Ronald Wilfred Waller

May 26th, 1929 – January 5th, 2010

It is with sadness the family of Ronald (Kelly) Waller announces his passing on January 5th, 2010. He was predeceased by his son Brent; brothers Gordon and Merlin Waller; his father Wilfred Kelly; his mother Willamine Waller; and his step-father Cliff Waller. Ron leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 56 years Yvonne; two daughters Mary Ann (Dennis) Allan of Medicine Hat and Teresa (Randy) Willfong of Moose Jaw; daughter-in-law Karen Waller of Moose Jaw; grandchildren Corrie (Lesley) Willfong, Teresa (Jason) Prosofsky; Marty (Janna) Willfong, Vanessa (Fadi) Zanidean, Joshua (Megan) Allan, Julianne (Ash) Hrdlicka, Kelly Waller, Tianna Waller ; fifteen great grandchildren; two brothers Marvin Waller of Mission, B.C. and Rodger (Inez) Waller of Moose Jaw; sister Janice (Darryl) Coward of Moose Jaw; sister-in-law Elaine Waller of Regina; brother-in-law Ernie McCabe of Ogema, Sask.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ron was born on May 26th, 1929 in Rouleau, Saskatchewan. He was raised in Drinkwater, Saskatchewan where he enjoyed an active and happy childhood. He spent many hours keeping the grandchildren entertained with stories of his mischievous childhood antics. Ron was a loving, devoted family man and was adored by his grandchildren. His kind, compassionate manner and terrific sense of humour will be greatly missed. Ron was passionate about all animals but especially horses. As a young man he travelled the local fairs working with the Clydesdale horses. He remained involved with horses throughout his life. At the end of his life Ron took great pleasure caring for the family dogs. He was a great fan of hockey, and spent many hours at the rink watching his son and grandsons hockey games. Ron had season tickets for the Moose Jaw Warriors for many years. Throughout Ron’s life his strong Christian faith provided him the strength to cope with numerous health issues and personal losses with a positive attitude. He always said, “I start each day remembering the things I have in my life and not what I don’t have.” At Ron’s request there will be no funeral service. A Graveside Service will be held at a later date.

For those so wishing, donations in memory of Ron may be made to St. Andrew’s United Church, 60 Athabasca St. East, Moose Jaw, Sask. S6H 0L2.