Ronald Griffin Bethea

June 10, 1949 - March 10, 2021

Ronald Griffin Bethea, 71, of Myrtle Beach passed away on March 10, 2021. He was born on June 10, 1949 in Conway, South Carolina to the late Annie Mae Bennett and Robert Washington. A native of Murrells Inlet, he attended Howard High School. He began his career working at Bay Harbor Restaurant at a young age. For the last 33 years, he has worked for Orangeburg Cable. Ron was a hard worker, always putting others first and serving them with kindness and a smile. His two greatest loves were his family and the Miami Dolphins. An avid food lover and chef, he never hesitated to share his gift with others. He was often the center of attention at parties and family functions. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Samira Greene-WilsonSpann and father-in-law, John Smith (Ann). Surviving are his loving wife of 30 years, Tanya Bethea, daughters Regina Bethea of Myrtle Beach, Yettra Sweet (Dave) of Raleigh, and Kutura Greene Myers of Charleston; sons Ron Greene, Ronald “RJ” Bethea, Jr., and Jason Bethea, all of Myrtle Beach. Grandchildren Kwaje Bethea, Loshaneque Rutledge and Jeheim Myers. Great grandchildren Ahlia Bethea and Koa Rutledge. Nine brothers and sisters, many uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. A lovely mother-in-law, Gladys Smith, and lifelong friend, Erine Floyd. A graveside service will be held 12:00pm Monday, March 15, 2021 at Hillcrest Cemetery, 1000 Hwy 544, Conway, SC 29526. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00pm Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Burroughs Funeral Home, 3558 Old Kings Hwy, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.