Ronald “Ron” Dean Edmondson

Ronald “Ron” Dean Edmondson
Ronald “Ron” Dean Edmondson

Ronald “Ron” Dean Edmondson left for paradise at 8:10 a.m. on October 19, 2020, to meet his Lord and Savior for breakfast before their round of golf.

Memorial services will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 22, 2020, at Washington Avenue Christian Church with Jim Shelburne officiating.  Burial is private.  Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.

Ron was born August 13, 1942, in Phillips, TX to Julian and Zelda Edmondson.

He was a faithful member of Washington Avenue Christian Church.  His leadership allowed him to serve as an Elder at Paramount Terrace Christian Church.  Ron also was a member of the Amarillo Rotary West Club and the Executive Club.  He acquired Elliott Office Supply in 1978 with his partners.  After years of growth and acquiring other businesses it is known today as Officewise.

Ron married Kay Holliday on May 22, 1971, beginning an extraordinary life and loving relationship of 49 years. He was the love of Kay’s life as well as an unselfish, devoted, and loving father who always put God and his family first.

He loved playing golf and took every opportunity to apply many life lessons.  He stated that “One of those things I like most about the game is there are no umpires or referees.  It puts a premium on personal honesty to count your own score and play by the rules.  There are very few things in life more important than honesty.”

Survivors include his wife, Kay Edmondson; three sons, Cary Edmondson, Kyle Edmondson and wife Michelle, of Amarillo, and Cory Edmondson and wife Angie, of Kerrville, TX; his sister, Gay Kollmar and husband Ben, of Amarillo; niece, Sara; nephew Reagan; eleven grandchildren, Cassie, A.J., Sam, Julia, Colton, Grant, Luke, Nicholas, Joshua, Zachary, and Jaxon; and eleven great-grandchildren.

The family suggests memorials be to Washington Avenue Christian Church, 3800 South Washington St., Amarillo, TX 79110, or a charity of your choice.

9 Replies to “Ronald “Ron” Dean Edmondson”

  1. Kay,
    Your family is in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time of Ronald Dean’s passing 🙏
    He was a dear friend for many years and such a wonderful man!
    Our love,
    Bob and Judy Bybee

  2. Kay, I am sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Please know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God’s Spirit comfort you in the days to come.
    Harriet Powell

  3. Kay – So sorry for your loss. Ron was such a great man and left some big shoes to fill. I know God will continue giving you the strength to carry on just as He has during Ron’s long illness.

  4. Ron was a gentleman and fine Christian example for everyone that knew him. His positive influence on our company and industry will endure for many, many years. I am thankful to have known him and to have been associated with him. He most definitely will be missed.

  5. Ron Edmondson, my boss and friend for over 30 years! He was a man of extreme integrity who played by the rules and always treated me with respect and fairness, and whose sense of humor brought so much joy in good times and not so good times!! Even though you will be missed so much here on this earth, I know the Lord and his angels are celebrating that one of God’s saints has come home!

  6. Ron was a super family man.. I know he loved snickerdoodles.. See you on the other side friend… Fly high!! Love you and the family so much… Debi L.

  7. Ron, you were the best Father in law any girl could ever have. I was so Blessed to have you in my life. My boys were super Blessed to call you Granddaddy. We sure will miss you here on earth, but we know you are in a better place! We will take care of Kay for you! With so much love!
    Michelle

  8. I knew Ron through Amarillo West Rotary. He was a loyal Rotarian who lived the motto, “Service Above Self.” God bless his family with rich memories. Ira Purdy

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