Ronald "Ron" Eydt

Ronald “Ron” Eydt 79, of Tellico Plains, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022 while surrounded by his immediate family.

Ron is survived by the love of his life for over 60 years, Cammie Smith Eydt and his daughter Jody Eydt; brothers Danny (Ellen) and Victor (Marnie); five living nephews and one niece; two special friends Rick Saunders and Ernie Villalobos.

He is preceded in death by his parents Victor & Betty Eydt.

Numerous friends, colleagues, coworkers, students and athletes from his years of teaching & administration will also miss Ron’s dedication, positive influence and sense of humor.

Ron was born in Niagara Falls, NY. He was a graduate of Indiana University & Lincoln Memorial University where he received his Master’s degree. He wore many hats during his career in education. He taught science and physical education, was a coach of basketball & football in both FL & TN. Ron was also named Coach of the Year for the season of 1978-79 by the Ft Lauderdale News & Miami Herald newspapers.

Ron dedicated 43 years to teaching & coaching; 28 of those were served in TN, 13 as Principal in two Monroe County Schools. He also served as a Monroe County School Board member. Ron was Dean of Students and Administration at TMI in Sweetwater.

Ron and his wife Cammie worked with special needs children & adults as owners and operators of Tall Pine Camp in Coker Creek, TN for 23 years.

He was a positive influence and inspiration to countless children and adults throughout his life. If you had the pleasure of knowing him then your life was enriched by his devotion and love for others.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 6:00 p. m., Tuesday April 5, 2022 in the chapel of Myers Funeral Home with Father Julius officiating. There will also be time for family and friends to share their wonderful memories during the service. The family respectfully requests in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to Monroe County Animal Shelter, 170 Kefauver Lane Madisonville, TN 37354 (423) 442-1015. The family request that NO black be wore for Ron's celebration.