THOMAS: Ronald Jean (Hum)
Passed peacefully into the Spirit World surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at the age of 80 years. Husband of the late Winnifred (Mitten) Thomas. Loving father of Jane, Kim (Andy), Darren (Karen), Michelle, and Ronald Jr. (Becky). Cherished papa of Danielle (Cole), Seneca (Katelyn), Harmony, Angela, Shona, Alicia, Mikaila, Andrew, Bradley, Delaney, Eliza, Alexis, Emmalea, Olivia, and Allie. Great Papa of Cadence, Oriah, Chloe, Oakley, Iris, and Frances. Brother of Ivan, Delma, Carol, Elvera, and Gloria. Cherished Medicine friend to Tony Styres and his family. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by son Daniel; grandson Jacob; parents Evan & Daisy (Bergen) Thomas; brothers Alvin, Emerson, Arnold (Charlie), Seymour, Danny; and sisters Rose, and Joyce. Ron was a Faithkeeper of the Onondaga Deer Clan. He devoted his life to his family, faith, ceremonies, and community. Ron will be remembered for his passion for lacrosse, whether in front of the net or providing commentary behind the net. He was inducted into the Lacrosse Hall of Fame, and remained an avid sportsman enjoying golf, playing pool, hunting, and fishing. Ron committed his life to the advancement of education and preservation of language and culture. His legacy will be his love for his family, people, and community. A private family Funeral Service and Burial will be held at Onondaga Longhouse on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ronald Thomas 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Ohsweken, Province: Ontario