Ronald Everette Pipkens, 63, Tampa, Fla., died Nov. 21, 2005, in Florida.

He was born Feb. 4, 1942, in Clay County, the son of Everette and Dwila "Dot" Ward Pipkens.

He served 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps and retired as a Captain. During his service he was awarded eight distinguished medals. He was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. Pipkens was an avid golfer.

He was preceded in death by his father, Everette Pipkens.

He is survived by his mother, Dwila "Dot" Pipkens of Corning; three sons, Douglas Pipkens of Stewart, Fla., Michael Pipkens and Scott Pipkens, both of Tampa, Fla.; and other relatives and friends.

Memorial graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, 2005, in the Mitchell Cemetery in Greenway with Kevin Murray officiating.

Hoggard and Sons Funeral Home of Piggott was in charge of the arrangements.