Obituary - Ronald Theise
Ronald Theise
1945 - 2024
Ronald Alfred ‘Ron’ Theise, beloved husband of the late Judy Theise, passed away peacefully in his sleep while at his residence in Jenner, Alberta on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the age of 78 years. Ron’s memory will live on through his family: son, Robin (Marla) Theise; daughter, Laurel-Lee (David) McMenemy; one granddaughter and four great-grandchildren. Ron is also survived by one sister, Judy (Glenda); three brothers, Tom, Brian and Bruce (Evelyn) as well as numerous extended family. He was predeceased by his parents, Anne and Reinhard Theise; three brothers, Bob, Rick and Terry as well as one sister, Carol. Ron was born in Ottawa, ON., on July 19, 1945, before his family moved to Success, SK., in 1952. It was in the early 60’s that Ron moved to Jenner, AB., where he met the love of his life, Judith Ann Knutson. They were married on February 8, 1969, and a number of years later they purchased the family farm. Ron enjoyed each opportunity to cast his line into the water when visiting their cabin at Suffern Lake. Throughout his time in Jenner, Ron was involved in the community becoming well know and well liked by everyone. He will be missed. A come and go Celebration of Ron’s life will be held at the Jenner Arena on Saturday, January 20, 2024, starting at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to remember Ron may do so through donations to HALO, 12 - 1 Airport Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4.
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Glenda Weinberger:
Jan 09, 2024 at 01:20 PM
Sending our heartfelt condolences: Our fondest memories were the times we enjoyed with Ron at Suffern Lake, SK. From "saskatoon picking" to "dance lessons ". Ron's love of nature was amazing. He spent endless hours watching his 4-legged + winged friends. Ron has many friends and family to cherish his memories. He is forever in our hearts 💕 💞 Love Judy and Glenda .
John/Lorette Gunnell:
Jan 10, 2024 at 02:25 PM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. We have known Ron over the course of a few years through cabin ownership and the last two years seeing him on our daily walks around Suffern Lake. He never failed to yell out a hello, come and have a chat, when he would see us. We both will miss his smile and his company.
Dakota Theise:
Jan 11, 2024 at 01:07 AM
My sincere condolences go out to Ron's family and friends. He will be dearly missed by those who had the privilege to know him. Those who grew up with Uncle Ron, we all know he loved his fireworks.
Love, Dakota Theise
Annie Musgrove:
Jan 13, 2024 at 02:45 PM
My sincere condolences to all of Ron's family. It was a shock to hear of his sudden passing. In 51 yrs. of knowing Ron he was a good friend & neighbour to everyone whose life he touched. He was always being kind to any wildlife. He will be missed by everyone, especially his feathered friends whom he diligently fed in his front yard tree. May he rest in peace.
Earl and Sheila Riste:
Jan 14, 2024 at 02:27 PM
I knew Ron for over 60 years. Mom was happy when he worked for Dad and Mom...she had her 2 Ronnies! Had some good visits with Ron, and will miss him. Who will take my extra veggies, now?! Rest in peace, Ron. Condolences to all his family.
Goldie and Scott Hynes:
Jan 18, 2024 at 10:07 PM
So sorry for your loss. Ron will be missed at the Suffern Lake Park always had a hello, smile for everyone. We will miss our little chats with him at the lake. Prayers and condolences to all the family
Wade:
Jan 20, 2024 at 11:24 AM
Uncle Ron,
You were always larger than life itself Uncle Ron. I feel pretty damned lucky to have grown up with such an awesome mom and her seven wonderful brothers. Your voice is one of the loudest, yet one of the softest, kindest, gentlest and funniest of the family. Your stories, life lessons, and laughter are legendary and will live on. My wish is to have a book of Uncle Ron stories of the “Uncle Ron Podcast”. Chapters of how to hunt a gopher, butcher a pig on your kitchen table, and how to suck out rattlesnake venom and patch the hole with duct tape. There would be a recipe section as well, including classics like chokecherry syrup, corn relish, ritz crackers with cheeze whiz and mealie worms, and horse sausage.
I am sad and very sorry I cannot be there today with all our family. Sending big love to Robin and Laurel-Lee, I am so sorry for your loss. Hugest hugs to my mom and Glenda who Ron phoned every single day, I loved hearing his voice through the phone as I sat nearby. Bruce, Tom, and Brian, love you like brothers, look after each other and my mom, you are tough like Ron and have the Theise grit. My cousins Nicole, Jenell, Brenda, and aunty Ev, I can hear all your laughter and shenanigans at the lake. We all love you very much big brother and uncle and will miss you greatly.
I am wearing my most colorful, Hawaiian shirt today, listening to Wille Nelson, Eddie Rabbit and other old time classics and tipping one back for all of you.
Love you and wish I was there to share the stories and laughter.
Wade