Ronnie Dean Maggard

Ronnie Dean Maggard, age 63, of Charlotte, passed away, Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing surrounded by his family. He was born February 11, 1955, in Lansing the son of Daniel and Loretta (Young) Maggard. On April 29, 1972, he married the love of his life Valerie E. Hokonson in Tazwell, Tennessee. Ron was a devoted family man. He adored his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandson. Ron could often be found fishing, camping, hunting, or just hanging out at Fleet Service with his son-in-law and grandkids. He also traveled all over the country following his grandsons motocross competitions. Ron was also a huge Detroit Lions fan. He stuck with them through thick and thin. He always looked forward to a good game of poker with his buddies and trips to the casino. Ron was a magnificent cook and baker. You would often find him in the kitchen making his famous butterscotch pies or homemade noodles. Ron also enjoyed the many friends he made throughout the years while driving the Amish. Ron is survived by his wife of 46 years, Valerie; children: Charie (Dan II) Bryan, Shan (Tom Barthel) Maggard; grandsons: Dan "Bubby" (Bethany Packowski) Bryan III, Ashtin "Bean" (Shauwna) Bryan, Blaze Bryan, Brandon Bryan, Brent Bryan; great grandson, Dan Bryan IV; mother, Loretta "Pat" Staley; sisters: Louise Haun, Marlene (Richard) Schofield; sister-in-law, Darlene (Dennis) Fast; and his best friend, Lenny the American Bulldog. He was preceded in death by his father and brother-in-law, Roger Haun. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2019, at 1 PM at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet. Those desiring, may make contributions in Rons honor to his family.