March 4, 1932 – April 29, 2018
It is with heavy hearts, the family of Ronald Spielman announce his passing at the Rockyview Hospital on April 29, 2018.
Ron was a lifelong resident of Calgary and proudly served as a member of the Calgary Fire Department for 40 yrs, retiring in 1992 as Division Chief.
Prior to joining the Calgary Fire Department Ron served with the RCAF followed by CP Rail as a fireman on steam engine 5931, an engine that can be seen today at Heritage Park.
Ron was passionate about his career with the fire department and the comradery that went with it, forging many life-long friendships.
Ron’s lifetime commitment to the Calgary Fire Department included 12 yrs. in the executive of Local 255 from 1968 – 1980 as 2
nd
and 1
st
VP followed by a four year term as president of the AFFA, proudly representing his fellow firefighters.
Ron recognized the importance of volunteering and representing the fire department throughout his career which included time with the Calgary Herald Road Race, Calgary Firefighters Toy Association, and Shrine Circus. One of his most gratifying accomplishments was that in 1978 he was instrumental in the founding of the Foothills Hospital Burn Unit.
Ron was grateful to personally receive the Governor General’s award for long service from Governor General Jeanne Sauvé in Ottawa.
Following retirement Ron remained active with model railroading along with various part-time jobs.
Ron was a very compassionate person with a terrific sense of humour.
Ron’s family was of the utmost importance to him, supporting his children and grandchildren in their many and varied endeavours.
Ron is survived by his beloved wife Shirley, and loving children Craig (Sue), Corey (Norm), Cam (Kitty), six grandchildren Lindsay (Scott), Evan (Jenn), Brett, Blair (Bryan), Mason and Emma as well as two great-granddaughters Iilah and Paytra.
Ron will be lovingly remembered by his brother Bain (Marlene) and sister-in-law Bev along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Ron was predeceased by his mother and father Leila and Henry Spielman as well as two brothers, Allen, infant brother Alvin, and brother-in-law Gil Gerlitz.
A Celebration of Life will be held at The Lutheran Church of the Cross, 10620 Elbow Drive SW on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm. Luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society (2234 – 30 Ave NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 7K9.
www.cfbts.org
.)
Condolences may be left at
www.cochranecountryfuneralhome.com
. Arrangements in care of Lawrence (Larry) Slywka of Cochrane Country Funeral Home. 403.932.1039.
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It is with heavy hearts, the family of Ronald Spielman announce his passing at the Rockyview Hospital on April 29, 2018.
Ron was a lifelong resident of Calgary and proudly served as a member of the Calgary Fire Department for 40 yrs, retiring in 1992 as Division Chief.
Prior to joining the Calgary Fire Department Ron served with the RCAF followed by CP Rail as a fireman on steam engine 5931, an engine that can be seen today at Heritage Park.
Ron was passionate about his career with the fire department and the comradery that went with it, forging many life-long friendships.
Ron’s lifetime commitment to the Calgary Fire Department included 12 yrs. in the executive of Local 255 from 1968 – 1980 as 2
nd
and 1
st
VP followed by a four year term as president of the AFFA, proudly representing his fellow firefighters.
Ron recognized the importance of volunteering and representing the fire department throughout his career which included time with the Calgary Herald Road Race, Calgary Firefighters Toy Association, and Shrine Circus. One of his most gratifying accomplishments was that in 1978 he was instrumental in the founding of the Foothills Hospital Burn Unit.
Ron was grateful to personally receive the Governor General’s award for long service from Governor General Jeanne Sauvé in Ottawa.
Following retirement Ron remained active with model railroading along with various part-time jobs.
Ron was a very compassionate person with a terrific sense of humour.
Ron’s family was of the utmost importance to him, supporting his children and grandchildren in their many and varied endeavours.
Ron is survived by his beloved wife Shirley, and loving children Craig (Sue), Corey (Norm), Cam (Kitty), six grandchildren Lindsay (Scott), Evan (Jenn), Brett, Blair (Bryan), Mason and Emma as well as two great-granddaughters Iilah and Paytra.
Ron will be lovingly remembered by his brother Bain (Marlene) and sister-in-law Bev along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Ron was predeceased by his mother and father Leila and Henry Spielman as well as two brothers, Allen, infant brother Alvin, and brother-in-law Gil Gerlitz.
A Celebration of Life will be held at The Lutheran Church of the Cross, 10620 Elbow Drive SW on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm. Luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society (2234 – 30 Ave NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 7K9.
www.cfbts.org
.)
Condolences may be left at
www.cochranecountryfuneralhome.com
. Arrangements in care of Lawrence (Larry) Slywka of Cochrane Country Funeral Home. 403.932.1039.
*** Please note – to leave a comment below, you must also check the box ‘I’m not a robot’. This is a security feature and your post will not publish if not checked. Thank you. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Ronald Henry Spielman, please visit our flower store.
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