Ronald Louis Clinton, affectionately known as “Ron,” was born on December 18, 1983, in San Diego, California, to Ronald Rowe and Tammy Clinton-Littlejohn. While his mother worked full-time, Ron was lovingly raised with the support of both sets of grandparents. His grandfather, a devoted bishop, helped shape Ron’s faith and values early on—a foundation he carried throughout his life. Ron accepted Christ as a young boy and remained grounded in that faith.
A proud graduate of Hoover High School’s Class of 2002, Ron soon began his military journey. He first served in the U.S. Air Force, then transitioned to the U.S. Army in 2009, training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, as a 13B Field Artilleryman. Ron’s distinguished Army career took him across the country and overseas. He served at Fort Stewart, Georgia, including a deployment to Iraq during the transition from Operation Iraqi Freedom to Operation New Dawn. From 2012 to 2015, he was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado, where he held leadership roles and deployed to Kuwait in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (Spartan Shield).
In 2015, Ron joined the U.S. Army Recruiting Command, serving in leadership positions in the Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, and Phoenix Battalions. His passion for mentorship earned him numerous honors, including the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and the Gold Recruiting Badge. He completed many leadership and military education courses, always striving for excellence. Nearing retirement, he dreamed of one day becoming a Command Sergeant Major.
Beyond his uniform, Ron was a devoted husband, father, son, and friend. In 2003, he married his high school sweetheart, Laticia Clinton. Their nearly 22-year union was filled with love, faith, and joy. Together, they raised three daughters—Ranicia, Destini, and Nylah’Rose—who were his pride and joy. Ron often said everything he did was for them.
A lifelong Chargers fan, Ron was a proud season ticket holder who eagerly awaited football season each year. Whether at the stadium or watching from home, game days were sacred.
Ron brought joy, humor, and warmth wherever he went. He was the heartbeat of his family, often saying, “I am too blessed to be stressed.”
Ron passed away on May 19, 2025.
Preceded in death by his grandparents, Ron is survived by his wife, daughters, parents, uncles; Glen Clinton and Patrick Rowe, and many loving relatives and friends who will forever cherish his memory.
