Ronald Kenneth Crenshaw

Pastor Ronald Kenneth Crenshaw, age 69, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 7, 2026, in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Ronald was born on June 10, 1956, in Schenectady, New York, to Theodore Crenshaw and Modeen Crenshaw Brown. He was raised in the Bronx, New York, where he developed the strong faith, character, and determination that would guide him throughout his life. Following his marriage to the love of his life, Wendy Crenshaw, Ronald relocated to Bakersfield, California, where he practiced medicine as a physician. While medicine was his profession, God’s calling became his life’s purpose. He answered that call and was anointed as a pastor and teacher of the Gospel through Shekinah Ministries, where he faithfully served and impacted countless lives through his ministry. Ronald lived a remarkably multifaceted life. In addition to being a dedicated physician and pastor, he was a gifted musician and composer. He also possessed a passion for building and craftsmanship, personally remodeling both his home and his church. His creativity, wisdom, faith, and servant’s heart touched everyone who knew him. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 46 years, Wendy Crenshaw; his mother, Modeen Brown; his daughter, Charisse Nartey; and his son, Michael Crenshaw (Susan). He is also survived by his siblings: Tyrone Crenshaw (Nancy), Ted Hampton (Debra), Angela Ashley, Carolyn Smith (John), Nyra Crenshaw, Ginger Crenshaw, Kim Brown, and Nikki Brown. His cherished grandchildren include Gabriel, Elijah, Natalia, Claire, Nathaniel, and Olivia. He is further survived by numerous nieces and nephews, including Ernest Dubose (Deanna), Taurian McAuley, Jimmy McAuley, John Smith Jr. (Jessica), Sharielle, Marissa, Gary Williams, and Ashley, as well as many great-nieces and great-nephews, including Deja, Deric, Duran, Ashley, Gary III, Synia, Avi, John III, Jimmy Jr., Jasmine, and Trinity. Ronald also leaves behind his adopted daughters, Jasmin and Aleigha, along with many extended family members, friends, and members of the faith community whose lives were enriched by his love, guidance, and unwavering devotion to God. He was preceded in death by his father, Theodore Crenshaw, and his sister, Cheerilyn Williams. Memorial contributions may be made in Ronald’s honor to the Center for Manifestations India Missions. www.centerformanifestation.com/give (India Missions) The family invites all who knew and loved Ronald to share their memories and condolences as they celebrate a life dedicated to faith, family, service, and love.

Ronald Kenneth Crenshaw

June 10, 1956 - June 7, 2026