He was a retired educator/pastor and a member of First Baptist Church of Monticello. Ron's hobbies included reading history, keeping up with the latest in politics and spending time in Bible study. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Charles William Graham; and a nephew, Jimmy Darrell Graham.
Ronald was a graduate of Pine Bluff High School before obtaining his Diploma of Theology from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. Upon completion from Mid-America, he then received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Arkansas Tech University. Ron's employment began at Pine Bluff Building Materials in 1978 where he was Carpet Department Manager before becoming the Pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Shipshewana, IN. After serving there for three years, he spent a year as the music and youth director at First Baptist Church of Gravette, AR, three years as Pastor of Pottsville Baptist Church and a period of time as Pastor of Trinity Baptist Fellowship also in Pottsville. After those years of pastoral service, he was a teacher at Abundant Life Schools in North Little Rock and then at Drew Central Schools where he retired as a social studies, civics and geography teacher
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joy Lynn Wisner Graham of Monticello; a son, Jared Graham and wife Alysha of Montgomery, TX; a sister, Kathy Graham Campbell of Pine Bluff; two grandchildren, Brantley Shane Walters and Madelynn Renae Graham both of Montgomery, TX; a nephew, Bill Graham and wife Erica of Judsonia; and two great nephews, Nicholas Graham and wife Blake Alexis of Virginia and Eric Graham and wife Ashley of Little Rock.
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Monday, August 4, 2025, at First Baptist Church. There will be a visitation one hour preceding the funeral service from 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Good Faith Cemetery in Pine Bluff, AR. You can sign Ron's guestbook registry here on his page.
Condolences(7)
Laci Harris
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 5, 2025 Mrs. Joy & Family,I am so very sorry to hear of Mr. Grahams passing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless.
Laci, Crayton, Parker & Rhett Harris
Dr Kay Walter
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 3, 2025 Ron lived an inspirational life. All the people he touched shine brighter for his care and attention. May God's Comfort linger among those he leaves behind and sustain us all.Requiescat in pace, Friend.
Joy Holley
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 3, 2025 I am deeply sorry for your loss. May cherished memories bring you peace as you move forward.Sherry O'Neill -Rawls
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Joy,& family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap His loving arms around you & comfort you. I pray He will give you strength & blessings as you adjust to life without Ron. You are in my thoughts & prayers. I love you bunches!John Stark
, TX Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Mr. Ron,I know your son and what a good man you have taught him to be. I’ve heard stories of you and your collection of books. May you rest in peace. May we all find favor in the sight of our God as you have.
Your room was prepared. Everything was readied. Our Savior came for you. And now you are where He is forever! Praise be to God in the highest!
Sing praises for a saint has gone home!
Barbara Benton
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Mrs. Graham, I am so sorry for your loss.Velinda Gilmore
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 30, 2025 I want to give my condolences due to I was Mr. Ron caregiver. I will miss him dearly and I know that God sent me to take care of him. Mrs. Joy, I want you to know that I love you and Mr. Ron. Love,Velinda Gilmore CNAVelinda Gilmore