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COLIBABA, Ronald James

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Died on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at the age of 65. Survived by his daughter Tami (Kirk) Kiewitz; two grandchildren: Kaden and Cody Kiewitz. Sadly predeceased by his two wives: Sylvia (nee Melneruck) of seven years and Shannon (nee Mason) of 33 years. From the age of eight, Ron found a love for guitars, this continued to be a part of his life to the day he passed away. The family wishes to thank the staff and volunteers at Hospice House. Memorial donations may be made in Ron’s name to the Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5L3. If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”

 

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  • Mark Smith says:
    April 13, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    Dear Mr.Ronald Colibaba family, please accept my sincere sympathy. 
    Always in good spirits and eager to play a cherished song, I thank you for all your kind words and sharing your love of guitar and music with me. 

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  • Donalee Roelofs says:
    April 13, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family at this very difficult.

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    • Donalee Roelofs says:
      April 13, 2013 at 4:32 pm

      Tami:I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family at this very difficult time.

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  • Connie Reynolds says:
    April 14, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    Very sorry Tami to read about your Dad passing away. Always thought he was a very nice person – your Mom was too. Always such a sad thing. Hope to see you sometime.

    Connie

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  • Albert Raponi says:
    April 15, 2013 at 1:19 pm

    The Management and staff at NAP Windows & Doors were very sad to receive the news of Ron’s passing. Ron was a valued employee with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. He will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

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  • Wendy Tournat says:
    April 17, 2013 at 9:51 pm

    Tami, we are so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. We have many fond memories of times spent with your family.

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  • Leonard Patrick says:
    April 21, 2013 at 8:21 pm

    Dear Tami, I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Ron and I were friends since we were kids in Assiniboia SK.He always kept in touch with me over the years. I will truly miss him. My sincere prayers for you and your family and uncle George.

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