August 28, 1930 - January 18, 2025
Ron passed away after a brief illness at Stratford General Hospital on January 18th, 2025, in his ninety-fifth year. Ronald George Sangster, loving husband of the late Jean Rae (Smith). Adored father of Susan (Rev. Steve Lindsay), Donna (Bill Brown) and Beth (John Macintyre). Loving grandfather of Sarah (John), Donald (Jessica), David (Christa), Laura and Peter. Proud Great grandfather of Henry and Caroline. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews and numerous friends. Predeceased by his parents George and Mae Sangster, and brother Donald William. Ron was born and raised in Stratford, Ontario and started his career as a machine apprentice for the CNR. He then moved to Fergus to work at Beatty Bros in the research department. After moving to Toronto, he worked as a sales agent for Laura Secord Chocolates and later as a court officer with Metro Toronto Police Force. He retired in 1993, and he and Jean moved to beautiful Bayfield before moving back to his hometown of Stratford in 2009.
Ron was a drummer and the Drum Major with the Royal Canadian Regiment Pipe Band and later the Perth County Pipe Band. He was also a member of the Stratford Legion. He was a devoted member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Humber Heights, Grace Presbyterian Church (Etobicoke), Knox Presbyterian Church (Bayfield) and St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (Stratford). He served as a Sunday School teacher, member of the Board of Management, an Elder and Clerk of session. His natural charm and beautiful smile could light up a room. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the wonderful staff at Woodland Towers and Stratford General Hospital for their kindness and attention to Ron's care.
Family and friends are invited to Ron’s visitation at the W.G. Young Funeral Home on Thursday, January 23rd from 10am until the time of the service at 11:30am (Legion service will take place at 11:30am).
For the individuals that are not able to attend the service, you can watch the service using the Webcast link below Ron's obituary.
Interment at Avondale Cemetery. Reception to follow in the reception centre of the funeral home.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Stratford, the Salvation Army or a charity of choice would be appreciated and may be made through the funeral home. www.wgyoungfuneralhome.com
