Ronnie Belden, 62, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
He was born December 5, 1963 in Kansas City, Kansas.
Ronnie owned and operated a construction company in Kansas City, Kansas, for many years. A jack-of—trades, he also was an auto and diesel mechanic.
Ronald loved to listen to classic rock, and hang out with friends, especially at barbecues. He was a big Vikings fan and liked to fish, arm wrestle, and play pool. One of the highlights of his life was being cast as an extra in the Sylvester Stallone movie “Over the Top.”
He was preceded in death by his father, James King; his grandparents; brother, Adam Metzger; and former wife, Sharon.
Survivors include his mother, Carolee Simmons; his children, Candace Eddaking, Shianne Belden-Hale, and Dakota Belden; six grandchildren; siblings, Marie Gaston (Forrest), Kenny Belden (Michelle), Tina Bessent, and Paul Metzger (Lisa); other extended family and friends.
