Ronald Haney Henriques

Ronald “Ronnie” Haney Henriques, age 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 in his home in Ocala, Florida. Born on June 5, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Robert and Madeline Henriques Connell, Ronald was a loving son and a proud native of the city. Ronnie graduated from Jacksonville High School in Jacksonville, Alabama in 1964. In 1970, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southeastern Louisiana, where he was a member of Delta Sigma Pi fraternity. Immediately after graduating, Ronnie spent two years in the United States Air Force, where he met his wife of 55 years, Judy McBride Henriques. In 1974, Ronnie earned an MBA from the University of Southern Mississippi. Soon after, Ronnie and Judy moved to Atlanta to raise their two children. There, Ronnie discovered he was a natural-born salesman. Although Ronnie graced many industries with his gift, it was Volkswagen he deemed most worthy of his blessing. Through the 1970’s, 80’s, and early 90’s, Ronnie earned countless awards and accolades for successfully introducing thousands of Atlantans to VW’s Fahrvergnügen philosophy. A lifelong battle with Crohn’s disease forced Ronnie into early retirement in 1999. Ronnie loved golf, fishing, sports in general, and all things paranormal. But most of all, he loved spending time with friends and family. He was loved by all who knew him and will be remembered for his kind heart, easy smile and infectious laugh, sharp mind, devotion to his family, and his mostly-accurate Elvis impression. He is survived by his wife Judy, son James, daughter and son-in-law Ami and Pete Whelan, granddaughters Mia and Ella, older sister Lorie Lodrigues, younger brother Donnie Henriques, and several nieces and nephews; he is preceded in death by older brother Bobby Henriques. He was a loving father and took immense pride in his children and grandchildren, and treasured every moment spent with them. His memory will be cherished by his wife, children, and grandchildren, as well as by his extended family and friends. In accordance with his wishes, Ronald's body was donated to science. A service will not be held at this time. The family requests that any memorial donations be made to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation. https://p2p.onecause.com/diy-tributes-memorials/memorial/in-memory-of-ronald-henriques

Ronald Haney Henriques

June 5, 1946 - September 16, 2025