Ronald was born April 28, 1946, in Lynnville, TN to Wilson and Mildred Burgess Spivey. He was a United States Army Veteran and an avid sports fan. He loved cheering for the Richland Raiders and The University of Tennessee, whether it was football, baseball, or basketball, Ronald lived a life defined by loyalty, laughter, and an unshakeable love for the game. He approached sports not just as a pastime, but as a way to connect with the people he loved most. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents Wilson and Mildred Spivey; his son Keith Spivy; sisters Dale Britton and Louise Simmons.
Visitation will be Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 6-8pm at Carr & Erwin Funeral Home. Funeral will be 2pm Monday, November 16, 2026, at Carr & Erwin Funeral Home with interment to follow in Giles Memory Gardens.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Gay Spivey of Pulaski; brothers Wayne Spivey (Imogene) of Lewisburg, Joe Spivey (Margie) of Franklin; sister Elaine Weakley (Randy) of Rogersville, AL; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
