RONALD "RED" GERALD PRICE of Lethbridge, AB., passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, November 4th, 2014 at the age of 82 years.
Ron is lovingly remembered by his nieces Terry Hochstein and Shiela Anderson, nephew Ronald Anderson, great nephew Steven (Rebecca Schneider) Hochstein, great-great niece Zoey Hochstein and numerous other nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is predeceased by his parents Earl and Dorothy Price, sister Jennie Anderson and nephew Gerald Anderson.
Ron was born in Fernie, B.C. on August 1st, 1932 and moved to Lethbridge as a child. At the age of 19, he joined the R.C.M.P. and was stationed in Manitoba. Ron later moved to Thunder Bay, Ont., where he met and married his wife Joan. He was a proud and dedicated police officer and especially enjoyed his time in the Canine Unit. He loved raising and training his German Shepherds, even into his retirement. Ron earned his pilot's license and flying proved to be his joy and passion. He enjoyed volunteering in the Soup Kitchen in Thunder Bay and was a long standing member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.
Ron enjoyed spending time with his great-great niece Zoey, the love of his life.
He was a very caring, loving quiet person who had a wonderful smile. Ron will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in Ron's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay, #310, 180 Park Ave., Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 6J4
A Memorial Service and Interment will be held in Thunder Bay, Ontario at a later date.