Born July 30, 1942, he was a son of the late Rev. J.L. and Martha Peyton.
Ron started life young, but determined by faith, he was the youngest to be promoted to his position with an insurance company then on up. Ron and Norma traveled extensively visiting most states and to Spain. He loved his church, Prince Avenue Baptist, and was a faithful member.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Norma Tucker Peyton; children, Teresa Bridges (Henry) and Donna Harbin (Leslie); four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Merrill (Peggy); sister, Jean (Ben); many friends and family members.
Funeral services will be held Friday, July 20 at 2 p.m. at the chapel of Bernstein Funeral Home. Interment will be private. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.