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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald David Metrunec of Myrnam. Ron passed away peacefully at the Two Hills Health Centre on December 15, 2020 at the age of 81. He is survived by his children, Mitch (Sherry) Metrunec of New Sarepta, Rhonda (Ryan) Morey of Two Hills & Tracy (Clint) Curle of Selkirk, MB; grandchildren, Jill Metrunec, Lee (Scott) Alcorn & Rae Metrunec, Anastasia & Sara Morey, Noah, Abigail & Timothy Curle; siblings, Gerald (Anne) Metrunec of Leoville, SK, Vivian (Orson) Gadowsky of Edmonton, & Carol (Marko) Mihajlovich of St. Albert; and his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Steve & Mary Metrunec; and sister, Dianne.
Ron was born in Myrnam, Alberta and lived almost his entire life there. He worked alongside his father at Metrunec Motors Ltd. eventually taking over management. Metrunec Motors was an integral business in Myrnam with Ron at the hub selling vehicles, operating the tow truck and even pumping gas. A pillar of the community, Ron was active in the Elks Lodge, served several terms on the Village Council and was involved in several other organizations. In his retirement, Ron enjoyed church and senior functions, watching sports on TV, visiting family and old friends, gardening, cooking and spending time with his grandchildren. Ron’s dependable, conscientious and friendly presence will be greatly missed.
A Private Family Funeral Service will be held at Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel, St. Paul with Pastor Gary Dupuis officiating. Those wishing to view the service online may do so by Livestream on Thursday, December 31 at 11 a.m. by clicking the Live Service link above. A recording of the service will also be made available. Private interment in Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery, Myrnam with Reverend Father Peter Haugen officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Two Hills Health Centre Foundation c/o 5626-51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
GRACE GARDENS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1 780-645-2677
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Ronald METRUNEC February 20 1939
December 15 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: St. Paul, Province: Alberta