Ronald Lee Abbey's Obituary
Ronald Lee Abbey, 77, of Stanfield passed away on Saturday July 13, 2024, surrounded by his family. A funeral service is scheduled at 11 AM Friday July 19, 2024, at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care, Locust chapel with Pastor Keith Walters officiating. Burial will follow in the Oakboro Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday prior to the service from 9 – 10:45.
Mr. Abbey was born January 12, 1947, in Douglas County, Nebraska. Mr. Abbey was predeceased by his wife Patricia Abbey in 2019. He is lovingly survived by his sons, Troy Abbey (Ellen) of Panama City, FL, Christafer Abbey of Stanfield and daughter Bonnie Austin (John) of Stanfield. He is also survived by five grandchildren; Luke Abbey, Kelsey Abbey, Desirae Abbey, Zachary Abbey, and Catlynn Abbey and two great-grandchildren; Jason and Cayden.
Ronald spent a long and distinguished career as a Master of Arms Chief Petty Officer in the Navy having retired after 21 years. He adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Although a man of few words, he could and would do anything for anybody! He enjoyed riding his Harley in his younger years and loved the Green Bay Packers!
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Locust is serving the Abbey family.
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