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Ron OSHANEK Obituary
June 6, 1948 - February 9, 2013
O. Ronald Oshanek passed away peacefully with his family at his side after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Ron had a 29 year career with the Calgary Police Service and retired at the rank of S/Sgt. After retirement he kept busy building furniture, golfing, gardening, travelling and making wine. Ron will be dearly missed by Phyllis, his wife of 45 years, and their children; James (Rosita), Rhonda (Paul) and Stacey (Jane) and five grand children; Jaclyn, Shayna, Emily, Evan and Abigail. He will also be missed by his brothers and sisters; Jerry (Paulette), Ethel, Don (Colene), Lawrence, Terry (Cheryl), Diane (Don) and Darlene and Phyllis' sister and her husband, Laurie and Bob, as well as many nieces and nephews and dear friends. A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W. Calgary, AB) on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 Telephone: 1 (866) 412-4222. www.albertacancer.ca/memorial. Our sincere thanks to the wonderful doctors, nurses and care givers at the Tom Baker Cancer Center and the Foothills and Rockyview hospitals. Our special heartfelt thanks to Dean and Chris at the Tom Baker Pain Clinic and to our fantastic team of Home Care nurses. In living memory of Ron Oshanek, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ron OSHANEK
18 Entries
Eugene &Linda Tretiak
February 28, 2013
I knew Ron as a friend when we were growing up, playing in the yard on the hill and in Calgary when we all seemed to have moved from Sask. at the same time. You will be missed.Our condolences to Phyllis and the family.
Lynn, Bob, Bil, Steve & Lisa Copeland
February 27, 2013
So very sorry to hear about Ron's passing....My heart goes out to the whole family... The best neighbors we ever had... God Bless x
Steve Copeland
February 26, 2013
A great man and a great neighbour to grow up living next to. You will be deeply missed.
Tom DICK
February 22, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Ron's passing. I workked the beat with Ron when he first came to Calgary. My thougts and prayers are with his family in this time of sorrow. Ron was a great guy.
Del Sveinsson
February 21, 2013
I went to school with Ron and remember him as athletic and clever. We both delivered newspapers for the Yorkton Enterprise. He was an excellent student and well liked by all. Sorry to hear this news. I know all who knew Ron will have lasting fond memories. He was one of the good guys!
Sherran Morosoff
February 21, 2013
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. I knew him as a little guy in Yorkton and he was such a nice kid. Veryhandsome young man as well. He will be a huge loss to anyone who was fortunate to know him .
Lawrence A. Oshanek
February 20, 2013
I would never have thought I would write this on a Obituary for my younger Brother. I have lived my life expecting it would be the other way around.
Brother Ron's passing is a loss I am sure we will all feel for a very long time.
Goodnight little Brother.
Lawrence A. Oshanek
Paul & Lorraine Rattell
February 20, 2013
Phyllis, sending you and your family our deepest sympathy,
Matthew & Valerie Saunders
February 20, 2013
I knew Ronnie as the neighbour across the street in Valleyridge. Always had a smile and ready too lend a hand, or share a glass of wine. He helped my parents with many projects around the house. We were blessed to have had Ronnie and Phyllis's friendship over the years! Our condolences to Phyllis and the family.
February 20, 2013
Phyllis, we are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing...our sincere condolences..we will not be able to attend the service as we are out of the country..Bill and Marnie Smith
charles"chiko" lee
February 20, 2013
Sgt Oshanek, in 1975, was my introduction to the Calgary Police Service during my first interview, i had the very good fortune of working for him in "C" district. Whenever our paths crossed he was always available to share a smile and a joke, my wonderful career with the CPS was initiated by your interview with me, thank you, and rest in peace.
February 19, 2013
Phyllis and family,
We are saddened to hear of Ron's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
I had great respect for Ron's dedication in his policing career.
As a husband, father and grandfather we know you will miss him dearly.
We are sorry we are unable to attend the Memorial Service as we are wintering in Arizona.
Gerry and Maureen Borbridge
February 19, 2013
Phyllis we were so sorry to read of Ron's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Garth and Susan Wilcox
Colin Harper
February 19, 2013
Ron was one of those guys who treated everyone with respect and a smile, even rookies like me when we both worked in 3 District. He made work fun, even on the bad days.
February 19, 2013
I am sadden to hear of Ron's passing. I worked with him when we were on the job. He was a fun guy and will be missed. My thoughts to his family at this time.
Ken Oglow
February 19, 2013
I am sadden to hear of Ron's passing. I worked with him when we were both on the job. He was a fun guy to work with and my thoughts go out to his family. He will be missed
February 19, 2013
I knew Ron when we were both on the job. He was a genuine person, with a great sense of humor. I'm sorry to read of his passing - my condolences to the family. Glen Berry
Ted Heynen
February 19, 2013
I knew Ron when we worked together for a short time in the police department. He was an honorable man and my condolences go out to his family at this most difficult time.
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