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RON RUSNAK
Date of Passing: Feb 04, 2005
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RON RUSNAK 1952 - 2005 Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, Ron passed away at the Grace Hospital on Friday, February 4, 2005 at the age of 52 years. He is survived by wife Maureen (nee Stephen), and sons, Bradley and Jeffrey. Siblings, Dorothy (Herb) McPherson, Orton, ON; Fred (Wendy), Elmvale, ON; Walter (Jan), Toronto, ON; Nick (Joan), Winnipeg, MB; Mike (Karen), Kitchener, ON; Carol (Ed) Strecker, Portage La Prairie, MB; Diane Gleeson, Edmonton, AB; Marilyn Johnson, Grande Prairie, AB; Nancy Mehkary, Winnipeg, MB; and many nieces and nephews also survive him. He was predeceased by parents Robert and Mary Rusnak, and brother John. Ron was born in Portage La Prairie, MB, and moved to Thompson at the age of 17, where he lived for 14 years. The family then moved to Winnipeg, where Ron owned and operated his own painting and decorating company. His many hobbies included camping, fishing, cross-country snowmobiling, woodworking, winemaking, and bowling. Ron was a nine year member of Kinsmen, and recognized as Master Kinsmen in 1986. He was also a current member of the ANAF Unit 283 in Winnipeg. The family would like to thank Dr. P. Harris and all the Grace Hospital Cancer Care nurses for their strong showing of care and support throughout his battle. A memorial service will be held at The Bridge Church, 3421 Portage Ave W. (SW corner of Portage Ave. W and Perimetre Hwy) at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2005. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, ON1160-675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 06, 2005
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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MAUREEN, (FEB 15) . SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RON. IF THERE'S ANYTHING THAT WE CAN DO, PLEASE CALL. iF YOU DECIDE THAT YOU WANT TO GET AWAY FOR AWHILE, YOU ARE MORE THAN WELCOME TO COME HERE. - Posted by: SYD AND JOYCE VOPNI (Friend) on: Feb 15, 2005
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Maureen, I was very saddened to read of your loss. May your memories of Ron comfort you and your family in the days ahead. - Posted by: Valerie Cook (Family) on: Feb 07, 2005
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Our heartfelt sympathy at Ronnie's passing. May wonderful memories of him help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Val & Chris Little (Acquaintance) on: Feb 06, 2005