Craig Alan Ronnie

Craig Ronnie, age 63 of Cyrus, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024.

Celebration of life for Craig Ronnie will be held Saturday, June 29, 2024, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at The Lariat in Cyrus, MN.

Craig was born on June 12,1961, in Starbuck, Minnesota, to Clarmont & Virginia Ronnie. He was baptized and confirmed at the Cyrus Lutheran Church. Craig graduated with the Cyrus High School Class of 1979. Following high school, he headed off on an adventure with his good friend, Kent Engrebretson, to work on a ranch in Hyattville, Wyoming. He then returned to the family farm to continue farming with his dad, Clem Ronnie. Craig also worked for Morris Sealcoat and Meixel Trucking. He enjoyed following NASCAR racing and was able to travel to some races with his buddies. Each fall he looked forward to carrying on the traditional deer camp at the family farm where he would sit along the banks of the Chippewa River. He also found much joy in working and simply staying busy. Craig had a few fun nicknames such as: Uncle Buck, Whiskers, and Craigers. He loved giving people grief just to see them smile and give it right back. He had a big heart and was always willing to lend a hand.

In June of 2009, Craig married his “dear” wife Dina Rivas. Simultaneously, he became the world’s best step-dad and grandpa.

Survived by his wife: Dina Ronnie of Cyrus, MN; Dina’s children: Doug Schmidt of Morris, MN, Dominic (Heather) Schmidt of Woonsocket, South Dakota, and Danessa (Teresa) Schmidt of Tofte, MN; brother: Larry (Dianne) Ronnie of Glenwood, MN; sisters: Bev (Ken) Paulzine of Glenwood, MN, Linda Martin of Cody, Wyoming, Carol (Rick) Jennings of Wanda, MN, and Brenda Skare of Lakeville, MN; and twelve grandchildren.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents: Clarmont and Virginia Ronnie; and three brothers-in-law: Victor Moreno, Wayne Skare, and Harold Martin.

THE FAMILY REQUESTS THAT ALL DESERTS PLEASE BE BROUGHT TO THE CELEBRATION OF LIFE ON SATURDAY, INSTEAD OF BRINGING THEM TO THE FAMILY’S HOME.

IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE TO VISIT CRAIG’S STONE, YOU MAY DO SO AT THE REMEMBRANCE GARDEN LOCATED AT THE HORTICULTURE DISPLAY GARDEN LOCATED AT 46353 STATE
HIGHWAY 329, MORRIS, MINNESOTA, 56267.

Arrangements are with Pedersen Funeral Home in Morris, MN.