Passed unexpectedly at Goderich Hospital on September 24, 2022 at the age of 64. Survived by his mother Margaret Stewart of Exeter, sister Sylvia (Vic) Post of Edmonton, brother Robert Stewart of Waterloo, sister Donna (Dave) Van Allen of Millbank, sister-in-law Deb Stewart of Russeldale, nieces Rachel Van Allen, Sarah (Ben) De Kleer and nephew Tyler (Charlene) Van Allen. Predeceased by his father Floyd Stewart (1995) and brother Paul Stewart (2020). Ron graduated from Niagara College in Horticulture and lived in Goderich following graduation. He worked at the Bluewater Centre, and in retirement Austin’s Appliance & Sleep Centre while maintaining many landscaping clients in Goderich. His knowledge and talent for growing plants and landscaping was shared with many. He was passionate about his cats, cooking and baking. Rabbit was blessed with people that loved him and that he loved as well – his old Bluewater Centre staff, Royal Canadian Legion buddies and many close friends. He is sorely missed. As per Ron’s wishes, cremation has occurred. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Donations to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 109 or Alexandra Marine & General Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by friends and family.
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Susan Pye
Ron had a positive impact on everyone who knew him, at work and in the community. He lives on through many gardens in town. RIP Rabbit.
Sue and Vito
Beth Cooper
Marg and family
My sincere sympathy to all of Ron’s family.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Beth Cooper
John and Linda MacDonald
To Rabbit’s family: Our sincere condolences for your loss. Rabbit was a great guy always willing to help and was a hard worker for Branch 109 Goderich. and taking care of the gardens as well. I bought many plants from him too. May you rest in peace Ron.
John and Linda MacDonald
Tanya Hodges
Rabbit was such a kind and generous soul. My deepest condolences to his friends and family.
Brenda Hern
Dear Marg, Sylvia, Rob, Donna, Deb and families – I am so sorry for your loss. Although I haven’t seen Ron in years I have lots of good memories from community events growing up at Thames Road. Thinking of you all – Brenda and Ivan
Pat Kosmerly
This dear gentle man was a pillar of the neighbourhood ,never missing a chance to help or share a laugh and a beer ,,Rabbit was an neighbour to my parents and sister Linda ,when ever I visited he made a point to call out a hello,how you doing ,,his friends and cats were the most important part of life for him ,,,there was never a stray person or cat that was not welcomed into his home . Rabbit was one of those folks that people never had a unkind word for ,,That man will be missed by many ,,always loved and remembered ,,,RIP ,we miss you already but heavens gardens have opened the big gate for you and your grin !!! ……. Pat
Alana Gahwiler
To Rabbit’s family, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Rabbit for many years, and he was the kind of person everyone liked. He always had a smile or a joke, he was compassionate, caring, witty and fun. A sharer, a helper, teased everyone, kind to the extreme and hardworking, I really liked him. My heartfelt condolences at this tragic loss. Alana Gahwiler.
Harold Leddy
Ron was a great guy and volunteer to help out at any time.rip my friend
Harold leddy. 1st vice Goodrich legion.
Jennifer and Scott Vanstone
RIP Rabbit
Brenda Fisher
As his neighbour and friend, I am devastated at his untimey passing. We were neighbours for over 25 years. I would like to send my sincerest condolences to Brad Hutcins, Rabbit’s best friend!
Rosanna Gautreau
My deepest condolences to the family Rabbit was a great friend for forty some years many memories RIP my friend 🙏🙏🙏
Alana Ross
We will miss you, Rabbit! You were a pleasure to have as a neighbour – always full of laughs; and beer! You taught me about plants, which is pretty near impossible, and I surprised you with coffee when the power was out. Our block will never be the same.
Debbie Delyea
So sorry for your loss,deepest sympathy
Colin Burns
I am so happy to have known you and been able to call you my friend! I will miss you Rabbit!
I will cherish all the memories I have
Joyce Black
Marg and family
Sincere sympathy in the passing of your son and thinking of you all
Jeanie Jedriak
I will always have wonderful memories of Rabbit. We shared many good laughs together. Rabbit was the best work husband I could ever ask for. Everytime I think of Rabbit it will be filled with good memories. R.I.P
Shirley Erb
To all of Rabbits family.. Rabbit was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julie Groot
Sincere condolences to all Rabbits family. In the 90s,I was one of the fortunate ones that Rabbit opened his house to share in living with him and the other fellas. The memories I made on Hincks Street, are cherished and immeasurable. His kindness, sense of humour and amazing personality will never, ever be forgotten. RIP my friend.
Denise and Grant Langlois
Sincere Condolences to the family as Rabbit was very well liked and known. He will be truly missed by everyone that knew him.
Christine Liddiard
My wonderful friend since 1981, I will miss this amazing person so much , we shared many trips to Bay city , a few great trips to Port Huron, shared a few beers at his place , he was the person I could talk about anything with and we shared so many laughs. I will miss you you Rabbit.