Visitation:  5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28, at the Kadoka City Auditorium Funeral services: 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 29, at the Kadoka City Auditorium
Interment, with Masonic Rites: Kadoka Cemetery.

• Thesea and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. Words cannot express the shock felt when we heard the news. Ronnie just gave me the news on the bull sale, he was disappointed on the price and said quite a few came home, but private treaty was a good way to work selling them too. He always had a smile no matter what was going on and had a plan for what was next to be done. He will be greatly missed. ~ Marsha and Bill Sumpter Kadoka (4/24/2010)
• Thesa,Holly,Naomi,Callie,Terry,and families, We were so shocked to here of your loss this morning. Our hearts are heavy with sorrow for you all, We have alot of very special and fond memories of him, our prayers will be with you during this very trying time. Let us know if we can help or be there in any way. Rose and Glen ~ Glen and Rose Bennett 23635 willow creek rd. Philip,S.D. 57567 (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and family,our prayers are lifted up for all of you as you deal with the shock of losing Ronnie. We know that he will be greatly missed, may God bless you and give you the strength needed to see you through each day without him. Love Butch and Betty ~ Betty Mansfield Schmidt Early, Iowa 50535 (4/24/2010)
• WOW, what a surprise, I always considered Ronnie and Thesa friends, and am sorry to hear about Ronnie. I am thinking about you Thesa. Keep your head up and continue, what seems to be a short time here on earth. ~ Grable Kerrville, TX (4/24/2010)
• Holly & family,
  Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad.Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
  Steve & Pam ~ Steve & Pam Clements Philip (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers so sorry for your loss, he will be missed. May God help you through this tough time. Mary and Beau Ravellette ~ Mary Ravellette Philip, SD (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. I have known Ron all my life and it was a shock to hear of his passing. God Bless! ~ Joe Millage Philip SD (4/24/2010)
• Thesa,Holly,Naomi,Callie,Terry,and families,my sympathy & prayers are with all of you in your time of loss. Though the loss is painful, God means it all for good. Look always to the great memories created during the years you were all blessed to share with him. Rest in the loving grace of our heavenly Father. God Bless, Tonda & family ~ Tonda (Jacob) Ellis Sioux Falls, SD (4/24/2010)
• Holly, Naomi, Callie, Terry and families, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy ~ Kathy Larson LaDue 9802 Dutch Creek Dr. Anamosa, IA (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and Family, What a shock to see of Ronnie's death, we are so sorry, he will be greatly missed. He always had a hello and a smile everytime we saw him. Our thought's and prayers are with you all. Chris and Diana ~ Chris and Diana Elwood Belvidere, SD (4/24/2010)
• Ronnie was a great man. Never forget when dad was helping try to break horses at Top Notch and messed his knee up. Keep the fond memories close to your heart. You are all in our prayers. ~ Janelle Madsen Popwell jpopwell@cebridge.net (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and all your dear family,
  Just another way to say how much we'll miss our "bud". Ronnie was the best "little brother" you could have and the closest thing to a brother Lyndy could ever have. Only one like him. He was a small "rock" but a solid one. God is holding you in the palm of His hand even now. Love, Uncle Kenny and Aunt Lyndy ~ Kenny & Lyndy Ireland Philip (4/24/2010)
• Thesa & Family,
  So sorry to hear the loss of Ronnie, he was a great guy & will be missed by all that new him, our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. ~ Bill & Teresa Walker Philip (4/24/2010)
• I know your family is in great pain right now after losing such a wonderful person and community leader. We pray your pain goes away enough to celebrate his life. ~ Doug & Stacey Goodale Sioux Falls (4/24/2010)
• Thesa,Holly,Naomi,Callie,Terry,Shorty, and all the other family members, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many many memories of Ronnie from my entire life. Ronnie was a great guy. He will be dearly misses by family and friends around this entire country. Take strength in the love that surrounds you during this tough and trying time. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. Love you all. Ellie B. ~ Ellie Bettelyoun Kadoka (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and family,
  I am so sorry to hear of this sad news....Ron was a strong supporter of the 4-H Program and I know he had a hand in keeping his grandkids involved in the program. My Thots and prayers go out to you as you face this sad time. ~ Vera Boje Rapid City (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and family
  I was saddened to hear of Ron's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ~ John Brooks Lake Andes, SD (4/24/2010)
• Thesa and Families. I am so sorry to hear about Ronnie. He was a very neat guy. I always enjoyed b.s ing with him when I was staying with his parents during high school. He always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. He will be missed by many. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Again I am so sorry for your loss.. ~ Lesa (Weaver) Hagen Gillette, Wyo (4/24/2010)
• Holly & Family - Just wanted to let you know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Keep the memories close to your hearts!
  
