Ronald “Ronnie” Glenn Marshall entered the world on August 5, 1958 in Yuma Colorado, and left it on January 23, 2026 in Denver Colorado. He is preceded in death by his father, Bill Marshall, his brother, Bill Marshall, his in laws Roy and Cleta Hill, brother in laws Steve and Dave Hill, and brother in law Bob Adamson.
He is survived by his beloved wife Cindy Marshall, his mother Ada Marshall, his children Kristi (JJ) Roseberry and Steve (Nicole) Marshall, his sisters Susan (Bob) Adamson, Connie (Smiley) Pieper, and Linda (Gale) Hill, his granddaughters Haylee Roseberry, Payton Marshall, Rylee Roseberry, and Madyson Marshall, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Ronnie’s early years were spent getting into mischief in Vona, Colorado. Sometime in the early 1960s, the Marshall family moved to Cope, Colorado. There, he met the love of his life.
In high school, Ronnie played football and wrestled. He also tried track for a while, but decided it wasn’t for him. Even though Ronnie was young, he knew Cindy was the one for him, and they married just two months after he graduated. June 12, 1976 marked the start of a wonderful and love filled marriage, despite Ronnie and Cindy’s young age. In fact, his father had to sign for him to be married since Ronnie was still underage.
Ronnie and Cindy bought and ran the Cope gas station faithfully until their daughter, Kristi Kay, entered the world. On August 11, 1978, Ronnie became exactly what he was made for. He was a loving and faithful father, and his family was complete with the birth of Steven Wesley on April 9, 1983.
Ronnie worked many miscellaneous jobs through his adventurous life. He worked at the mines in Leadville briefly, and drove truck for Lance Brown (which sparked a lifelong friendship). Also, Ronnie worked for Hickerts for many years, and then went on to start Marshall and Sons, a sprinkler business that had much success. Though he loved his jobs, he really found a calling when he began work for Slusser Bro’s Construction Company. There, he learned his beloved trade of “playing in the dirt.” Many years were spent behind the wheel of a scraper, something he was not only known for but enjoyed immensely.
In 2011, Ronnie was diagnosed with stage four throat cancer. Though this was extremely life threatening, he fought hard and pulled through by September of that year. After being diagnosed cancer free, he bought his own scraper and away he went! He started his own earthmoving company and ran it with vigor until his death.
Along with his family, the Cope Fire Department was the biggest part of his life. He spent 49 years being a member, and 15 being the chief. The dedication he had to this cause was extremely honorable. Ronnie took much pride in his firefighters and the selfless hours and passion they put into the department.
Ronnie touched every life he came across. He made countless friends throughout his lifetime. His life was extremely full with love both received and given. Never was he seen without a smile or a helping hand. He will be missed dearly not only by his family, but by the community built around him.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Arickaree School. Memorial donations may be made to the Cope Volunteer Fire Department.