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Sending my sincere condolences to you Cathy, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Lisa Klemke-Harris
We only have the fondest memories of Ron. Ron always had a funny (and sometimes corny) joke for you to encourage a smile and that always set the tone for the balance of the visit. As President of CREB, he was always effective and his strong leadership was an example for us all to follow. He was a mentor to myself and many others and Ron always cared dee[ply about everyone else over his own well being. Ron was just an awesome example of a human that we were blessed to have called our friend.
Sano Stante and Minette Stante
Sure will miss all of our email jokes and conversations. You will be greatly missed Ron...
Cathy and family,
We are sending our condolences on the passing of our dear friend. Ron was a dear friend to everyone in our family. Blaine always said how Ron was the best boss and best friend he had, and Kirsten loved working with him many years later. Ron was always ready with a magic trick, and there to support us with his kindness and loving smile. Ron and Blaine are probably together now, telling some jokes and enjoying some laughs.
Having you all in our thoughts and prayers at this time,
Donna, Kirsten, and Carter Chornawka
Ron, Thanks for all the great memories,and for being such a credit to the real estate business. You made us proud.
Our condolences to Cathy and family.
Bob and Marleen Butchart
Ron, my family and I knew you for a very short time, but your kindness and the light you had within you touched our hearts!
There is a saying that death is not opposite to life! Life has no opposites! Death is only opposite to birth! Your kindness and love will live in our hearts until we meet again!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Kathy and the family!
Sally Stanley
It feels awful and it's so hard to believe that Ron as everyone knows him won't be around anymore. However I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to know and be family with Ron and his family. Since he won't be around anymore and there is nowhere to find that same feeling, I feel the need to honour Ron's presence in my heart by making sure I keep all off his great values and traits alive. Strive to be warm, funny, a great father figure, a man with a big heart, giving in every possible way and always remember to season all that with a bit of a fine dirty humour.
Thank you Ron,
For all you have provided and inspired to this world.
The value of your presence will always be with me.
Thank you for all you help and for being my family.
Best wishes for a fun joyful Journey wherever you are.
Foivos
Kathy, we are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. We will always remember his warm smile and making everyone always feel welcome.
Our thoughts are with you and family
Ron Stanners was a gentleman to the core. I met him 45 years ago as he was a colleague of my mother's and then became my colleague, first in selling books and then in real estate. When I was taking the courses at CREB, I asked my instructor about Ron and his company and he said that I would do well there and that Ron was 'one of the good guys'. High praise indeed! He was always a devoted family man who showed support, kindness and empathy to his employees. He had a wonderful sense of humour and great humanity. Cathy and family - I am so sorry for your loss. It is just unimaginable that he is gone. I just tried to sign in to the Zoom service, but it was full. Of course it would be. You both have gathered so many friends over the years. Please know I am thinking about you all.
With deepest condolences, Mary Jane (Annear) Holberton
We are very sorry to hear about Ron passing away and we would like to extend our condolences to the entire family.
Paul and Julia Gerritsen
It’s so hard to believe that Ron isn’t in the world anymore! He was always a larger than life presence. Ron was truly interested in everyone. He could make you feel like you were the center of the universe. When I went back into residential real estate, Ron made me feel at home and invincible!! Thank you for being my friend Ron for 30 years!!
I have had the absolute pleasure of knowing Ron since 1992 when I started working for him at Sutton Group. It became apparent very quickly that when you worked for Ron, you were not just an employee, but family. His integrity, wonderful, crazy sense of humor, his stories and his boundless energy were beyond compare. We shared a lunch together when he was retiring and I was leaving Maxwell and that will always be dear to my heart. We shared so many memories of the old days at Sutton and our hopes and dreams for the future. He genuinely cared for people's lives, their families, their struggles and their stories. I have missed Ron greatly since then and now the world will never be the same without this incredible, truly good man. To Cathy, Hope, Scott, Garrett and family, I offer my sincerest condolences. May your countless memories bring you comfort. Ron was larger than life and touched countless lives. Rest in peace, Ron.
Carol Harper
My heart goes out to you Cathy, Scott, Garrett and Hope and to all your extended family. Ron will leave a big gap in many lives. I am thinking of him fondly for all the laughs he shared and kindnesses he gave to so many. God bless you all to help you through this time of sorrow.
Ron always had a smile and a kind word - always upbeat. He expressed a genuine interest in you and made you feel that you I were the only one.
A true gentleman in life and in the industry he so loved and contributed so much. He was "one of a kind". I last spoke to Ron the Thursday evening before he passed. He was calling to ask how I was and to update me on the health status of a mutual colleague. To the end, he was always about others. Our condolences to you, Cathy, and to your family.
