Obituary of Dennis John Ronald

RONALD, Dennis John 1949 - 2016 With much courage and dignity, and surrounded by his family at home, Dennis John Ronald of London, on Monday, February 22nd, 2016 in his 67th year. Dearly loved father of Amie Ronald-Morgan (Chris), Shannon McGill (Aaron), Lindsay (Marc Riopelle), and Allie Purcell. Devoted and proud Papa of Donovan, Imogen, Alaya, Sonja, Leah, and Ethan. Long-time partner of Carrie Ronald. Cherished son of Thelma Ronald of Brantford and the late John (Jack) Ronald. Dear oldest brother to Donna Coyne (Bill), Brian Ronald (Diana), and Barbara Longo (John). Dennis will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, cousins, his many friends, and his loyal companion, Bobby the beagle. A Brantford resident for most of his life, Dennis welded for Stelco Steel in Hamilton for almost four decades. Upon his retirement, he moved to London to be closer to his family, and treasured spending time with his kids and grandkids. Dennis was an avid fan of sports and music and had an encyclopedic knowledge of both subjects - and just about anything else you might want to hear of. Dennis loved to watch his London Knights and could talk about Coronation Street for hours. Dennis had a passion for mentoring young athletes and served as a coach for minor league hockey teams in Brantford and region. The family extends warmest thanks to Sherry Vergilio, RN (ParaMed), Dr. Kirk Hamilton & team, and the wonderful care Dennis received at the Cancer Centre and at University Hospital. Friends will be received at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Monday, February 29th, 2016 at 12:00 p.m., with a celebration of life service to follow at 1:00 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date at Mount Hope Cemetery, Brantford. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Dennis are asked to consider the London Regional Cancer Program or a youth sporting charity of your choice.