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Gail Ronan

In Memorial

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Peacefully at Markham Stouffville Hospital on Saturday August 2, 2014. Gail Freeman (originally from County of Middlesex England), in her 69th year, beloved wife of the late Michael Ronan. Loving Mum of D’Arcy and Denise, the late Kerry, Michael and Linda, Nigel and Dawn, and Alexis. Remembered with love by her grandchildren: Jordan, Madisen, McGuire, Meadow, Seth, Keiren, and Ella. Sadly missed by her brothers Michael, Nigel and the late Pat Freeman. Beloved daughter of the late Ken and Jean Freeman. Forever in the hearts of Michael’s family: Gerald and Brenda, Julia, Pat and Joan, sister-in-law Mary, and the late Jimmy and Manuel, and all her extended family and friends.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477, on Wednesday August 6, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held in St. James Church Colgan on Thursday August 7, 2014 at 11am.
Cremation to follow. For those who wish donations to CLASS, would be appreciated by the family.
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  1. Bernie & Judy Pascall says

    August 23, 2014 at 11:53 pm

    Saddened by the passing of Gail.We just heard the news. Mike was a boyhood friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Gerald…all the Ronan family. Be proud of Mike and Gail..two exceptional people!
    They are missed.

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  2. The Mills Family (England) says

    August 23, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    Thinking of you all at this sad time. May the Lord walk with you and keep you safe xx

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  3. Peter & Anne van Dyk says

    August 14, 2014 at 11:15 pm

    Please accept our sympathy
    for the loss of your dear Mother. She was a very special lady. You are in our thoughts and
    prayes.
    Peter and Anne van Dyk

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  4. Anne Morahan McMahon says

    August 14, 2014 at 5:07 pm

    Shocked and saddened to hear of your Mum’s passing. Thinking of you and your families at this difficult time. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

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  5. Marianna (Doyle} McGill says

    August 14, 2014 at 10:40 am

    My sincere condolences to all in the loss of a very strong loving Mother. May you all fine peace in the coming days as this is what she would desire for you. R.I.P. Gail.

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  6. Mike and Jan Kirley says

    August 13, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    Gail was a big part of St. James School when we were teaching there and she always made us smile with her encouraging words and gentle loving spirit. May peace be with this wonderful family. Tell Alexis “Katie’s Mom” said hello and to have courage.

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  7. Chris Korzenko says

    August 13, 2014 at 12:33 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of Gail’s passing. Gail always made me smile and I will never play another game of Euchre without thinking about Gail and the fun we had. My sincere condolences to the family.

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  8. Crista & Rod Duggan says

    August 13, 2014 at 12:29 pm

    Our deepest condolences, our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

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  9. Bob and Sue Beck says

    August 8, 2014 at 7:29 pm

    Our sincere condolences to the Ronan family

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  10. Mike and Anne Sledz says

    August 7, 2014 at 8:44 am

    Our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear mother. May your wonderful memories with her sustain you in the years ahead. Rest in peace Gail!

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  11. Gary and Pam Pask says

    August 6, 2014 at 11:09 pm

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Gail will be greatly missed.

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  12. Tom and Sonja Haley says

    August 6, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    Our deepest sympathy to the Ronan Family. Gail’s presence will be missed. Rest In Peace Gail.

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  13. Loretta and Bob Candy says

    August 6, 2014 at 4:19 pm

    Deepest sympathy to all the family. Rest In Peace Gail.

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  14. yvonne and Calvin Butcher says

    August 6, 2014 at 12:20 pm

    We are truly saddened at your Mum’s passing. May she rest in peace and hear our prayers. Her love,laughter and commitment to her family will always be a tribute you can be proud of.

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  15. Christine Groh says

    August 6, 2014 at 9:43 am

    Dear Alexis,
    I am so sorry. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. She was a great lady and mom.

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  16. Mary Lafazanos says

    August 6, 2014 at 9:37 am

    Our sincere condolences to all of Gail’s family – she will be greatly missed – sorry we cannot be with you at this time.
    Mary & Elias Lafazanos & Family

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  17. Sheila Cochrane says

    August 6, 2014 at 6:58 am

    My deepest sympathy to the Ronan family. Gail was a wonderful friend and co-worker she will truly be missed. RIP Gail.

