RONALD DALE DUNCAN

Condolences & Memories (15 entries)

• I grew up with Ron in Windsor Park. At the last WPC reunion, Ron and I had a chance to talk in the Winakwa parking lot during the evening - we caught up - had not really talked to each other for decades. Here's the thing - Ron has the same character and intelligent outlook on life that he did when I left Winnipeg a long time ago. We both have a lot in common and realized that when were chatting that night. Ron Duncan is a very unique person, in my travels, the more people I meet and deal with, the more I recognize the 'rare' ones - that is Ron. Spiritual, righteous, funny, smart as a whip and a real human being. Ron made our world a much better place - the loss to Ron's family at this time just can't be expressed. What I will express is that the life he led gave so many people around him strength, opportunity and wisdom. I cried my eyes out when I heard he passed - for Ron, his family and for all of us. In my heart, I know Ron has gone to the next place and he's making that shine as well, it's who he is - from when he was a little kid to a summer night parking lot at Winakwa. I love you Ron and my wish is that your family heals as best they can and you have found more light in the next life. - Posted by: Terry Phelps (Friend ) on: Nov 04, 2020

• Donna, Carly, Adam & Mariya, and Hannah. Our heartfelt condolences with your loss of Hisband and father. Ron was a great guy with a ready smile every time we meet. Doing our street meeting , we would talk about the lake life or neighborhood. Ready to extend a helping hand. It was always a “race”... who would be off to work the earliest between Ron and Mac (6:00 - 5:45 am). We miss him already.... take care.. remember all the good he’s done and the wonderful family husband/dad he was . ((Hugs)) - Posted by: The Love Family (Neighbours) on: Nov 04, 2020

• Our sincere condolences on the sudden passing of Ron. There was always time to talk no matter how busy his day was. We can all learn from Ron and his stories to enjoy the people you meet on this short journey of life, and take no time for granted. May your legacy live on. - Posted by: Barry & the Aquajet Family (Contracting Partner) on: Nov 02, 2020

• Donna and Family. From staff at Allcraft our condolences to the Duncan family. We got to know Ron over the years servicing all his boats from the start of Allcraft Mechanical . He truly was a very kind generous and caring person. We will miss him greatly Chris, Darian, and Grant - Posted by: Allcraft Mechanicsl (Friend) on: Nov 02, 2020

• Donna and family, my sincerest heartfelt condolences. I still can't believe that Ron will not be sitting at his messy desk anymore. It's been a week since that early dreadful call and it still doesn't seem real. Ron was the most even keeled person I know. I never heard him raise his voice, if he was ever stressed, you could never tell. He was full of ideas, and everyone loved him. Here's a couple stories of Ron to share with you. At the drafting table, I would put a pen out to use to sign things when needed. Every day it would be gone. It was always found on Ron's desk. I'd tell him to quit stealing pens and get his own. I must have told him 40 times. Finally I had enough, and taped a huge Tim Hortons' cup to a pen to make it as awkward as possible to use and wrote "Quit stealing pens!" on it. It has lasted there almost 2 years. I am keeping it there, as every time I use it, I think of Ron. I also remember a time being in Norway House to look at a job and our ride wasn't at the airport. We hitched a ride into town with a random person, and got to talking. As soon as I mentioned Tri-Core Projects, this man immediately asked about Ron and how he was doing. It was so unexpected, but he was cherished by so many in all parts of this province. We teased him after this, calling him Elvis of the North as every time you would be somewhere, someone would ask about him. He always had something on the go. Every Saturday morning I had to work, you would see him working away. I'd sit and have a little visit and go on about my work. And every time, I would have to remind him to not set the alarm on me when he was leaving. He forgot a few times! I am honored to have worked with such a nice, kind, gentle man for so many years. I am saddened that it got cut so short. Take Care, and we are all here for you guys. Kim - Posted by: Kim Kuzenko (Co-worker) on: Nov 02, 2020

