Ronald Brian Harms

Ronald Brian Harms of Shaunavon, SK passed away on July 16th, 2012.  Ron was born in Central Butte on May 6th, 1957 and took all his schooling there.  In January 1975 Ron began work with Sask. Wheat Pool in Lawson, SK.  He also worked in Avonlea, Kyle, Eastend and Holdfast during his 26 year career with the Pool.  After leaving the Pool Ron worked for other businesses in the grain industry, lastly with a company in Shaunavon.  Ron was predeceased by his parents, Isaac and Mary Harms; as well as two brothers, Larry Harms and Terry Harms.  He leaves to mourn his three children: Jeffrey (Robyn Hunter) – Regina, Tyler – Calgary, and Jana – Regina; his siblings: Sharon (Buzz) Folliott – Dinsmore, Elaine Whyte (Bill Lapshinoff) – Medicine Hat, and Rob (Shelly) Harms – Calgary; and many other extended family members.  Ron was an active member of the communities in which he lived.  He was a member of the Kyle Elks, Eastend Kinsmen, Holdfast Optimists/Men’s Service Club, Village of Holdfast Council – as councillor and then mayor, among other groups, and would help out in whatever capacity was necessary.  Ron thoroughly enjoyed his kids’ sports and activities and would always be willing to coach, drive long road trips or chaperone.  He loved to golf and was quite good at it.  Ron loved music and playing the guitar.  He had a great sense of humour and was able to find a way to laugh during even the toughest of times.  It was this sense of humour that drew people to him.  He was very friendly and even easier to talk to.  The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 19th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane, Moose Jaw, SK.  Reverend Doug Shepherd will officiate and interment will take place in Central Butte Cemetery at 3:30 p.m.  Flowers are gratefully declined.  As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Ron may be made to The Canadian Mental Health Association (Saskatchewan Division) Inc., 2702 12th Ave., Regina, SK S4T 1J2.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director. 693-4550