83- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ron on January 1st, 2022. Born in Halifax, NS he was the son of the late George and Emma Locke. Ron is survived by his sister Lorraine (Don) Hartley and predeceased by his brothers Johnny and George.
Ron was a devoted husband to Hazel (MacDonald) Father to Brent (Beth) and Jason (Nicole) proud grandfather to Jake, Sam, Sophie, Peyton, Levi, Connor and Gage and great-grandfather to Decker.
Ron was a true legend in the automobile and sporting world. Over a career that spanned five decades, Ron was General Motors greatest salesman selling more vehicles per year than most dealerships. Ron was also a pioneer in the Canadian racing scene. Ron was one of the original builders and founders of Atlantic Motorsports Park and had a successful racing career behind the wheel of his Camaro. He became one of the fastest A Sedan drivers in North America. As much as he loved cars, hockey was his true passion, playing High School, Junior and in the Suburban League for his beloved Bedford Barons. He was also a coach in the Bedford Minor Hockey Association and in later years enjoyed Old Timers Hockey as a player coach.
Ron was a champion in life and had a profound positive impact on many people, to say he will be missed is an understatement. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of 6.2 at the Halifax Infirmary for their compassion and care during Ron's stay. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation or Charity of Choice.
A Celebration of Life Service and Reception will be held on Friday June 24, 2022 at 10:00 am in J. A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax.
Online condolences can be made by visiting: www.jasnowfuneralhome.com
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