Ronald John Chalifoux

Ron was a kind, honest, friendly, even tempered, cheerful and a willing soul. He tried to cheer everyone’s day and was always pleasant to be around. Ron was a true survivor, as he made his way through life humbly and alone. Some of his close acquaintances were Kevin and Wendy Kroeker, Lynn and Wayne Hertz, and Wayne and Grace Buss. There were many in the community who reached out to him and assisted him along the way, and I know Ron would want to thank each one. When Ron arrived in Medicine Hat, he worked as a time piece repair person, at Harry’s Watchmakers on 6th Ave SE, for several years across from the then Eaton’s store. He was very patient and was skilled at repairing mantel and Grandfather time pieces. For 20 years he was a great helper to Wayne at Sew-A-Way Sewing Machine Store. He was a great courier for Adam’s Jewellery. In his own way, Ron was creative with bead work in the native tradition, creating beautiful beaded indigenous jewellery. He would always greet you with, “Are you behaving yourself?”. He loved to collect things and loved old western movies and his birds. Ron taught us to be kind and understanding and the world is a better place because of him. At Ron’s request, cremation has been entrusted to Grace Memorial. No formal service will be held.

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