Mr. Ernest Douglas "Ernie" Ragland, age 82, of Summerville, GA, died Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at his residence.

Mr. Ragland was born October 24, 1941, in Lyerly, GA, son of the late Roy Howard Ragland and Vonnie Ruth Abernathy Ragland.  He was of the Baptist faith, and prior to his retirement, was employed with Reichold Chemical.

In his younger days, he loved hunting and the outdoors.  He was an amazing cook and looked forward to his annual October stew cooking with his family and friends.  Mr. Ragland enjoyed nothing more than small gatherings and company stopping by for jokes and conversation.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Dennis Ragland and William "Poot" Ragland; and his soulmate and partner of 25 years, Rita Fay Campbell.

Survivors include his son, Randy (Rachel) Ragland; daughter, Ginger (Guy) McCarty; honorary daughter, Kelli Broome; sister, Patricia (Jack) Rich; and 9 grandchildren.

A graveside service will be planned by the family at a later date at Johnson Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (www.stjude.org).

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105
Tel: 1-800-805-5856
Web: http://www.stjude.org/