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  18. Wendy & Ray (England) says

    August 6, 2014 at 3:30 am

    Thinking of all the family at this sad time

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  19. Wendy & Ray (England) says

    August 6, 2014 at 3:28 am

    The amount of time we spent together in our childhood, Gail was more like a sister than a niece. I will miss her. so much. She was always there for a “girlie ” chat, even though we were thousands of miles apart.

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  20. Barbara & Tony Hines says

    August 6, 2014 at 12:18 am

    With Deepest Sympathy to the Ronan family. May you find comfort in the memory of your loved one, Gail. We fondly remember many great times with Gail and Mike over the years.

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  21. jane crombie says

    August 5, 2014 at 10:36 pm

    So sorry to hear of Gail’s passing. My condolences to all the Family.

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  22. Shelley Murray says

    August 5, 2014 at 10:20 pm

    I am so very sorry to hear of Gail’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences.

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  23. Amandaranby says

    August 5, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    I have just learnt of the passing of Gail I took care of her husband mike for many many years my condolences go out to the family at this difficult time Gail allways stopped to chat with me and we had a lot in common both been English she will be sadly missed by me my dear English friend rest in peace Amanda Ranby psw

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  24. Kate & Tom Svoboda says

    August 5, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    We were so sad to hear about Mrs. Ronan’s passing. To Nigel, Dawn, Mike, and all the family we are so incredibly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with all of you. Lots of hugs from us.

    Kate & Tom Svoboda
    (and the rest of the family: Mike & Ann Crowley, Tim & Lisa Crowley, and Matt & Alicia Crowley)

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  25. Bob and Mary Lee says

    August 5, 2014 at 4:50 pm

    So many happy memories of Gail and Mike from way back. Please accept our thoughts and prayers for your whole family.
    Bob Cwirenko and Mary Lee Mickevicus

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  26. Matt and Melissa McCasey says

    August 5, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    Our deepest Sympathy Nigel and Dawn and to your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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  27. Teresa Gerrard says

    August 5, 2014 at 11:25 am

    My deepest sympathy to Alexis and her family.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.R.I.P Mrs Ronan I will miss your chats with you in the morning when i Picked Alexis on my van run days i will miss your lovely smile.

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  28. Tom Varesh says

    August 5, 2014 at 11:03 am

    Mike, we want to extend our sincere condolences to you and your entire family on the loss of your mom. May all the good memories of her forever stay in the hearts and minds of your family. Thinking of you, Tom & Christine

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  29. Deborah Donnelly says

    August 5, 2014 at 10:07 am

    My deepest sympathy to the Ronan Family. I do not know any of you but I wanted you to know I just loved your Mom! Her and I could banter back forth for hours. I always looked forward to CWL Conventions and outings when Gail and I would spare. To you Gail. Slainte!

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  30. Lareina says

    August 5, 2014 at 10:07 am

    My deepest condolences to the family. Gail was a lovely person and I will miss our little chats and our lunch dates. RIP Gail.

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  31. Ed & Stella Ronan says

    August 5, 2014 at 7:46 am

    Our deepest sympathy to you, D’Arcy and Denise, Michael and Linda, Nigel and Dawn, and Alexis, on the sad passing of your mom. She was an extraordinary lady as you all know. She has taught us all many life lessons throughout the years, as we grew up within the Ronan’s extended family, which will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are you always.

    Ed, Stella, Isabelle and Martin.

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  32. Henry & Joan Kwiatkowski says

    August 5, 2014 at 12:00 am

    To all of the Ronan family. Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear Mother, Gail. I will sadly miss our conversations we would have when we met at Foodland. She was and always will be a wonderful person. Now she is finally at peace and reunited with Michael & Kerry. May God help you through your time of sorrow and give you the strenght to carry on.
    Henry & Joan

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  33. Klaus & Beatriz Baumfeld says

    August 4, 2014 at 10:30 pm

    To all the Family: Our deepest sympathy. Gail was an extraordinary lady that always showed compassion, tolerance,
    friendship,acceptance,faith and lots of laughter. She will be missed specially by all her CWL sisters who loved her dearly, and she will remain in our hearts forever. May she rest in peace! Klaus, Beatriz & Family.

