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Ronald J. Best Obituary

The passing of Ronald J. Best in Lafayette, Louisiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Merle Best and Theresa Best; and his siblings, Terri Taormina and Timothy "Tim" Best. He is survived by: his wife Holly Ann Best; his sons, Patrick Best, Cyrus Best, Jack Burns and Nicholas Best; his grandchildren, Augustine Best and Annabeth Best; his brother Edward Best (Debby); his brother-in-law Leonard Oakes (Lisa); and his pet Maggie. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Sunday, March 29th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Monday, March 30th 2026 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Cypress Funeral Home (206 W Lafayette St, Maurice, LA 70555). A rosary was held on Sunday, March 29th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Monday, March 30th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.

In Lieu of flowers, please donate to MD Anderson Houston Cancer Center (https://gifts.mdanderson.org) and the American Cancer Society Ron's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center for the care they provided him during his time of need.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cypress Funeral Home & Crematory



Sun

Mar 29

Visitation

Cypress Funeral Home
206 W Lafayette St, Maurice, LA 70555

Sun

Mar 29

Rosary

Cypress Funeral Home
206 W Lafayette St, Maurice, LA 70555

Mon

Mar 30

Visitation

Cypress Funeral Home
206 W Lafayette St, Maurice, LA 70555

Mon

Mar 30

Funeral service

Cypress Funeral Home
206 W Lafayette St, Maurice, LA 70555

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