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BORN
1937
DIED
2020
Emil RAMSAUER Obituary
His family is proud to say Emil lived as he wanted and passed from this world the same way. Emil came to Canada from Switzerland in 1959 where he worked in a multitude of trades from bricklaying to the logging industry. He eventually came to the Prince George area where he met and married Penny. They created a life together and began a family. Emil's skills and love of learning brought him to a career in heavy duty mechanics when he began working for Babine Mack. He may be remembered for being one of the only employees to cross country ski to work! Emil worked for Mack Trucks for over 20 years when he branched out on his own and built a successful and loyal following of clients including Papason Holdings, THR Trucking, in addition to other family based trucking companies. It warms our hearts to know that the kids of his loyal customers were also loyal to Emil's "Cookie Can". Emil was a very practical and caring man who taught everyone that the time it took do something right was not time wasted. Emil was VERY proud of his daughters who were taught from a young age that hard work would get you where you want to be.
Emil's hobbies included work! He loved being a heavy duty mechanic and could and did fix anything. In his younger days Emil adored Heli-skiing long before it became popular(and outrageously expensive) and skied over 100,000 vertical feet on one of his trips. Ultimately Emil was a terrific planner and an outstanding provider. His care and thoughtfulness towards the people he loved was constant and enduring of any distance. He spent the last 60+ years living in Prince George and had the opportunity to meet and deeply affect many lives. Emil also had an amazing sidekick, Tova the Great, his Vizsla dog, who was always accommodating to lunches, naps and putting the run on the 'Holstein' colored cat that tried to enjoy the gardens Emil kept.
Emil's calming and even tempered presence will be deeply missed by every person who's life he touched.
The family is grateful to Dr. S. Mann and the staff of UHNBC by helping to fulfil his wishes.
A service will be held at PG Funeral Home on July 11, 2020 at 11:00 am. The Family will be honoring the limitations set out by Covid-19 and following social distance practices in regards to accommodations and seating. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Red Cross or a charity that is close to your family's heart, Thank you.
Emil said many, many times, with deep sincerity the past few months "My Life Was Beautiful!"
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Memories and Condolences
for Emil RAMSAUER
11 Entries
Barry belanger
July 10, 2020
Worked with Emil from next door Seen him daily for years. Great mechanic
My best to the family
Sue Walski
July 7, 2020
Suset and Family, I am so sorry that you have lost your Papa. There are no words when you loose somebody so special. Just know I love you and am I'm hurting for you. My arms are open wide for a hug whenever your ready. xoxo Sue
Rob Richard
July 6, 2020
I am sorry to hear about Emils passing. I truly enjoyed getting to know him. I loved listening to the stories about his life and enjoyed asking questions. He was truly an amazing man. Never seemed to stop working or learning. Always reading about a new topic or willing to share his opinion with me regarding current events. I am thinking about his family and friends. My deepest condolences.
Paul r wheeler
July 4, 2020
Very sorry to hear Emil has passed. He now is with my dear sister Penny. I send my deepest condolences to his great daughters and there children. My thoughts are with you all.
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Christine Holowka
July 3, 2020
So very sorry for your loss Heidi, Suset and Alice. I remember all of you living across the street from us so many years ago. Your mom was a sweet lady and your dad was one of the kindest men I have ever met.
I got reacquainted with your lovely dad through the years when he would come grocery shopping. It was always a delight to catch up with him. His gentle kindness and sweet smile always always made my day.
Hugs to you all.
Christine Holowka (Mac Donald)
Florence Ward
July 3, 2020
Suset, Heidi & Alice: I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Suset, you always spoke so highly of him and anyone could see just how much you loved and respected him. Sending you all huge hugs.
Charlene Mytting
July 3, 2020
Suset, Heidi and Alice, Were so sorry to hear of your Dads passing.
Sending much love your way
Wade & Charlene Mytting
John Kelly
July 2, 2020
RIP Emil. You were an awesome person! I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work with you and to be a friend for so many years. My condolences to the family.
Gail Horrocks
July 2, 2020
y deepest condolences to Emil family
I met them on Gillette street and babysat his beautiful daughters
Very good girls taught kindness and respect by their amazing parents
May he Rest In Peace, reunited with his beloved Penny
Sincerely
Gail Horrocks (MacDonald)♥♥♥
Cecilia Taylor
July 2, 2020
Emil was always a great pleasure to serve at Save On Foods, Spruceland. I will truly miss his cheery demeanor and gracious, humble manner. I so enjoyed reading about his very interesting life in this wonderful tribute.
Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace, dear Emil.
Suset Ramsauer
July 2, 2020
Dad, I love you and we kept our promise. I am proud and honored to have been there for you like you were for us. Rest In Peace.
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