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1955
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2019
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Ronald PACE Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald PACE
28 Entries
Donald Oxorn
December 16, 2019
I was an intern at Victoria hospital in London. Ron was a 4th year student. I was destined for anesthesia so that while together on cardiac surgery i shuffled off to the coffee shop while Ron joyfully scrubbed complex cases. Several years later our paths crossed in Halifax. He was a delightful individual. Sincere condolences.
Don Oxorn.
October 27, 2019
He saved my life. And I hoped I was his friend. We worked at the KW woodworking shop. He was a great man and a fine woodworker. God Bless Ron. Thanks for your friendship. Bud
Carol O'Brien
October 25, 2019
Not only was Ron the best boss (1986 in Kingston - I've blocked the date out as I was so sad he was leaving) I've ever had but also a dear friend. I have many happy memories of Ron, Ellen, Mike and Alison including when they lived in England for a year while Ron studied hepato-biliary surgery and I mailed him boxes of Kraft dinner, his Dictaphone, and a small bottle of Canadian Club! I am grateful for having continued our friendship through the years. Sending my love & Hugs and as always
TEAM PACE
Carol xoxo
Greg Antoniadis
October 24, 2019
There are very few gems in this world
Ron was one of them
It was a great honour and privilege to have known him
Carol Rubinoff
October 23, 2019
Oh my, I was so saddened to read this! Dear Dr Pace saved my mom. Even today doctors still talk about his superior laparoscopy surgical skill. He was a legend at GR Hosp Kitch. His humor and such kindness towards my "sweet little lady" mother, as he called her, will never be forgotten. Dr Pace was truly a gift from God and now will rest in His arms in peace and everlasting love (we are spiritual) and I send condolences of prayer and great appreciative thanks to his family for one amazing human being.
Carol (his patient Florence Rubinoff)
Debbie Kitchen
October 21, 2019
Sending my heart felt condolences to Dr Paces family. He saved my life and I am truly grateful that I am still here with my daughters and grandsons.
A great surgeon and bedside manner to match. So sorry for your loss.
October 20, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kevin McCann
October 20, 2019
Let me try this again. I am truly saddened by the loss of Ron Pace and wish to extend my deepest condolences to the entire Pace family. I got to know Ron professionally and socially during my time at SMGH and GRH. I was impressed with both his wit and wisdom. Although I am not a poker player, Ron was a regular at Maverick night and was often the recipient of the bragging rights for winning the event, and more often by his wit and horseshoes! More recently, Ron gave me a gift of handcrafted bowl in appreciation for my care. It may have been the last bowl off the lathe and is proudly displayed in our home as a reminder of his tremendous talent. You will be missed by your colleagues, patients and especially your family my friend.
Kevin McCann
October 20, 2019
I am truly saddened by the loss of Ron Pace and wish to extend my deepest condolences to his family. I got to know Ron both professionally and socially over my years at SMGH and GRH. I was impressed by both his wit and wisdom. Although I am not a poker player, Ron was a fixture at the annual Maverick night and was often the recipient of the bragging rights of winning the event, and often as a result of his wit and wisdom. More recently, Ron gave me one of his handcrafted wooden bowls in appreciation for my care. It may have been the last bowl off the lathe, but it is proudly displayed in our home and will be a constant reminder of the tremendous talent that Ron possessed. You will be missed by your patients and colleagues, my friend.
Deborah DiPede
October 19, 2019
Dr.pace you never left a patients room with out leaving a giggle or full on laugh. Had the privilege of being in so many of these rooms. Your one of a kind bedside manner is what sooo many coming up after You need to embrace!! Thank you for being and living Norman Rockwell daily! Love you and will never forget the legacy of kindness and humour you left us with. Humbled by how all you met were all equally embraced!! You're going to be missed by me and so many others. Thanks for the example you lived out every day!!
Shafik & Ireme Kara
October 19, 2019
Dear Ellen and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Our deepest condolences and sympathies to you and your family. Ron was an anazing person.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Pahl
October 19, 2019
So sad to see this news you will be missed
Lois Carley
October 19, 2019
Dr. Pace was a wonderful man who saved my life. I always thought of him as MY surgeon but the tributes of others today indicate that his warm caring made all of his patients feel the same way. He will be missed.
Cheryl Long
October 19, 2019
Ron was a colleague and also one of my doctors. I always felt the ICU at Grand River was a better place for having him sharing his knowledge! My deepest sympathies to those mourning his passing.
John W
October 19, 2019
Was this the Elizabeth Pace who did genealoy especially the Red River Settlement?
Barbara McCaughrin
October 19, 2019
Dr. Pace was one of my favourite doctors during my time working at SMGH. Always cheerful...always took time to chat. A great man & a great surgeon! RIP Dr. Pace....
Marylou Kolano
October 19, 2019
Dear Ellen and Family;
I am so sad to hear of Ron's passing. I remember many fun times while you were in London and most certainly your beautiful wedding! I send my sympathies and prayers to all.
Marylou Rigg Kolano
Beth Burkhart
October 19, 2019
I worked at GRH and had an incident where Dr. Pace showed that he really cared about the staff too. He will be missed. Deepest sympathy to the family.
Darryl Rouleau
October 19, 2019
Dearest Pace Family. I want to express my condolences in Ronald's passing. In 2014 Ron save my life by removing my cancer, in 2015 He did a 2nd surgery to correct a hernia. . I had a reaction and his fast thinking and professionalism Saved my life . I am forever grateful . during my last visit with Ronald I had to get some fluid removed post surgery and I remember him smiling and saying we have to look after his knee knowing full well it was my abdomen just to get a response. He will be missed Thank you for sharing his talents and his sense of humour.
Maria Costa
October 19, 2019
Dr. Pace performed surgery on my older sister, both of my parents and on myself. I guess you could say he was our family surgeon! Whenever we were wheeled into that operating room, knowing Dr. Pace was at the helm left us with a sense of peace because we knew he was the best in his field. He said it like it was but did it with such compassion. We will miss his smile and his sense of humour but most of all, this community that he served with his heart and soul will miss the extraordinarily talented surgeon that he was. May God bless you, his family, and may you find comfort in the lasting memories that he left each and every one of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
Heather Grant
October 19, 2019
Forever grateful to this amazing man...he saved my husband's life and saw us through dark times with his sense of humour and caring heart.
Charlene Hellens
October 19, 2019
He was a delight to work with in GRH OR. So full of humor. It was never a dull moment when he was around. He will be greatly missed. He had such dedication to surgery.
Daniel Emerson
October 18, 2019
A wonderful doctor who did fantastic work with me when I was admitted for emergency surgery. Calm, cool and collected and made me feel as though my potentially life threatening complications were nothing but old hat to him. I appreciate you and everything the you did for me and others like me.
Anna may Trapp
October 18, 2019
It will be so sad for so ma y people who knew him in so many ways staff hospital workers friends and especially family, prayers for all Anna May TrappA
Laura Edwards
October 18, 2019
His laughter and sense of humour. His dedication to his patients and the staff that worked with him.
He was a joy to work with. Always called the Or to say Pace has a case. He will be truly missed.
Pamela Martin
October 18, 2019
I am so sorry for Dr. Pace's family.As a retired RN from St Mary's, I can say I loved working with Dr. Pace. He was a wonderful surgeon and person!
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Oct
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Celebration of Life
3:00 p.m.
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