SMITH, Ronald (Ron) George
March 2, 1942 – December 9, 2011
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ron in Calgary on Friday, December 9, 2011 at the age of 69 years.
Ron is survived by his loving wife, Janet, his daughters Pamela (Scott) Shaw and Trinda (Murray) Pryor and his four grandchildren, Eric, Ryan, Kylie and Kaden who will miss their trips to the golf course for a ride in Grandpa’s golf cart.
Ron is also survived by his brother Murray (Jan) Smith, his sister Marilyn (Dennis) Baerg, his sister-in-law, Louise (Frank) Coulson, his brother-in-law, Ken Davis and their families. He was predeceased by his parents Bill and Mildred Smith and his nephew Travis Baerg.
Ron especially enjoyed the winters spent in Hemet, CA and the camping trips to Christina Lake each summer. He loved all sports, especially golf, hockey and football. Ron spent the best moments of the last few weeks watching the BC Lions win the Grey Cup.
A Celebration of Ron’s Life will be held at the Cranbrook Golf Course (2700 2nd St S), on Monday, January 2, 2012 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of British Columbia, 200-1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V2 Telephone (604) 736-4404 Fax (604) 736-8732 www.heartandstroke.ca.
In living memory of Ron Smith, a tree will be planted at Big Hill Springs Park Cochrane by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Calgary, AB Telephone: 1 800 661 1599.
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Our thoughts are with you at this time.
In sympathy, Leo and Susan
We were shocked to hear of Ron’s passing and wish to extend to you, Janet, and your family, our most heartfelt sympathy. May love and strength be passed on to you from your many friends and know that we are thinking of you in this very sad time. God Bless
Terry and Barb Kushniruk
We share your Condolences of the loss of Ron. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerley
Tim Harris and Family
Dear Janet and family,
We are deeply saddened by your loss. It certainly is our loss too. We will cherish the special time we had at our 50th class reunion with Ron.
Peace and blessings.
Ron’s classmate friends
Janet & family:
I have nothing but fond memories of Ron from school and beyond. He was a great team mate when playing basketball and great school mate. Our last school reunion just illustrates how important class reunions are. I liked “the guy” a lot. Our sincere thoughts are with you.
Dave/Jacquie MacPherson
Dear Janet and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I first knew him back in the 1950′s when his family lived down the street from my aunt and uncle. He was a quiet kid with a good sense of humour who played with my cousin, Murray Heagy. Ron seemed so happy when I saw you both at the SHHS Reunion 1960 event last year. My condolences.
Carolee
We were shocked to hear of Ron’s passing. It wasn’t that long ago we spoke to him at the hockey game.
Treasure the memories and let them find their way to heal all of you. The love, laughter and joy you all shared will help to make you strong.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Judy Guido
Dear Janet & Family
It is with shock & sadness for you that we hear of Ron’s passing. On behalf of your classmates from SHHS, we pass along our condolences thinking of you in this sad experience.
Lenore Evans & Gayle MacPherson
Janet and family. Condolences and peace to everyone from all the Schwartzenhauers. I played Bball with Ron in high school and really enjoyed seeing you and him at the 1960/62 reunion a number of years ago. Our prayers go out to you all.
George and Pat Schwartzenhauer, Whitby, On
Janet, It is with deep regret that I read about Rons passing. I’ll certanly remember him as one of the “Good Guys”. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Al&Barb Merrifield.
Janet,
I can’t tell how suprised I was today to hear of Ron’s passing, especially since I have been thinking about you for the past two days – trying to find you on Facebook. I heard from another Janet Smith this morning in Toronto(she accepted my invitiation to be a friend and I’ve never laid eyes on her). And here you are …under the sadest of circumstances. Please accept my sincerest condolances and know that I am sending you warm thoughts. You and Ron – together since high school. and now he’s gone. I am so sorry…..
