Ronald Lamar Fann, Sr.

Ronald Lamar Fann, Sr. surrounded by God's glory, entered eternal rest on July 23, 2024, with his wife by his side.

Ronald was born on February 15, 1962, to Daniel and Essie Mae Fann in Thomasville, GA. At an early age, he joined Morning Star Baptist Church and gave his life to Christ. Ronald attended Thomasville High School, graduating in 1980. Ronald was a man of service and in 1981 he joined the United States Army. He later attended Thomas University and earned his Bachelor of Science.

Affectionately known as "Pops", "Papa Bear", and "Mr. Fann", he never met a stranger. His infectious energy, laid back personality, and warm spirit touched the lives of many.

Perfectly imperfect. Servant of the Lord. Husband. Devoted and proud father, grandfather, son, brother, bonus dad, uncle, Veteran, cousin, friend, and Jacksonville Jaguars fan.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Dr. Brenda A. Holmes-Fann; his beloved children, Juan (Monique) Fann, Atlanta, GA, Ronald (Reron) Fann, Jr., Newark, NJ, Ronnia Fann, Atlanta, GA, Ronaldo (Sheila) Fann, Honolulu, HI, Ronesha (Peter) Bourne, Atlanta, GA, ProG'e Fann, Virginia Beach, VA; grandchildren, Antonio Lyons, Logan Bourne, Kyree Fann, D'Miyah Hawkins, Zachary Fann, Peta Bourne, Rhiyan Green, Owen Holland, Farrah Fann, Messiah Fann, Jordan Fann, Destinee Oglesby, Chase Holmes, Karlie Rae Holmes, Nia Holmes, Jylen Holmes, Brielle Holmes, Brayden Holmes; bonus children, LaVito (Sheena) Holmes, Detroit, MI, Lovecia (Dez) Oglesby, Tampa, FL, L'Marquis (Jasmine) Holmes, Tallahassee, FL; bonus great grandchild, Khristian King; sisters, Maggie Fann, Miami, FL, Zan Fann, Thomasville, GA; niece, Tameka (Jackie) Sloan; nephew, Pershaun (Evade) Fann; great nephews, Drashaun Fann, Pershaun Fann, Jr. and Niko Fann; special lifelong friend, Sharon (Norris) Pearson and a host of family and friends.