Suddenly at his home on Wednesday, March 2, 2016, Ronald Pincoe, in his 76th year, beloved husband of Hilda Sparling, O.N. Dear son of the late Robert N. and Margaret J. Pincoe. Much loved brother of Judy (deceased 2010), and Jim and his wife Sharon. Cherished uncle of Michael and his wife Sherri. Dear great-uncle of Madelyn and Natalie. Ronald will be sadly missed by the Sparling family.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home Baxter & Giles Chapel, 273 Broadway, Orangeville (519-941-2630) Sunday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock and Monday morning, March 7th in St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 5 First Avenue, Orangeville from 10 o’clock until time of funeral service at 11 o’clock. Followed by cremation. If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. Mark’s Anglican Church, P.O. Box 130, Orangeville L9W 2Z5; Headwaters Health Care Centre Chaplaincy, 100 Rolling Hills Drive, Orangeville L9W 4X9; or Hospice Dufferin, 30 Centre Street, Orangeville L9W 3X1. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Dawn & Roger Elliott
Hilda,
We are very saddened to hear of Ron’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences to you and the family. You know….we will miss Ron’s smiling face at TTC events but will never forget him!!!
Hugs,
Dawn & Roger
Dale Milburn
Hilda I’m so very sorry for your loss. Ron was truly a caring warm person who lightened many lives through his ministry..He’ll be greatly missed…Dale Milburn
Margorie Grime
Hilda. Very sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Such a kind a gentle soul. He truly made a difference in the world and such an active participant at St. Mark’s and the community. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kind regards, Bruce and Margorie Grime
Blake Pincoe
Hilda & family, I’m sad to hear of Ron’s passing yesterday. I regrettably have not seen either of you in a number of years, but you are often in my thoughts. I still remember Ron’s comforting words at uncle Roland’s funeral. They put me at ease during that difficult time. As you endure your own difficult time, try to remember the wonderful memories you all shared with family and friends.
Lynn & Blake
Marion Vincett
Hilda:
Ron was always such an energetic and dedicated person in all he undertook. His work with the hospital chaplaincy and with Hospice was remarkable and always done with sensitivity and grace. He will be sadly missed by many, we are sure.
We are sorry to be missing his service next week, but will certainly be keeping you in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Marion and Paul Vincett
Jack & Chris Willekes.
Hilda ; It was a great shock to hear of Ron’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will see you on Sunday.
Mary Chiasson
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Ron will be sadly missed. He was a much beloved and godly man who served and touched many souls in our faith communities in town. He would always take the time to stop, say hello and listen and share a good story or two. You and yours will be in our thoughts and prayers, and may God grant his soul eternal peace and rest. Love, Mary & Doug Chiasson [St Timothy Parish & Hospital Pastoral Care Committee]
Carol Foley
Ron was a man of great compassion and commitment. He carried the light of Christ with him at all times to illuminate the way for all of us. He will be greatly missed by friends, family, our parish and community.
Pat & Peter Simpson
Hilda , both of us were very shocked to hear this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You both have been great neighbours and friends since we came to Village Grreen. We will miss Ron.
Doris Porter
Hilds:
I was devastated tonight to turn on Egans web page and be confronted by Ron’s picture! I haven’t got the words to tell you how sorry I am that might be some comfort. He was always so cheerful and ready to help in any situation. My thougts and prayers are with you.
Doris Porter
Linda Punstel
Oh, Hilda, what a shock it is to hear the news of Ron’s death. My deepest condolences to you and Ron’s brother and family. Ron generously gave of his time to a great many people, and, in a modest and humble way. It was also evident that Ron had a keen interest in the history of things, and could be relied upon to shed light on the background of different stories he told. Always interesting. Most certainly, we will miss him in the choir and very much in the community. The world is a better place because of his presence here.
Don & Gayle Fysh
Dear Hilda, we are so saddened to learn of Ron’s passing. We have only known him for a short time through the British car club but came to appreciate his sense of humour and enthusiasm. We regret that we will be unable to attend the funeral as we are out of the country but you and your family will be in our thoughts. You have our deepest condolences.
