Cleve Leon 'Ronnie' Stafford passed away in Holdenville, Oklahoma on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the age of 78 years.

Ronnie is the son of John Washington Stafford & Juanita (Hampton) Stafford, born on July 2, 1947, in Holdenville, Oklahoma. He was brought up and attended schools in the Yeager community, along with ten siblings. He was a farmer/rancher, and owned and operated Stafford Construction, a general contractor of residential homes. He loved fishing and hunting, and playing softball.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John & Juanita Stafford; four brothers: J. W. 'Dub' Stafford, Bill Stafford, Harvey Stafford, and Charles 'Johnny' Stafford; five sisters: Marie Burkhart, Barbara Deason, Wyona Rinkle, Virginia Smith, and Alma Moon.

He is survived by one son, Ronnie Stafford, and one granddaughter, Shea Stafford, both of Holdenville; one brother and sister-in-law, Jackie & Beverly Stafford of Oklahoma City; a special nephew he spent a lot of time with, Jerry Stafford; a very close lifelong friend, Larry Scroggins; nieces and nephews, other family members, and many friends.

Graveside memorial service were held on Thursday, September 11, 2025, 10:30am at Holdenville Cemetery.