RONALD ELDEN PHILLIPS

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

• In addition to personal emails to Paige, we are blessed to have had Ron and family as friends since 1962. Ron was a trooper and did not complain through the last 25 years of pain and discomfort. He kept his mind active and kept up on current events to the end. He is missed but Paige will remain a friend. - Posted by: Wayne and Pat Moore (Friends, classmate) on: May 12, 2019

• I will cherish my memories of Ron as a fellow teacher, remarkable for his good nature, sense of humor, dedication to his profession, and his fight for survival. - Posted by: Audrey Young (Colleague) on: Mar 18, 2019

• So sad to learn of Ron's passing. My sincere sympathies to Paige and the girls. Ron and I were classmates at the U of M and shared a love of horses. We spent a wonderful summer in 1968 horseback riding together. So long old friend. (Tom Sharby, friend). - Posted by: Tom Sharby (Old friend) on: Mar 14, 2019

• I was so very sorry to just having heard of Ron's passing. My deepest condolences to Paige and the girls. Ron and I shared a trip to New York to attend a Biology Teachers Convention. That was where we became friends as we shared many school related stories. Ron later taught my son and daughter at Silver Heights Collegiate and they had the greatest respect for his teaching skill. I will miss his E-MAILS . Sharon and I were glad to see Ron after his 50th anniversary. - Posted by: Jim Fielding (friend and science teacher buddy) on: Feb 28, 2019

• So sad to hear of Ron's passing. Have always regarded Ron as a valued Friend even though our lives drifted apart over the years. My Condolences to Paige and Family at this sad time. - Posted by: Bob Patrick (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2019

• My deepest condolences to Paige, Shannon, Laurel and your families. You are like family to my brothers and I. I won't ever forget the times we all spent together over the years..."Grey Cup parties" and "taco chip" nights. Always lots of laughter. Ron, my Dad's best friend and science teacher partner. California trips and golf games. I loved our more recent visits with him and was always touched by his positive attitude and his keen interest in others despite his challenging circumstances. He was warm-hearted and intelligent. I will hold him in my heart forever. - Posted by: Kim Fleetwood (Watson) (Family friend) on: Feb 18, 2019

• Sincere condolences to the Phillips Family. Ron was easy going and his optimism had a positive effect on all of us. - Posted by: Jim Hunter (U of M classmate) on: Feb 13, 2019

• Ron had a Cheery nature and was always a good friend! - Posted by: menno klassen (ckassmate) on: Feb 10, 2019

• I was so saddened to learn of Ron’s Passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this most difficult time. - Posted by: Shirley Codf (Friend) on: Feb 10, 2019

• Paige and family, I was so sorry to read of Ron’s passing. I am so happy I had the opportunity to have a visit with Ron and reminisce about the past. He was a gentlemen and a scholar. Bud. - Posted by: Bud Lindal (Friend and colleague ) on: Feb 10, 2019

• Condolences to the Phillips' family. Paige & Laurel are part of my dancing family and I know the loss you both will feel with your husband/dad's passing. I will never forget his kindness with helping me with my science fair project on the heart so many years ago. Thinking of all of you at this sad time ♡ - Posted by: Heather Hemeryck (Codd) (Friend ) on: Feb 10, 2019

• Paige and Laurel, sending you and yours our sincerest sympathies and love! Her husband, dad and grandfather was a great man! - Posted by: Margaret and Dave Henry (Friend of family) on: Feb 10, 2019

• My deepest condolences to Paige, Shannon and Laurel and family on the loss of Ron. Have such great memories of what a great husband and father he was. Glad I was able to talk to him recently. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Carol Ronald (Friend) on: Feb 10, 2019

• It is with great sadness that I learn of the recent passing of an old friend and fellow science educator, Mr. Ron Phillips. He was the first Secondary Science coordinator to be appointed in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division. With his guidance and encouragement, I was able to become the second. Ron was a true professional totally dedicated to providing the best in Science education for his students. As a coordinator, he was able to motivate and provide assistance to his fellow science teachers in the division. He became totally immersed in the intricacies of Biological Science as well as exploring effective pedagogical practices involved with motivating teachers and students. After our retirements, I thoroughly enjoyed our "Lunch With Ron" sessions at his apartment where fellow colleagues would gather and talk about old times. Up until last month, Ron and I would regularly share emails to keep in constant contact. I will miss my friend, fellow coordinator, fellow teacher, and email buddy. My condolences go out to Paige as well as the rest of his family. May God bless him and keep him in eternity. - Posted by: Victor Nehe (Fellow science teacher and science coordinator) on: Feb 09, 2019

• My deepest sympathies to Paige, Shannon and Laurel. Ron fought a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis which was extremely difficult at times. But he always possessed the highest dignity and was always a person one should emulate. RIP my extraordinary example. - Posted by: Joanne Bromilow (Friend) on: Feb 09, 2019

• You have my deepest sympathy at this time of loss. Ron was a dear friend and compatriot of Ernie's and mine. We used to think of the writing and baseball that they did together often. - Posted by: Helen Kuch (long time friend) on: Feb 09, 2019