Minard, Ralph Edrick
Minard, Ralph Edrick, 82, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away Tuesday, December 1st, 2009, in Queens’ General Hospital, Liverpool.
Born in Harmony Mills, he was a son of the late Roland and Daisy (Shay) Minard.
After 4 years at Caledonia Supply Company he had a 35 year career with Rossignol Sales Ltd., the last 15 years as co-owner.
He enjoyed cross country skiing, fishing, hunting, curling and time at his cottage. Ralph enjoyed people, especially time spent with family and friends.
He was very active in his community as Past President of Kinsmen and K-40, 13 years as a fireman and an elder in Zion United Church. Ralph served on the board of Queen’s County Fair Association, Zion United Church, the Boy’s School in Shelburne and South Shore Opportunities. He was very active in the PC Party provincially and federally. He was a life member of Zetland Lodge No. 9.
Ralph is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Catherine Joyce (Lohnes); daughters Elizabeth Anne (Neil) Emenau, of Hebbville, Donna Lee (Cameron) Hartling, of Lower Sackville, his special grandchildren Melanie (Tyler) Waye and Adam Hartling, sister Kathleen (Murray) Smith, of Caledonia; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by brothers Wilbert, Clifford, Lawrence, Robert, Walter and Edgar and sister Marguerite Delong.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m., at Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, December 4th, 2009, at 11:00 a.m., from Zion United Church, Liverpool. Reverend Richard Bristo officiating. Burial will be in Zion United Church Cemetery, Payzant Street, Liverpool. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Zion United Church, Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation or Queens General Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Dear Catherine and family– Remembering Ralph from many years ago , 69 in fact, and remembering all the joy he and his special friend Royce brought into my young life, always smiling and kind . My, we had wonderful times. Though I seldom saw him or his family , over the years his memory has always burned steady in my thoughts and I never failed to enquire after him. I cry over his passing but know that God’s timing is never wrong and through his great love he will be looking after each of you. Prayers and Love to you all. Jeanie
Dear Catherine, Liz and Donna,
Our deepest condolences to you and your familes at this time. Our thoughts are with you.
John and Stephanie
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.
To Ralph’s family:
I was sincerely sad to hear of Ralph’s passing. I always enjoyed the times we ran into each other at gatherings with the family. Some gatherings were sad and some happy. Ralph always had a smile on his face and some news to share.
Ralph was a great person and his memory will live on in the hearts of the people who knew and cared about him.
Sincerely regards,
Anne Shay Kempton & family
Kingston, Kings Co. NS
Donna, we are sorry to hear of your dads passing. Although things will not be the same without him around we are certain that you and your family all have great memories which you can cherish forever. We are thinking of you and send our deepest condolences.
David, Kim and Nicholas Pine
Dear Catherine and Family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family in your time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Karen Gehue
Dear Catherine and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. I viewed the photo slide show. It was wonderful to see your family sharing so many wonderful moments. Ralph had such a great smile. It made smile just looking at the pictures. My thoughts are prayers are with you all.
Sincerely, Ruth Anne
Catherine and girls- I have many fond memories of Ralph in my
years of living in Liverpool. He was a very kind and friendly man and always took the time to stop and talk no matter how busy he might have been. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gail(Merry) Fancy
Catherine, Elizabeth, Donna and family, We are sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Catherine Elizabeth and Donna, sorry to hear of Ralphs passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Dear Catherine and Family: I was so sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. My sincere thoughts and Sympathy are with you all at this sad time. I have such fond memories of our fun times together at the lake. With sympathy and understanding, Sincerely, Pat Hansen
To Catherine and family,
My sincerest sympathy to all of you. I know how difficult this must be for you but you will have beautiful memories forever.
Ralph has been an institution in my family for all of my life and as long as I remember. My father Earl celebrates Ralph’s life as warmly as any family member he has ever had.
Friendship comes in all sizes and shapes and the smile, the twinkling eyes and the character is forever imprinted on my mind.
Ralph played no small part in protecting if not saving my life at one critical point in my childhood. I expect my parents shared their gratitude with Ralph at one time or another but I never knew how…other than to live my life well…giving when and in less significant ways as Ralph did for me. I can’t say I ever knew how to properly respect what Ralph gave to me other than to ‘pay it forward’ as opportunities have presented.
Ralph may be gone but he’ll never be forgotten as long as I’m alive and aware of just how precious life is…
Memories of Ralph will stir many a thought as we move forward and most everything we recall will recreate those sensibilities that we admired throughout his life.
To Catherine, Liz and Donna and families:
I have many fond memories of Ralph at the cottage and I am saddened by his passing. He often called me snooks and was always smiling and made you feel welcome. I am very sorry for your loss. Hugs to you all. Joy
Catherine, Liz & Donna – Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss.
Catherine and family:
I am saddened to hear the news of Ralph’s passing. He was always so friendly to me when I visited my Dad at the Rossignol office many years ago.
My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
Kim
Donna, Elizabeth & families –
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Hope you are all doing well during this difficult time. Best wishes, Barrie & Evie (giggle soup).