Formerly of Goderich, passed away with his daughter by his side, at Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow, in his 90th year.
Predeceased by his loving wife Cora (1995), his parents Tom and Laura, brothers George, Ken and Tom and sisters Geraldean Winhold and Marian Cox, sister in law Phyllis Bogie and brother in law Bruce Smith.
Survived by daughter Rhonda (Al) Brindley of St. Thomas, grandsons Andrew and Logan, and by Ron’s dear friend and companion Joyce Marshall of Goderich, her children and their families. Also survived by brothers in law Cam (Pauline) Bogie, Bill Bogie and sister in law Marion Smith and many nieces and nephews.
Ron was a sweet, kind and generous man. He will be remembered for his enjoyment of music including his years spent playing guitar and singing at the Wednesday night jams at the Goderich Legion. Also remembered for his care of animals, including his adored stray cats turned house cats and the birds and squirrels he regularly kept well fed on his back deck. Friends will also remember all the precious hours he spent with his beloved Joyce at the Goderich Harbour, watching the ships and talking with friends.
At Ron’s request there is no funeral home visitation or service. A private family service has been held. A Celebration of Ron’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Goderich, on Saturday May 20, 2023 from 1PM-3PM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Humane Society gratefully acknowledged.
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Gail Trewhitt
Rest in peace my friend. Your sense of humour at our Healthy Hearts classes just a few years ago added greatly to our wonderful program. I will forever cherish leading those classes and your lively spirit. Gail
Lori Mortimer
Joyce and Rhonda, and all Ron’s family, so sorry to read of Ron’s passing. He was so musically talented and a ray of sunshine. I am happy I met him, and know you will be missing him dearly.
Ken Castle
So very sad to hear! I have so many fond memories of Uncle Ron! Such a kind and friendly man.
Roberta Hays
We will miss Ron dearly but know we will still hear him in the songs of the birds, the roar of the waves and the strum of a guitar. So grateful for the kindness, music, laughter and love you brought us all.
Roberta Hays and Doug Marshall
Al and Janet Dekker
Al and Ron worked together for many years. Ron was always so friendly and ready for a chat. Our sympathy Rhonda, Joyce and your families.
Joe Gowanlock
I am so sorry for your loss Rhonda, Joyce and families.
I have so many treasured Memories of Ron and Wednesday night Jams at the Legion.
Ron’s presence would light up a room and I am blessed to have been a part of that.
Mary Forrest
I am so sorry for your loss Rhonda, Joyce and families. Ron was a great neighbour. He was very friendly and would make me laugh every time I saw him.
Kelly Weaver
I was so sad to hear of Ron’s passing, I enjoyed all the songs that we sang together, he was very easy to harmonize with, you will be missed Ron, always a smile and a welcome hello, rest in peace my friend.
Rhonda Dickson
I am so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. He was a good friend of my dad’s (Don Dickson) and took a real shining to my daughter Jenna when my dad would babysit. Ron used to tease Jenna and say she was his girlfriend and she was always painting pictures and making necklaces to give to him. I remember her making this nice wood bead necklace for him which he wore whenever he knew he would see her. She had made my dad one that was bright pink and purple beads and my dad asked if she would make him one like Ron’s so he didn’t stand out like a sore thumb wearing it when they went out. She said nope! The wood beads were only for Ron! He was such a wonderful man and will be missed by many. Jenna and I send our deepest condolences to all of you, may the memories in your heart keep him close.
Cecelia Denomme
Thinking of you at this sad time – Always remembering – Ron – a special part of Elizabeth St. and of our community.
Sincerely – Cecelia and Don
Ron Sowerby
Sincerest condolences to Joyce and all her Family and Rhonda and her Family. Ron was a co worker in my early dsys working with the town and became a good friend! Kind and gentle man he was. May you rest in peace Ron.
Janet Riddell
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Murray, Sue, Tom, John, and Janet Cawston.
