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Long Point Friends donated to THE GREENWOOD CEMETARY CORPORATION
Sunday, August 7, 2022
Sincere condolences to the Gelderland family at the passing of Ron Gelderland, from your friends at Long Point:
Dave Peacock, Bill and Michelle Turner, Dick and Marilyn Teague, Rocco and Betty Deiaco, Bob and Rita Carlisle, Bev Carlisle and Michael Pitzen, Shirley and Mike Weatherby Families, Ruth Carlisle and Terry Fitzpatrick.
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Florindo Mandarino posted a condolence
Thursday, July 28, 2022
On behalf of Florindo Mandarino, and all of us at Intrepid, we wanted to express our deepest and most sincere condolences on Ron's passing. Ron was always a true gentleman, a pleasure to work with, and a force of good in all that he touched.
Darryl donated to THE GREENWOOD CEMETARY CORPORATION
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Condolences from the City of London Dig Out Crew
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David Colby posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Dear Jane, Darryl and Family:
I learned of Ron's passing today in the Chatham Voice but the visitations and service are all over. Please know that I certainly would have attended both had I known in time. Ron was a tremendous friend to me and to my Dad, in fact to the entire Colby family from my grandfather on down. We spent many hours discussing life while on survey jobs in Howard Township. He always listened to me even when I was a kid and I always looked forward to jobs when Ron would be there. He taught me a lot of things that I carry and think about often. Ron was part of the McGregor Bay crew as well. He enriched my life in so many ways. I am saddened by his passing and that there were not enough chances to visit in recent years with the pandemic. Sincere condolences and deepest respect and love.
Dave Colby
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Brian Anderson posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
I am saddened to learn of Ron's passing. I have known Ron for over 30 years. He was a mentor for me when I was at Chatham Township and he was at Howard. I also had the privilege of working with Ron as members of the Chatham/Kent Drainage Board. He worked to ensure that the projects reviewed by the Board met the needs of the residents of Chatham/Kent. He always provided very astute input to the Board meetings. He will be missed
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Ann Ford posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
I'm so sorry for your loss. I got to know Ron from his time on the Drainage Board, what a wealth of knowledge. He always had a kind word and a smile, a complete gentleman to everyone. To know such a kind person was a pleasure. He is greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Ann Ford
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Larry & Patricia Rumble posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
Jane & family - Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of Ron, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this very difficult time. May the memories of love shared comfort each of you now and in the days to come.
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John and Deb Guyitt posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Our thoughts and deepest condolences to you Jane and your family at this difficult time.
John and Deb Guyitt
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Galbraith Family posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
Our sincere condolences are extended to Ron's Family at this time of his passing. He is a very memorable part of our community especially where his care and dedicated services for our roads were concerned. And that care extended beyond the roads. One evening he called us to inquire of our dog as he realized she had been accidentally scooped up and tossed by the snow plow blade. He was quite concerned but alternately relieved to learn that she did indeed survive and recover from the incident. That was just Ron . . . always looking out for everyone and making time to respond to questions or concerns in a most friendly manner. May your family be blessed with comfort strength and peace at this time. Fred and Cheryl Galbraith
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Luanne Wootton posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
Jane, Deborah, Darryl and David,
We are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your families.
Greg, Luanne and Heather Wootton
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Chatham-Kent Road Association posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
We are deeply saddened to hear the news of Ron's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.
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Pat Bruette posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
My sincere sympathies to Jane and family.
I had the pleasure of knowing Ron for a long time and the privilege of working with him. A true gentleman and a great teacher.
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Dickson Ford posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
It was with great sadness we read of Ron's passing. Everyone at Dickson Ford will miss Ron. Our thoughts and sympathy go out to his entire family during this difficult time. We hope your many beautiful memories of Ron over his lifetime will help ease your pain and keep him close to your hearts. Thinking of all of you.
Russ, Allison, Alex, Judy, Scott, Al, Erik, Chris H. and Chris O.
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Harold & Allison Stirling posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
Harold and I were sad to hear the news of Ron's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jane, Dave, Ann and the Gelderland Family during this time.
Harold, Allison, Brandon & Alex Stirling
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Kearney Planters posted a condolence
Monday, July 25, 2022
We are deeply saddened to hear the news of Ron's passing.
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gelderland Family during this very difficult time.
Barry, Sandi, Colleen and the staff at Kearney Planters.
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Sandra Gilhula posted a condolence
Sunday, July 24, 2022
Mrs. Gelderland and Family
I am so very sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Although I only knew him briefly through our time on the Red Leaf Lane Executive his wealth of knowledge will be greatly missed. He was a great resource to go to when we needed information for projects.
Sincerely,
Sandi Gilhula
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Cheryl Van Der Aa donated to THE GREENWOOD CEMETARY CORPORATION
Sunday, July 24, 2022
Jane and family;
I am so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Even though I haven’t seen your family in many years, I still remember you coming to visit my parents just before the twins were born. I hope your many happy memories will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Sincerely, Cheryl (Gosnell) Van Der Aa
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Glen & Margie Richardson posted a condolence
Sunday, July 24, 2022
Jane & family:
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Ron.
Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
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Judy and Ron Osborne posted a condolence
Sunday, July 24, 2022
Our sincere sympathy to Jane, Darrell , Deborah, David and their families. I have many memories of Ron from my childhood like riding in his Volkswagen and losing our swing set one Halloween night. We found it in Grampa Ameels lane and Ron was a good neighbor and brought it home for us! He always loved a good joke. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Ron and Judy Osborne
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John & Sonia Simpson posted a condolence
Sunday, July 24, 2022
Jane & Family,
We would like to send our deepest condolences to you. Ron will be greatly missed by many.
John & Sonia Simpson
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Paul and Karen Devereux posted a condolence
Sunday, July 24, 2022
Ron was a great friend and business associate. He will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with the Gelderland family.
The Devereux families
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Gary and Luanne Brien posted a condolence
Sunday, July 24, 2022
We will remember him with respect and fondness for his generous nature and neighbourly spirit. He always met you with a smile and kind word.
Gary and Luanne Brien.
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Jaylene Eakins lit a candle
Sunday, July 24, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Our heartful sympathy at this sad time but may you find comfort in knowing there is no more pain, only peace with the Angels surrounding him. God bless your family.
Jaylene Eakins and Family
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Sue MacDonald posted a condolence
Sunday, July 24, 2022
Our thoughts & prayers go out to the Gelderland family during this difficult time.
Tom & Sue MacDonald
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Marion Depuydt posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
Jerry & Tom Goens
Jane & family,
So sorry to hear of Ron`s passing.
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Marion Depuydt posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
Jane & FAMILY
So sorry for your loss.
Marion Depuydt & family
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Ben van Heeswijk posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
On behalf of myself and Carla and our family our condolences with the passing away of Ron.He may rest in peace.
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Wayne Pollock posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
Deepest condolences to Ron's family. I worked with Ron at Chatham Kent and found him to be a true gentleman - professional and knowledgeable. Sincerely Wayne Pollock
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Joanne Humphrey lit a candle
Saturday, July 23, 2022

