Ronald Demeritt

DEMERITT, Ronald-Passed on September 3, 2017 at the age of 74 with his family at his side. Survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Carla Ruth Demeritt, son Shawn (Jill) and daughter Rachel (Corey), both of Lake Charles; grandchildren, Brady, Zac and soon-to-be born Knox. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Bernice and Luther Touchet and grandparents, Rose and Ophie Newman.

The pall bearers for this military service are Shawn Demeritt, Matt Solari, Jeff Person, Derek Leblanc, Corey Manuel and Kenny Gary.

Ronnie was born and raised in Jennings, LA. He proudly served his country in Vietnam from 1968-1970, where he earned a Purple Heart and the Combat Infantry Badge (CIB).

Ronnie was very active with youth in Jennings, assisting with the Jennings High School football team and cheerleading squads. In later years, he continued to be active with the youth in organizations such as Pony Baseball (Director). Additionally, he contributed to the Parks and Recreation Department for over 20 years. Ronnie has been known to many (both kids and adults) as “the candy man” and “the biscuit man”.

Ronnie attended services at Christian Family Fellowship with Paul Estes as Minister.

A service will be held at Miguez Funeral Home with full Military Honors will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Paul Estes officiating.

Visitation will be held at Miguez Funeral Home, Tuesday, September 5 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and will resume Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. until service time.

The family wishes to especially thank Hospice for their kind, attentive care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Boy’s Village, 7378 Hwy 90E, Lake Charles, LA. 70615.