Ronald “Ronnie” Edward West moved on from this life after a hard-fought battle with cancer on Sunday, November 27, 2022. He stepped peacefully into eternity in the presence of his beloved daughters, granddaughter, and friend.
Ronnie was born February 28, 1951 to Ms. Arbie Lee Eller West and Mr. Cecil West, who preceded him in death, along with his half-brother, Scott Pannell. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Wanda Wofford West, his daughters Brittney West and Brooke West, and his granddaughter – the apple of his eye – Miss Brylie West. His sister, Janet West Parrott, along with the Wofford family, Eller cousins, and numerous nieces, nephews, and a multitude of friends will join the Wests in mourning Ronnie’s passing. Ronnie worked in the optical industry for 50 years. He was well respected by his colleagues and clients. Ronnie loved his friends from Headland High School and treasured his friendships until his final days. He also found great joy in watching sports (namely the Gators, the Braves, and anything Brylie did!), and in being around music and playing the guitar.
Ronnie West never met a stranger, and to anyone who had the pleasure of meeting him – he was kind. He was the picture of selflessness, with a lifelong pattern of strength and giving that started when he lost his father at the young age of seven and his mom at the age of twenty three, and culminated in the robust loving care he gave to Wanda after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Brittney, Brooke, and Brylie are thankful for all the memories they made with Ronnie in the years they were given.
The family will receive friends at Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home on Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
The Memorial Service will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, December 4, 2022, 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Sam Braswell officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society online at: cancer.org or the Alzheimer’s Association: alzfdn.org
Those who wish to express condolences or share a special memory may do so online at www.whitleygarner.com
Arrangements by: Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home, 8640 Rose Avenue, Douglasville, GA 30134, 770-942-4246
