Ronald Lee Linebaugh, age 72, of Nixa passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2016. He was born July 28, 1943 in Nixa to Samuel and Ella (Mason) Linebaugh. He married Sharon Conlon December 31, 1971. Ron was a sheet rock contractor most of his life and was well known in the Nixa area.
Ron's family describes him as ornery and funny. He loved his family and was a good provider. He was a hard worker and very dependable. He enjoyed coffee time with his friends every afternoon at Casey's. Ron and Sharon attended Calvary Baptist Church, Nixa.
Ron is survived by his wife Sharon; a daughter and two sons, Nancy Carr, Husband Billy, of Chestnut Ridge, David Linebaugh, of Nixa, and Phillip Linebaugh, of Farmington; siblings Roscoe Linebaugh, of Nixa, Charlice Crumply, husband H.A., of Jamesville, and Norma Jean Maples, of Highlandville; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild; many relatives and friends; and his best buddy, his dog Baxter.
Ron is preceded in death by his parents; a daughter Joyce Kay Linebaugh; a brother Loren; and two sisters, Novela and Ruth.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, July 29, 2016 in Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 30, 2016 in Adams Funeral Home, Nixa with Pastor George Bishop officiating. Burial will follow at Eisenhour Cemetery, Spokane.