Don & Gayle Fysh
Frank and Pauline DeCarlo
Dear Hilda. We were so shocked to hear of Ron’s sudden passing. We wil remember fondly and with a smile, the many times we have spent together at TTC events. Ron was most definitely a true, kind and gentle man who has left an indelible mark on the world. May you take comfort in all the memories you have shared together. He is gone too soon and will be missed greatly. You are in our thoughts and prayers today and always.
Dave and Maggie
Hilda, we always enjoyed chatting with Ron at our Toronto Triumph Club meetings and we will really miss him. Ron was a lovely fellow and always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say. We do hope that you will continue to drive the Spitfire or TR6 to future events. Take care and our thoughts are with you.
Cheryle and Richard Hamilton
Hilda: So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. His warm, caring and accepting ways lit a lot of peoples’ paths making their passage through life so much clearer and easier. He will be so missed.
Carman and Doug
Hilda, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron gave himself to the community, he was a devout Christian in faith, and demonstrated that faith in commitment and practice. Ron was a friend to many, he will be absent from our gatherings and meetings in the future, he will not be forgotten.
Linda Busche
Hilda
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Ron will be greatly missed.
Linda
Joanne Bleasdale
Hilda
I was so sorry to learn of Ron’s passing. He was such a gentle and compassionate person who will be greatly missed not only by friends and family, but also by the large community of St. Marks. His service and dedication truly made a difference in many people’s lives. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Gary & Wendy Allan
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Hilda. Ron will be missed by all with whom he crossed paths. The TTC membership has lost a truly wonderful warm and caring friend.
Marilyn Malton
Dear Hilda,
I, and Ron’s many friends and fellow students at Renison, were saddened to hear of Ron’s sudden passing. We will very much miss Ron’s companionship and gentle presence in our courses and gatherings. Our prayers are with you, Hilda, and with all who knew and loved Ron and we give thanks for his ministry.
Quentin & Susan Johnson
Hilda and family,
Susan and I are so sorry to hear Ron has passed away. I fondly remember our fun times as fellow basses in the Belfountain Singers. He was a kind gentle man who always had a smile on his face. We are holding you all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
pete baxter
We are sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Bev and Pete Baxter
Louise & Bruce McCann, Port Dover
Hilda, so sorry to hear about Ron’s passing. We remember the fun times we all enjoyed during our curling years
in Orangeville. I know he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Louise & Bruce
Paul Rutledge
Hilda,
I am so deeply sorry to hear about Ron’s passing. Ron was a funny, warm, kind, and friendly personality. When I was heavily involved at St. Mark’s in Orangeville, I absolutely loved having him along for a few of the Youth Group activities, such as the canoe trip to the Kawarthas. He had a keen and intense passion towards the Youth Group, St. Mark’s and his wide circle of family and friends, such as yourself.
My condolences, Hilda. Ron will be extremely missed by all, and an irreplaceable part of St. Mark’s has indeed been robbed.
Melissa Staveley
Hilda and family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Ron’s sudden passing. He will be greatly missed by the community. I was lucky enough to work along side Ron at Hospice during my employment. He was always a willing participant to assist with anything the organization needed.
He will be missed.
My deepest condolences.
Susan and Norm Allen
Dear Hilda,
Our deepest sympathy in the unexpected loss of Ron. We are away so will not be at the service, unfortunately. St. Mark’s will miss Ron and I will miss him in the choir!
Sharon & Bob Jones
Hilda, We were so very, very sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Since we are in Myrtle Beach, we can’t be at the service but our thoughts will be with you. He was one of a kind and will be missed by so many. Our deepest sympathy . Sharon and Bob Jones
Kathy Armstrong
Dear Hilda,
I was beyond shocked to hear about Ron’s passing. The two of you have been such an inspiration to me during my difficult time. There truly are no adequate words, but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy
Carol Riddell
Deepest condolences on Ron’s passing. I was very involved with him when his sister Judy was ill and coming to Ambulatory Care. He was truly a gentleman.
Joanne, Dave, David and Megan Swift
we are so very sorry for your loss, Aunt Hilda. Uncle Ron was an amazing man in many ways. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you
Irene & Ross Lowrey
Our deepest sympathies to you, Hilda.