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  34. Bob & Pat Jackson says

    August 4, 2014 at 9:56 pm

    Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss.
    Bob & Pat Jackson

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  35. Joanne Hodgson says

    August 4, 2014 at 8:44 pm

    Condolences Nigel. Take care.

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  36. Mullins Family says

    August 4, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    Ronan Family,

    We wish to extend our sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved mum Gail.
    We enjoyed every conversation we had with her; her genuine concern and sharp wit coupled with a fantastic sense of humour will be missed by all in the community.

    With Love, Kevin, Barb & Jack Mullins

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  37. Barbara Leger says

    August 4, 2014 at 6:04 pm

    Knowing your Mom is now with your Dad and Kerry seems the only good thing about this. All were great loses to that happened way too soon. There are no words that can express my sympathies, wishing I could be there to support you all. Sending love and hugs and prayers.

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  38. Evelyn Wadden says

    August 4, 2014 at 1:32 pm

    So Sorry for your loss,your mom was a wonderful person.our condolence to you all.Evelyn,Jeffrey, Bradley and Andrew Wadden

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  39. Ann Emmett says

    August 4, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    So sorry to hear about your loss.. Many great memories of Gail and her wonderful sense of humour, Dennis and I wish to send our condolences to all the family.

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  40. Jan murdock says

    August 4, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Gail. A very good friend and co-worker. Will always remember the good times. My condolences to the family

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  41. George and Martina Keogh says

    August 4, 2014 at 11:34 am

    Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mom and grandmother! Gail had a tremendous sense of humour, and brought smiles to many.

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  42. Dawn Westcott says

    August 4, 2014 at 10:30 am

    I so looked forward to seeing Gail & the St. James CWL members at the banquet at the Annual Toronto Diocesan Convention. So sad that she didn’t come this year. She always had a ready smile for every one.

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  43. Natalie Copp says

    August 4, 2014 at 9:41 am

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Gail. A good friend and co-worker.
    We have had many laughs and she will be missed. My condolences to her family my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. R.I.P.Gail.

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  44. Carol Gleeson says

    August 4, 2014 at 9:30 am

    My deepest sympathy to Gail’s family. She could always be counted on to bring laughter to our CWL meetings and will be missed. Sorry I am out of the country and can’t be there at this time.

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  45. John and Shannon Campagnolo says

    August 4, 2014 at 8:37 am

    We are so sorry for your loss. She was a lovely woman who always made us laugh while we lived on Adeline. She will be missed.

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  46. Joan & Allan MacDonald says

    August 3, 2014 at 11:37 pm

    Our sincere sympathy to all of Gail’s family. We will miss her unique sense of humour and quick wit. Rest in Peace Gail.

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  47. Tom and Lena Raterman says

    August 3, 2014 at 10:43 pm

    Gail was a strong and loving person who we much admired. Our condolences go out to her children, whom we have known for so many years, and her relatives for the loss of such a remarkable person.

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  48. Eilish and Bill Boston says

    August 3, 2014 at 9:37 pm

    We are so sorry for your loss. Gail was a lovely person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her. Our sincere condolences to all of you in this time of great loss and sorrow.

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  49. Kathy Fitzgerald says

    August 3, 2014 at 6:48 pm

    My deepest sympathy to Gail,s family . I will miss her and so sorry I cannot be with you at this time.

    Kathy Fitzgerald

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  50. Fitzgerald Family says

    August 3, 2014 at 4:17 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss, your mom was a wonderful person and such an important part of our mom’s life.

    Our condolences to you all.

    The Fitzgeralds (John, Jackie and Carol)

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  51. Karen & Joseph Mallany says

    August 3, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    We would like to convey our condolences to the family. Gail was a former neighbour in Colgan and we will miss our little chats with her and Alexis when we met in town. Her presence will also be missed at the annual World Day of Prayer service

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