  Love & God Bless,
  Jake, April ,Riley & Tara ~ April Schofield Philip, SD (4/24/2010)
• Dear Thesa and Family,so sorry for your loss of Ron. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Bob and Sharel Spears Kadoka (4/24/2010)
• Thesa, so sorry to hear about Ronnie. I have so many good memories of when we were kids and played and swam on the White River. Enjoyed so much visiting with Ronnie these past few years while I was back in Kadoka. Will always remember his smile and great attitude in spite of circumstances. Abby and I will also always remember the encouragement and support he gave to Abby regarding her running. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ~ Ruth Ann Niehoff Carson City, NV (4/24/2010)
• We are reminded it is the quality, not the number, of years we are granted, & Ron certainly enjoyed living his dreams...raising cattle & horses as a Badlands cowboy, marrying his Badlands sweetheart, and raising his wonderful kids in a Badlands backyard full of unique experiences. Although departing early, we know he was content with his life & family accomplishments. Fella can't ask for much more....our best to Thesa & family as well as all the rest of the Ireland clan as you celebrate Ron's life.....God Bless! ~ Mike & Judy Barber Neighbors from the Badlands (4/24/2010)
• Thesa, I am so sorry to hear about Ronnie. I have such good memories of him when we were kids and played along the White River. I enjoyed the visits I had with him these past few years while I was in Kadoka. I will always appreciate that smile no matter the circumstances. Abby and I will always think of Ronnie and the encouragement he gave her with her running. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Ruth Ann Niehoff Carson City, NV (4/24/2010)
• Dear Thesa and Irland families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Memories are forever. They keep our love ones close always. God Bless you and your family. Jerry & LeeAnn Ferley
  
  t ~ Jerry & LeeAnn Ferley Oelrichs, SD (4/24/2010)
• So sorry to hear of your loss. Ronnie was his own man and a good man. We will be prayin for you all in the days to come. ~ Scot and Jodie OBryan Belvidere SD (4/24/2010)
• It's hard to understand why someone so young is taken from a loving family. Take comfort in knowing that you filled an important part of a well lived life. May the love you shared allow your memories of happiness to carry you through this time of sorrow. My prayers are with you and your family. ~ Gail Reinert Sioux City, Iowa (4/24/2010)
• Wishing you peace in your time of sorrow and keeping you in my prayers. ~ Linda Flewelling Cherokee, Iowa (4/24/2010)
• Sorry to hear about Ronnie, I remember lots of good times as kids on the Ireland ranch. ~ Monty & Deb Neiffer Valentine NE (4/24/2010)
• Thesa & Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow and as you face the days ahead. ~ Slade and Britni Ross Philip, South Dakota (4/24/2010)
• Ronnie - one of the toughest 119 pounders I ever knew - you fought much bigger as a lot of football running backs and receivers found out. You were a "natural" man who faced life on his own terms. Something to be proud of and something I have come to respect. ~ Doug Barber Rapid City, SD (4/24/2010)
• I want to send my sympathy and prayers to the family. He a is real American cowboy last of his kind. Proud to have meet him. ~ Brent L. Saucerman Pierre, SD (4/24/2010)
• May the Lord Be With You Now and Always. ~ Fawna Geigle Enid, OK (4/24/2010)
• So very sorry about Ronnie. He was involved in many things and will be missed by many. Remember all the good times and all the things he did that made you smile. Our prayers are with you all. ~ Pam and Keith Bonenberger Kadoka (4/24/2010)
• I have fond memories of Ronnie and his family. I hold you all in my prayers. ~ Linda Brown Earley Lakeland, Fl (4/24/2010)
• We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Rod & Darlene Cudmore Fort Pierre SD (4/24/2010)
• Families of Ronnie~
  May all of the happy memories and fun times you all had together help carry you thru in your time of sorrow.
  May God help carry you thru these difficult days and give you comfort in your time of loss.
  Thinking of you in thoughts and prayers
  David and Michelle (Vander May) Butler and kids ~ Michelle Butler Philip SD (4/24/2010)
• Dear Thesa and family,
  Hold the memories dear to you heart. Ronnie left us all quite a legacy-- Laugh, smile and be happy. Every time you would see him he would chuckle and say "let me tell you this story". He always had something to laugh about. He was proud of his family. His love of family and his ranch way of life was something he enjoyed. We all feel he was taken to soon and for sure much to sudden. But I think God needed a badlands cowboy to complete a task above!
  May Ronnie's spirit live on by things he taught us all-- Laugh, smile and be happy.
  God bless and protect you these coming hard days.
  Friends,
  Chuck & Janet VanderMay
  ~ Chuck & Janet VanderMay Kadoka (4/24/2010)
• Shorty & Betty:
  I just learned about the death of your son and express my deepest sympathy. My Prayers are with you and your family.
  In God's Love
  Pastor Don ~ Don Lagge 600 1st St # 2 ; Golden, Co 80403 (4/24/2010)