Ronald Jean-Marie

Jean-Marie, Ronald James passed away peacefully on April 20, 2015 with family by his side. Treasured uncle of Wendy and Jim Reid, and Michael and Margo Jean-Marie; and their children Megan, Olivia and Evan; and Jenner, Douglas and Melanie. Predeceased by his children Robert, Ronald and Andrea and his devoted partner Carolyn Moore. Born in Port Sydney in 1941, Ron's heart never left Muskoka, although his life and work took him to far corners of the world. He had a thirty year career as a Conservation Officer with The Ministry of Natural Resources. He was passionate about protecting our wildlife resources and had opportunities to work at the provincial, national and international levels. His greatest efforts were in coordinating investigations into illegal commerce of birds of prey. Upon retirement he returned to his family's beloved Homestead in Juddhaven, where he and Carolyn worked hard to restore the home and gardens of his grandparents' day, which have become a source of peace and pleasure for many. He loved nature, and the Homestead is now a mecca for songbirds, deer, bear, wild turkeys and most recently a rare white squirrel. Ron will be greatly missed by his many friends and colleagues. He was always generous with his time and interest, and we are all better for having known him. Many thanks to the nurses at Closing the Gap for their kindness and support at home and to the medical staff at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie during Ron's final days. Friends will be received at the Reynolds Funeral Home ‘Turner Chapel' in Bracebridge, on Friday, April 24, 2014 from 7-9 p.m. The funeral will be held in the chapel on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 11:00 a.m., followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian Wildlife Federation or the charity of your choice. Messages of condolence can be made at www.reynoldsfuneral.com

Visitation Details

Friday, April 24th, 2015 7:00pm - 9:00pm, Reynolds Funeral Home "Turner Chapel"

Service Information

Saturday, April 25th, 2015 11:00am, Reynolds Funeral Home "Turner Chapel"

Interment Details

Riverside Crematorium