Ronnie Joe Talkington was born August 2, 1948 in Mannington, WV. He was the son of the late Robert Lee and Kathryn Pethtel Talkington. He passed away at home after an extended illness surrounded by his loved ones on March 16, 2022.
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years and 7 months, Susie Stout Talkington. He is also survived by his children Stephanie Jo Talkington Teets, Tracy Lee Talkington, and Angela Sue Talkington, three granddaughters Allison Sue Talkington, Hannah Jo Teets, and Emily Faith Talkington. Surviving are also a Sister, Darlene Talkington Smith, in-laws Helen Stout Myers, Steve and Shirley Stout, Norma Gean Stout Fulton, Jim and Joy Stout, and Betty Stout; Aunts Jean Pethtel and Vivian Pethtel and nieces and nephews, including greats, and cousins that number in the hundreds. He was preceded in death by two brothers; Jackie Lee Talkington and Tommy Ray Talkington, a Sister, Betty Bell Thierjung, and his In-laws William and Bernice Stout. Many thanks to his special friends Al Frick and Jeff Michael for many years of dedicated friendship.
Ronnie was a graduate of Mannington High School Class of 1966. He went on to serve in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era in the Transport Company 666 where he was the recipient of several medals including the Bronze Star. After his service, he returned to his hometown and worked as the Parts Manager at James Chevrolet where he met the two loves of his life, his wife and cars. He went to Fairmont State where he earned a degree in Accounting. In 1971, he started his 30 year career with the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier in Fairmont, WV and ending as the Postmaster of Fairview, WV. He also owned and operated Talkington’s Farm Machinery.
Ronnie was active in the community. He was an original volunteer member of Marion County Rescue Squad where he was an EMT, CPR Instructor, mechanic and Rescue Technician, a Former Cub Scout Leader of Pack 9, a member of the Mannington All Class Reunion Committee, Member of several Mannington Relay for Life Teams, very active with the North Marion Band Boosters, Supporter of the MCVT Future Farmers of America, Charter Member of the Robert A. Clark Vietnam Veteran’s Chapter 1055 and the Gone But Not Forgotten Heroes of Mannington, and a Member of the Over the Hill Car Kruzers.
He will be missed by many family members and friends as he had a heart of gold, always lending a helping hand to anyone in need.
Arrangements are entrusted to Masters Funeral Home in Mannington, WV. Viewing services will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, March 18, 2022 and Saturday, March 19, 2022 from noon to 2:00 pm. Dr. Michael P. Reese will officiate the services with Full Military Honors accorded by the United States Army and the Marion County Veterans Council beginning at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 19, 2022. He will be laid to rest at View Point Cemetery in Rachel, WV.
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I am so sorry, I loved Ronnie he was a great man and when you thanked him for whatever he helped you with he always gave you a sweet grin in return. He might’ve seemed quite but he was fun to talk with. Susie and Ronnie were such a great duo. I’m so sad for all of you and sad that I won’t be able to run into Ronnie. I’ll not ever forget the day he came into the home center and I thought one of you girls were crafting and he had got gold glitter on his ear. But here it was acupuncture, he educated me on it and now Clara receives acupuncture in her back and gets the “gold glitter” in her ear too! It reminds me of him when I see it. I know Ronnie helped Jason with vehicles before also including the tractor. Ronnie will be missed. Hugs and kisses from me- I am sick right now and am not exposing any of you to my cold.
God bless you all and may your memories comfort you all.
Love-
April Powell and family
You were a good man uncle Ron you will be missed R.I.P.
You were a good man uncle Ron you will be missed R.I.P.
I'm so sorry for your loss Aunt Susie, I love you
RIP Ronnie
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.
My deepest condolences, many prayers during this difficult time.
I am So Sorry to hear of Ronnie’s passing! I am sure that he will really be missed! I will keep his family in my Prayers.
I know how difficult this is as I just lost my Husband of 35 yrs. In Nov. Just remember he is is a Better Place and he is no longer suffering!
Sue and family,
Sorry to learn of Ron's passing. In the times I got to know him, he was an impressive person. Sincere with a sense of humor as well. Our condolences and prayers for your family.
Bob and Kathy Judge
Ronnie was a good man and an all around nice guy. He understood farming and farming machinery and was always able to take time to help you when you had a break done and needed a part, and to share his knowledge that would help you to prevent problems in the future. He will really be missed in the Marion County and surrounding areas.
Ronnie will be missed by all of us Over the Hill Cruzers. Ronnie helped me with my antique John Deere tractor. I enjoyed talking with him about cars and old farm machinery. Rest In Peace fellow veteran .
I was born raised in Mannington and probably known Ronnie since I was old enough to say his name. He was friends with my brother and they both loved cars. I recently got to reminisce since fb and the Alumni Reunions. Such a great guy from the time i met him. RIP Ronnie. My condolences to all your family and friends.
Sending our deepest sympathy. Remembering you in thought and prayer.
Susie and family we are so sorry for y'all's loss. We love everyone. Hugs and prayers for all