Passed away at 73 years on February 27th 2012, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. He was a professor, a social worker, a community volunteer, an organist and a singer. He completed his academic career at Ryerson University, University of Windsor, Wayne State University and University of Michigan. Loving husband for 43 years of Joan (nee Calder) and proud father to David of Windsor and Jennifer of Cobourg. Predeceased by his parents Bram and Flora Poole and his sister Sharron Park of North Bay. Special thanks to Don and Lois Bardwell, Mary Jo Farley and Janice Mc Donald who gave Ron loving care and support. The nurses and staff at Malden Park Palliative Care filled his last days with grace, compassion and dignity. At Ron’s request a private family ceremony will be held at the Walter D. Kelly Funeral Home, Windsor (519-252-5711). Donations in his honour may be made to the Essex County Humane Society or The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
2-Timothy 4:7
