Ronald James "Ronnie" Bunnell

1939 — 2014

At rest at Rhea Cemetery

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Ronald "Ronnie James Bunnell

75 a resident of Rhea, Arkansas, passed away April 21, 2014 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock. He was born March 19, 1939 in Fresno, California, the son of Hubert and Irene Gipson Bunnell.

Ronnie was raised in Rhea, Arkansas. He served four years in the United States Air Force and has served as Elder at the Lincoln Church of Christ for over 30 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son R Jay and two sisters Helen Reed and Jane Wade.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years Carolyn Bunnell; one daughter Teresa West and husband Shannon of Prairie Grove; one daughter in law Emy Bunnell Foster and husband Junior also of Prairie Grove; five grandchildren Candice Sawin and husband Dean of Farmington, April Rice and husband Brandon of Prairie Grove, Heath Bunnell and wife Christy of Fayetteville, Jennie West of Prairie Grove and Seth West and wife Kagney of Prairie Grove; twelve great grandchildren.

The Bunnell family would like to thank all for the prayers, cards, and support they have received.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 26, 2014 - 10:00 A.M at Lincoln Church of Christ in Lincoln, Arkansas. Burial will be in Rhea Cemetery, there will be no graveside service held.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to the Wounded Warriors Project on Ronnie's behalf.

Honorary Pallbearers: Heath Bunnell, Seth West, Dean Sawin, Brandon Rice and Shannon West

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Memories & Condolences · 15

Charles Bragg· FamilyDec 23, 2018

I've been really thinking about you here lately and I have a hard time finding a way not to break out in laughter...mr. Bunnell was always a cheerful soul, a barrel of laughs, overflowing with love for others, and absolutely an amazing person to be around for sure.. never will there be any other quite like him and frankly I'm just fine with that. I'm blessed to have you in my memories and you will forever have an impact on my life and the man I grow to be... THANK YOU

Prairie grove, AR

Susan Drummond· Friend to TeresaApr 26, 2014

Teresa--Sorry for the loss of your dad. I have known you and your family for years and spent many nights at your house. I always thought your dad was a funny man. He will be missed. Take care of your mom she will need you more now than ever. Prayers and love sent your way.

Winslow, AR

Alice Musteen· FriendApr 26, 2014

Carolyn we want to send you our deepest Sympathy in the loss of Ronnie. He will be missed greatly. I pray God help you at this time and give you strength. Love, Alice

Lincoln, Ar

Delmer and Barbara Matthews· FriendsApr 25, 2014

We were so sorry to hear Ronnie had passed away. He was such a great guy he will be missed by many. But we also know he is with his best friend RJ, in Heaven, we can find some comfort in that because we know it is a fact.

We will continue to pray for all of you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love you guys.

Shawn and Megan Hammack· FriendApr 25, 2014

Our deepest condolences to your family Candice and Jennie. Thoughts and prayers going up to heal your hearts.

Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."

Debbie Hardin Dersam· aquintanceApr 24, 2014

Words cannot say or describe the sadness felt by myself and this community at the passing of Ronnie Bunnell. I often had the chance to visit with Ronnie when he would drop in to see if I could help him get a title straightened out. We never failed to get it done, he would always start our conversation asking if I could sell him a car with nothing down and $25 a month. It always made my day to listen to his stories of when he was a youngster growing up. He was a man of humor, love, understanding, and kind-heartedness. I never seen him without that funny grinish type face thing happening. He lived a wonderful life, he worked hard and always provided for his family. Today's world could use more folks like Ronnie Bunnell. Ronnie you will for sure be missed, RIP my friend.... To his family I can only say he loved you more than life and he always wanted the very best for you all. You are who you are because he instill hard work, love and God in your lives. My prayers are with you for the days and weeks ahead, but know God will be with you through it all.

Lincoln, Ar

Rod & Susie Smith· Christian FamilyApr 24, 2014

When we moved to Lincoln in 1991 Ronnie & his family welcomed us warmly. Our family came to love Ronnie and the Bunnell's. Ronnie and Carolyn were a great influence for us & I can tell you that Ronnie helped me grow as a Christian. Ronnie & the Bunnell family will always have a place in our hearts.

Rod, Susie, Tony & Josh

Pocahontas, AR

Christie Asher Barker· Friend of Teresa'sApr 24, 2014

Teresa my thoughts & prayers are with you, your family & friends. May God give you all comfort in the days ahead. R.I.P. Ronnie

Gary Trembly· FriendApr 24, 2014

Ronnie was a very special person whom I considered a good friend. He would do anything for anyone. But, besides that, the best testament of the kind of person he was can be summed up in four words: his kids, his grandkids. Look at them and you'll see what kind of people Ronnie and his wife Carolyn were and are. He was always a pleasure to be around, always smiling, always friendly, always....well....Ronnie! I know because of his faith in Christ, I will see him again. Aus wiedersehen, my friend.

Jim and Patti Stickler· FriendsApr 23, 2014

Carolyn and family,we are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Eleanor Neal· sister in ChristApr 23, 2014

Prayers and thoughts are with Carolyn and Family. Ronnie will be missed.

Lincoln, ar

Tessa Jordan Rhodes· School Friend of TeresaApr 23, 2014

Teresa - I am so sorry for the loss of your father. He was a sweet man. Your family will be in my prayers.

Guthrie, OK

Clark and Jackie Reed· friendApr 22, 2014

Clark and I are so sorry for your loss. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Morrow, AR

Dee&Betty Bartholomew· Friend of familyApr 22, 2014

So sorry for your loss!! Heaven's gained a precious saint." And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes;and there shall be no more death,neither sorrow,nor crying,neither shall there be any more pain:for the former things are passed away." Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Prairie Grove, Ar

James and Lillian Nash· friendsApr 22, 2014

Our deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Lincoln, AR