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RONALD GORBER
Date of Passing: Jul 17, 2013
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RONALD GORBER It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Gorber at St. Boniface Hospital on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at the age of 80. Ron is survived by his wife Frances of 41 years, his daughter Kathy and son Jeffrey. He is also survived by his nephew Edward and nieces Patricia and Linda, and many cousins and relatives. Ron was predeceased by his parents Stella and Walter Gorber and brother Edward Gorber. Ron obtained his teaching degree from the University of Winnipeg in 1969. He went on to teach high school at Lorette Collegiate in Lorette, MB. He also worked for CN Rail for 37 years as a locomotive engineer until his retirement in 1994. In his younger years, Ron enjoyed taking his children to their hockey and ringette games, taking road trips with the family to California, Texas and Chicago, and was a very energetic, generous, and fun-loving person. In his retirement years, Ron enjoyed curling, having coffee with friends, spending time at the family cottage at Winnipeg Beach, and travelling with his wife Frances to the Caribbean. Ron had lots of passion for animals, and had several dogs throughout his life. A special thanks to Dr. Suss and the staff at St. Boniface Hospital for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society on Ron's behalf. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 31 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Parish, 820 Cottonwood Road, with Fr. Fred Olds officiating.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 27, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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To the Gorber family, please accept my condolences... I met Ron many times through my friend Jeff. - Posted by: Mike Seredycz () on: Feb 26, 2015
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My condolences to Ron's Family. I taught with him at Lorette. I remember him as a kind, fun-loving individual, who was always most helpful to both students and fellow teachers. - Posted by: Elizabeth Lansard (Betty) (Former co-worker - teacher) on: Aug 02, 2013
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Although we were not related "Uncle Ron" always treated my family and I as if we were. I will always treasure the memories of summer days spent at the family cottage and various social gatherings. He was a very generous, hard working man and will be remembered with great respect. - Posted by: Mark Mazur (Family Friend) on: Jul 30, 2013
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Since going to school with Jeff from Grade 1, I have known the Gorber family for about 35 years. Mr. Gorber was always kind and generous towards me. I thank him for all the times he welcomed me into both his home and his cottage as well as the countless times he picked me up to play hockey with Jeff. He will always remain an important part of my growing up. Thanks for all you did for me Mr. Gorber. God bless. - Posted by: Guy Belot (Family Friend) on: Jul 30, 2013
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My condolences: Ron/Mr Gorber definitely had positive impact in my life and I thank him for that. Graduating class of 1976 - Posted by: Raymond Leclaire (Student) on: Jul 29, 2013