Ronnie Cleo Holt, 72, passed away Monday, Dec. 29, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Lincoln County, Tennessee, on Oct. 15, 1953, to the late Charles Baxter and Daisy Dora McKin Holt. Ronnie was a machine setter for Cosmolab prior to his retirement and was a member of the Plevna Church of Jesus.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Balch Holt.

He is survived by his step-son, Jason Balch; step-grandson, Brett Balch; step-great-grandson, Bryson Balch; sisters, Denese Honea and Tanya Holt; brothers, Rickey (Janice) Holt, Britt (Tami) Holt; along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Graveside services were held Friday, January 2, 2026, at Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Sister Carol Holt officiating and Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home in charge.

Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Ronnie Cleo Holt.