Ronald Parker Oakes, 72, of Norfolk, passed away peacefully, Sunday, November 11, 2018 in his home.
Born in Danville, Virginia, he was the son of Labenda Murphy Oakes Edwards and the late J. P. Oakes. Ronnie graduated from Granby High School in 1965, and later attended Old Dominion University, where he was on the gymnastics team. He was retired after a successful career in sales. Ronnie will be remembered for his passion for hunting, nature, animals and sailing. Most of all, he will be remembered for his love for his grandchildren.
Including his mother, Ronnie is survived by his wife, Susan C. Oakes; daughters, Renee and husband Kevin, Dawn and husband Paul; grandchildren, Lindsey, Dawson, Ashlynne and Dylan; his brother, Kevin and wife Deborah, as well as nieces and extended family.
A memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Oman Funeral Home & Crematory, Chesapeake. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bayside Baptist Church, 1920 Pleasure House Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23455.
Friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.omanfh.com