Ronald Lee Rouse Sr., 82, died May 12, 2014, in Gainesville.
Mr. Rouse was born in Orlando, to Ulus Lee Rouse and Mary Bethanna (O’Berry) Rouse. He was a faithful Christian, a member of Beulah Baptist Church, in Winter Garden, and a U.S. Navy veteran.
Mr. Rouse enjoyed woodcrafting, fishing, racing and watching college football.
Survivors include a son, Ron Rouse Jr.; daughters, Gloria Hollifield (Neil), Nancy Bond (Dwight) and Marcia Fleming (Paul); nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
He is predeceased by his wife, Bonita Rouse; brother, Julian Rouse; and sister, Vilma Hall.
A funeral service was held May 16, at Wells Memorial Funeral Home, Plant City. Burial took place at West Oaklawn Cemetery, Plant City.
Online condolences may be made at wellsmemorial.com.