• I had the great pleasure of meeting Ron in 2014, I wish I had met him much earlier in life. Ron and I became fast friends, like we had known each other for decades. We shared a mutual respect for one another and we enjoyed many of the same things in life that made us happy. Ron had a wonderful sense of humour and wit and a very kind and thoughtful demeanor. Our friendship extended through to our wives Donna and Barb and the four of us traveled together as a team to places we would never had thought possible had it not been for the vision of Donna who took the lead in planning the greatest journeys Barb and I had ever been on. Donna, Adam, Mariya, Carly, Hanna and family, Barb and I are heartbroken by the sudden loss of Ron. We wish you all the strength that Ron has imprinted on your lives to carry you through this grief journey. Over the past couple of years we traveled together to Egypt and Jordan visiting the Giza Pyramids, maneuvering through the streets of Cairo, riding camels, sailing down the Nile, exploring the Valley of Kings and Queens, wandering in Wadi Rum, and exploring ancient engineering achievements that were truly amazing. Early this year the four of us took another trip of a lifetime that led us to Peru and Ecuador. We sailed around the Galapogas Islands, climbed Machu Picchu, partied in Cusco, and traveled down the Amazon river spending 4 nights in the Jungle together. How thankful we are to have those memories. We will miss you Ron. - Posted by: Paul Finnbogason (Friend) on: Nov 02, 2020

• Ron was a great friend to all of us that had a chance to work & associate with him. Condolences to his wife, kids, mom & family, especially my other brother John Duncan. May the Creator give you strength & understanding during this time. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 - Posted by: John Miswagon (Former Co-Worker) on: Nov 02, 2020

• My sincerest and deepest condolences go to Donna and her family. This heartfelt tribute reflects the calm and solid guy i remember fback in high school... it seems to me he became the person in life that he was already destined to be. What a blessing for those he touched. I am so very sorry for the anchor you have all lost...Sending you love and courage in your time of grief...know that i am thinking of you. - Posted by: Nicole (DuCharme) (High school friend) on: Nov 01, 2020

• Hi Donna and Family I am so sorry for your loss...so shocked to read this. Please know we are thinking of you...may Ron RIP 💙 Mary and Rick Wilson - Posted by: Mary Wilson (CTK Family) on: Nov 01, 2020

• My deepest condolences to the Duncan family. Ron was a great guy all around. It was a privilege to know him. Hoping you all the best through this very difficult time. - Posted by: Ken Roberts (Friend) on: Nov 01, 2020

• Sorry to hear of Ron's passing. When Ron and John were still running DAL, I was from Tetres Consultants and we worked on joint PCN/MB Hydro projects. The projects were challenging and we had mutual respect for each other's contributions. Later Ron's firm TriCore did a number of flood proofing projects for me as the City's Flood Engineer. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Grant Mohr (engineering colleague) on: Oct 31, 2020

• Donna and family - profoundly sorry to hear of Ron's passing. My heart truly is heavy with the news. Sending prayers and love your way. May Peace Be With You, and may loving memories sustain you, especially at this difficult time. God Bless. Colleen Loewen - Posted by: Colleen Loewen (Old Friend) on: Oct 31, 2020

• Coming over to Duluth house at 6 in morning to roust Ronnie for our work and run in grade 8 ....lifting weights in the basement and perusing the city for 55-57 Chevies....calm, cool, controlled Ron in the middle of the chaos of our ski trips, I will miss him. - Posted by: arch beck (friend) on: Oct 31, 2020

• Donna, Lynn and family Truly sorry to hear of the recent loss of Ron and Mitch in 2019. My thoughts are with you and your families. Kim Zeller - Posted by: Kim Zeller (Friend and coworker) on: Oct 31, 2020

• Ron was not just my brother-in-law.....he was my brother. Ron always had my back, non-judgemental, kind, and supportive. Ron always made time to discuss and guide me on many different things. He was the patriarch of our extended family. I will miss you so much Ricky, you set the bar, and were a beautiful person. My prayers are with you Donna, Adam, Carly and Hanna ......love you guys so much xoxo Anti Anita - Posted by: Anita Swiderski (Sister in law) on: Oct 31, 2020