Mr. Ronald Bailey Watson, age 59 of the Ludville Community, passed away Sunday, April 30, 2017 at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. He was born September 21, 1957 to the late Fred and Aline Watson in Gordon County.

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Frances Watson of the Ludville Community; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Bobby Timms; son and daughter-in-law, Jesse & Heidi Perry; grandchildren, Doug and Taylor Timms,Carrie Timms; brothers, Ricky and Lily Watson, Chris and Tammy Watson; sisters, Patsy and Ed Puckett. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 2, 2017 in the Chapel of Roper Funeral Home with Reverend Bobby Timms officiating. The family will be receiving friends Tuesday at Roper Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Arrangements are entrusted to the staff of Roper Funeral Home & Crematory in Jasper, Georgia.

Online condolences can be made at www.roperfuneralhome.com.