January 14, 1947 – December 28, 2019
Charles Ronald
“Ronnie” Knowles passed away unexpectedly
in Cochrane on December 28, 2019 at the age of 72.
Ronnie is survived
by his loving partner Susan Calvert and her children, Justin (Jen), Okie,
Skylar and his grandchildren Easton and Kacey. He is also survived by his
brother Billy (Marg) Knowles and many, many friends that will miss him dearly. He was
predeceased by his parents, Charles and Elaine Knowles of Meaford,
Ontario.
Ronnie was born
on January 14th, 1947 in Ottawa, Ontario where he finished high
school and later attended Louisiana State University. After university he spent
his time travelling between Mississippi and Ottawa among other places. He had
many adventures and finally settled in Waveland, Mississippi.
In 2005 after Hurricane
Katrina, he move to Cochrane and loved being part of the Cochrane community.
Ronnie volunteered with numerous events in the town of Cochrane.
We will all
miss him more than you can imagine! We’re so thankful for the many years and
memories we have had with him! I know you are up there cheering on the Flames
and the Saints during every game they play! We will deeply miss his loving
smile and contagious laughter.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Cochrane Lions
Event Centre (109 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, AB) on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1:00
pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cochrane & Area Humane Society
www.cochranehumane.ca
Arrangements entrusted to Cochrane Country Funeral Home, Florence (Flo) Simpson, Funeral Director. Ph: 403-932-1039.
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