Craig Alan Ronnie

A Celebration of Life for Craig Alan Ronnie of Cyrus, MN will be held Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m at The Lariat in Cyrus. The family requests that all desserts please be brought to the celebration of life on Saturday, instead of bringing them to the family's home.

Craig Alan Ronnie passed away on June 23, 2024, in Morris, Minnesota, having reached the age of 63 years.

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 Engebretson, 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.

Craig will be lovingly remembered by his wife Dina; three step-children, Doug Schmidt, Dominic (Heather) Schmidt, and Danessa (Teresa) Schmidt; twelve grandchildren; and his siblings, Linda Martin, Larry (Dianne) Ronnie, Brenda Skare, Bev (Ken) Paulzine, and Carol (Rick) Jenniges. Also, all of his nieces, nephews, many cousins and countless friends and community members. Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Clarmont and Virginia Ronnie; and three brothers-in-law, Victor Moreno, Wayne Skare, and Harold Martin.

Honorary Pallbearers are Craig's step-sons: Doug Schmidt and Dominic Schmidt and all nieces and nephews.

Pedersen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.