DURNIN: Ronald ‘Ron’ Thomas
Posted By On December 22, 2025 @ 12:00 AM In Goderich, Obituary | 21 Comments
It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Ronald Thomas Durnin, on December 22, 2025 at Southbridge Nursing Home, Goderich, in his 80th year. Loving husband to Audrey Durnin (Austin). Proud father to Shawn (April Campbell), Darrell (Christel Carlson), and Lisa Durnin- Raidt (Rob). He will be missed by his grandchildren Jordyn (Justine), Keira, Sydney (Jackson), Livia, and Kassandra. Great Grandfather to Kiara, Gemma, and Aria. Also greatly missed by his dog Coco.
Predeceased by his parents, Jim and Dorothy Durnin, mother and father in-law, Vincent and Idell Austin, his sister, Pauline Vanstone and his daughter in Law, Kim Edward.
Ron will be missed by Brother-in-law George Vanstone; sisters Sue Farrish (Jim), Joyce Baer (Bryan) and brother Jim Durnin (Bonnie) and in-laws Kevin Austin (Carolyn), Lynn Million (Larry), Michele Rourke (Bob), Barry Austin (Kathy) and Marlowe Austin (Debbie). Predeceased by Bethany Robson. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Ron was known as a man with a unique sense of humour, always was quick on making a joke. He was a friendly face throughout his career as a manager at Zehr’s in Goderich for 33 years. Ron was a devout fan of the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Blue Jays. He was an avid outdoorsman, who particularly enjoyed fishing. He was a proud and devoted father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by the lives he touched around him.
The family would like to thank Dr. Neal, Dr. Peel, and the nurses at Southbridge on floors 2 and 3 for their care and compassion.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Ron’s life will take place on Saturday February 21st, 2026 at the Goderich from 2-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Goderich Legion Branch 109 and the Goderich Kinettes are appreciated by the family.
Condolences for the family of “DURNIN: Ronald ‘Ron’ Thomas”
Remembering Ron trading hockey cards etc. with Mike and lots of phone calls about the latest bargains. Always enjoyed the discussions! Please accept my condolences. Karen Sturdy
My condolences to Audrey and all of Ron’s family and friends!! Cherish your memories!!
Audrey and family. Sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. He will be missed for sure. Please accept our condolences. Thinking of you.
Dear Audrey, Shawn, Lisa, Darryl and families, we were so very sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. He was always a great guy to talk to and will be sorely missed. Extending our deepest sympathy, Ted, Vicki and Jordan Henry
We are so sorry to hear of Ron’s Passing, Our Condolence’s, to Audrey and Family From John & Barb White
Our sincere condolences to Shawn, April, Sydney & Jackson. Thinking of you at this difficult time, Colleen & Peter
To Audrey & Family. All those good years of playing poker with Ron & friends. We had great fun. Ron was the quiet one with the mischevious look. So glad I had a chance to talk with him at Southbridge just before his passing. Rest in peace old friend.
Dear Audrey and family: we are so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing; we are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Mike and Val (Park) Bendig and family.
Audrey and family
So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing, he was such a great guy
And will be missed, RIP Ron
Our condolences to the Austin and Durnin families on the loss of Ron.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all!
Mike and Claire Reynolds
Dear Audrey and family,
My condolences and prayers on the passing of Ron. May he Rest In Peace.
Dear Audrey and family – you are in our special thoughts – with sympathy and sadness.
Ron was special to know and always remembered.
Cecelia and Don Denomme
Dear Audrey, Darryl, Shawn, Lisa and families: Please accept our sincere condolences on the news Ron has passed away.
He fought a tough battle during the last months and will be missed by all who knew him well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
We are just seeing about Ron. We send our condolences.
Thinking of you all!
Burt & Vicki(Beattie) Lobb
Audrey Shawn and Families So Sorry to hear the loss of your husband,Dad I’m just seeing this now Deepest Sympathy to you all at this difficult time 🙏
My sincere condolences to Shawn and family at this very difficult time. My thoughts are with you all.
To the large family. I had so much fun on our card nights with Ron, always a wit. I will greatly miss him
Sorry for the loss ! Working with Ron for a great many years , he was a friend to all. He had a wicked sense of humour and was a pleasure to be around . He will be missed
Jim Bissett
Our condolences are extended to the Durnin Family at this sad time.
Sincerely Gayle and Barney
My sincere condolences to Shawn and your family. My thoughts are with you
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Audrey and family. I just heard of Ron passing. I grew up with the Durnin family on Blake Street. Ron was the easy going member of the family and his grampa Thomo thought he was the most wonderful thing on this earth. So sorry for your lose. Remember the good days.