December 4, 1953 ~ September 19, 2020
Ronnie G “Fatman” Birge, 66, Glasgow, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2020 at his residence. A native of Barren County, he was a son of the late Quentin Birge and Opal Jean Goode Birge Harlow.
Ronnie was vice-president of the Glasgow Insurance Agency, Inc.; a classic car enthusiast; and a member of Austin Lodge # 847. He had been attending Highland Hills Church.
Survivors include his wife Debbie Hardison Birge; two sons: Jonathan Birge and wife Miranda, and Brandon Birge; two grandchildren: Hardison Birge and Whitley Birge; three brothers: Jerry Birge and wife Tommie, Rex Harlow, and Tim Birge; one sister, Livvie Birge; two special friends that were considered as brothers: Mike Bartlett and Wendy Frazier; his father-in-law, Jerry Hardison; a special niece who was instrumental in obtaining the necessary health care for Ronnie, Kathy Murray, along with several other nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-father who helped rear him, Lawrence Harlow.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Highland Hills Church with burial in the Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 pm Monday and after 9 am Tuesday at the church. Alternate expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Highland Hills Church or to the American Cancer Society ( www.cancer.org ). Arrangements have been entrusted to Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home.
In keeping with the Governor’s recommendations for safety during funeral and memorial services, social distancing will be necessary and face coverings are required.