Bob & Judy Scott
Dear Hilda, We were shocked to hear of Ron’s sudden passing but I’m sure no more shocked then you. He was such a wonderful caring and beautiful person. To know him was to love him. Unfortunately we’re away so will not be attending his visitation or funeral but please know you’ll be in our thoughts and prayers. The world lost a great man on Wednesday. He will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Bob & Judy Scott & family
Marjorie MacDonald
Hilda.
I am so sorry to hear Ron passed away. He was truly a kind and gentle soul. He had a radiant smile and warm greeting for everyone. He will be greatly missed .
John Dean
Hilda,
Freda and I were sorry to hearcof Ron’s passing. We want to pass on our deepest sympathy.
John and Freda Dean
Karen Perryman
Hilda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Treasure the memories.
janice Kidd
Sorry for your loss Hilda.
Terry & Judi Sullivan
Hilda, we are saddened to hear of Ron’s passing. Ron was a very pleasant and outgoing person who always had a smile.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our sympathies to yourself and Family members. Terry & Judi Sullivan.
Sue and Len Vantol
Hilda, Sharon and Jim,
We were very saddened to hear of Ron’s sudden passing. He was a much accomplished and admired man. Our prayers are with you.
Bob Burnside
Hilda , we were shocked along with all your friends to learn of Ron’s sudden passing
You were such a perfectly matched couple, different but the same and of one focus
He will be missed
Whether one spoke only shortly or rarely or at length and frequently with Ron , you came away with something personal , sensitive and positive. Ron is one with whom everyone will wish they had spent more time.
Our prayers are with you
God bless you
Bob and Nancy Burnside
Kathy Kerr-Macdonald
Dear Hilda; You may not remember us Hilda but we were best friends with Marg and Judy from St. Timothy’s church in Weston. We are so sorry to hear about Rons passing. Our thoughts are truly with you at this time.
Doug Pincoe
Hilda,
Our most sincere condolences at the passing of Ron. Such a shock. We were just talking to him last week and had such a nice visit. We hadn’t seen him since my Mom’s funeral. We were so thankful for his reading during her service. He was a kind, gentle, caring, giving man who made the world a better place with a twinkle in his eye. Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug, Susan, Jackie & Melissa Pincoe
Ruth Pincoe
Dear Jim and Hilda
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ron’s death a few days ago, and heard the news not only from our cousin Linda but also from several Friends in the Orangeville area who knew of Ron’s work and contribution to the community. I am heartbroken that I cannot be with you either today (no public transit from downtown Toronto to Orangeville) or for the funeral tomorrow (I need to be with David for two medical appointments — he is having chemo treatments), but I will be, as I have been for the last four days, holding you in the Light as you go through these first difficult days. Ron had a wonderful depth of caring and kindness, and, as Quakers say, he “let his life speak” wherever and however he was able. Many people will remember instances of this. I also remember his humour and lightheartedness. Nothing could be so serious that he couldn’t look up and smile. I like to think of this as a particular Pincoe characteristic, but Ron has made better and more creative use of his cheer than most of us. For now, I hold you, and the members of your extended families, in my heart. I will be with you in spirit. I also hope that in the coming weeks I might have a chance to see you. But meanwhile, know that you walk in the Light, and that you are not alone.
with love and sorrowful cheers from David as well,
Ruth Pincoe and David Peebles
Anne Chesterton
Hilda, we are so sorry to hear of Rons sudden passing. David’s & my memories go back to the Belfountain Singers. His wonderful bass voice, was always a pleasure to hear but his warm personality & caring for others was what stood out for us both. He will be greatly missed in the Orangeville community I know. Please accept our condolences.
Keith & Cindy Gunn
Hilda,
Cindy and I were shocked to hear of Ron’s sudden passing, we are very sorry for your loss.
Ron was such a kind and giving individual and will be missed by all who knew him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this unfortunate time.
