Ronald “Ron” Dale Haygood
Ronald “Ron” Dale Haygood, age 79 of Montevallo passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Ron was born on Sunday, July 22, 1945, to his parents, Virgil C. Haygood and Opal Wynell Hodges Haygood, both have preceded him in passing. He is also preceded by two of his sisters, Wanda Dove and Joyce Drescher. Ron is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Gloria Fochtmann Haygood; children, Michael Dale Haygood (Peggy), Mark Haygood (Michael), and Krystal Fochtmann; grandchildren, Chance Haygood, Michael Lake Haygood, Dalex Haygood, Lorie Brooke Haygood-Gilgore (Hunter); great granddaughter, Weslie Gilgore; sister, Sheila Swindell; brother, Vernon Haygood; many nieces, nephews; many caring in-laws and many friends that will greatly miss him.
Ron retired from Allied systems after 20 years of service as a Road Technician. Ron had many accomplishments in his life that he was very proud of. He served in the US Army for 3 years and was honorably discharged with decorations in Marksman (Rifle) and Sharpshooter (Pistol), Ron was a life time member of The American Legion, Department of Alabama, Past Commander- Department of Alabama The American Legion and Past 21st District Commander of The American Legion, Veteran Administration Volunteer Service, Representative – Birmingham VA, Charter member of The Sons of the American Legion, Member of the National Veterans Day Committee, Member of the Support Committee Alabama National Cemetery Montevallo, Life member of the Vietnam Association, Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Life member of the Marine Corp League, 592 Howlin Mad Smith Det Al Sadie. Ron was very proud that his grandsons, Chance, Michael and Dalex joined the US Air Force.
Services for Ron will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Alabama National Cemetery for a Committal Service with Military Honors at 1:15 p.m.
A very special friend to my family for years. Sending love to all the family and many friends♥️
Sending love and hugs to you guys during this difficult time. I’m sure he’s catching up with his long time friend Jesse Williams Jr now that they’re back together. Love you so much 💗
My mentor, my brother-in-arms, my friend. Love and prayers to Gloria and the rest of his family, but also to his extended “family” of veterans, sons and daughters of veterans, and friends. Miss you so much!
Always welcomed me at Legion events. A huge hole in my heart.
My prayers are with Gloria and family.
My name is Dennis R. Boland and I had the honor of serving with Ron on our National Children & Youth Commission. He was one of the most dedicated Legionnaires supporting our Children & Youth Programs. He will be sorely missed throughout the American Legion. Thanks my friend for being a good friend and may God Bless You.
My Condolences to Gloria and family. We lost a good person and legionnaire. The Department of Alabama lost a mentor that will be missed.