Ronella Richo passed away Sept. 1, 2016. She was born on Nov. 29, 1944, to the late Eddie Lee Richo Sr. and the late Catherine Simpson. She was the oldest of seven children.
Ronella was a lifelong resident of Fernandina Beach and graduated in 1963 from the historic William Henderson Peck High School. Her pride and joy were her son, Earl Jones, who preceded her in death; daughter, Marie Jenkins; and their children. Her family and friends remember her as a loving caregiver. She was a part of the “village” that raised many of the children who were blessed to grow up knowing her.
Ronella accepted Christ at an early age, and was a member of First Missionary Baptist Church. She was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and enjoyed a friendly game of cards from time to time.
She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Cheketria Ellis.
She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Marie Jenkins; grandson, DeAngelo Ellis Sr.; daughter-in-law, Lillie Jones; granddaughters, Nikia Lester and Jessica Way; eight loving great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9, at First Missionary Baptist Church. Holmes-Glover-Solomon Funeral Directors Inc., 4334 Brentwood Ave., Jacksonville, is in charge of arrangements.
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