It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to Ron Brown, a special father, brother, uncle, son and friend. Ron passed away suddenly, but peacefully, in his sleep on February 12, 2020.
He was a very dedicated father to his son Daniel (Danny) whom he loved so much.
Son of the late Hartley and Irene Brown (Kennedy) of Harrow Ontario; father to Daniel (Elly); brother and friend to Chuck (Nancy), Carol (Dave); the late Gary (Linda); uncle to Dave (Julie); Mark (Darlene); Dale (Vicky); Carrie (Randy); Bryan (Lindsay); Paige; and many other, very loved family members.
Ron was the cherished friend to Lynne (Danny’s mother), Arnold Erbs and many others.
Ron left home in Harrow, Ontario at the age of 14 years old, and after working at local horse training farms in that area for a while, he came to Ottawa where he established his roots. Ron had many talents. His first love was training and competing in equestrian disciplines. At one point in his career, he was awarded an Ontario Provincial championship. We were all so proud of all of the ribbons and trophies he had won over the years. He was also an accomplished carpenter and later in life he enjoyed working with his son, Danny, preparing foods and doing daily deliveries. He was so proud of all of those things.
Most importantly he was a fun loving, grateful, sentimental and very thoughtful person. Always sending cards or some kind of trinket to remember those special occasions. He was a bright light in our lives and we will miss him with all our hearts.
Until we meet again. Rest in peace Ron.
Digital Guestbook
Rob Dixon
Neil and Gloria Glockling
To the Brown Family,
Ron was a character from beginning to end. He certainly touched many lives throughout his career as an instructor, trainer, competitor and friend. Thinking back, most would agree that many of his horses were extensions of his personality with Nimrod and Warlock coming immediately to mind. Ron was a fierce competitor in all things, from inside the show ring to arm wrestling the young bucks coming along through the stable.
Ron was and will remain for many of us, a significant part of our earlier years whether you knew him at Silver Springs, Equidae or Shadow Ridge.
Cheers buddy,
Neil
I am very sorry for your loss, please pass my condolences along to your family.