Trending
Ronald Larry Morehouse Jr. (Rooster), 69, of Marietta, Ohio, was called home and is now being held in the arms of his savior, on June 21, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. Ron was born October 18, 1954, in Newport, RI. Ron grew up in Lorain Ohio until he left to serve in the United States Marine Corps. Upon release from the Marine Corps, he began working in construction. But the real joy of his life was singing and playing in bands from one coast to the other. One of Ron's proudest moments was his recent induction into the WV Country Music Hall of Fame. He played, sang, and entertained for more than 50 years.
On February 9, 2010, Ron married his soul mate and the love of his life, Teresa Beaver, who survives him. Ron is also survived by daughters, Lindsey Kirkpatrick and Brittany Wheeler, both of Marietta, Ohio. Ron is survived by sons, Ronnie Morehouse and Trentity James (TJ) Morehouse, both of Marietta, Ohio. Numerous grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He is survived by brother-in-law, Larry Booth, of Midland Michigan. He is also survived by two sisters, Lori Lockhart of Parkersburg WV and Sherri Hendrickson and her husband Don Brown of Williamstown, WV. Ron is also survived by Teresa's parents, Rick and Judy Beaver, who he considered his second parents, and his very special brother-in-law, David Beaver. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald and Bernice Morehouse. His daughter Julie Wheeler. Two brothers, Clayton Morehouse and Vernon Morehouse. One sister, Tammy Booth. And brother-in-law, Dave Hendrickson.
The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Marietta Memorial who provided care and support to both Ron and his family. Ron will be cremated, and no services will be held at this time. A celebration of life is being planned for the near future. The family request, in lieu of flowers, that any contribution be directed to Teresa Morehouse, to help offset funeral expenses.