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WALLACE RONALD GRAY
Born: Apr 27, 1936
Date of Passing: Sep 02, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWALLACE RONALD GRAY Peacefully and surrounded by his family, Wallace Ronald (Ron) Gray, passed on September 2, 2012, leaving all the difficulties of failing health behind. Ron is survived by his wife Gloria, children Perry (Wendy) and Linda (Steve), grandchildren David and Lisa, sister Joan (Neil) and brothers Ed (Nancy), Stan (Wanda) and special friends Bev and Peter. Ron will be remembered and loved by his family, nephews and niece, many friends and by his brethren at the Winnipeg Fire Department. Ron is predeceased by his parents Wally and Eva Grabowski, his brother-in-law Russell Paulley Sr. and his nephew Russell Paulley Jr. Ron was born on April 27, 1936. He stayed in Winnipeg throughout his life, and enjoyed the summers of his childhood at Winnipeg Beach with his family. In 1957, Ron married Flore Vermette and joined the Winnipeg Fire Department in 1959. Ron spent his time with his family and perusing his hobbies and interests, such as playing clarinet with the Fire Fighters Band and serving as band president, developing his carpentry skills, cross-country skiing in Birds Hill Park and working out at the YMHA. In 1977, Ron married Gloria Forrest. Together they enjoyed many great vacations travelling the world, cruising and driving through Canada and the United States in the big brown van. In summer, Ron and Gloria spent much of their time at Spruce Sands Trailer Park on Lake Winnipeg, always making room for family and friends around the campfire or in the gazebo. Ron retired from the fire department in 1996, achieving the rank of district chief and the respect of all who worked with him. He continued to serve the community in retirement, volunteering at fires and during floods in the Salvation Army wiener wagon . Throughout his life, family was always Ron's top priority. He took his roles of son, brother, husband, father and grandfather very seriously. Ron always made sure that the people in his life knew that they were loved and that they could count on him whenever the need would arise. Ron will be missed, but he will also live on in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to be loved by him. The family would like to thank all the staff of the MICU Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg for their care and compassion during his stay in February and his most recent admission. In particular, the family thanks Dr. Eric Jacobsohn, Dr. Zoheir Bshouty, Dr. Adrian Robertson, Dr. Bojan Paunovic, Dr. Faisal Siddiqui, Dr. Clare Ramsey, Dr. Kim Wiebe and Ms. Deb Enns as individuals who touched Ron and his family deeply. Service of Remembrance will be held on Friday, September 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson Funeral Home, 669 Broadway. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to McDermott House Canada, 6-14845 Yonge Street, Suite 450, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 6H8, an organization honoring firefighters, police officers and service personnel from our armed forces or The Firefighter's Burn Fund, 303-83 Garry Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 4J9. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C OX4 783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 05, 2012
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Little Ronny and I fought many fires in the North End together. He was a good guy and a good firefighter. - Posted by: Scott G. Miner (Colleague) on: Sep 24, 2012
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My sincere condolences to Perry and Wendy on the loss of your dad. - Posted by: Lucie M Lukacs (Desjardins) (friend of Perry and Wendy) on: Sep 21, 2012
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Ron Gray was encountered on a day change in #6 at Burrows and Aikens as my Lieut. on the rescue. It was an experience enhanced by Ron's northend knowledge both in the people and our work. His zest for getting the job done and ability at our profession inspired those around him. Saddened to read this name today. - Posted by: Mike Robson (Firefighter) on: Sep 09, 2012
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On your visit to Queensland, we learned to love and respect Ron. He was a man of many talents and a sense of duty as a Firefighter with the Winnipeg Fire Service. He will be sadly missed. Love Cousin Alfred and Gina, Queensland, Australia. - Posted by: Alfred and Gina Ashbrook (cousins of Gloria) on: Sep 09, 2012
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Gloria, We were sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Sorry we will not be able to attend Ron's Service as we are in BC Faith and Lawrence Mychasiw - Posted by: Lawrence and Faith Mychasiw (friend) on: Sep 06, 2012
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Sending out our sincere condolences to the whole family and particularly to our brother-in-law Dennis. - Posted by: Gisèle Champagne & Jean-Pierre Brunet (related to nephew Dennis) on: Sep 06, 2012
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Our hearts and sympathy are with you on the passing of a wonderful man. He will be missed. Bob and Betty have left for their home in Whiterock and Dave and I will not be able to attend the service due to prior engagements. We will be thinking of you and remembering wonderful times and great memories. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help you. - Posted by: The Hammond family (Friends) on: Sep 06, 2012
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Although I did not know Mr. Gray very well, I will always remember the times when we were in the same company. The Love and Pride he had for his children and grandchildren radiated in his eyes and smile. Mr Gray was a generous man, one of whom I will always be grateful to have had touch my life. My sincere condolences and love to you all. - Posted by: Lorraine Greig (family friend) on: Sep 05, 2012
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I knew you & Ron had come back to Spruce Sands and have been looking for the two of you for a while. You where in C bay. Sorry to read about Ron's passing. I lost mu husband last year and know what you are going through. Time will help. Maureen (Boles) Baker - Posted by: Maureen Baker (friend from Spruce Sands & Transcona) on: Sep 05, 2012
