Ronald Eugene Youngblood
September 1, 1950 ~ October 19, 2007
Resided in:
Fletcher, NC
Ronald E. Youngblood, Sr.
Fletcher – Ronald Eugene Youngblood, Sr., 57, died unexpectedly Friday, October 19, 2007.
A native of Buncombe County, he was the son of Betty Sue Reagan Youngblood of Fletcher and of the late Billy Lee “Bub” Youngblood.
Ronnie graduated from TC Roberson High School in 1968. He worked as a truck driver for many years before quitting to spend more time with his family. He then went to work for Beverly Grant Construction and most recently was self employed owning his own excavating company. Ronnie coached for South Buncombe Little League and TC Roberson Youth Football for many years before becoming an assistant football and wrestling coach at TC Roberson where he coached for 8 years, from 1986 – 1992.
Ronnie was deeply loved by his family and friends and will be missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Patricia Bagwell Youngblood; two daughters, Michelle Maynor, and her husband Teddy, of Asheville and Tracy Millar and her husband Brett of Fletcher; a son, Ron Youngblood Jr. of Asheville; six grandchildren, Angela James, Kaylee and Shelby Millar, Stacy, T.J. and Jacob Maynor; two sisters, Betsy Frady, and her husband Ronnie, of Fletcher and Joy McMinn, and her husband Billy, of Fletcher; one brother Reagan D. Youngblood of Fletcher and several nieces and nephews who were dear to him.
A funeral service will be held at 4:00 pm Tuesday in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian. The family will receive friends following the service until 7:00 pm.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, 120 Executive Park, Building 1, Asheville, NC 28801 or to the TC Roberson Athletic Department, 250 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC 28803.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is in charge of the arrangements.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Betsy & family, My prayers and thoughts are with you. Ronnie was a wonderful guy.My husband Mike remembers playing senior league baseball against him. Lovingly, Donna
Michelle, Ron, and Tracy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It has not been that long ago since I lost my dad. I still have hard days. Just be there for each other. It makes it a lot easier. If I can do anything let me know.
Sincerely,
Tracy Flood Dotson
Pat, Austin & Landon,
I am so sorry to hear about Ron. My deepest symypathies to you. You will always be remembering the Good times. I am with you in prayers and thoughts . God Bless You all, your friend Linda from the Greater Niagara
Michelle & Family,
I so sorry to hear about your dad.Let me know if there’s anything I can do. My prayers are with all!! We love you, JO & Hannah
Dear Aunt Pat,
I loved Uncle Ronnie very much and I will miss him. At least he is with God and can help Him to build things. I will ALWAYSSSSSSSSS remember him.
LOVE YOU SOOOOOOOOO MUCH TOO!!!!!!!!!!!
MICHAEL J. VANDERBECK
Dear Pat, Landon and Austin,
I love you all and I’m here for you if you need anything.
Love Maggie
Pat, Austin and Landon
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Please call if you need anythingat all. We are here for you.
Love Dennis and Joanie
my deepest sympathies
Ronnie will be missed very much.
Ronnie was a good friend of mind.
The Family has my condolences.
MAY GOD BLESS
I didn’t know Ronnie, but I knew His sister Betsy and her family. Candy use to bathe our handicapped daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and if there is anything we can ever do don’t hesitate to call on us. Knowing he was a christian and that he has gone to Heaven is worth it all.
Pat, Austin & Landon
We all miss Ronnie very much. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe, Paget Julien & Michael
Tracey, Michelle, & Ron,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you whatever you may need.
Love,
Les & TN
Tracey, Michelle and Ron,
Our deepest condolences and prayers go to each of you. Ronnie meant a lot to many people and he will greatly be missed.
Love,
Carrie,Brian & Family
Tracy, Michelle, & Ron-
Ronnie will forever be in our hearts, he was truely loved.
You ALL are in our hearts and prayers. We love you all. Remember we are here if any of you need us.
Love-
Joy, Billy, April, Casey, Tai, Amanda, Timm, Cody, Kelson, Kinley, Raymond & Lois Young
To the Youngblood Family:
We were sadden to learn of Ronnie’s passing. I remember Ronnie when I had him in the eighth grade at Valley Springs Middle School.
Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless you all,
Tommy and Jessie Koontz
Dear Tracey, Michelle and Ron,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we love you and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed,Marilyn, Rachel and Reese
Tracey,Michelle,and Ron,
Ronnie always made me feel like part of the family. I will always remember your dad. What a character he was and that big grin he always had..I cherish the times I spent with your family. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.
Love,
Peggy
Pat,
Even in times of sorow, grief and pain, remember the Lord is always there for you. My prayers are with you in this sad time. God Bless you, Austin and Landon.
Patti Baldwin
Michelle and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you. Love, Roger and Donnie Grindstaff
Our prayers are with all the members of the family during this difficult time. God is able to meet your every need both today and in the days that lie ahead. May God bless each one!
Michelle, Tracey, & Ron-
I love you all.
Ronnie will be cherished in our hearts, ALWAYS.
Love,
Reagan & Nancy
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. He was a great guy!!!
We are saddened to hear of Ronnie’s passing. He was such a wonderful friend and we feel blessed to have known him. Ronnie will always remain a part of our fondest memories. Please know that his entire family will be in our prayers, now and in the days to come.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during your lost.
Calvin Meece