Ronald Edward "Pops" Kidd, 53, of Jacksonville, IL, died Thursday, April 29, 2021, at St. Louis University in St. Louis, MO. He was born Oct. 8, 1967, in Chicago, the son of Alfred Muse and Dorothy Kidd. At the age of 2, he was adopted and raised by his grandparents, Mary and Leroy Kidd. He married Tiena Jordan on Dec. 5, 1992, in Chicago, and she survives. Through their union, they had five children, Sonja Jordan, Val Jordan, Quinnest Lee, Brandon Jordan, and Dane Edward Kidd; and four grandchildren, Allanah Jordan, Justin Kingery Jr., Makeijah Lacey, and Brandon Jordan Jr. He is also survived by two brothers, Reginald (Sandra) Kidd and Ricardo (Marilyn) Kidd; one sister/biological aunt, Monique (Ivan) Talbert; one sister, Ane (William) Mouton; one adopted sister, Virginia (Michael) Gibbs; two goddaughters, Jenyfer Charley and Jayla Tate; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. Mr. Kidd was a 1985 graduate of Lakeview High School in Chicago. He had lived and worked in Portland, OR, and Sunnyvale, CA, for several years. In 1992, he attended Loyola University in Chicago. Ronn was an active and prominent member of Mt. Emory Baptist Church in Jacksonville. He was instrumental in beginning the Multimedia Ministry at the church, as well as the Wood River Baptist District Association. He had also served as the Administrator of the Mt. Emory Baptist Church Learning Center, teaching young people computer skills. In 2013 he and Tiena opened TJRONN Multimedia, specializing in event photography, videography, and streaming services. Ronn was an avid Chicago Cubs fan, and a dedicated family man. At Ronns request, his body was donated to science for research purposes, and to help others. A memorial service will be hosted by the family 3:00-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2021, outside of Mt. Emory Baptist Church. Per the family's request, please bring no food due to COVID-19, wear your mask, and maintain social distancing. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI) Student Activity Fund. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is assisting the family. Condolences may be left at buchanancody.com. . Celebration of Life Mt. Emory Baptist Church Saturday, May 15, 2021 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM 424 S. Church Street Jacksonville, IL 62650