It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Ronald “Ron” Edward McDonald after a brief illness. Ron passed away in the early morning of August 3rd, 2024 at Brampton Civic Hospital surrounded by his family. He is reunited with his beloved wife Diane (nee Wright), his parents Pearl and Hugh, and siblings Eloise Stevens (Charles) and John McDonald (Joan). He is survived by his sister Sandra Hellmann (Joe) and sister-in-law Joan (John). Ron was a loving father to his three sons Jeffrey, Wesley (Krista), and Gordon; and cherished grandfather to Kaylee (Troy), Karina, Rory, Audrey, and Charlotte. Ron was also a devoted pet father to Terry and many other predeceased pets. Ron had a love for music, reading, animals, and spending time with family. Ron was very thankful for the care provided by the nurses and staff at Brampton Civic during his stay and the family received many appreciative words from his care team. Ron’s kindness, interest in others, and his wit and charm will be heavily missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of life for Ronald will be held on Monday, August 19, 2024 at 1pm at Andrews Community Funeral Centre, 8190 Dixie Road, Brampton, ON L6T 5N9.
Donations in Ron’s memory can be made to the City of Brampton Animal Services Hope Fund