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Ronald Branscombe Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 16, 2010.

BRANSCOMBE, Ronald G. Of Highland Beach, Florida, formerly of Ottawa, Ontario, passed away peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family on May 11, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife Iva Branscombe, his children Kelli (Ian) Dixion of Ottawa, Audra and Ronald E. Branscombe both of Florida and his granddaughter Olivia Dixion. Predeceased by his parents Borden and Bernice Branscombe. Dear brother of the late Douglas (Pauline) Branscombe, Lois (Doug) McKay, Bonnie (the late David) Walker and Brian Branscombe. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ron was the former owner of Branscombe Motor Inn, Ottawa, Busch's Seafood Restaurant in Delray Beach and Jupiter, FL. Friends may visit at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Baseline and Bayshore Dr.), Nepean on Wednesday, May 19th from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, May 20th at 1 p.m. Interment at Holy Trinity Anglican Cemetery, North Gower, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, donations or tributes may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences, donations or tributes may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com

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Mike

August 26, 2023

Condolences. I worked for Ron at Branscombe Motor Inn as well as in 401, in Peterborough.

Mike.

Edie Seveny

May 29, 2010

Dear Iva & Family -

Was so sorry to learn of Ron's passing. I know he & Neil were friends for many years. Neil was so pleased when he learned that you had a restaurant in Delray. We looked forward to dining there & seeing you both every season. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time.

May 21, 2010

Dear Iva nd family:

I just heard of Ron's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your famly at this most difficult time. Ron was a most gracious individual with a jovial personality and he will be missed by all who knew him.

Pat Marie

May 20, 2010

Kelli & Family
We are very sorry to hear of your loss.

May you find strength in friends and family at this difficult time.

Doug & Linda

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Gary & Louise Seveny

May 20, 2010

To Iva and family, we offer our condolences at this very difficult time. I have fond memories of Ron from the days of his Esso station in Bells Corners where I think he was the first to have young ladies in short shorts and tank tops bringing in line-ups of cars at the pumps. This was also at the time of putting a Tiger in your tank! He was a man of grand ideas and practical about business opportunities.
I am so pleased that his family has stayed involved in the business ventures to carry on with his vision. My next meeting with you will be under more pleasant circumstances when we dine at Brix in Jupiter. It is good to have friends when we winter in Delray Beach.

Monica Saunders

May 20, 2010

My condolences to all who knew and loved Ronald Branscombe. May your fond memories of special times spent together bring you comfort and may the passing of time heal your sorrow.
Little by little, you begin to remember not just that he died, but that he lived. And that his life gave you memories too beautiful to forget.
The Saunders family

Danielle and Tom Goddard

May 19, 2010

Mrs. Branscombe, Audra and Ron. We just heard mere moments ago of Ron Sr.'s passing. Please know our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers are with you at this incredibly difficult time. We will never forget how we were welcomed as family the minute we arrived in Florida. He was the consummate host and his spirit was contagious. May your memories make you smile and may you rest knowing he is at peace.

Tawnia Vihos

May 18, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this painfull time.

Tim Sapp

May 18, 2010

Iva, Audra and Ron Jr. I was out of country last week and just found out yesterday. I will miss Ron and his caring ways. My Condolences to you and family.

Rick Fage

May 17, 2010

Iva - I remember working with you and Ron many, many years ago. He was a wonderful guy and a true businessman. He will be dearly missed by everyone who had the pleasure to meet him.

Bryan Fuller

May 16, 2010

Iva and families. Sorry to hear about Ron. Ron, may you rest in peace now and for ever more. God bless.

Joyce Hobbs

May 15, 2010

Iva,Audra,and Ron,Jr. we are going to miss Ron ,we go back a long time 43yr,s. I will never have a fondu dinner without thinking of Ron.We will see you in Ottawa. Love Bob and Joyce

New Year's Eve 2010

Karen Pruznick

May 15, 2010

Iva, Audra and Ron, Jr., We are so sorry to hear about Ron He will be missed but remembered always, telling jokes, having a good time, a true friend. I remember how he called me during my trip down the intra-coastal and how great it was to be greeted by my friend when I arrived on his dock. Rest in Peace my friend. Tom and Karen, Hawley Pa and Boca Raton, FL.

May 14, 2010

Iva,Audra,and Ron jr.
It was a great pleasure, working all the years with Ron. He is a great bussinessman and friend. I will miss him very much.

Randy Lipsky, Maui Hawaii

Kim Jackson

May 14, 2010

Iva, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Ron was a pleasure to work with and to watch a Marlins games wtih as well. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Fondly, Kim Jackson

Mark and Laura Sullivan

May 14, 2010

Iva, Audra and Ron Jr.,
Our prayers are with; Ron was a great man, loving soul and tremendous spirit - He will be missed by all.

nino yeager

May 14, 2010

he was a true leader and good friend, i ll miss him dearly....your friend ...nino

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