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RONALD HARRY RICHARD
Born: Dec 06, 1951
Date of Passing: Jan 24, 2026
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RONALD HARRY RICHARD
It is with great sadness the family announces that Ronald Harry Richard, “Maiingan Anungo Iiniini”, began his journey to the Spirit World on January 24, 2026, in Winnipeg, at aged 74 years. Ron passed peacefully surrounded by family.
He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Grace and George, and by his brothers, Donald (Cindy), Harry, and Lyle. And his grandparents, Martha and Harry, and Joe and Angele.
Ron will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Karen; his children, Yvette, Amber (Lon) Sky, Colt, (mom Glenda), Donna, Robert, and Guy; and his brothers, Gary (Pat), Hnat; his sisters Alma (Konrad), Audrey, Brenda.
He is also survived by numerous grandchildren (Isabel, Aaron, Eric, Quinn, Jetta, Abigale, Rowan, Jack), nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family who will cherish his memory.
His honorary pallbearers are Bernard Jonasson; Sonny Jonasson; Bronston Jonasson; Sage Longclaws; Clint Lafreniere; Dylan, Chad and Brittany Richard; Kevin Beauchamp; Derrick Pangman; Loretta Richard; Rhonda and Alex Jonasson; Andy, Rhiannon and Ashleigh Scrivens; Charley Church; and Copper. Please consider all family and friends as honorary pallbearers.
Born and raised in Camperville, Manitoba, Ron attended school in Camperville and Winnipegosis. Throughout his life, Ron was well known for his dedication and service to various organizations and the community, and he retired from Manitoba Hydro (2018).
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the doctors and nurses at the Health Sciences Centre for their compassionate care and dedication, and to Pine Creek First Nation – Minegoziibe Anishinabe, and to all the people who contributed.
A Celebration service will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. Cremation to follow. Ron’s ashes will be taken home to Camperville for internment in Summer 2026. More details to follow.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in Ronald’s memory may be made to CancerCare Manitoba or Humane Society of Winnipeg.
The music stops but will forever echo in our hearts. We will miss your courageous leadership, guidance, and generous spirit. You were always there. We celebrate your life and we will miss you dearly now always and forever.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 28, 2026
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Ron and I worked together at Manitoba Hydro. It was a pleasure to work with Ron as he helped us understand cultural differences and the strengths of working together. I will always remember his infectious laugh and calm demeanour. It was an honour to have crossed paths with Ron. - Posted by: Larry Erickson (Friend) on: Jan 28, 2026
