught 2nd and 3rd grades at Eagle Heights, and also was principal there, ending his career as 504 Director and P.E. instructor in 2004.
Ron gave 20 years of dedicated service and leadership as a member of the Board of Directors of Newton County Nursing Home where he served as chairman for many years. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and was selected to receive the Pillars of Solomon Award by Bluff Springs #103 for his outstanding service and dedication to the Lodge. He also served as Grand Master of Bluff Springs Lodge. He served on the ENCWA Board for several years. Ron loved the Lord and was a member and Trustee of Yardelle Chapel at Yardelle for many years.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Troy and Vesta (Robinson) Lee. He is survived by his devoted wife of fifty years, Lyndia; his uncle, W.R. "Jim" Lee and wife Shirley of Harrison; his aunts, Erma Lee of Hasty and Donna Lee of Harrison; his brother, Dr. Roy A. Lee of Harrison; his sisters, Jeannine Lee von Gonten and husband Charles of Houston, Texas and Sharon Lee Hope and husband Jerry of Harrison. Ron is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Verna Greer Sherrod and husband Fred of Village Mills, Texas, Rebecca Greer Rasnake of Jasper, and Carla Greer Akin and husband Steven of Athens, Texas.
Ron was especially close to his nieces and nephews, Shelly Lee Jaynes and husband Russ of Pasadena, Texas, Kevin Wayne Lee and wife Kristen of Tomball, Texas, Jason Allen Lee of Pearland, Texas, Cindy Hope Linn and husband Dr. Brian Linn of Harrison, Melissa Hope Johnston and husband Bryan of Harrison, Shannon Sherrod Pourmanafzadeh and husband Mark of Austin, Texas, Christy Sherrod White and husband Tim of Keller, Texas, Sheri Rasnake of Fort Worth, Texas, Paul Akin of Lubbock, Texas, Jacob Akin of Lubbock, Texas, Matthew Akin and wife Anete Bernava of Athens, Texas; and many grand-nieces and grand-nephews.
Funeral service was Friday, September 9, 2016, at Yardelle Chapel with Derwin Martin and Fred Sherrod officiating. Visitation was an one hour prior to the service.
Interment was in Sand Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Kevin Lee, Jason Lee, Russ Jaynes, Brian Linn, Bryan Johnston, Darren Johnston, Jed Campbell and Codey Johnston. Honorary pallbearers are Ron's friends and neighbors.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Newton County Nursing Home, 610 Court Street, Jasper, Arkansas 72641 or Yardelle Chapel, 416 AR 123, Western Grove, AR 72685.
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14 Condolence(s)
Greg Janski
Monday, September 12, 2016
Dear Lyndia,
I was sad to read about Ron's passing. I remember him well from my family's days at Harrison. Ron was a good man and you and Ron were always good friends to my Mom and Dad. I will always remember the days of summer when Ron managed the Harrison Public pool. He made sure I learned to swim and he hired me to work there one summer.
I pray that God will give you comfort and that you will know that you will see Ron again one day.
May God bless you,
Greg Janski
Judy Goodman
Sunday, September 11, 2016
Sharon and Jeannine,
I'm so sorry for the lost of your brother Ron. My thoughts and
prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and keep you.
Linda Bitner McLean
Friday, September 9, 2016
Dearest Lyndia, when I meet you over fifty years ago, I watched you stare into the eyes of the love of you life. Your relationship with Ron is an example of true unconditional love. Ron was one of the funniest persons I have ever met. I reckon he may even be in Heavan telling God a joke right now.
Love and Prayers,
Linda B.
John & Shirley Baughman
Friday, September 9, 2016
Lyndia, so sorry for your great loss, John And Ron were friends for many years. May God give you comfort at this time.
Patsy McBee
Friday, September 9, 2016
Lyndia and Family - So very sorry to hear about Ron and the loss of yet another friend and wonderful man. Just knowour prayers are with you and your family during this sad time in your lives. He will surely be missed. Love to all....Patsy
Debi Smith
Thursday, September 8, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Ron's passing..He was my daughters teacher at Eagle Heights Elementary. He was an awesome teacher to her and had such a profound effect on her, she loved him as her teacher and couldn't wait to go to school everyday while in his class..He was an outstanding teacher and mentor to those young kids and we are blessed to have had him as a part of her life..Condolences to Mrs. Lee, family and the many many lifes he touched in the community..Thank you, Debi Smith a very grateful parent.
Wes Sisco Family
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Lyndia,
So sorry about Ron'so passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wes, Melissa, Tyler, Emma, Abbi & Lexi Sisco
Judy White
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Dear Lyndia and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember you when I pray in these coming months. Ron was certainly a wonderful, kind man. He did so very much for others throughout his life. May the Lord's presence fill your life even more. With loving thoughts.
Ted and Mary Sue Greer Hall
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Just met Ron this past year at the Greer Reunion in McBride. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time of grief. May the presence of the Lord and the unchanging Word of God be a continual comfort today and in the coming days.
Margaret Greer
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Sorry we won't be able to attend Ron's funeral but know that we are keeping all of you in our thoughts & prayers. Love Y'all Leslie & Margaret Greer
Buck and Jane Martin
Thursday, September 8, 2016
We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Ron. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lyndia and all of the family. May God give you strength during this sad time.
Sam & Mary cecil
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Cynthia Crowe Welch
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
What a shining star Ron was, Lyndia! I wish I had known him. May God's Spirit give you sustenance and inner peace in the coming days.
Shalom,
Cynthia
Judy Smith
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Lynda and family,so very sorry to hear about Ron,my prayers are with you and the family at this time.Blessings to all of you.
Judy Smith