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Ronald East Obituary
Born in Vernon, Ron's family moved to Prince George during WWII. Ron co-founded and was president and managing director of a communications network of radio and cablevision companies stretching from Smithers to Prince George and 100 Mile House.
Ron was an active member of the community with Toastmasters, the Rotary Club, and a past president of the British Columbia Association of Broadcasters (BCAB). He was named broadcaster of the year in 1976 by the BCAB and served a three year term as a director of the Canadian Cable Systems Alliance. He was a director of the Prince George Symphony Society and the Prince George Community Foundation. Ron was very proud to be a founding member of the group who obtained the Charter for the University of Northern BC. Ron was presented with a Queen's 50th Jubilee medal for his many accomplishments.
Leisure time was spent panning for the mother lode, travelling the world, and camping with family and friends. Happy memories.
Survived by his wife, Helen; son, Ken (Lyn); daughters, Kathryn and Jo-Anne (Neal); sister, Mary-Lou Gardiner; four grandchildren, Jeremy (Susanna), Kati, Jana; and Ian (Sarah);and three great-grandchildren, Warren, Claire, and Kaysen.
No funeral by request. Donations can be made to any charity in his name or the food bank.
Arrangements entrusted with Vernon Funeral Home, Vernon BC: 250-542-0155.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald East
9 Entries
April 17, 2020
A fine kind gentleman who I so enjoyed working with from the start of the PGCFoundation and John Backhouse's Mayoral Roast to many other fundraising events - he was always there to support and encourage worthwhile endeavours. My sincere condolences to his Family. Judy.
Matthew Baldwin
April 17, 2020
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. I don't think I will ever be able to fully measure what his friendship meant to my parents. I'm sure he will be sorely missed by all who knew him. My sincerest condolences to Mrs. East and family.
Mary Jarbek
April 16, 2020
Condolences to Helen and family in the loss of a kind and generous man. I served on the Prince George Community Foundation Board shortly after it was founded and was welcomed and mentored by Ron. Ron gave so much to our non profit community organizations and more. RIP Ron
Gordon Leighton
April 14, 2020
I was saddened to learn of Ron's passing. His broadcasting roots are deep in Prince George. When I agreed to take over management roles at CKPG Radio and TV in 1973, I quickly learned that Ron was a formidable competitor and very capable broadcaster. I learned from him. I admired his commitment to community. I had the good fortune to have collaborated with Ron on a variety of projects that merited support from both local radio stations. Always a kind and respectful gentleman, Ron was and will be remembered as a class act.
Donna Spurr
April 11, 2020
My deepest sympathy Helen, to you and your family .
Susila (nee Gail) Bryant
April 11, 2020
Heartfelt condolences to Helen and all your family members.
The leadership I experienced as an employee of CKPG Radio & TV in the 1960's due to Ron East's vision and integrity was memorable. Stan Davis, Bob Harkins, JWC Barlee, Mike Thornthwaite, Terry, Bert in Traffic, JWC Barlee radio sales, Ab Wiebe & Ann King, copy, Fred, Cliff, Helen Smith, and more are the names of the day for those times. Ron East's contributions to the concept and development of broadcasting are memorable. God bless his soul and comfort his family, friends, co-workers, & companions.
Myron & Shirley Sambad
April 11, 2020
Our sincere condolences to the family. Ron was a credit to the Prince George community. He will be sorely missed.
April 9, 2020
Helen, my thoughts are with you. Ron and you were two of the kindest people that I got to meet in my career. Ron definitely left the world a better place. Take care, Denise Baldock
Len (bear) & Carrol Johnson
April 9, 2020
Helen and family our most sincerest feelings of sorrow to you and family on Rons passing. I first met Ron back in 1972 when I first got involved with CI Radio. Ron was an awesome man and will be missed immensely by all. He was a credit to the community. Rest in peace Ron
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