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Obituary of Ronald Gladwin MacIntyre
RONALD GLADWIN MACINTYRE
FEBRUARY 24, 1930 – SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Ron MacIntyre. Ron was born February 24, 1930 in Anyox, BC. Ron’s family relocated to Nelson, BC where he played minor hockey and drums in a dance band. He played Junior hockey for the Lethbridge Native Sons where his playing rights were claimed by the New York Rangers.
Ron retired from BC Tel after 36 years of service and spent his time golfing with his friends, hunting with his sons and fishing with his brother. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends at Christina Lake
Ron leaves behind his wife of 71 years, Kay; his son Lindsay and wife Sharlene of Cranbrook and his son Tom and wife Jeanie of Fernie, BC; his grandson Brett of Vancouver, BC; grandson-in-law Mike Friesen and his great grandson Rowan Friesen of Calgary, Alberta. He was pre-deceased by his granddaughter Kalsie Friesen.
The family would like to thank Dr. Lunge and Dr. Haiduk, Andrea Wallace, home support ladies and all the staff at the Pines; as well as, special friends Diane and Rich Klekowski.
In honor of Ron’s memory, the family requests donations be made to the Kootenay Wildlife Heritage Trust Fund, P.O. Box 100, Kimberley, B.C. V1A 2Y5