Mr. Ronald Lee Mink, 71, known to the community as “Squirrel”, passed away on Sunday afternoon, May 28, 2023, at the Danville Health & Rehab.

He was born in Berea, Kentucky on January 30, 1952, the son of the late Leroy & Ruby Middleton Mink. “Squirrel” worked at various places around Richmond including HT Hackney, Madison County Jail, and the Madison County School System as a bus driver. He was a member of the Broadhead Church of Christ and a proud US Air Force Veteran. One of “Squirrel” accomplishments that he was most proud of was his service to his community as a 23-year member of the Madison County Rescue Squad.

Survivors include: his son, Robert Mink (Amy); his former spouse, Bonnie Jean York; one step-son, Randall Lamb (Tina); two sisters, Ann Todd (Larry), and Lois Jean Hall; five grandchildren, Samantha, Breanna, Brandon, Aaron & Travis Mink; three nieces, Tina French (Chris), Rhonda Lamb, and Angela Boggs (Elmer); as well as a host of friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: one son, James Mink; five brothers and 2 sisters.

Graveside service with full military honors will be conducted at 11 AM on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at the Camp Nelson National Cemetery, 6980 Danville Road, Nicholasville, KY 40356.

The Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.