Obituary
December 28, 1962 – November 4, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of James Ranger on Friday November 4, 2022 at the age of 59 years. James was surrounded with much love in the days leading up to and on the evening of his passing at Sudbury Health Sciences North. He is survived by his devoted partner and wife Gayle Bernstein; He was a loving father to James Ranger of Sudbury, Christopher Ranger (Samantha) of Sudbury, Bruce of Montreal, Dustin Ranger of Montreal and step-daughter Alyse Bernstein of Montreal. He will be deeply missed by his two greatest gifts, his grandkids Ronin and Olivia Ranger of Sudbury. He also leaves behind his siblings: Pat Burger (late Leo Burger) of Wasaga Beach and Fran Rentelis (late Albert Rentelis) of Timmins. James was predeceased by his parents Frank and Hilda Ranger of Timmins. Also left to grieve his passing are many cousins, nieces, nephews and his first wife and steadfast friend, Ginny Schiratti. What did you call him? He had many a moniker: James/Jamie/Jim/Jimmy/Papa Bouba. James was THE funniest, zaniest, craziest person you would ever have the pleasure of knowing or meeting. He would always leave you smiling and laughing and maybe even some wheezing. His antics often got him and his cousins into trouble creating the best childhood memories. That wonderful ‘light up the room’ smile and joie de vivre will be missed by all who knew him but will undoubtedly live on in his children and grandchildren. Many of us will surely miss his yearly rendition of the birthday song. Did he love to sing! Adele, Barbara, Celine, all of them. In his memory, do not hold back, pick a song and belt it out – you know he would! His fun and loveable spirit will be missed by all who knew him. Rest easy, we love you. Special thanks to the nurses and doctors of Sudbury Health Sciences North for filling James’ final days with comfort and compassion. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simple Wishes of the North.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of James Ranger December 28 1962 November 4 2022 (age 59)..
Death notice for the town of: Sudbury, Province: Ontario