Ronnie Lee Barus, 77, of Valdese passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Catawba Valley Medical Center following a period of declining health.

Ronnie was born June 25, 1945 in Burke County to the late Raymond Barus and Aileen Lowman Barus. He worked in the textile industry as an instructor; traveling the world teaching others about the industry. Ronnie was a devoted member at Bollingers Chapel in Valdese and loved his church very much. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather; and enjoyed family get togethers and spending time with his loved ones. Ronnie enjoyed fishing, hunting, and making things better than they use to be, taking pride in everything he did.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, James D. “Jimmy” Barus, and brother, Danny Barus.

He is survived by his loving wife of fifty three years, Lee Ann Hutson Barus; daughter, Shana Barus and husband Joe; grandchildren, Aaron Lambert, Evan Lambert, and Garret Barus and wife Hailey; and great-grandchildren, Harper and Bo. Also surviving are sisters, Margaret Brown, Bobbie McEntire, and Linda Wilson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Bollingers Chapel with Pastor Steve Pickard officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends prior to the service on Monday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bollingers Chapel at 1215 Carolina St SE, Valdese, NC 28690.

Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.