Ronald 'Ron' Stanley Mitchell
March 5, 2025
It is with our deepest sorrow, that the Mitchell family announces, our beloved Ron, passed peacefully surrounded by his adoring family, March 5th, 2025, at Vancouver General Hospital.
Ron was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan on April 4th, 1964, and grew up in British Columbia. He was a nomad by choice, especially in later years once his two boys left home. Both he and Deanne ‘on the road’ happily living out of a suitcase, traveling for work and pleasure. Life was a grand adventure!
Ron bravely battled with tongue cancer and the corrective surgery. After surgery, he inspired his neighbouring post-op patients and nurses around him with his strong will and vibrant personality, all without saying a word. Sadly, Ron succumbed six days after surgery due to complications, a month short of his 61st birthday.
Ron will be lovingly remembered by his best friend and wife of 34 years, Deanne, and adoring sons Jason and Steven.
Ron was predeceased by his parents Ronald and Ethel (Frankie) Mitchell.
Survived by and fondly remembered by his sister Catherine (Albert) DeWolff, nephew Scott (Katie) and nieces Shelby and Larissa and five grand-nieces and nephews.
Also fondly remembered by his extended family Peter and Shirley Koropatnisky, brother-in-Law Craig Koropatnisky, and nephew Nicolas. His birth mother Shirley Burkart, sister Cherryl Johnston and nephew Brandon, brother Dean (Nicole) Burkart, niece Cassidy and nephew Carson.
Ron had a larger-than-life personality. His inner strength, humor and fierce commitment to his family, friends, Chuchi family and his ‘Brothers and Sisters’ on the job, are a testament to his character. Loved by many, he will be forgotten by few!
The Celebration of Ron will be on Sunday, April 27th at 1pm. Aldergrove Legion Hall, 26607 Fraser Hwy.
In lieu of flowers, there will be a collection at the celebration in honor of Ron. Donations will go to Vancouver General Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit in recognition of their outstanding care and compassion to their patients and the families.
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Messages of Condolence
My love is eternal and all encompassing. I will hold you close to my heart until we meet again. ~ Deanne
You will be forever in our hearts our voices and our minds. I love and miss you so much. Love you Dad. ~ Steven Mitchell
Dad,You are my hero and my idol,I will forever love you. I miss you so much.I Love you. ~ Jason Mitchell
Dad,You are my hero and my idol,I will forever love you. I miss you so much.I Love you. ~ Jason Mitchell
Dad,you are my hero and my idol. I miss you so much and will always be thinking of you. Love you and miss you so much. ~ Jason Mitchell
Deanne,Jason and Steven I am deeply sorry for your loss. Thinking of you always and sending my love and support as you navigate this difficult time.Ron I will miss you…. gone way too soon. Love Catherine ~ Catherine Dewolff
Ron was a vibrant man who always lit up a room. His love of life will never be forgotten. Sending love and condolences to Deanne, Jason, and Steven. We are so sorry for your loss. ~ Scott and Kaite DeWolff
Ron, Thank you for leaving a mark on my soul, for giving me an amazing son, an extended family, and for being a special friend. Your genuine, common sense, no BS, black & white, hard-ass, huge-hearted personality will be forever missed. Shell. ~ Shelly Schmautz
You will be deeply missed by so many. May your spirit remain with us always. With love, Larissa. ~ Larissa
Ron, Thank you for leaving a mark on my soul, for giving me an amazing son, and an extended family, and for being a special friend. Your genuine, common sense, no BS, black & white, hard-ass, huge-hearted personality will be forever missed. Shell. ~ Shelly Schmautz
Ron, Thank you for leaving a mark on my soul, for giving me an amazing son, and an extended family, and for being a special friend. Your genuine, common sense, no BS, black & white, hard-ass, huge-hearted personality will be forever missed. Shell. ~ Shelly Schmautz
Ron, your endless positivity and joy for life brightened every room or porch you graced. Few people could have us roaring so hard with laughter. This year was your year to win the Indata fishing derby. Yet another place you will be sorely missed. Our burger parties will never taste as good. We know you'll be with us, and your message was heard...everything is going to be ok. We love you Pal. 💔 but holy sh!t..we miss you. ~ John, Holly, Mason and Reilly
Rest easy Uncle Ron, I will always remember you by your infectious belly laughs and special Christmas visits. My heart hurts for you Momma, Deanne, Jason and Steven💕 ~ Shelby Dewolff
Rest in peace Ron. I will miss our late night texting communications. ~ Don Bugden
Ron, we are so gonna miss your infectious smile, your giving heart, and your hot chilli..... those backdoor Mason jar exchanges were the best!!!You have left a big hole in our hearts💕 .All our sincere condolences to you Deanne Jason Steven and families!!! ~ Love Kerry Chris and family
Sending condolences and deepest empathy. Ron was a great friend, rock solid. Made many of the jobs we worked on interesting, added many laughs. I will remember him with the outmost fondness. ~ Ken Chaffer
You will be missed. The kind and loving person you have been will be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. - Todd and TK ~ Todd & Katrina
My deepest sympathies Deanne and Family❣️ My warmest thoughts and prayers I send you as you all move through this Season. Much love and many hugs 💜✨ ~ Debra-Ann MacGregor