Ron was a wonderful person and we are honoured to have known him. I first met Ron when my family lived on Gosnell Line. I wasn't very old & he was a teenager but even with the age difference he was nice to me. My parents really liked & appreciated the Gelderland family down the road.
John first met Ron at the dealership and they shared many stories over the years.
Our condolences to all the family.
John & Joanne (Shepley) Humphrey
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Hall family of BC donated to MOUNT ZION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH,
Saturday, July 23, 2022
In recognition of Mount Zion’s importance to Uncle Ron through his life and in memory of him.
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Karen,Ray, Courtney Hall posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
While we extend our greatest sympathy to Aunt Jane, the “three D’s” and their families on Uncle Ron’s passing, we also recognize, from the posted tributes, of the great impact Ron had on the lives of so many. There can be no greater tribute as we remember Uncle Ron.
We, on the West Coast, will miss our FaceTime calls, were we all struggled, at times, with the technology, as well as, his frequent and eclectic emails.
In short, we will remember Uncle Ron, as we grieve with the family and know that memories of him will be indelible.
Love Karen, Ray and Courtney
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Terri Eakins lit a candle
Saturday, July 23, 2022

So sorry for all of your losses.Sending love hugs and prayers. Love Terri, Olivia
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Lynda Earley posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
George and I extend our condolences to the family. I have many memories from WOAS 1960
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Ayman El-Amir posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
Dear Deb,
Our sincere condolences for your lose.
Ayman El-Amir and Family
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Clarence Cudmore posted a condolence
Saturday, July 23, 2022
Sorry to hear of the passing of Ron. I grew up as a neighbor of Ron and family and have fond memories of school days and remembering playing together. Sorry for your loss Jane.
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David Wake lit a candle
Saturday, July 23, 2022

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gelderland family @ this very difficult time. God be with you
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ANNE & LARRY WILSON lit a candle
Friday, July 22, 2022

So sorry for you loss. We both knew Ron through work. He was a wonderful person. Anne & Larry Wilson
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Shelley Campbell posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Aunt Jane, Darryl, Deborah, David and family...
Heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Uncle Ron. Truly a life well-lived with an unbelievable legacy shared with his family, friends and the community. May the fondest of memories comfort the heart and alway bring you a smile.
With love and fondness,
Shelley Campbell and boys
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Shirley Clark posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
What a contribution Ron has made to the community in his quiet way. He was a man of integrity. my condolences. to the family/
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Pattie&John Spacil posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing, May He RIP, thinking of you all during this time.
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Association of Ontario Road Supervisors donated to ChathamKent Hospice Foundation
Friday, July 22, 2022
To the Gelderland family,
On behalf of the Board of Directors, the members and staff of the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors, please accept our sincere condolences on Ron's passing. While I didn't have the opportunity to work with Ron, those who did tell me he was a gentleman and a professional, and represented the very best of the public works profession.
John Maheu, Executive Director
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Deanna Underwood posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Jane, Dave, Deb, Darryl and families:
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband, Dad, and grandfather.
I have fond memories of times at the house with Dave and our friend gang.
Ron was an amazing conversationalist with a fabulous memory and a sincere interest in our lives. He will be missed.
Sending our love and condolences,
Deanna & Tim, Jack & Flo Underwood
Elmira, ON
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Amy Finn lit a candle
Friday, July 22, 2022

