Ronald Loy Williamson, 78, of Simpson, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2014 in Longview.  He was born January 16, 1936 in Port Sulphur, Louisiana to Eugene L. Williamson and Thelma J. Hicks Williamson.  Mr. Williamson served in the United States Navy from 1957 to 1962.  He was an Eagle Scout and Boy Scout Leader. He was member of a Shreveport Astronomy Club, Southwest Louisiana Amateur Radio Club, N.H. Bray Masonic Lodge #208 in Slagle, Louisiana, Annacopa Shrine, Simpson Baptist Church and the Simpson VFD, where he previously served as fire chief.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at Pine Island Cemetery in Simpson, Louisiana with Bro. Jeremy Blocker officiating.  A visitation will be held one hour prior to service time at Simpson Baptist Church.

He is survived by
Children:
Daniel Williamson of Joaquin
Amanda Jones and husband, Kenneth of Center

Grandson: J.T. Jones of Center

Numerous other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by
Parents: Eugene L. Williamson and Thelma J. Hicks Williamson
Brother: Leroy Williamson