Ronspies, Leona

LEONA "GRANNY" RONSPIES, passed away peacefully at Park Meadows Good Samaritans, on Monday, April 17, 2023 at the age of 84 years. Leona had a long, courageous battle with Dementia, but unfortunately, succumbed to the illness. 

Leona is survived by her husband of 63 years, Maurice Ronspies; her children: Cary (Karen) Ronspies and Morry (Wendi) Ronspies; her grandkids: Brad (Michelle), Chris (Julie), Kyle (Kristin) and Ayla Ronspies. Leona also had a number of great-grandchildren she adored dearly: Briley-Jo, Kaitlyn, Lydia, Kaesyn, James and Westin. 

Leona was born on September 16, 1938 in Humbolt, Saskatchewan and grew up on the family farm near Annaheim Saskatchewan with her nine brothers and sisters.  She met her soulmate, Maurice "Papa" Ronspies and together, the two moved to Lethbridge, Alberta. Granny worked a number of years at Golden Acres, then Blue Sky Lodge, where uniquely, she would end up living briefly later on in life. 

Leona loved travelling and bus trips to Nevada. She loved to fish and camp, and she especially loved playing crib. Most of all, Granny loved her family and friends; she looked forward to visits and always had snacks and treats ready. They meant the world to her. 

We loved and will miss our Granny, but know she is in a better place now, joining the large amount of family waiting for her. Our family would like to thank the great staff, nurses and doctors who took such great care of her while she was living in Park Meadows Good Samaritans. Your gracious care and support did not go unnoticed. 

A private Family Service will be held, but we ask for your thoughts and prayers during this time.