My condolences on the passing of Ron. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
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Stan & Edna Brien posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
It can truly be said that Ron left our world in a much better place for him having been here. His contribution over his lifetime has been huge starting with his career on throughout all the organizations he contributed to. He set a fine example for all of us to follow. We will keep Jane & family in our thoughts and prayers.
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Dennis Davis posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, July 22, 2022

Thinking of Ron today a good friend and neighbour condolences to the family so sorry for your loss. Dennis
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Cherie Wood posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
I worked with Ron at the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Such a great guy! He was so friendly and always chatting and had a good story. So very sorry to hear of his passing. Thinking of his family and friends.
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Heather and Bruce Burrell lit a candle
Friday, July 22, 2022

Our deepest condolence with the passing of Ron. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. He will be missed greatly.
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Terry Holmes posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, July 22, 2022

Dear Jane
So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I enjoyed our visits and his stories very much! Always a good laugh.
Sending hugs and prayers to you for peace and strength. He will be missed. RIP Ron.
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Heather Brodie posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Darryl, Deborah and Families,
I'm so very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. It's never easy to lose a parent. It sounds like he was a dedicated man to both his work and family. I hope you will find comfort when you think of the wonderful times you spent with him.
Thinking of you all,
Heather (& Jeff) Brodie
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Don & Maja, Lynne & Ron, Paul & Kathy, Joan & Brookes donated to MOUNT ZION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH,
Friday, July 22, 2022
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Howard Branscombe posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Dear Jane and family,
What a fine man Ron was ! I knew him from his high school years. I know he did a great deal for his community.
Please accept our condolences. Sincerely, Howard and Mary Marg Branscombe
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Debbie McClelland posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Jane, Darryl, Deborah, David and Families. We are saddened to hear of Ron’s passing. He and Jane have been great friends to us and we cherish the memories be they be on the golf course, parties, travels or the many times we stayed with them and enjoyed their hospitality. With sincere Sympathy from Wayne and Debbie McClelland
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Sue McLarty lit a candle
Friday, July 22, 2022

Such sad news. Ron was a nice man and will be missed. Our sympathy to all the family
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Rita Saunders2DB3p lit a candle
Friday, July 22, 2022

Jane and Family my sincere sympathy . My thoughts and prayers to all
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Marilyn English posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Jane and family: deepest sympathy in the passing of Ron. Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
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Brenda Robinson posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Jane & Family: so sorry to read of Ron's passing - my thoughts & prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I remember both of you from my old home town & have many memories with Mt. Zion. Cherish the memories, they are a treasure..
Brenda (Welch) Robinson
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Jody Hills posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
So sorry to hear. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
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Lynda and Randy oss posted a condolence
Friday, July 22, 2022
Our sincere condolences to the family. We have many good memories of Ron.
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Cathy Tong posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Jane, and family, my deepest condolences to everyone on the passing of Ron. He was a wonderful man who will be missed.
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Glenda Yule posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Jane & family,
Sending my sincere sympathy to all of you at this sad time. May all your wonderful memories of this great man help you in the difficult days ahead. RIP Ron.
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Carol posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
My sincere condolences to all Ron's family.
Carol Rankin, Highgate
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Eddie & Kathy Cikatricis posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Dear Jane & Family - our sincere condolences on the passing of Ron. He was such a good man and sure did a lot for our community. He always had a smile whenever you saw him. He would often stop us when we were out delivering mail to see if there were any bad roads. Also he & the guys would come to our rescue when we were out in the snowy weather - drifts caught us many times but you know "the mail must go through".
Jane, you and your family will cherish all the memories which will help to ease your sorrow. Rest in peace Ron.
Sincerely Kathy & Eddie Cikatricis
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Marie Foulon uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, July 21, 2022

So many memories shared with this family. I was so lucky to have been included in their vacations and outings. I would not have experienced the many adventures of my childhood, had it not been for them. Ron leading the way. Jane tolerating four kids in tow. Very thankful for all they have done for me. Many memories I had forgotten have flooded back; it was Ron who gave me my first beer!
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Lillian Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Our condolences and prayers to the family.... sincerely Lillian Smith and family
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Brian and Tracey Rose posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Our deepest sympathies.
Brian and Tracey Rose
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Marion Garrod & Denise Graham posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Our condolences to you & your family
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Pete and Kelly MacMillan posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Our condolences to Jane and family, sincerely Pete and Kelly MacMillan.
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Ron and Martha Crow posted a condolence
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Jane and family...we are so saddened to hear of Ron's passing...we enjoyed our conversations with him while we were do lawncare at Red Leaf Lane...he was a great man..will be missed! Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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The family of Ronald Gelderland uploaded a photo
Thursday, July 21, 2022

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