Obituary of Ronald Christie Anderson

ANDERSON, Ronald Christie - West Brooklyn. It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved father on February 26,2011 at the age of 75. Born in Halifax on Nov.5 ,1935 , he was the eldest son of Borden and Laura (Christie). During his youth he excelled along with his brother Kenneth achieving the rank as King scout. As a young man , he worked at various jobs including the CNR, he later worked with Braemar Pest Control until his retirement. It was at this time that he and his wife, Marina moved to the Annapolis Valley (their little piece of paradise). Ron had a tremendous green thumb growing flowers, vegetables and sustaining his beautiful fruit trees and flowering bushes. He also enjoyed carpentry , preparing preserves, crossword puzzles and reading. Ronald was never one to shy away from a good game of - Bridge쳌, as well as always taking on a card challenge from any of his grandchildren. He is lovingly remembered by his 3 children Ronald (Pam) Halifax, Gerry (Millie) Greenwich, Crystol Theriault (Glenn) Oxford. Beloved grandchildren Brenden, Timothy, Katelyn, Jenna, Christien, Justyn and Alyssa . Sisters, Alicia Toner (George) Ontario, Vivian Pitul (Bill) E. Petpeswick. He was predeceased by his parents , infant son Darryl ,Brother Kenneth and only four short years ago his loving wife of 50 years; Marina (MacDougall). Everyone acquainted with Ron soon learned he was a man with a kind and giving heart, always putting others needs before his own and offering an encouraging word, with a home that was always open and welome to all. Although practical and wise he could see the humor in most situations. Ronald was gifted with a quick wit and infectious laugh and very much loved a good practical joke . Ron was well known and liked by all .He was active in the local church community. and supported the Brain Injury Association Of N.S .(BIANS) Arrangements are under the care and direction of Serenity Lindsay Funeral Home & Crematorium, 568 Main Street, Wolfville, NS B4P 1E7. There will be no visitation at the family's request. A celebration of Ron's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday March 3, 2011 at Avonport United Baptist Church. Rev. Gail Whalen-Dunn officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall. If so desired donations may be made to West Brooklyn United Baptist Church, Avonport United Baptist Church or to BIANS.