Ronald Edward Pearson, 62, of Murfreesboro died Monday, May 2, at Middle Tennessee Medical Center following an extended illness. Mr. Pearson was born in McMinnville and was the son of the late Ronald and Irene Ramsey Pearson. He enjoyed his work in the area of automotive restoration and was a gifted musician.Survivors include his only daughter, Michelle Roehl and her husband Jereme of Jonesborough; one granddaughter, Olivia Roehl of Jonesborough; one aunt, Louise Pearson of Oak Ridge; and also a stepmother, Sue Pearson of Clarksville.No public services were held.