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  • Visitation

    Thursday, July 8, 2021

    9:00 am to 11:00 am

    Cross of Victory Church, Greenville, IL.

  • Service

    Thursday, July 8, 2021

    11:00 am

    Cross of Victory Church, Greenville, IL

  • Full Obituary

    Ronald “Ron” F. Lindley, 80, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away, Saturday, July 3, 2021, at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, IL.

    Ron was born December 4, 1940, to Harold and Alvina (nee Kohlmiller) Lindley in Pocahontas, IL. On July 15, 1961, he married Judy Stewart in Pocahontas, IL.

    Ron Lindley was a man after God’s own heart. He was made free by the Spirit of God and was led into the doctrines of free grace. He studied to deliver that free grace to others and as he freely gave without selfish motives, he gave with a pure heart filled with godly love for his family, church family, friends, and neighbors. Ron faithfully served the Lord Jesus Christ and loved Him with all his heart. He was a man filled with the Holy Spirit and he was passionate about preaching the truth of God’s Word.

    Ron lived in Pocahontas, IL, all his life. He went to work at the Granite City Steel Mill where he worked for over 30 years before retiring.  He faithfully pastored the Cross of Victory Church, located in Greenville, IL. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, going on vacation with and playing fun games with his family, going to Cardinal’s games, and having fellowship with his church family.

    He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Alvina Lindley; stepmother, Pearl Lindley; wife, Judy Lindley; uncle, Robert Long; sister, Helen (Chuck) Hoyt; brothers, Clifton (Marilyn) Lindley and Dale (Sharon) Lindley; great-nephew, Jacob Arter.

    He is survived by his children, Sheri (Dale) Compton, Christine (Bill) Linnabary, Julie (Israel) Vargas; sister-in-law, Shelley (Brian) Brown; grandchildren, Eric (Tiffany) Compton, Lindsay (Shaun) Horstmann, Rachel (Jacob) Blumenstein, Leah (Jake Funderburk) Compton, Jill (Dreux) Perkins, Eric, Jake, and Joey Linnabary, Israel Daniel, Joshua, and Sarah Vargas; great-grandchildren, Titus, Adah, Abel, and Boaz Compton, soon to be baby Horstmann, Addyson and Avery Perkins, Aiden, Conner, and Jack Linnabary; many cherished nieces and nephews.

    Memorials may be made to Cross of Victory Church in Greenville, IL.

    Visitation: Thursday, July 8, 2021, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, at Cross of Victory Church, Greenville, IL.

    Funeral Service: Thursday, July 8, 2021, 11:00 am, Cross of Victory Church, Greenville, IL

    Clergy: Paul “Bud” Hall and Gary Anderson

    Interment: Robinson Cemetery

    Meridith Funeral Home, Pocahontas, IL.

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5 Condolences
 
  1. Amanda Atchison / July 6, 2021 at 4:12 pm

    My sincerest sympathies to the family. Mr. Lindley was always such a blessing. His every action was filled with his love for Christ. He will be greatly missed.

  2. Beverly Mollett / July 6, 2021 at 4:18 pm

    Our hearts truly go out to the entire family. I (Bev) can honestly say that Ronnie and Judy were very instrumental in my christianity. Many years at the First Baptist Church being taught how to love one another and do good works. I have always thought fondly of those years during my youth. I know many young people that benefited from their teachings. Precious Memories for me! May he RIP and may God Bless all of you!

  3. Brenda Shelton Gossett / July 8, 2021 at 2:55 am

    My heart goes out to Lindley Family.. Prayers lifted in Jesus name for all of you . So sorry for your loss.. I’ve known Ronnie and Judy for alot years.. Ronnie was my youth Pastor in my teenage years;He and Judy took us all camping .. Ronnie always had a smile or laugh;he was always concern about others knowing Jesus he loved his wife kids.. Ronnie just had heart of love kindness for his love one’s and others . Now he is with Christ.Ronnie you will be greatly missed we all love you and your family..Praise God for a man who cared for all.. Love and Prayers to all Family and Friends. My condolences to you all..

  4. Brenda Shelton Gossett / July 8, 2021 at 3:08 am

    My condolences to Lindley Family.. May the God of peace and comfort bring you through this time of sorrow.. Ronnie was a caring man full of the joy of the Lord 🙏🙏🙏 Prayers for you all.. Ronnie I will miss you greatly.. One day we will meet again;What a day that will be when Jesus we will see.. Prayers and Love 💕 to all .

  5. MARY Landry / July 15, 2021 at 5:10 pm

    Bob and I want to send our sincere condolences to the family of Ronnie. he truly set the example of being Christ Like. Sending Prayers of Comfort for all the Family.

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