Mr. Ronnie Joe Temples, 64, of Hartwell, passed away Friday, August 18, 2023 at his home surrounded by his sons and loving family.

Born on February 7, 1959 in Anderson SC, he was the son of the late George Temples and Dorothy Jo Richardson Temples.  He was retired from Milliken-Newton Plant, an avid golfer, a member of Bowersville Masonic Lodge # 595 and a member of the Cedar Creek Baptist Church. Ronnie lived for his two sons, Jake and Justin.  He loved coaching Little League Baseball and Football and making a positive difference in young boy's lives.

Survivors include his two sons: Jake Temples (Amanda Lack) and Justin Temples (Beth Sanders) all of Hartwell; two grandsons: Jace & A.J. Temples; a brother: Jerry Temples of Hartwell; a sister: Joy T. Rousey of Royston and a special niece: Autumn Barnes.  Mr. Temples was preceded in death by his parents and a brother: Randy Temples.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 22, 2023 from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Strickland Funeral home of Hartwell.  Other times the family will be at their respective homes.

A memorial service celebrating Mr. Ronnie Temples' life will be held Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Strickland Funeral Home with Rev. Ken Buffington officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 105 West Park Drive, Suite C, Athens GA 30606 or to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis TN 38105.

The Strickland Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hartwell is in charge of all arrangements.