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Ronald Mitchell KACHMAN

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Ronald KACHMAN Obituary

Published by Edmonton Journal on Jan. 18, 2018.

KACHMAN, Ronald Mitchell
August 24, 1942 - January 09, 2018
It is with sad hearts and fond memories that we announce the peaceful passing of Ron Kachman.
Many people will remember Ron as an avid problem solver and inventor, visionary and mediator, advocate and friend. Professionally, he worked for 41 years at NAIT and retired as the Dean of the School of Electrical and Electronics Technologies. He was an avid sports fan, photographer, science fiction enthusiast, and passionate gardener with his beloved wife Cheryle, who was his soulmate for 49 years.
Ron's memory will be cherished by his wife Cheryle, his daughter Olivia, her partner Don Welsh, and his son David; his younger sister Laureen Poston and her husband Ted; his nephews Garett and Kevin and their families; his many cousins, colleagues, and friends.
The family invites you to a Celebration of Life on Saturday, January 20, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Fresh Express Banquet Hall, Room U122 (Building U), Learning Resources Building at NAIT - 118 Ave NW and 106 St NW.
In lieu of flowers, for those wishing, a memorial donation can be directed to support the Head and Neck Cancer Surgery Program at the University of Alberta Hospital, c/o the University Hospital Foundation 8440 – 112 St. NW Edmonton, AB.

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May 21, 2018

Stella Shrum posted to the memorial.

January 29, 2018

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January 24, 2018

Terry Cooke posted to the memorial.

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Stella Shrum

May 21, 2018

Cheryle,
My sincere condolences for the loss of your husband Ron. I only recently learned through the New Trail magazine and wanted to reach out and offer my sympathies to you and your family.

January 29, 2018

Dear Cheryle, we are very sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
With sincere sympathy,
Ray and Marilyn Langford
Spruce Grove

Terry Cooke

January 24, 2018

To both the Kachman and Poston families, you have my condolences and deepest sympathy and I want to let you know that Ron made a tremendous difference to my life, as he did to countless others.
I was very proud to call him both colleague and friend and when my time comes to leave this world for the next, I hope I will be able to do it with the same strength of character and dignity shown by Ron. I shall miss him dearly!

Olivia Kachman

January 22, 2018

This is what I shared at the Celebration of Life on January 20th; a snapshot about the interesting complexities of father-daughter and how much I will miss his love.

You lifted me over your head so I could ride your shoulders as a kid &
You challenged me to see the big picture when I was an adult.

Your meticulous calculations to my wild estimations were balanced
By my intuitive superpowers that baffled your logic.

My shamanism and spirituality met your quantum physics and Sci-Fi
And you could see the bridge between both worlds, believing the possibility
That life was much more than what merely meets the eye.

My spontaneous decisions triggered your calculating and thoughtful nature;
You were Mr. Consumer Reports to my impulsiveness and spontaneity.

My fiery passionate rants were met by mostly your measured speech, patience and diplomacy; qualities that served you at work, but were infuriating to receive as a teenager.

You would climb the mountains and navigate the valleys with me, always listening.
Sometimes there were no words, and we would just sit still with it all- the victories and defeats, milestones and challenges of Life.

We have planted garden seeds and gone on missions for the perfect Christmas tree.
We cried together watching chick flicks & laughed at mom's to do lists,
Preferring the sanctuary of sudoku & stillness over busyness.

You were the dad that my school friends envied- kind, generous, loving, available.
Dave and I clearly lucked out when we signed up for you as our dad.
You never gave up on our dreams, as those were as precious to you as they were to us.

You were mom's soulmate, companion and best friend.
Who else would sail on the ocean by her side, terrified of drowning,
Because you wanted her to share her passion for all things aquatic?
A love like that is rare.

You were Mr. Fixit, but could never repair my broken heart, even though you kissed my scraped knees as a kid and made everything better. I learned that somethings you need to heal yourself.

You were mom's morning kisses and coffee conversations
Enthusiastic high fives to Dave's awesome accomplishments
Fist pounds welcomes to Don's hip hop ways
And your classic bear hugs inspired my Free Hugs.

Being wrapped in your Love with your strong arms and big heart was the best medicine you could give. Hugging you on stage at my NAIT grad and our last hug will always be unforgettable.

To hold your calloused mechanic hands was to know true strength & gentleness.
Even when there were no words, your hand reaching for mine said everything.

Despite our differences, we were very much the same.
Despite our differences, we taught one another to love deeper.

I am not sure what a daughter is like without a father; but I do know that you will be whispering the words I need to hear, surrounding me with love and encouraging me to bloom, whether I can see you or not. I will imagine you wrapping your arms around me, and take comfort in your return to Peace.

Thank you, dad, for everything.

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Martina, Rick and Theresia S

January 21, 2018

Our condolences to you and your family. May you and your family remember all the fond memories you had together. Cherish them and be gentle with yourselves over this period. Blessings and sending LOVE your way.

George Andrews

January 20, 2018

My sincere condolences to the to the family of Ron Kachman. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. I believe all who knew him were better for making his acquaintance. I very much enjoyed our conversations.

Anne-Marie Simard

January 20, 2018

Dave- all my love to you and your family in this difficult time. Embrace the moments close to your family and friends. Thinking of you xx

Marshall Heinekey

January 19, 2018

My Thoughts and Prays go out to the family of Ron Kachman. I had the pleasure of meeting Ron many times across this great country through the organizations NCDoT and CCTT. we talked,laughed,dine while solving important issues. He had such a quite effective problem solving demeanor, very respectived by his peers. I will miss him. It was real privileged to have known Ron

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Elsa Cheeseman

January 19, 2018

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January 19, 2018

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January 19, 2018

Bill Yaremko

January 18, 2018

Ron was a true gentlemen and an awesome leader. I was fortunate to work with him for many years and learn from his great wisdom and ways. Ron will be missed. My condolences to the family and loved ones.

January 18, 2018

Heaven is getting one of the nicest people that I ever had the pleasure of working with over the years at NAIT. Verna McIlveen

January 18, 2018

My condolences and love to you Auntie Cheryle, Olivia and David. May all your fondest memories be able to bring you some peace in the days to follow.

Nora Bibby

January 18, 2018

Ron was such a kind soul, and will be missed by many who knew him. I had the pleasure of working with Ron, and have many fond memories. My sincerest condolences to the family.

Penny Green

January 18, 2018

Cheryl's... Olivia... Don..... please know you are in my heart during this difficult time.My condolences to all of your loving family members...

Mary Rehill

January 18, 2018

I have many fond memories of working with Ron. The heaven's welcome him and the beauty of nature will be the reflection of his soul. My sincere condolences to his family.

Seeth Seethram

January 18, 2018

Many good memories of Ron from NAIT and the lunch gatherings every Wednesday. We will all miss him at lunch gatherings.

My heart-felt condolences to Cheryle and the family.

Donna Foerster

January 18, 2018

Ron was such a true gentleman, a good friend and co-worker for many years. Cheryle, Olivia and David, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Undoubtedly you have lots of wonderful memories that keep him in your hearts.