Ronald Lee Flowers

July 19, 1947 - February 3, 2019

Ronald Lee Flowers, 71, formerly of Fullerton, CA, passed away at his home in Gering, NE on Sunday, Feb 3, 2019. 

Ron was born on July 19, 1947 in Vernal, UT to Paul and Dorothy (Aud) Flowers. Growing up he and his family moved quite often as his dad worked on the oil fields and finally settled in Nebraska.  He attended Scottsbluff High School graduating in 1965. After graduating Ron joined the United States Marines, serving two tours of duty in Vietnam. He attained the rank of Sergeant and earned numerous medals and commendations.

Ron was proud of his military service in spite of his exposure to Agent Orange which contributed to his poor health.  After his military service Ron settled in California.  He worked at Kirkhill Manufacturing for 40 years until his retirement in 2009.  In January of 2019 he moved back to the area living in Gering.  He was selfless, kind and caring, and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for those he loved. Ron will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Ron is survived by his brothers Tom (Sharon) Flowers of Oak Harbor, WA, James (Terri) Flowers of Shelton, WA, sisters Carolyn (Victor) Escamilla of Scottsbluff, NE, Donna (Bill) Leonard of Corona, CA, and Brenda Flowers of Clayton, OK; numerous nieces and nephews; and his special fur babies Nayla, Chewy and Fawn.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents and brothers John, Larry and George.

A memorial service will be held at 11am on Friday, Feb 8, 2019 at Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with Pastor Ron Nuss-Warren officiating.  Private family inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Scottsbluff with military honors rendered by the United States Marine Corps Funeral Honor Guard.

Online condolences may be made by viewing Ron’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com