Ronald Black ~ RIP

 

Ron Black was an early student at OCHS. Joanne Bond was a classmate of his and sent along this obituary.

Ronald BLACK Obituary

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Ron Black of Thorndale, Ontario, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, September 27t, 2026. Ron leaves behind his loving wife, Janet, and his four sons: Chris, Ryan, Steven (Madison), and Jeff (Steph). He is also survived by his 13 grandchildren and his sister, Diana Black. Ron was predeceased by his parents (Robert and Geraldine Black) and his brother David.

Ron grew up in Oshawa, working at Miracle Food Mart in his early years, where he met Janet, and they have enjoyed life together ever since. Ron worked at General Motors Oshawa for over 34 years before retiring to the family cottage at Carnahan Lake in Mountain Grove, Ontario. Ron and Janet spent many winters in Yuma, Arizona, where they met many friends. Ron received a second life in 2014 after receiving a double lung transplant and spent his final years in Thorndale, Ontario, north of London.

When not at work, you would find Ron coaching his children's sports teams, fishing or with family at the cottage, playing Euchre with family and friends, or travelling with Janet. He loved spending time with his family, hosting his grandchildren at the cottage or home and cheering them on through life.

The family thanks all the caregivers and medical teams and staff who have provided care to Ron throughout the years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Memorial Funeral Home (1559 Fanshawe Park Road E., London) on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. with refreshments. A time to share memories of Ron will begin at 2:00 p.m.

The family asks that anyone wanting to give a donation please donate to one of the following health care organizations that have provided care and support to Ron. (London - Victoria Hospital, Toronto General Hospital, Canadian Cancer Society).

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