Ronald Dean Jessen, born Aug. 2, 1957, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Aug. 11, 2014.

He was a lifelong resident of Gloucester County.

Mr. Jessen was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick W. and Hilda E. Jessen.

He is survived by sons, Michael and Allen Jessen; sisters, Valerie Hogge and Brenda Van Gieson; brothers, Frederick, David, Robert, and Richard Jessen; grandsons, Prayze and Decarius, and step-mother, Gloria Jessen.

A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Abingdon Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 9, Bena, Va. 23018.

Thanks to special friend Steve Millen.