Jayme Marshall
The best memories I have of Ron were always from our family gatherings…Cracking jokes and always putting on a show with the guitar for us. You’ll be greatly missed by all ♥️
Greg and Joanne Marshall
A big thank you Ron…for always treating everyone with kindness and laughter. For being such a great companion for our mom. Some fun outings we shared that always involved ships! A house full of laughter and music our girls loved when you played and sang, we all did! Thank you again!
Greg and Joanne Marshall
David Million
I am sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I first encountered Ron back in early 60’s. He was working at slabby Ed’ and use to come in for gas, cigarettes Eric at the Shell station were I worked as a teenager. He was always trying to get the last word in as a joke. Over the years we would have little competitions as who could pull the others leg more. Always good for a laugh. He never failed to say hello in a cheer way. A good guy, a very good guy. He will be missed.
My deepest sympathies to the family.
Dave Million
Susan Fehr
My condolences to you Joyce and to the rest of Ron’s family. I always called him handsome and he would always tell me I needed glasses! He was the nicest person anyone could ever want to meet. Rest in peace Ron (aka Handsome).
Cathy Harman
So Sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. My deepest condolences to you Rhonda, Joyce and family. I worked with Ron for many years at the Town of Goderich Parks/Works Depts. Ron was a great guy with a great sense of humor. It was always a pleasure to work along side of him. Always smiling! RIP Ron. ❤️
Ken McGee
To Ron’s family.
Ron sure lived a full life.
He was always a kind hearted gentleman and a pleasure to talk with whenever you met up.
Another good local person gone but certainly not forgot.
Harold Leddy
To Rhonda and family
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was a very kind and
Happy gentleman, RIP Ron
Dianne and. Harold
Susan Fehr
My condolences to you Joyce and to the rest of Ron’s family. I always called him handsome and he would always tell me I needed glasses! He was the nicest person anyone could ever want to meet. Rest in peace Ron (aka Handsome).
Bob & Pat Desjardins
To Joyce and Ron’s family
We were saddened to read of Ron’s passing. He was always so easy going and jovial. Sending our sincere condolences.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Pat & Bob
Megan Nagle (Austin)
I remember Ron and Joyce from my time when I worked at West Street Willy’s in my teenage years. I had a real heart for Ron and Joyce. I really enjoyed seeing them each weekend. Ron and I had a fun friendship. I really looked forward to seeing him each weekend. Over the years we have lost touch but I’ve thought about him and Joyce and often wondered where life took them and how they were doing. If I could describe Ron briefly I’d say he had a great sense of humour that it couldn’t be matched. I remember when I left West Street Willy’s to go to college, him and Joyce left me a beautiful card wishing me good luck in school. I’ve always carried that card with me in my memory bin. I thought so highly of Ron.
It makes me so sad hearing that Ron has passed. I know he will be missed.
Hugs to all his family and friends. You were so lucky to have Ron in your life. He was a very special man. May his memories live on. I will never forget you my friend. You were so special to me.
Jim and mabel CLARK
Condolences to Rhonda and Joyce. We were friends for many years even back to Bayfield days.rest in peace Ronnie
Ken Boyce
It is with a heavy heart we say goodbye to a dear friend of many years. Ron was a kind and funny old fashioned kind of guy who loved to spend summer evening down at the harbour with Joyce, watching the ships. He was a beautiful singer of country music and playing guitar with his friends. We will miss you. RIP Ronnie Ken and Shirley
John and Laurie Banter
Our condolences to Rhonda and Family on the loss of your Dad. R.I.P. Ron
Judy Kelly (Bedard)
Dear Joyce
I am so sorry to read of Ron’s passing. He was such a delightful man who always took time to chat. You will miss him dearly. Hold all those great memories close to your heart to comfort you. Thinking of you❤️. May he RIP
Judy
Chad Bogie
Rhonda, I was very sorry to hear of Uncle Ron’s passing. I enjoyed stopping in and talking about hockey with him in years gone by. I always appreciated the trips he and Aunt Cora would take us on when we were kids. I’ll miss his wit and sense of humour. You have our sincere condolences. Chad, Katie, Lila, Garrett and Sam Bogie