Ronnie Lee Cantrell, 46, passed away at his home Friday, January 11, 2019 in Gaylord.
Ronnie was born September 1, 1972 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
He is the son of Patricia (Lusk) Ferguson also of Gaylord.
Ronnie served in the United States Army at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri.
His formative years were spent in Mancelona where he attended and graduated from high school.
Ron was baptized at Mancelona Missionary Church. He later attended the Antrim Church of Christ and spent many leisure hours playing basketball with Youth Leader, Dick Hinds, who was a special friend and mentor.
He was active in little league and football. Ronnie enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family and many friends.
He is survived by his mother, Patricia and two sons, Tyler Jacob Lanning of Mancelona and Alec Sean Lanning of Kalkaska.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Leon & Irene Lusk; Aunt Nella and his stepfather, John Ferguson.
Arrangements are being handled by Nelson Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Gaylord.
Graveside services will be held in the spring.
Ronnie Lee Cantrell
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12 comments on “Ronnie Lee Cantrell”
Ronnie was ALWAYS a special kid to us. We LOVED that he wanted to ride with us to and from the games. He touched our hearts in a very deep way. Pat, our hearts break for you. We lost our Shelly in 2014 at the age of 40. We still grieve and will until the day we die. Please keep us informed so we can attend Ronnie’s graveside service if that is okay with you. Please call if you ever need us. Our number is 1-231-587-9249. Covering you in love and prayers. See you again one day Ronnie. Tell Shelly we said, Hi.
Rest In Peace Ron❤️
So sorry for your loss Pat. Please contact me for the memorial. I would really like to attend. 231-350-8246
Jamie Mayer
Rest in peace my dear friend until we meet again ❤️
RIP Ron❤️ You were such an amazing person 💙 much love and prayers for you all 💔💔💔
RIP, prayers to the boys! And family!
Rest In Peace Ron.
A good man, and a good friend, he will be missed. Rest in peace Ron.
Prayers to Ronnies Family.
We knew Ronnie back in school. He met my wife Sherry and used to kid with me about how a beautiful woman could be with an ugly dude like me….lol….. I will miss your sense of humor.
R.I.P. old Friend.
Dear Pat, I am so sorry to hear about Ronnie’s passing. May God give you the strength to get through this. Please let me know when the memorial service is. My home phone number is 448-8480. I love you Pat
My heart still aches. 💔
Not that we were close, but I always remembered the kind words you gave me when I was about to quit school. ( to bad I didn’t listen )
Man I wish I could have helped in some way. I fight this battle everyday myself !
Rip Ronnie.
Please forgive the intrusion, but I saw someone today that reminded me of Ron. It brought all those school days back with him in my class. Ron was a student. I have always been sad about his passing. I do have continued thoughts for his family.