Ronald Harold Cockburn
elevated 2Zaj7 September 12, 1953 – May 5, 2023
elevated 2Zaj7 Visitation
Tuesday May 16, 2023 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
elevated 2Zaj7 Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated 2Zaj7 Funeral Service – Chapel of St. Joseph (within the Funeral Home)
Tuesday May 16, 2023 at 1:30pm
elevated 2Zaj7 Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
elevated 2Zaj7 Obituary
elevated 2Zaj7 It is with profound sadness and grief that we announce the passing of Ronald Cockburn, affectionately known as “Ronnie”, beloved son, brother and dear uncle at the age of 69.
elevated 2Zaj7 Predeceased by his parents Ronald and Irene Cockburn, brother Gary, sister Linda Collins, brother-in-law John Koci and nephew Jason Morrison Cockburn. He leaves behind his brother Joe, sister Theresa and brother-in-law Clayton Hynes, and brother-in-law Rick Collins.
elevated 2Zaj7 He was the very proud Uncle to Joey (Grace), Michelle, Paul, Doreen (Raymond), Colleen, Laura (Dexter) Richard Jr, John, Paul (Natalia), Christine (Peter) and cherished Great Uncle to 20 great nieces and nephews.
elevated 2Zaj7 Even though in his later years as Parkinson’s Disease progressed, he never lost his humour nor his love and devotion for his family and his favourite team the Blue Jays. He will forever be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and good spirit. Forever Remembered, Forever Missed.
You will be missed Uncle Ronnie but I am content because I know God received you with Joy. Heaven received a humble loving spirit. Love you always.
Gonna miss your smile and laugh !
I love you Uncle Ronnie
Even though it has been many years I still remember u as the favorite uncle to all us kids.. even tho some of us weren’t blood.. you always were smiling and laughing and gave hugs freely.. may you rest in peace “uncle” Ron 🙏
Ron we have awesome memories of our teenage years we will treasure forever. Our gang. So much fun. I don’t know how your mom put up with us. She was awesome just like you. RIP Ron til we meet again.
So sorry to hear of this late. He was a great guy when I worked with him at Burns. Always smiling and willing to help everyone. May he rest peacefully.