ST. TAMMANY PARISH, LA. 

Obituary for: THOMAS, RONALD "RONNIE" EARL 

Submitted by: Louis Lavedan. 

Source: Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, Covington, La.

Died: Tuesday, September 9, 2014

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THOMAS, RONALD "RONNIE" EARL 
Wed., May 16, 1951 - Tue., Sep. 9, 2014

Ronald ÒRonnieÓ Earl Thomas passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at the 
age of 63.  

Ronnie was born on Wednesday, May 16, 1951, and lived most of his life on 
Stafford Road in Covington, LA.  

Ronnie is survived by 3 children, Stephanie Thomas, Channing Thomas, Corey 
Thomas (Melissa); 11 grandchildren, Megan, Taylor, Kayce, Tristan, Clint, 
Grady, Grason, Anniston, Mason, Cameron, and the impending arrival of Zoey; 5 
siblings, Ricky, Rodney, Gwen, Lynn, and Bill.

Ronnie was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force and after proving 
his abilities he held a higher position than previously allowed for his rank.
He served in the United States Air Force until a swimming accident paralyzed 
him in August, 1976.  

Prior to his accident, he was an avid hunter, fisherman, and mechanic who 
enjoyed tennis and photography.

After his accident, he assisted with handicapped awareness in the Covington 
area.  He was also involved in RT Construction, radio controlled airplanes with 
Tammany Aero Club, Helicopters Unlimited, and Northshore TAP billiards.  He 
competed in National billiards competitions never allowing his paralysis to be 
a barrier.

He was well known for having wonderful impromptu parties including massive 
cookouts, great music, and shared with many loved ones.  All who knew him knew 
he had an open door policy, never met a stranger, was very generous, and would 
give the shirt off his back to anyone in need.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service in the Chapel of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Road, Covington, LA 70435 on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 3:30 pm.   Visitation on Friday evening from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm and Saturday afternoon from 3:00 pm until service time.  

Interment will follow in Pilgrims Rest Cemetery

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