Obituary - Ronald Carlson
Ronald Carlson
1940 - 2013
“We have lost a truly great man today and all will miss his great smile and laugh”
Ronald James Carlson beloved husband and best friend of Joyce Louise Carlson passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital at the age of 72 years. He was born in Medicine Hat and grew up on the family farm and attended Conquerville School. He married the love of his life, Joyce Poole, on July 12, 1986 on the Carlson family farm. Ron was a natural farmer and started working on the farm at a very young age. His happy and friendly disposition was relished by his family and many trust worthy friends.Ron trusted everyone and shared his love for them. He enjoyed all sports and shared in family activities especially fishing, shooting pool, golf and wood carving. Together Ron &?Joyce enjoyed vacationing in their motorhome travelling to Texas, Arizona,?California and places across Canada. One of the most memorable occasions was their first time cruise through the Panama Canal in 2010; celebrating their 25th Wedding Anniversary in 2011 and a trip to Hawaii with grandson, Corbin in August 2012. Ronald’s memory will be forever cherished in the hearts of his wife, Joyce; children, Richard (Michele) and their children, Tiffany &?Colton; Dan (Lisa) and their children, Kaitlyn &?Brittany; Laurie (Brian) Helmers and their children, Ruby &?Jade; step-son, Jordan (Kandy) Sandford and their children, Cara, Doug &?Keith; step-daughter, Tracey (Eric) Chenger and their son, Corbin; brother, Gerald (Lorrette) of Kelowna, B.C. and sister, Darlene (Bob) Sturgeon of High Level, AB., as well as four precious great-grandchildren, Hannah, Jackson, Evan &?Ashley all of Ontario; a special Aunt Ila Southerton as well as many cousins, neices and nephews. Ron was predeceased by his parents, Walter &?Ora Carlson; aunts &?uncles, Ruby Broostrom, Cledythe (Bill)?Calder, Nyall (Edna) Southerton-Williams, Carl Southerton, Beryl (Melvin) Shannon, Phyllis (Oliver) Nerland. A celebration of Ron’s life will take place this summer on the family farm on Saturday, June 29, 2013. Memorial donations in Ronald’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 666 - 5th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6.
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Linda & Allan Vander Velde:
Jan 25, 2013 at 04:01 PM
We will miss Ron's laughter and gentle spirit. This picture truly captures who Ron was in life. Linda and Allan
Jim & Meredith Hodges:
Jan 25, 2013 at 06:01 PM
Joyce, So sorry about the loss of your husband. We are Lynda and Alan's neighbors in High River and I talked with you on the phone regarding your own plight with cancer. We are aware of the unbelievably difficult journey you and Ron have just experienced so please know that we sympathize with you and understand your loss.
Sincerely, Jim & Meredith Hodges
Martin Pat Schile:
Jan 26, 2013 at 02:01 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Truly his smile and laughter was a gift that he shared with all who new him. He shared with us his school years, farming and community fun. The memories that we share of his life, has found a happy place in our hearts, may you find comfort in the memories that you have. God Bless.
Thinking of You Marc and Shannon:
Jan 26, 2013 at 04:01 AM
Joyce and Family,
Sooo sorry to hear of the sad news. Remember the good times and I am sure there were plenty of them. Ron was always so cheerful and made anyone welcome. I am sure the poolroom will miss him dearly as his laughter was always so nice to hear. Thinking of you.
Marc and Shannon Cross
Thinking of You fr. Vasconcelos's:
Jan 26, 2013 at 09:01 PM
So sorry to hear about Uncle Ronnies passing...My heart goes out to Joyce, Ricky, Danny and Laurie....Well always remember Uncle's Ronnie's Kindness, Awesome Laugh, and Beautiful Smile....I Pray God's Special Peace and Everlasting Love for you all....Love Bev, Carlos, Michael and Delinda. Little did we know that morning God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our heart to lose you, but you did not go alone. For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, the Chain will link again. Author Unknown.
Thinking of You fr. Vasconcelos's:
Jan 26, 2013 at 07:01 PM
So Sorry to hear Uncle Ronnie passed away....My heart aches for the Family....Joyce, Ricky, Danny and Laurie...I Pray for God's Special Peace and Love for you all.....I'll always remember Uncle's Kindness, His Awesome Laugh, and Beautful Smile....
Little did we know that morning
God was going to call your name,
In life we loved You dearly,
In death we do the same
It broke our hearts to lose You,
but You did not go alone.
For part of us went with You,
the day God called You home.
You left us peaceful memories,
Your love is still our guide.
And though we cannot see You,
You are always by our side.
Our Family Chain is broken
and nothing seems the same.
But as God calls us one by one,
The Chain will link again.
Author Unknown.
Bigs Hugs to Everyone......
Love Bev, Carlos, Michael and Delinda Vasconcelos.....
Ray Marshall:
Jan 28, 2013 at 08:01 AM
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your recent loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ray, Shirley, Karen, Sean, & Cordelia
Steve and Sonja Wikkerink:
Jan 30, 2013 at 11:01 PM
To Rick, Dan, Laurie and your families,
Sorry to hear about your dad. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all in this very difficult time. We are thinking about you. Take care... Love Steve and Sonja Wikkerink (Pahl)