Ronald Loudon Wark
November 2, 1936 – November 22, 2021
The family of Ron Wark were honored to receive his unconditional love throughout the years. He was a beloved father and husband, and an adored grandfather. Born to Ruby and Darcy Wark in Winnipeg on November 2, 1936, he is survived by his six siblings, of which he was the oldest: Bob, Donna, Doug, Terry, Joan, and Larry and their spouses. He was a cherished uncle to his numerous nieces and nephews.
Ron leaves behind his wife, Pearl, who he met through mutual acquaintances while he was working at the Imperial Bank (now CIBC) in Winnipeg. They married in 1956 and had three children, his daughter, Shawna (Bill), and his two sons, Clinton (Heather) and Darren (Jennifer). While in Winnipeg from 1953-1974 and 1978 to 1993, and during a four-year stint in Thompson in the 1970’s, he was a member of Niakwa Country Club and Thompson Golf Club, St. Vital Curling Club and Burntwood Curling Club, both the Rotary and Kinsmen Clubs, and various other community groups.
Ron spent his career in banking and insurance before retiring to Kamloops, BC to spend time predominately with the next generation of his family. He was treasured by his five grandchildren, Tori (Destry), Chloe (Sean), Elizabeth, Mackenzie, and Abbernathy.
He was a gracious host and ensured that his family and friends knew that his door was always open to them. He was consistently generous with his time and attention. An avid news reader, he was always happy to share the day’s event with anyone who would listen. He was a frequent attendee of Music in the Park and always liked to sit close to the front so that he could truly appreciate the performances.
During retirement he was an active member of the Kamloops Curling Club, Kamloops Lawn Bowling Association, and Kamloops Slo-Pitch communities as well as a long-time member of Rivershore Golf Club.
Through his decline due to Alzheimer’s, Ron received fantastic care from many very special people. We would like to thank the staff of Royal Inland Hospital, Ponderosa Lodge and Kamloops Seniors Village for the care and devotion they showed to him and his family over the past 4 years.
His quick wit, financial lectures, and easy smile will be greatly missed. He taught us the importance of kindness and how to always find joy in the small things.
A celebration of life will be held with family and friends at a later date.
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Death notice for the town of: Kamloops, Province: Colombie britanique