Ronald Damase Ron DUCIAUME

DUCIAUME, RONALD DAMASE Ron May 16, 1946 - January 23, 2008 - The family announces with great sorrow his death after a brief yet courageous battle with brain cancer at the Timmins and District Hospital on Wednesday January 23, 2008 at the age of 61 years. Loving husband of the late Dorothy Margaret Doddie (nee Keyes) who left us on January 26th, 2007. Dearest mother of Shelly Ferguson (husband Chris) of Oshawa and David Duciaume (wife Tracy Seaton) of Timmins. Grandfather Pappa of Cameron and Erin Ferguson of Oshawa. Son of Yvette Duciaume (Nee Pichette) of Timmins and the late Maurice Duciaume (1996). Also survived by his sister Joanne Savard (husband Rick) and Marc Duciaume (wife Judi) all of Timmins. Uncle to his loving nieces and nephews Steve Savard (wife Aimée) of Toronto and Marc, Krista (known as Ron's Sidekick) & Michael Duciaume all of Timmins. Son in-law of Doris Dot Keyes (Nee Swain) of Timmins and the late Claude Keyes (2000). Brother in-law of Patricia Pat Prower (husband Reg) of Toronto and John Keyes (wife Marilyn) of Texas, U.S.A.. Aunt to Kathy Guthrie (husband Bart) of Connecticut, U.S.A. and Kevin Keyes (wife Michelle) of Texas, U.S.A.. Ron was born in Timmins and has resided here for most of his life. He met his wife Dorothy Doddie and they were married on April 15th, 1968. They travelled for a while as newlyweds then decided to make Timmins their home where they raised their daughter Shelly and son Dave. Ron worked for many years in many of the local mines. Recent position was maintenance planner at Kinross Mine until the year 2000. Ron was a woodworker who could build just about any piece of furniture or craft out of wood. His workshop was his retreat. Ron also enjoyed camping with many of his good friends at Tatachikapika campground. He loved to fish and was excellent at filleting. Anyone who knew Ron was aware that the Montreal Canadians Hockey team could do no wrong through his eyes, he was a loyal fan. Over the years Ron and Dorothy had gained a love for travel to various casinos. Ron adored playing cards while Dorothy sat at the slots. After his wife's passing, Ron became very active with his brother Marc and his sister in-law Judi. He would assist them with various functions by indicating to us on any given weekend that he had a job to go do with Marc, Judi and the kids. They kept him busy and active in the community events that they hosted. Ron's cousin Maurice Pichette was like a brother to him. Maurice was dear friend who held a special place in Ron's heart, we are forever grateful. Ron has left a big void any many lives and will be sadly missed. The family cannot express enough love and gratitude to everyone who came to support us in any way, shape or form at the hospital during all those hours of vigil. The kindness, care and support shown really displayed the love we feel from our family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday January 25, 2008 in the CHAPEL of Lessard- Stephens Funeral Home with Fr.Leo Rancourt officiating. Interment will follow at the Timmins Memorial Cemetery next to his beloved wife Dorothy who he missed so dearly. Remembrance donations to the Timmins and District Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. The family will receive friends on Thursday January 24, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Maison funéraire LESSARD-STEPHENS Funeral Home. (705)268-4488. Online donations or condolences can be made at www.lessardstephens.com 10970003