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RONALD SPRAGUE
Born: Dec 10, 1934
Date of Passing: Jul 28, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRONALD SPRAGUE December 10, 1934 - July 28, 2017 Ron passed away peacefully, with family at his side, on July 28, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara; his sons Doug (Janis), Bill (Kim) and John (Barb); his granddaughters Taylor, Lena, Kailey and Julie; and his brother David (Carol). Ron was born in Saint John, NB on December 10, 1934. He graduated from Saint John High School in 1952, and worked for the Bank of Nova Scotia and Saint John City Hall before joining Great West Life in Saint John. He married Barbara in July, 1956, and they moved to Hamilton, Regina and Winnipeg with Great West Life. In 1970, he transferred to Investors Group in Winnipeg. With Investors Group, he was appointed Regional Vice President, Atlantic in 1980 and moved back to Saint John. In 1984, he returned to Winnipeg as Regional Vice President, Mid West, and retired in 1994 as Senior Vice President, Sales. Ron and Barb purchased a family cottage at Lac Lu in the 1970s where they spent summers with their family for many years. From 1967 to 1980, Ron was very involved with Crestview Community Club and St. James minor hockey, as well as the St. James Jr. Canucks. After retiring Ron and Barb purchased a home in Florida where they would spend the winters golfing for nine years, until Barb's health prevented them from travelling. Ron loved to golf, and was a member at Breezy Bend for over 30 years. A celebration of Ron's life will be held at Breezy Bend Country Club, 7620 Roblin Blvd. on Wednesday, August 2, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 01, 2017
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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So sorry to hear of the loss of Ron. May he rest in peace. Condolences to all of the family. - Posted by: Roxanne Phillips (cousin) on: Aug 12, 2017
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To Bill and family, Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I have some good memories of your dad helping me when I was first appointed a division manager in the early 90's. He often made the trek out to Brandon and was very patient dealing with a more difficult management group at that time. Thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Sincerely. Dennis Hunt - Posted by: Dennis Hunt (Investors Group consultant) on: Aug 11, 2017
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We are so sorry to hear about Ron, we always enjoyed their visits here to mom and dads in Bloomfield. Ron always had that warm personality to be glad to see you when they came. He will be missed. - Posted by: Steven & Paula Humphrey (Nephew) on: Aug 08, 2017
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Doug, Bill and John, I'm very sorry for your loss of both your parents. I always enjoyed being around your parents - both were so generous and fun to be around. I looked up to them and respected both of them. Take care and God bless. Karen & family - Posted by: Karen Knight Lowe (Niece) on: Aug 08, 2017
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Bill and Family, just a short note to say that during my time at Investors Group and formerly Investors Syndicate Ltd. I knew your Dad, worked with him in various initiatives and always found his approach and work ethic admirable. He carried himself well and was certainly a positive influence on my development over the years at IG. Take care, hope all are doing well. Rob. - Posted by: Robert Murdoch (Work colleague at Investors Group) on: Aug 04, 2017
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Our sincere condolences to Aunt Barb, Doug, Bill, John and families. Uncle Ron was very special to us. He always made us feel like part of the family after I moved to Winnipeg. We always enjoyed our visits after we moved to Vancouver. We are sorry we had to miss his celebration of life. - Posted by: David & Linda Dooley (Nephew) on: Aug 03, 2017