Born on October 26, 1950 in Loudon County Tennessee to Robert Cecil Spears and Thelma Irene Yates Spears. Preceded in death by his parents and sister Shannon Smith.
Ronnie proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Viet Nam War.
Survived by his loving wife Diane Shaw Spears of the home, Son Jason Eric Spears and his wife Ashley, and grandson Daniel Isaac Spears. brothers; Harold Spears and his wife Mindy, David, Eddie Spears, sisters; Brenda Spears, Gina Brock, Patricia Herring and husband Bo.
A graveside service will be held 3:00 p.m. on Sunday March 11, 2012 at Holly Hill Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Rowan County 512 Klumack Road Salisbury, NC 28144