Ronnie Kenneth Gee

May 9, 1952 – August 22, 1961 (That’s right—Ronnie died young and often, but this time it might actually stick.)

Ronnie Kenneth Gee of Tha Block House (by way of Covington, Nashville, and born in Milledgeville, Georgia) passed away on August 22, 1961, in Atlanta. Or at least that’s what the official record says—those who knew him know he probably faked his death for the story, and because he heard the next world might have better acoustics.

Ronnie was many things: a world-class pipe fitter in his day, a hell of a sprinkler man (no, seriously, the best), and a professional musician who could play the guitar better than most people can breathe. In fact, he could play the box the guitar came in—and probably make it cry. Music was the pulse of his life, right alongside his dogs, his people, and a near-professional dedication to sex, drugs, and rock & roll (not necessarily in that order).

He is survived by his tribe, starting with his kids—Justin Gee, Alison Flege, and Meagan Mock (self-proclaimed daughter-in-law, but let’s be real: she made the cut). His forever love and ex-wife, Elaine Hogan, never really got the “ex” memo, and thank God for that. Grandkids Tori Taylor, Audrey Etheridge, Coy Howard, Eve Howard, Cadence Flege, Will Howard, Junior Howard, Kendall Flege, and Matty Gee kept him entertained, exhausted, and occasionally wondering what he started. Great-grandchild Brantlee Holmes brought him joy and probably a few gray hairs.

He follows into the next jam session his brother David Gee and honorable mention Ricky Taylor (RIP), plus a lineup of good company who always made for a wild time. He leaves behind his siblings Jane Byars, Thomas & Pam Gee, and Lamar Gee, who are probably still laughing at whatever he last said. His parents A.J. and Louise Gee no doubt greeted him with a drink, a hug, and an eye-roll.

If you knew Ronnie, you knew this: he was a nut. The good kind. The kind that made you laugh ’til you snorted, cry ’cause he was crying (with a drink in hand), and feel like a rockstar because he always hyped you up—especially if you were about to walk in the door. He made you feel important because, to him, you were. He loved hard, played harder, and probably left behind more guitars than clean socks.

A celebration of Ronnie’s alleged passing will be held on May 17, 2025, at 496 Kings Rd SE, Milledgeville, GA 31061. This is your official invite—don’t be rude. He died so y’all would have a reason to party. Bring your best story, your biggest laugh, and maybe a guitar pick. We’ll handle the rest. Try to be there by 5:00 P.M. BYOB

Honorable Mentions (because they know why): Dwayne & Elaine, Darlene, Paula, Tracie, Holly, P.J., Fireball, Fonda, Travis, The Drummer, Mell, Red, Tim, Joe, Fruity, Kayla, David, Skyler, Logan (RIP), Lily, Heather, Stacy, Stephanie, Tinky, Judy, and in case we forgot anybody: @highlight

Rock on, Ronnie. You were the main act.

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