Ronald Odell Rumsey Obituary
In loving memory of Ronald Odell Rumsey (Hampton, Virginia), born in Greensboro, North Carolina, who departed this world on May 22, 2026 at the age of 87. Ronald leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ronald Odell Rumsey to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerald R. Rumsey and Madge Rumsey; and his brothers, Ray Rumsey and Donald Rumsey. He is survived by: his wife Sylvia P. Rumsey; his children, William Rumsey (Tammy), Susan Hull (Scott), Anna Rumsey (Rachel), Julie Scoggin and Amy Wolfe (Kelly); his grandchildren, Derrick Rumsey, Logan Hull, Shaye Allibbai, Emma McManus, Will McManus, Andrew Wolfe, John Wolfe, Austin Lambeth, Payton Lambeth and Rigdon Lambeth; and his sisters-in-law, Grace Rumsey and Sally Rumsey. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great nephews; and a host of dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 26th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church (110 E Queen St, Hampton, VA 23669). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 26th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 28th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Guilford Memorial Park (6000 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Camp Rainbow Connection at crcva.org/give.