Jim and Pat English
My sincerest condolences to Hope, Scott, Garrett, Cathy and all of the Stanners family.
Ron was my friend, manager and mentor to me for over 30 years. Ron was a busy man who accomplished many things in his life but never too busy to greet you with his smile and have a chat and a chuckle. Positive and selfless to the end. Even though I hadn't seen Ron much since he retired a few years ago you could always feel the genuine interest he had for my family and I. Out of all the fond conversations I've had with Ron over the years it is the last one I will remember most. A simple text from him, bedridden in the hospital obviously not well at all, Hoping I'm doing Ok and wishing my oldest son Owen, a happy birthday. Funny, sometimes they say it's the little things.
Thank you Ron.You will be truly missed.
Dave Buhl
To the Stanners, Our families have been friends for as long as I can remember and our hearts go out to you all - Mrs Stanners, Hope, Scott and Garrett. You were always generous and kind to us, especially me for living half my childhood in your house. Thanks for all the advice and talks over the last 40 years. It was an honour to know you Mr Stanners and you always make me feel so blessed and like a part of your family. We will have that peking duck dinner we owe you another day.
All our love, Calvin, Maria, Larry, Leo, Naveed and Zahara Lee
I am going to miss Ron as I have worked with him for 20 years and he was always more than fair to me, rest in peace my friend. Virginia and I send our sincere condolences to Cathy and family.
Cathy and Family
Carol and I were so taken aback with the news of Ron's passing. Having worked with Ron in the Maxwell organization for close to 20 years and attended many functions with Ron and Cathy , we have nothing but good , positive memories.
Ron always took the time to engage in conversation, smile, laugh and joke. He genuinely made you feel comfortable with his upbeat personality and his ability to tell stories.
A standout in life, Ron is one of those people we will remember fondly with a smile on our face. Rest in peace, my friend
Darrell & Carol
I first met Ron when he joined the Block Watch Board. In life, you meet many people, but some stand out. Ron was one of those people. I feel fortunate to have known Ron and deeply saddened to learn of his passing. Gone much too soon.
My most sincere condolences to Cathy and family.
Gerry Borbridge
Ron always brought a smile to my face with his quick wit and humour, loved going on his golf trips and just being around him...gone too soon...he will be missed RIP Ron❤️
Dear Cathy and family. I was so sorry to hear the news about Ron and will miss those early morning rounds with both of you at Carnmoney.
Dear Cathy and family: My wife and I are very sad to hear that Ron has passed away. He was a man of huge integrity, humour and professionalism, not qualities very common these days. Real estate in Calgary has lost a man of high esteem and wisdom whose word and handshake were indeed his signature. We are so very sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences from our hearts to yours, Leo & Marj Aucoin
Ron was always a person I’d hope to run into if I was at the Board or at a Maxwell function.
His jovial spirit could lighten my mood instantly and his ability to be interested and immensely interesting always set him apart from all others.
You will be missed terribly by many and I for one will always be grateful that our paths crossed.
Sorry for your loss Cathy, Hope, Scott and Garrett. I remember Ron as a happy and caring person every time your family would come out to visit in Kamsack.
He Quietly Inspired!
Maureen Toole, and the Toole Family
Ron was one of my very first clients when I went into the sign business over 20 years ago and from there, we became best of friends for years to follow. I do not recall ever seeing Ron without a smile on his face, nor a warm embrace to greet you with. I have so many warm memories of recalling his passion for gardening, his love of all the special creatures that inhabited his back yard and his pursuit of new and excited business ventures. Ron raised the bar for us when it came to knowing how to make people feel special and valued. I am a better person for having had him in my life and the world will never be the same without him. My deepest condolences to Cathy, Scott and Hope.
So sad to lose Ron. He was not only an outstanding individual in Calgary real estate, but also a stand-up human being. You will be missed, Ron.
We were very shocked and saddened to hear of Ron’s passing. He was always so much fun to be around and will truly be missed. Sending our condolences to Cathy and family. Tom Stiff and Franceska Baker.
Very sorry to hear of Ron's death. Ron was a real gentleman, a great Realtor and a true wit. I was the manager at the Norwest office when Ron and Dick bought the office and he was always a great source of knowledge and information. His presence will be missed.
Sincere condolences to all the Stanners family, and to his best friend Dick Oakes.
Ed Reuther
Ron was one of the finest gentlemen that I have ever met in my life. He was my first Broker ( Sutton Group - South Star Realty ), mentor, and friend for many years. Although I left his Brokerage in 1994 but we remained friends for all these years. you will be missed. Rest in Peace Ron.
