November 6, 1936 - November 24, 2024
Ron passed peacefully at home surrounded by people who loved him and cared for him.
Loving husband of Nancy Taylor (1995) and Nancy Caron-Taylor (2023).
Wonderful father of daughter Polly (Scott), stepsons Mark Service (Cindy) & Dean Service (Sarah), Grandpa & Papa to grandsons Jackson Penner (Allison), Bennett Penner (Maddie), Cameron Penner (Danielle), Adam Service, Nathan Service & Henry Service and OG Ronald to Great-Grandson Calvin Penner and Great-Granddaughter Sophie Penner.
Ron retired as Fire Chief of the Collingwood Fire Department in 1996. He enjoyed many years playing hockey and baseball in the community and is in the Collingwood Sports Hall of Fame. He was active in the Collingwood Kinsmen & K-40 Clubs for many years.
A big thank you to his “ladies” whose wonderful care allowed him to live at home as he and Nancy had wished.
Family and friends will be received for visitation at Fawcett Funeral Home - Collingwood Chapel on Tuesday December 3, 2024 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held at All Saints Anglican Church at 1 p.m. on Wednesday December 4, 2024 with interment at All Saints Anglican Cemetery and a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital, Parkinson Canada or a charity of your choice. Friends may visit Ron's online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com