…I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.
Robert Frost
Ronald Grant Barrett (April 11, 1935-January 22, 2021)
He certainly took the road less traveled, all over the world and back with many rowdy companions enjoying the adventure, including his wife Thea (deceased), who put down beautifully arranged and spotless roots wherever they chose to live. Ron was the self-appointed supervisor.
Ron leaves behind a family who will miss his incredible sense of humour and the reservoir of wisdom he imparted readily with a twinkle in his eye. He leaves his daughter Nicole, her wife Kim, and his daughter Michelle, husband Scott, and grandchildren Emma, Mac, Cooper, and Layna.
Ron was the eldest of 6 brothers who supported, teased and broke furniture with each other throughout their lives. Ron was predeceased by brothers Thomas and Graeme. The remaining brothers Stanley and wife Kaye, Robert and wife Regina, and Morley and wife Rita, were a daily confirmation of indelible kinship ties, and their deep connection was an inspiration.
Ron’s life was lived with shrewd intelligence, contemplation, and a generous splash of daring. Through many careers on every continent, delicious food and bottles of wine; fishing; playing sports; and creating friends and admirers wherever he went. His stories are the stuff of legend and will keep being told through tears of joy and laughter, embellished as he would want them to be.
In keeping with Ron’s wishes, cremation has taken place at Lakeview crematorium, Haileybury. Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences and contributions may be left at www.buffamleveille.com.
Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences and contributions may be left at www.buffamleveille.com.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ronald Barrett Friday January 22nd 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Haileybury, Province: Ontario