I am sad to see this loss of such an amazing man. He was a mentor to many, including me. I had the privilege to work with him over the years, in my various positions; and marvelled at the kind and gentle way he inspired people. One memory I have was when he was showing me his garden. I could tell it was a real passion of his and that he was proud of it. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Stanner family during this difficult time of loss.
I am so sorry for your families loss. Ron was a very special person to me, my first broker, and the kindest and gentlest man I have ever met. May you find comfort in the support and embrace that the community will show you during this sad and unsettling time. May your faith guide you and keep you sheltered from grief.
I was so saddened to hear of Rons passing. I started out in real estate with him in 1991 at the age of 19. Ron was like a second dad to me then and I will never forget his generosity, integrity and love of life itself.. May God grant the Stanners Family peace through their sorrow.
Todd Gow
Ron was one of the finest gentlemen that I have ever met. He was congenial, super social, and magnanimous in every respect. He was my employer, mentor, and friend for many years Rest in Peace Ron
My deepest condolences to the Stanners family. I knew Ron for over 40 years in my role as "Bob the Banker" with Bank of Montreal, Bridgewater Bank, HomEquity Bank and as an instructor for AREA/CREB/RECA. Ron was always a strong believer & supporter of education for his Realtors, had a wonderful sense of humour, and was always impeccably dressed. I'll always have great memories of his annual golf tournaments at Wolf Creek Golf Course. Ron was an icon in the Real Estate Industry, and will be sadly missed. May you have many fond memories of Ron to help you through these difficult times.
My heart is broken and empty as I heard the sad news of Ron. He was my broker / helper / mentor / big boss and roll model. First few years of my career as a Realtor, I could do "NORMAL" everyday transactions by myself, but I didn't really know what to do and how to do whenever the "CONFLICT" occurred. I always tried all I could do before I call Ron. I finally called him and talked him briefly about my situation and what I did so far, then he gave me a solution instantly and the problem just got solved! Sometime Ron needed few days to look after my issue, but he always called me back with a solution, doesn't matter what time of the day it was. He never forgot to call me back. His voice was always positive but powerful, and he always made me win the situation when I had a conflict with other Realtor at other brokerage, but at the same time he always taught me to respect others and treat them well. As I grew up my business and more experienced, I stopped call him, but whenever I had a conflict / issue / difficult situation, I always thought about Ron and thinking what would he do about it. He became my strong foundation of who I am now as a Realtor and I still remember all his advice. Last time I saw him, he was older and weaker, but his smile to welcome me was never changed, his voice was louder than ever, and his hand-shake was stronger than ever.Miss him so much and my heart is with Ron's family.
Ron was truly a special man. He had a way of making everyone he interacted with feel important, respected and valued - and we more than felt the same in return. His positivity was infectious and something I will never forget. One of the first lessons he taught me was to say “I am fantastic!” when asked “How are you?”, and to truly believe it, no matter how challenging the day had been. Attitude, after all, has the power to shape our entire life - so we are best served to be positive. I am not surprised to read that one of Ron’s goals was to make 5 people smile a day. He certainly made me smile every time I saw him. The world is a better place for having a man like Ron in it. He will be missed by many, myself included.
Ron was my very first broker. He was there for me when ever I would need his advice. He always had a way of looking at the best way of doing things and his gentle approach always made it easy to ask for his help and he was always happy to help. The things I remember most about Ron besides his tireless work ethic and love of his agents, were his funny and very corny jokes at the Monday Morning meetings and his love for golf. I always looked forward to golfing with Ron he taught me a lot there as well. I will miss him and I am very sad to hear of his passing. Bless you Ron and May you Rest In Peace and you will live always and forever in our hearts.
Love Jason Jillain
We are so very sorry to hear this sad news...our deepest sympathy to Cathy, Hope, Scott and Garett. We fondly remember our times when Ron was a hockey coach for Scott and Garett and Doug. Ron always had a smile on his face and he revelled as he said “ he was on course” which meant he was on the golf course!
May he Rest In Peace
Fondly Richard and Joan Bourassa
Cathy and family, we enjoyed our interactions with Ron, as our paths crossed at Carnmoney. He was such a positive, fun-loving man. May all of your fond memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
To Ron’s family : so sorry for your loss Ron was my trainer and manager in 1988 incredible man unselfish human been, always on call to answer questions or help solving problems even after left his office and moved to another brokerage. Ron I will never forget what you done for me . To the family we have lost a great friend man idol to me John Oliverio RE/MAX REAL ESTATE(Central)
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