Obituary of Ronald Chambers

Ronald Joseph Chambers 72, East Dalhouse, Kings Co., passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2004 in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Fenelon Falls, Ontario, he was a son of the late Robert and Jessie (Fryer) Chambers. Ronald joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1951 at the age of 19 and served on the HCMS Ontario, Quebec, Bonaventure, Kootenay, Cape Scott and Protecteur. He retired in 1972 where he then continued to work at the Halifax Dockyards as a Paint and Preservation Officer and after 32 years of service with the Canadian National Defense, he retired. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, branch 102, New Germany and of the Hull – Techs Association. Surviving are his wife the former Agnes (Nan) Park. Daughters, Sherry (Bert) Gouglas, Ont.; Karen (John) Gilhen, Whites Lake; Debbie (Roger) Janes, Bridgewater. Son, Steven (Dana), Ontario. 4 granddaughters, 1 great granddaughter. Sister, Bernice Geary, Ont; brothers, Raymond (Sharon), Ralph (Irene) all of Ontario; Roland (Sadie), Cape Breton, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Walter. No visitation at the funeral home by request. Memorial service 3 p.m., Saturday, May 29 at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall, New Germany. Burial at a later date. The family has requested no flowers, however, you may plant a seed in Ronald’s memory. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Sweeny’s Funeral Home, 4895 route 10, New Germany where online condolences may be made at www.sweenysfuneralhome.com.