Ronald "Ronnie" Jessee Leach, Jr.

Ronald “Ronnie” Jessee Leach, Jr., age 57, of Erwin, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 30, 2025. He is a son of Ronald Jessee Leach, Sr. and the late Gaye Fergueson Wright.

Ronnie graduated from David Crockett High School in 1986. He was a Journeyman Wireman for IBEW 934 Local with thirty-six years of service.

Ronnie enjoyed spending time with his family, his pets, and taking trips to the beach. He liked to fish, ride motorcycles with his best friend, Tim, and watch wrestling. Ronnie loved old rock ‘n roll music, growing flowers and playing with his dogs.

In addition to his mother, Ronnie was preceded in death by his grandparents, Therman and Grace Leach; two uncles: Cecil Leach and Billy Joe Leach.

In addition to his father, Ronald Jessee Leach, Sr., Ronnie leaves behind to cherish many wonderful memories, his wife of eight years, Susan Fender Leach; children: Jessica Leach, Dalton Cutshall, Robyn Cutshall and Aidan Camp; his siblings: Reggie Leach (Crystal), Chaynce Wright, and Zelika Wright; step-dad, Greg Wright; his uncle James Leach; Juanita Church and all of her family; special friends, Tim and Diana Peterson; his beloved pets: Scarlett, Paisley, Violet, and Apollo; several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.

Ronnie’s celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Ruritan at Eden, 1620 Mill Springs Road, Jonesborough, TN 37659.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made in memory of Ronnie to: Shriner’s Hospital for Children, https://donate.shrinerschildrens.org or any charity helping children.

Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with the Leach family at www.ledfordfuneralhomes.com. 

Robert Ledford Funeral Home, 720 Ohio Avenue, Erwin, is privileged to serve the Leach family. (423) 743-1380

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