The family of Ronald “Ron” Walter Wilson of the Town of Goderich is saddened to announce his passing as a result of a heart condition on April 25th, 2020 at the age of 76 years.
He will be lovingly and forever remembered by his wife of 56 years, Verlyn “Lynn” Wilson (nee Lunn); daughter Kelly Wilson (Dave Carr-Pries); grandchildren Jack and Quinn Bedard; sisters Marie Hall (Cliff Hall), Shirley Ashton (Sherwood Ashton); brothers Gary Wilson (Sue Wilson) and Larry Wilson (Anne Wilson); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Walter and Idabel Wilson.
Ron was born in Ridgetown, Ontario and moved to Goderich in 1970’s with his wife Lynn and daughter Kelly. He began his career as a machinist at Champion Road Graders and Gearco. Later in his career he specialized in CAD/CAM product and equipment development at Volvo.
When he retired at 62, he applied his handyman skills around the home and always offered a helping hand to family, friends, and neighbours. Although he kept himself busy he would never turn down a hand of cribbage, or a trip to Culbert’s Bakery to pick up a box of cream puffs to share with Jack and Quinn.
Ron was proud to say that the steps on his daily walks with his dog added up to having walked across the entire USA and the Great Wall of China! A highlight of every week was going line dancing and being with the love of his life, Lynn.
At Ron’s request there will be no funeral or celebration of life. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations for a memorial bench in the Town of Goderich, Autism Ontario London, or Heart and Stroke Foundation are gratefully appreciated and may be arranged through McCallum & Palla Funeral Home.
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Amanda Murray
oh Lynn . I am so sorry. He was a happy lovely man. We just found out yesterday. Deeply sorry for your loss. Amanda Murray
Alex Ronyson
I will always remember Ron for his frendship all the way from High School,
to the Tobacco fields and beyond. Ron always made me feel like family. I have lost a true friend.
Pat Johnston
Lynn and family
We were shocked to read of the passing of Ron. Thinking of you at this sad time. Bob has MANY good memories of Ron from working for years with him at Gearco.
Words, however kind, can’t mend your heartache: but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friend’s.
Pat Johnston and Bob Desjardins
Lou Forsey
We were so saddened to hear of Ron’s death. We got to know him when he was walking Ty and Ny. He was a very special person and he will be missed. Our thoughts are with you Lyn. Sincerely, Lou and Jim, Scout and Lucy.