Virginia Opaldene Ragsdale

Virginia Opaldene Deakins Ragsdale went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 19, 2024. She passed away on her 94th birthday. 

The oldest of three children, she was born in Sanford, Tennessee in 1930. From exceedingly humble beginnings, her life was filled with a love of family and a true Tennessee Volunteer spirit. Whether it was being a Cub Scout Den mother, youth sports volunteer or service at the American Legion she was always active in helping others. Along with her husband, they worked tirelessly and unselfishly to provide an amazing life for their family. She lived the majority of her life in Cleveland, Tennessee before moving to Knoxville and later Dandridge to live with her family. Virginia was a loyal member for decades at the North Cleveland Baptist Church. 

She was proceeded in death in 2010 by her loving husband of 60 years, Roy Ragsdale. She was also proceeded by her parents Ernest and Cora Mae Deakins, brother Donald Deakins, and sister Linda Deakins. She is survived by her son Michael Ragsdale and his wife Alison, grandson, David Ragsdale and granddaughters Ruby Kate and Annie Wagley. She will also be missed by her dog, Heath to whom she supplied an endless stream of “treats” over the years. The family wants to thank the amazing staff at the Jefferson Park Nursing Home for their love and compassion over the past several months. In lieu of flowers, the family request you consider a memorial to East Tennessee Childrens Hospital ( 2018 West Clinch Ave. Knoxville 37916), or Knoxville Habitat for Humanity (PO Box 27478, Knoxville 37927). 

ARRANGEMENTS BY FARRAR FUNERAL HOME, DANDRIDGE, TN