Ronnie Styles

Ronald “Ronnie” Ovard Styles, 81, of Greer, South Carolina passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, July 3, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Baltimore, Maryland on August 5, 1944, Ronnie was the son of the late Ovard Styles and Pauline Styles Backof. He attended Greer High School and was the founder and owner of Supreme Tool & Die, Inc. for over 60 years. He was a master tool and die maker and served as a mentor to many in the trade. He was an active member of Washington Baptist Church where he served in various ministries. Ronnie will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family and church, his many talents, his lifelong interest in World War II history, and the joy he found in traveling to the American West and spending time at the family's mountain home. Surviving are his wife of over 61 years, Carlene Styles who cared for him with love and grace until the end; daughters, Leasa Dacus (Bryan) and Sharon McCullough (Tim) both of Greer; six grandchildren, Emily Dean (Ethan), Cole Brannon (Lily), Nathan Brannon (Aysia), Ryan McCullough, Andrew McCullough (Kelly), and Sarah McCullough; four great-grandchildren, William Dean, Mary Caroline Dean, Hadley Brannon, and Dax Brannon; one brother, Stephen Backof (Sharon) and cousin, Jim Polson who was like a brother. The family expresses sincere appreciation to the many friends, family members, and the staff of Agape Hospice for their loving care, kindness, and support. The service will be held 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Washington Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. Trent Henson, Rev. Cole Brannon, and Pastor Nathan Brannon. A private family burial will follow. Pallbearers will be Ryan McCullough, Andrew McCullough, Ethan Dean, Tommy LaMartina, Mike O’Bryant, Chris O’Bryant, John Polson, and Hugh Sistare. Honorary Escort will be the Richard Spearman Sunday School Class of Washington Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at The Wood Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Washington Baptist Church, 3500 North Highway 14, Greer, South Carolina 29651. The family is at the home of his daughter, Sharon McCullough. Online condolences may be made at www.thewoodmortuary.com.

Ronnie Styles

August 5, 1944 - July 3, 2026