Greta and family,

Ron had a heart as big as his personality (large!) and he had a profound impact on everyone he met.  For myself, he shared a deep friendship and close professional partnership while we were together at McQuay, and our enjoyment and successes there could not have happened without him.  I'll miss him immensely, and my heart goes out to all of you with his passing.

Eric

To the Hanlon family, 

I wish to express my sincere condolences on your tremendous loss. I spent a little bit of time with Ron in his capacity at President of GHP and thought of him as a stellar person. Smart, generous and full of vision. He is a tremendous loss for our community and an enormous loss to his family.

May you take some consolation in knowing that he lives on in his children.

Sincerely,

David Graham

We are greatly saddened to hear of Ron’s passing, and our hearts and prayers go out to his family and many friends.  I had the privilege to meet Ron while working at Daikin McQuay where as President he provided inspired leadership while showing a personal interest in each of his employees.  I’ll always remember hearing Ron’s sage advice to us in the chiller marketing group where he counseled, “When you got orders, you got options.” My favorite memory of Ron came when Gloria and I were planning a visit to Nova Scotia to celebrate our 25th anniversary and I reached out to Ron for advice on what to see.  I was hoping for a short list of sites but Ron, of course, sent a comprehensive list of the many fabulous sites he recommended in his beloved Nova Scotia.  But the thing that really showed Ron’s heart was the fact that the number one attraction on Ron’s list was “A visit and boat ride at mine and Greta’s home.”  That invitation led to a lovely evening with Ron and Greta and their children, an overnight, and of course the promised boat ride.  Ron surely demonstrated how to live with style and grace.  His passing is truly a loss to all of us.

With our deepest sympathies,

Ray and Gloria Good




I was saddened to hear of Ron's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with Ron through our days at Trane and at McQuay. I found Ron competent,  caring, confident, honorable  and all that worked with him, whether fellow employees or customers, found Ron genuine and fair. Two things stand out in my mind when I think of Ron.... First, he loved his family. He was proud of each and every one of you and talked about you often.  Secondly, whenever you ran into Ron, you were met with his million dollar smile. He always had time for you no matter where you  were in the organization. Ron was a good friend and will be missed.

To Jim, Ann and the Hanlon family,   I am so sorry to hear of Ron's passing.  Such lovely write-ups in the papers, it will be be a great loss to your whole family.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. 

Dan and Dorothy Rice


On behalf of the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD) University our sincere condolences to Ron's family.
Only a few short weeks ago Ron was on campus meeting with us to discuss the great potential NSCAD has to offer the communities of Nova Scotia in the creative, cultural sector - he had great vision and we all enjoyed his presence and animated conversation.
Ron will be sadly missed but his contribution will live on through those he has inspired and helped along the way. We will not let him down - thank you Ron.
Sincere thoughts are with you all at this sad time that has come too soon,
President Dianne Taylor-Gearing

Hello Greta, Leo, Katie, Madeline, and Sean,

I'm saddened to hear of Ron's passing, he was a great man!  He was gifted with a wonderful family and friends, for me, he was a great coach in business while at McQuay and encouraged everyone he came in contact with to do great things!  Ron will always be remembered!  

Dear Greta and Family,

I had the pleasure of getting to know Ron when he first started at the Halifax Partnership.  He was a visionary and someone I truly enjoyed talking to.  He was a champion for Halifax and his passion for our great city was evident.  I consider myself privileged to have known him.  He will be missed greatly.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roger Boutilier 

Please accept our deepest sympathies, and know that our thoughts are with the Hanlon family during this difficult time. Ron was a champion for the Halifax business community. We were honoured to have known him and will cherish the knowledge he shared. On behalf of the Invest in Canada team, we truly admire Ron’s achievements within the economic development community and offer our sincere condolences.

Dear Greta and family,

Ron and I served together on the Feed Nova Scotia Board. 

When I first called him over a year ago to see if he would join us, he didn't hesitate to commit himself. His passion for helping those less fortunate in our community played out as he brought his considerable expertise to the boardroom table.

On a personal note, Ron was a mentor. He was exceedingly supportive as he connected me with opportunities that would allow me to continue to make Halifax my home and not flee to Toronto.

I will always be grateful for his kindness. 

He was, in the simplest yet most meaningful of terms, a great guy.

Sincerely,
Chaz


I am saddened to hear the news of Ron,Jim's little brother.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Greta and family,

Tara and I are sending our deepest and most heartfelt condolences.   Like most we were stunned to hear the news.   I had the pleasure of working for and with Ron for many years.  He was my boss, mentor and friend.  Ron helped me realize many of the successes I have been afforded in my life and for that I will be eternally grateful.   I cherish the times we spent together traveling across North America, preparing for one meeting or another or just stopping by his office to say hello.  His dedication to his family, coworkers, and overall team made it all seem worthwhile.   Ron possessed those rare abilities to see the best in everyone and remain calm in the most trying of times.  All this whilst offering a quick quip  to lighten the mood.  He will be missed greatly.  

With our thoughts and prayers,

Stephen and Tara Poles
Dallas, TX


Please extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ron. He was a friend, a co-worker and boss of mine at McQuay. But most importantly, one of the friendliest and most compassionate people I've known. Sharp as can be. Challenging yet forever encouraging. I saw him not only as a business associate, but as a husband and father. A truly remarkable man. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Greta and family.   Tom Johnson and Jan

Greta and family: Gord Wilkinson just called me ,I am stunned and so is Pat. Ron and I had some great challenged together and always came out well. A strong smart leader that never forgot his base. Loved him like my brothers.
Ron's family was always number one to him. May God bless you all , Ron leaves a big hole in many lives he touched. Our prayers are with you.
Harrison and Patricia Rees

Greta, Leo, Katie, Madeline, and Sean, 

We were shocked and deeply saddened when we received the news. Monica and I want to send you our sincere condolences and prayers at this time. Ron was such a big part of my life, a true friend and someone to which I owe much gratitude. We loved to swap stories of the work we had been involved in and the characters that dotted our lives but we mostly enjoyed catching up on how our kids were doing. He was so proud of his kids and all that was going on in their lives. He also was amazed at your strength and grace Greta in taking care of all of your family, especially Madeline.  I feel as though I have lost a part of my life, my history, my mentor and great friend and I can only imagine how you all feel. I always knew I could count on Ron for anything and that is a hole that won't be filled.  He seemed finally settled now that he had returned home, it seemed idyllic.  

We pray that God will be with you all at this time.
Love and Prayers
Steve & Monica Bondy

Ron was one of the smartest, most caring people I had the fortune of knowing.   He will be greatly missed!
RIP Ron

Jeff

My condolences to Ron's family.   He was a man of great character of who I had a lot of respect .   There is a lot we could learn from his example.

OBITUARY

Ronald Michael Hanlon

7 May, 1959 – 27 May, 2018

JA Snow Funeral Home

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