of Gaither Mountain, AR
October 24, 1933 - April 20, 2019
Ronnie M. Paul, 85, of the Hilltop Community, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Mt. Vista Rehab in Harrison, Arkansas. Born October 24, 1933, Ronnie was one of nine children born to James and Lula Haynes Paul. He was an avid farmer, family man and trucker. Known to his trucking buddies as ''Arkansas Roadrunner'', he drove many miles with his wife Bonnie and children Roger and Rhonda. He could build a house from bottom to top and could haul hay with guys less than half his age, and they would be begging to take a break.
On December 30, 1954, he married Bonnie L. Sims. They raised three sons, Randy, Rick and Roger and two daughters, Rhonda and Renita. He was known for his giving spirit and over 50 years of being a song leader at the Church of Christ. Along with Joe Mallett, he was a founding member of the Gaither Mountain Church of Christ.
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers: Jim, Ed and Dewey Paul; sister, Ruth Stewart and two children, Rick and Renita Paul.
He is survived by his wife Bonnie (Sims) Paul; sons Randy and Roger (Penny) Paul and daughter Rhonda Paul Watkins, all of Harrison; two brothers: Danny (Linda) Paul of Harrison, and Jackie (Joan) Paul of Oregon; two sisters: Reta Oneto of California and Faye (Dennis) Parker of Missouri; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandchild, all who lovingly referred to him as ''Poppie''.
Visitation was Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at Northside Church of Christ.
Funeral service will be 2:00pm Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at Gaither Mountain Church of Christ with Sam Alexander and Charles Lee Mallett officiating, interment followed at Hilltop Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers were grandsons: Jon Moore, Brandon Paul, Dusty Paul, Max Paul, Stevie Paul and Roger Paul Jr. (Skeeter)
Honorary pallbearers were Ethan and Evann Dean, Eric Carithers, Robert Paul-Ortiz and Steve Wagoner.
A very special thank you to Dr. Roy Lee, the staff of NARMC, and Mt.Vista Rehab.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the charity of your choice.
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19 Condolence(s)
Lisa Gibson
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Sorry this is late, you will always have the memories and his spirit with you.
Janene (Cobb) Cross
Monday, June 3, 2019
Randy & Roger, My condolences for you loss. Sending love and prayers for you and all of your family. Janene
Gerald pederson
Sunday, April 28, 2019
I just found out today Ronnie passed away. My sincere condolences to Bonnie, Randy, Roger,and Rhonda. Thoughts and prayers for you all. Ronnie was a pleasure to be around, lots of good memories with the Paul family.
Sue Paradiso
Saturday, April 27, 2019
My condolences to his family.
Mandy Stewart
Saturday, April 27, 2019
I wish I could have been there over the last few years. I miss all my family so much. Bless you all.
Dr. Richard Brown
Thursday, April 25, 2019
So sorry for your lost. Ronnie was a good friend and neighbor.
Stephanie Gauthier
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Deepest condolences prayers for all family may you all have comfort during this time.RIP
Ronda Robinson
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
So sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort. Ronnie and Bonnie are so sweet and would do anything for you. RIP and fly high with the angels.
Jane and Gene Carder
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Bonnie and Family we feel so fortunate to have gotten to know Ronnie and your entire family. Ronnie will be missed. Prayers for your family.
barbara carter
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Our prayers to you all, God bless the family. Blessings, Barbara and Rick Carter and family
Jackie and Joan Paul
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
One by one we are slowly fading away. But, we will all reunite someday in the heavens above and all share a huge hug for one another. Ronnie will be missed by many people and will remain in the hearts and thoughts of many more. We love you brother and will join you soon enough.
Rob Morton
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Am sorry about Ronnies passing.We were good friends for a long time and I always enjoyed his humor. My prayers to Bonnie and to all the family. To Rhonda and her girls, I pray y'all will cherish the time you had with him before he had to leave. Gods bless you all.
marilyn hickenbottom
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Deepest sympathy to the family.
R.I.P.
Laura Schweinle
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Prayers and condolences to the family.
Cheryl Dunlap
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. They all have been a part of my life for many years. Ronnie will be sadly missed.
Betty Terpening Johnston
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Prayers of comfort for Bonnie and family. The Paulfamily were a part of my childhood,all very loving and giving people. May God give you comfort with your loss.
William and Gayla Peasley
Monday, April 22, 2019
Brandon and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you!
John Creager
Monday, April 22, 2019
Randy and Rhonda and families. I am sorry for your loss.
fred woehl
Monday, April 22, 2019
Ronnie will be missed. He always made you smile and his heart was larger than life. GOD BLESS the family.