George Ramsdale
Passed away peacefully at Grey Bruce Health Services, Southampton on Saturday, April 7, 2018, in his 88th year. George Ramsdale was predeceased by his loving wife of 57 years, Marion Ramsdale. He was a proud and loving father of daughter Gena (Mike) Taylor of Amherstburg, and son Ron (Dawn) Ramsdale of Victoria, B.C. He was also the dear grandpa of Katelynn Taylor (Anthony Satterthwaite) of Milton and Vanessa and Josh Ramsdale of Victoria, B.C. as well as the great grandpa to Landon Satterthwaite. George is survived by brother, Howard Ramsdale (Rita), and sisters Charlotte and Mary.
George grew up on a farm in the Chatham area and spent his working life at American Can, working up to a management position with opportunities for international travel. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and was one of the founding members of the Erie Ramblers. He was committed to family and friends and enjoyed many happy times with Marion’s family in the Muskokas. George lived with integrity and was a role model to many. In retirement, he and Marion enjoyed over 25 winters in Florida, where he would help neighbours and close friends on various constructions projects and work on shows and events with his musical wife. During his summers in Southampton, George would tend to his amazing garden and give any excess to friends in the community. He also enjoyed fishing in the river and the lake, and was continually honing his fishing skills and understanding of the science of fish. A steadfast citizen of his community, he spent countless hours replenishing the fish he caught by contributing to the Southampton salmon enhancement program. He also enjoyed his gazebo, helping out friends who needed a hand and solving problems with the crew down at Tim Horton’s.
Unfortunately, George has cast his last line in the mighty Saugeen River. His work is done here and he will be missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held later in the summer of 2018. Memorial donations to the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.greybrucecremation.com.