Peacefully, with his family by his side, Ron passed away at Oakview Place on Sunday, April 28.
Ron is survived by his loving wife Donna; daughter Rhonda and her husband Robin Chestnut; son David and his wife Nancy Lecuyer; and daughter Wendy and her husband Garett Kolsun; as well, he will be greatly missed by his four grandchildren, Christian and Blake Kolsun, and Lauren and Liam Lecuyer.
Ron grew up in Winnipeg, and following his marriage to Donna in 1965, they raised their children in St. James.
Ron’s working career for many years took him into medical and surgical sales, a job he loved and was very dedicated to. He was with Northland Healthcare for most of his career until he retired at age 70.
He was a long-time member of the Winnipeg Canoe Club where he enjoyed playing tennis, squash, racquetball and golf. In the 70`s he often played music for the Canoe Club social events, when disco was in vogue.
His favorite place was the lake, whether it was Falcon Lake or West Hawk, sitting on the deck with a good rum and coke. Many a Sunday after the family went back home, he enjoyed a good game of cards with Wendy. Falcon Lake Golf Course was his favorite, and he even got a trophy for a hole in one there. His children all learned to improve their game with his guidance on that course.
To Ron – his family was his whole world. When the kids moved away, he would show up with his handyman belt and tools and work tirelessly on so many projects over the years. He loved to help out whenever he could. He also loved all the family pets – from hamsters to a piglet, a guinea pig and a rabbit, a cat and dogs. Willow was especially loved, and we know she will miss him.
The family would like to extend our love and gratitude to his caregivers at Oakview, especially Barb and Tatiana who made sure Ron received the utmost in comfort care and provided us with so much love and support.
At Ron’s request, his family will celebrate his life at a private service. Donations in Ron’s memory can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
