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RONALD HENRY JACK WHITTOM (RON)
Born: Jul 29, 1937
Date of Passing: Oct 31, 2020
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RONALD HENRY JACK WHITTOM
His family moved to McCreary when he was eight years old and then to Winnipeg when he was 14. The bulk of his working years were spent at StandardAreo and Red River College, 15 years and 14 years respectively.
Ron met his true love, Maureen, at Home Street United Church Young People's Group in 1959 and they were married there in 1964. They had three children: Roneen (Brent), Kari (Bruce) and David (Debbie). He adored and loved spending time with his eight grandchildren and was excited about his first great-grandchild that is on the way!
Many happy times were spent at their cottage on Brerton Lake (1985 to 2007). Ron especially loved when the family would come out on weekends and for holidays. In 2007, they purchased a trailer and had it placed in Spruce Sands. They had many good times there until they sold it in 2013.
Ron was an active member of Sturgeon Creek United Church where he sang in the choir for more than 40 years and sat on the Finance and Property Committee for 16 years, chairing for the last 11. He was a member of the St. James Assiniboia Senior's Group where he enjoyed meeting weekly to share the camaraderie of friends and do woodburning.
In later years Ron and Maureen enjoyed winter holidays and cruises, their favourite being an Alaskan Cruise.
As per his wishes, a small family service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba or Manitoba Possible can be made.
Condolences may be sent to www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 07, 2020
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Maureen, I so enjoyed Ron's sharp wit and sense of humor when both of you sang sang in the choir. I am so sorry for your loss. Hold tight to your memories... May they bring you comfort in the days ahead. Hugs and caring to you Sharon Thom - Posted by: Sharon Thom (Friend) on: Nov 20, 2020
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Maureen, I would like to express my condolences on the passing of your husband. Going to your cottage at Brereton Lake (along with Marilyn) those many years ago is a special memory for me. I do wish you and your family strength and courage at this time of loss. Take good care. Lil Smith - Posted by: Lillian Smith (friend) on: Nov 16, 2020
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Sorry to hear about Uncle Ron's passing. Thinking of you all and sending our deepest condolences at this sad time. - Posted by: Richard and Sandy Whittom (Nephew and Niece ) on: Nov 08, 2020
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Maureen, My heart goes out to you and your family. I have very fond memories of Ron and his special sense of humor. God has enlarged his heavenly choir with the welcome addition of Ron. May God comfort you and your family. - Posted by: Sandy (Sangsters) (Aquaintance) on: Nov 07, 2020
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To Maureen and family. Please accept my sincere condolences. Ron was great to work with on the finance committee at S.C.U.C.and really enjoyed his good sense of humour. Your memories are yours forever. My thoughts and prayers to all the family. Sincerely, Christine Hashimoto - Posted by: Christine Hashimoto (Friend) on: Nov 07, 2020
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