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Ronald Dean Brawley Sr

Ronald Dean Brawley Sr.

Born in Pekin, Illinois October 22, 1947.

Passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, in Clayton, Missouri

Ronald Dean Brawley Sr., was a proud veteran, devoted husband, loving father and loyal friend,

Ron lived a life marked by strength, resilience and heart. He served his country with honor as a Corporal E4, automatic rifle man M60 expert in the U.S. Army,  173rd Airborne division Delta company. He was awarded several medals in Vietnam. A brave and dedicated soldier, Ron survived a landmine explosion the day before his birthday, an experience that not only marked his courage but also became the way home to the loving arms of his mother, father, brothers and sisters.

After his military service, Ron embraced the simple joys of life He found peace in gardening, loved barbecuing for his family, tossing a frisbee in the yard and shooting pool at his favorite hometown bar, Kelly’s.

He was a man who valued loyalty, good company and living in the moment.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Sandra Crocker Brawley of Imperial Mo. His son Bill (Dalyce) Brawley of New Athens Il.

Daughter Lisa (Doug) Snyder of Imperial Mo.
 Also surviving are 10 grandchildren Ronald Brawley the 3rd and Gready Brawley of Winona Mo. (Children of the late Ronald Brawley Jr.) Ryan Brawley also of Winona, Jennifer and Megan Brawley of St Louis Mo. (Children of Bill Brawley)
Kaylub, Kaitlyn, Kristian, Kingsley and Elijah Snyder (Children of Lisa Snyder) of Imperial Mo.
Also surviving are brothers Darrell (Geneva) Brawley of Mountain View Mo.
Bob (Becka) Brawley of Canton Ga.
Sisters Carolyn (Bill) Gale of Nixa Mo.
Beverly (Howard) Kolman of Waterloo IL.
Ron was preceded in death by his eldest son Ronald Jr.
His parents, Dorris and Inez, two sisters Shirley Jean, and Cheryl.
Ronald’s love for his family was unwavering. His courage, warmth and easygoing spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Services will be held April 23rd at 11am sharp at Jefferson Barracks St. Louis Mo. 

10 Comments

  1. Beverly Kolman on April 17, 2025 at 7:16 pm

    I will miss you my brother and best friend gone but never forgotten. We have precious family memories love always your sister Beverly.



  2. Dory Muich on April 17, 2025 at 7:48 pm

    Rest in peace uncle Ron you will be missed.will love you for eternity.



  3. Carolyn Gale on April 17, 2025 at 7:58 pm

    I will miss you love you with all my heart. Thankful all pain and suffering is gone. Thankful for all the memories.He ain’t heavy he’s my brother.



  4. Cherie Lietke on April 17, 2025 at 7:58 pm

    I was saddened to hear the news about my uncle Ronnie passing away 💔 he was always smiling and laughing everytime I seen him never had a bad word to say about nobody always friendly and had a huge heart he will be missed r.i.p



  5. Steve Fisher on April 18, 2025 at 7:10 am

    R.I.P. Uncle Ronnie 🙏❣️



  6. Bill Brawley on April 18, 2025 at 7:53 am

    I will always love you and miss you so much Dad 💗 Bill Brawley



  7. Darrell n Geneva Brawley on April 18, 2025 at 8:05 am

    It is with sadness to see our brother go but know you have run your race n served your Country well but know your free from suffering and pain You remain forever in our hearts will miss our times together
    Love you forever my brother RIP



  8. Evangelist John F Saxburry III ( Bill ‘s classmate) on April 18, 2025 at 8:50 am

    My condolences Bill I am praying for you and your family in this difficult time and I pray that the Holy Spirit will bring you peace as you navigate through the days to come



  9. Mary Ann Brawley on April 18, 2025 at 10:35 am

    I can remember the first time I met Big Ron about 30 years ago. He and Nana always made this country girl fill so welcomed into thier family and into St Louis. We had alot of good times together on Lagro and down here in the country. I am proud to call him my family. He can now be in heaven with his son Ronnie. I hope you guys save us a spot up there beside you both. He was a great father in law and a great man. Love goes out to Nana, Bill, Lisa, and all the other family. Keep smiling that beautiful smile grandpa and we will all be together once again soon.



  10. Randy fisher jr on April 18, 2025 at 11:29 am

    R.I.P Uncle Ronnie 🙏🙏🙏



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