Keith & Cindy Gunn
Pat Yaremko
Sharon & I were shocked & greatly saddened to hear the news. Ron was a true gentleman that will be dearly missed. Our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Pat & Sharon Yaremko
Ruth Hay
Hilda: I was so sorry to read of Ron’s passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elaine and John Ito
Hilda,
We offer our condolences.
Elaine remembers enjoying Ron’s voice in the Belfountain Singers and always thought of him as a kind man.
Paul and Kathy Shackleton
So very sorry Hilda. Ron was a wonderful man and will certainly be missed.
Dorothy & Bob Sparkes
Hilda
We were shocked to learn of Ron’s sudden passing. Our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God bless.
Dorothy & Bob
Wendy ( Pincoe ) Cormack
Hilda,
I was very saddened to hear of Ron’s passing. He was a kind, gentle, lovely man. Our deepest sympathies
to you and Jim and your families. Although i will not be able to attend the funeral, our thoughts and prayers
are with you.
Love, Wendy, Bob and family
Phyllis Sproule
Hilda,
Our sincere condolences at the passing of Ron. It will hard to think of St Mark’s without him.
Phyliis Sproule and Family
Mariana, Wayne, Andrew & Michael Ball
Hilda, as I introduced you to my daughter-in-law 2 Sundays ago, and chatted about coming to our office to get some things in order, never in our wildest nightmares did we think that a few days later Ron would be taken away. I am so very sorry for your loss !!!. It was such a shock and although no one wants a lengthy illness, this has brought tears and heartache to all those around you. Ron was a very special person who was able to influence young and old . Andrew agreed to be an altar boy because he didn’t have the heart to say NO to Ron ! And teenagers have no problem saying no to anyone !
You’re in our thoughts and prayers and Ron will be greatly missed !
morley watson
Hilda, I was shocked to say the least when I heard of the passing of Ron, just a few days previous he was visiting me in hospital. We had a good chat remembering all the good times at the curling club, church and different social events we went to. We talked and laughed at length of the “different characters” we knew and shared some of those experiences with each other. Ron had a great wit about him, truly devoted and we will miss him.
God Bless my thoughts and prayers are with you
Morley
Martine and Craig Size
Hi Hilda,
We are so sorry of Ron’s passing.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Martine and Craig
Rose Haskell
Dear Hilda – so sorry to hear about Ron. He was a kind and gentle man. Larry and I offer our condolences.
Lorne Ebel
Hilda since we are still in Florida & just heard of Ron’s passing. We are so sorry and offer our deepest sympathy to you. He will be missed in so many places. He was such a kind and quiet man that made such a difference in so many lives. You are in our prayers
Lorne&Dori Ebel
Hubert and Aline DenElzen
Dear Hilda
We were so saddened to hear of Ron’s passing and offer you our deepest sympathy. He will be dearly missed by all his friends and family.
Lori Smith
I was just reading the Banner on a quiet Sunday morning and was shocked to see the notice of Ron’s death. I am so sorry to hear this Hilda. He was such a caring and gentle gentleman. Love and hugs to you.
Lori Smith
Rev'd Frank Squires, Deacon
Dear Hilda
Sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. We had many good times together at Renison College. We thank God for his wonderful ministry at St. Mark’s. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Blessings
Rev’d Frank Squires, Deacon
Jake Silberberg
Dear Hilda
Sandy and I were shocked and saddened to hear from you about Ron’s passing. We recall, with the most pleasant memories, the laughs and good times that we shared over the years – most often in connection with FCA car club events.
In addition, we won’t forget the terrific times we shared during our driving trip together in Switzerland and Italy.
We wish you strength during these difficult times, and are certain that you will be cherishing many wonderful memories and thoughts of Ron.
Warmly
Sandy and Jake Silberberg
Rick Rolfe
Hilda, I’m so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I completely missed the sad news until I read about it in the paper.
He was a good manand gave of himself to many charitable works in our community. I will always remember his smile and gentle nature. Along with Hilda he was a perennial attendee at the Christmas Hamper Drive at Christmas,
He is now resting in the arms of Jesus. Ron truly walked in the footsteps of Jesus heeding his call to help the less fortunate.
He will be greatly missed by the entire faith community of Orangeville.
Rick Rolfe
St. Timothy Catholic Church