Obituary: Ronnie Sammons

Funeral Services

Funeral services will take place on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 10:00 AM (Mountain).

Trinity Lutheran Church
Midland, South Dakota

Visitation

5-7 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m.
Friday, October 14, 2022
Rush Funeral Home
Philip, South Dakota

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In memory of

Ronnie Sammons

of Midland, South Dakota , died on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at his home in Midland at the age of 86

Ronald Gene Sammons was born on February 23, 1936 in Rapid City, South Dakota to Floyd and Ruby (Albery) Sammons. They lived on Ghost Canyon Road and helped Ruby’s folks at the Iron Mountain Café. Later they worked with Ernest Carter and put up hay in MN, ND, and the prairies of SD. They moved to Midland in 1949.

Ronnie graduated from Midland High School in 1954 and was united in marriage to Emily Rauch of Belvidere June 6, 1954. He was employed by Don Sheeley at the standard station for a short time. He later helped his Dad in the hay field hauling hay to Belle Fourche, Wyoming, and other dairies in the hills. He worked for the county for one winter and drove truck for several years in the winter to Texas for Gus Larson hauling grain there and cake back. He bought his own truck and did long distance hauling for STC. In 1976 he bought his folks’ place on the Bad River when Ruby and Floyd moved to Rapid City. Ronnie bought Cliff Phillips’ trucking business and hauled cattle for several years.

Ronnie always enjoyed family gatherings and playing cards and games with the grandkids and great-grandkids.

Survivors include his wife Emily of Midland; three children Ronnie Bill Sammons and his wife Margy of Newcastle, Wyoming, Corinne Norman and her husband Mitch of Hayes, and Mark Sammons and his wife Kris of Sturgis; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two sisters Arlyne Markwed and her husband Billy of Midland, and JoAnne “Jo” Quatier of Tennessee; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Ruby Sammons; a grandson Devon Sammons; a sister Shirley Fosheim; and two brothers-in-law Joe Fosheim and Bob Quatier.

Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Friday, October 14, at the Rush Funeral Home in Philip.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 15, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Midland, with Pastor Cindy Bisser officiating.

Interment will be at the Midland Cemetery.

VISITATION
Friday, October 14, 2022 - 5-7 p.m.
Rush Funeral Home
Philip, South Dakota

PRAYER SERVICE
Friday, October 14, 2022 - 7 p.m.
Rush Funeral Home
Philip, South Dakota

FUNERAL SERVICE
Saturday, October 15, 2022 - 10:00 a.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
Midland, South Dakota

CLERGY
Pastor Cindy Bisser

MUSIC
Scotti Block - Pianist
Congregational Hymns
“Amazing Grace”
“How Great Thou Art”

USHERS
Brad Quatier - TJ Gabriel

PALLBEARERS
Tanner Norman - Brooke Sammons - Blake Norman
Casey Sammons - Ty Norman - Megan Schreiber
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Shorty Jones - Sam Root - Carl Snook (dec.)

INTERMENT
Midland Cemetery
Midland, South Dakota

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So sorry to hear about your w. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Ronda Dennis Belvidere (10/17/2022)
What a beautiful life and the perfect video, flower arrangements, and service to remember and celebrate Ronnie's life! Ronnie was a gem! I always enjoyed time spent in presence! He was always happy! May love and memories fill your hearts! Praying that God's presence is especially close to you during this time of grief. ~ Becky (Nemec) Thompson Lakeville, MN (10/15/2022)
It was sad news to read and sincere sympathies and condolences are sent to comfort you along with the wonderful memories you have. ~ Nancy Ekstrum Green Valley, Arizona (10/15/2022)
I was on Rush Funeral Home web page (for which I am so thankful) and was saddened to see Ronnie's picture in the obituaries. Any time a person would see Ronnie ... he always had a big smile. He was a kind and caring man. And Emily, your son Mark; my son, Les, and Brady Daly, and Randy Martin ... were best friends. Graduating from Midland High School with the Class of 1980. I enjoyed those years Ronnie's folks Floyd and Ruby rented a trailer house spot on a lot of ours across from where Jerry and I lived in a house. I always enjoyed those times of visiting with them. My prayers to you and your family, Emily. God Bless you with many, many, good memories! ~ Sonia Nemec Spearfish, SD (10/15/2022)
Emily and family, so sorry to hear about Ronnie. He was such a great man. Hold onto the many memories. ~ Tom & Theresa Nemec Rapid City (10/14/2022)
Emily, We have had you in our thoughts & prayers this week. May you find comfort in having family & friends close by and sharing your memories of Ronnie. With deepest sympathy, Bob & Lois ~ Bob & Lois Jerred Sioux Falls, SD (10/14/2022)
So sorry to hear about your w. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Ronda Dennis Belvidere (10/14/2022)
My prayers and sympathy to you Emily and family. ~ Joanne stilwell Rhodhiss, North Carolina (10/14/2022)
Emily and Family- I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray God holds you all close during this difficult time. ~ Julie McLaughlin Midland, SD (10/14/2022)
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Donna Christman Kendall Black Hawk, SD (10/13/2022)
Emily- I am so sorry. I have so many amazing memories that I could share. I love you guys. I am wrapping you in my heart as you go through all this. I am sure Ronnie was welcomed to heaven with open arms. He has so many friends waiting for him. I know dad and Grandpa and Grandma are all welcoming him. I love you and I wish I could be there this weekend. I will be watching the service online.
Mark and the whole family- so very sorry. May God hold you as you go this. Sending lots of love and prayers. ~ Kathy Larson LaDue Anamosa, IA (10/13/2022)
We are thinking of you in this difficult time. We are here for you all. Prayers always. ~ Les & Jolene Nemec Brandon, Mississippi (10/13/2022)
Norfolk, NEBR. ~ Willard and Lorraine Freeman Formerly of Midland (10/13/2022)
So sorry to hear about Ronnie your family are in my prayers ~ Judy Bosanco Pierre S.D (10/12/2022)