Ron Horst

Ron Horst, 82, of Dauphin, formerly of Leaf Rapids passed away at his residence with his wife by his side.

Ron was predeceased by his parents, siblings and son Benjamin. He leaves to mourn his wife Alison, daughter Brenda, and sons Bryan (Annette) Ron (Kim) and Mark (Selena) 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ron was born October 20, 1941, in Breslau, Ontario to his parents Leonard and Sarah (Shantz) and grew up in the family home in Newbury Ontario with his siblings Roy, Ralph and Ruth and numerous foster children.

He and his first wife, Jacqueline Slack married and had two children Benjamin and Brenda. Ron worked in London in the retail business. He also worked in Edmonton, AB, Thompson MB before moving to Leaf Rapids, being one of the first 50 families to move into town and was employed by SGM in 1973 at Ruttan. Eventually HBMS would take over the mine. He worked in the Open Pit, did drilling and when he got his welding ticket he was in the mill until his retirement. He received his gold watch after 25 years of service.

In 1977 he married Alison Wilkie, and they had three children, Bryan, Ron, and Mark

While in Leaf he was involved with the Elks Club, Volunteer Fire Dept and volunteer Ambulance, was a coach in Minor Hockey, and held executive positions for USWA Local 8144 and the RCL Branch 251 before it closed and amalgamated with Flin Flon.

When the mine closed and many families left for employment elsewhere, Ron and Alison stayed until moving to Dauphin in 2016.

In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Service was held at Pathways Funeral Home on Saturday May 18, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. Reverend Steve Wilson officiated.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Thank you to Dr A McMullen for your care and understanding. It took awhile but he mellowed. To Dr M Forsythe not only for being a caring Dr but as a man who turned into a friend. Home Care Nurses, Aides and Palliative Care, you are now a part of our family. Mitchell and Rhonda, above and beyond!! You had a special spot in his heart. Karen and Gerry thanks for being a shuttle for family members and mainly just for being the special friends you are.

You are sadly missed Ron by friends and family. Your smile and sense of humour will never be forgotten. The pain is gone now. Rest in Peace. Until we meet again.

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