Marilyn
Janet, Marilyn and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. What a tragic loss for all who knew Ron. An amazing man, friend, and classmate. May God bless and comfort you all. Morris
Janet, so sorry to hear about Ron. Although we have not seen him for many years, we often think of the good old high school days and he was certainly part of our memories. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Janet, I never rellyknew Ron that well
(being from Robson) but Ron was always a true gentleman. Our dearest condolances to you and your family.
Janet,
So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Our sincere sympathy and condolences to you and your family. We’re so glad that we had such a nice visit with you and Ron at the Reunion last summer. We’ve both know Ron forever! He was such and nice person and had the most beautiful smile! You’re in our thoughts at this very difficult time.
Lynne & Ron
Janet,
We’re so sorry to hear the news. We were looking forward to seeing you both at the next reunion.
Our most sincere condolences to you and your family. May peace and love be with you all and the cherished memories comfort you at this most difficult time. Betty & John
Indeed, I remember Ron’s infectious smile. My sincere condolences. May the true nature of Grace strengthen and keep you and your family.
Fred
Janet,
I was surprised and saddened when I received the news about Ron. Our 50th year class reunion was such a highlight in our lives, and I so enjoyed talking with Ron. If we had a prize for the “most dazzling smile” it would have been Ron who received it. Nick remembers both of you on the golf course in Castlegar.
Ron will be missed. Our hearts are with you.
Dear JANET and family.
We were shocked to hear of Ron’s passing. It wasn’t that long ago we spoke to him at the hockey game. My gosh how the years go by. May you comfort each other with love and the blessings from God. I was so saddened when I read that in the paper. When I was working it was always such a pleasure to serve you and Ron. We share your Condolences of the loss of Ron. Fred
Sorry to hear of your loss Janet, Ron was a great guy, always with a smile for everyone. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Dear Janet: I was so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I remember him from school as being a truly nice guy. I hope the love and comfort from family and friends will help you through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
Dear Janet. We were so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. His Mom and my Mom were cousins and we lived next door to them all of our school years. Ron was 2 grades ahead of me, so we never knew each other that well, but for our first few years there, we spent Christmas dinners together as extended family. As a pastor for the past 21 years, I have dealt with grieving families a lot, and I know it can be particularly hard at this time of year. May the Lord bring you and your family strength and comfort as you mourn Ron’s passing. Our hearts go out to you, and we will remember you in prayer.
Dear Janet and Family,
We send our most sincere sympathy. We will miss Ron very much at Golden Village Palms.
Dennis & Karen McCarty
Please accept my humble condolence of the passing of your great husband and my dear friend . Ron used to be our paper boy many many many years ago whenour family lived on what used to be 10th ave Kinnaird . We want to wish you all the best . Please give my deepest sympathy to to whole family . this from Philip Babaeff .
Dear Janet and Family.
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Ron’s passing.He will be missed by many. Our hearts go out to you.
We were shocked when Murray called to tell us of Ron’s passing. When I worked shutdowns at Skookumchuck Ron always made a point of coming over to BS and catch up. Our heartfelt condolences to you Janet and your family as well as Murray and Marilyn.
Terry & Carol Montgomery
Dear Janet,
The last memory of Ron’s face – Marilyn and I trying to sneak looks into the living room to see you and Ron kissing when you were dating. Ahhh kids. Weren’t we just the rotten ones. I was so sorry to hear from brother Don of Ron’s passing. My memories go back oh so many years to his smile and good nature. May you and your family, as well as Marilyn and Murray, be comforted in each other’s love and memories of Ron.
I was shocked to hear of Ron’s passing to put it mildly! Ron and I were Baseball team mates a number of times as well as knowing him at school. I wish to offer my condolences to both you and your family. Allan Hawkins January 1st 2012
Dear Janet and family We learned of Ron’s passing while here in Yuma. We, as so many others,were shocked and saddened. We are thankfull we got to see both of you at the reunion.We always thought highly of Ron.