Obituaries

RONALD WILLIAM LEIDING August 27, 1935 – December 30, 2011 A special person remembered and a beautiful life honoured. On Friday, December 30, 2011, Ronald died peacefully, with family surrounding him at the Grace Hospice at the age of 76 years. Remaining to forever cherish Ron’s memory are his son Stephen (Kimberly); daughter Jodi; grandchildren Nicole and Braeden; special friend Judy; siblings Norman (Sue), Joyce, Karen (John), Rob (Maggie); and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents John and Mary; sisters Loreen and Dorothy; brothers-in-law Fred and Elmer; nephew Grant; and niece Debbie. In compliance with Ron’s wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. The family would like to thank the Grace Hospice for creating heaven on earth and bottomless pumpkin pie. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ron’s memory may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 1160-675 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 0V9. Rest in peace Dad and happy fishing.   As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on January 07, 2012