HALL: Ronald Joseph Hall passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Monday, February 11, 2008. Ronald was born December 24, 1951. A Prayer Service will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Traditional Ceremony will be held at Sioux Valley Veterans Memorial Hall on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. SHARP. Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sioux Valley Roman Catholic Cemetery. Complete obituary information will follow. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements are with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.

HALL: Ronald Joseph Hall, Mahpiya T'o Hoksida (Blue Sky Boy), Wambdi Wanape (Eagle Scatters). On Monday, February 11, 2008, surrounded by his family, Ron passed away peacefully at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Ron will be truly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Marilyn, children and grandchildren: Mark (Caroline), Dawn, Rose and Keith; Teri (Sergio) Damari, Andrew and Asher; Nathan (Lynita), Jaden, Dawson, Dacian and Landon; Jamie and Alexander, and Sabina Ijaz. He is also survived by his parents Mary and Solomon Hall; siblings Karen (Tom), Elaine (Kenny Sr.), Ramona (Paul), Louise (JJ), Frank, Joanne (Robert Sr.) and Ethel (Gary). There are many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and extended family. He was predeceased by his father Warren Bearbull and granddaughter, Faith Hall. Ron was born on December 24, 1951 at Winnipeg, Manitoba. He attended the Roman Catholic School at Sioux Valley and then went to the Residential School in Camperville. Upon his return, he completed his education at Oak Lake High School. Ron worked at various jobs in and around Sioux Valley, but his main occupation was a plumber. He also served as a Chief to his community as well as a Councilor. Ron was involved in and helped raise awareness for Diabetes projects in the community. When his health prevented him from working full time, he was still unable to just stay home. He began to MC for various events in the community, as well as for other organizations throughout the past two years. Whatever Ron chose to do, he was always connected to people and enjoyed visiting and sharing stories. Ron was proud of his Dakota language and he passed his knowledge on to those who wanted to learn. At times, the results from his students brought many laughs, but those are the memories he also thoroughly enjoyed being around little children. He would stop a conversation to single a child out and talk - little did he know that these would become lasting impressions on a child or a family. Ron was given the gift of humor and he used that to the fullest. And he loved to tease-even when he was battling his disease, he would still make someone laugh and lighten an often-somber mood. Ron was a sports enthusiast - whether as a participant or a spectator. He played hockey and baseball in his younger years and then encouraged his boys to play as well. He was their biggest supporter and he travelled many miles with the boys over their sports years. Again, Ron was always watching out for the other team players, making sure that they had equal ice time, had rides to the rink and that they were verbally rewarded for their efforts. When the boys quit playing hockey, they moved into the rodeo circuit. He enjoyed this time meeting new people and traveling. Ron loved to sing powwow and belonged to the Dakota Hotain singing group. While his health would later prevent him from singing with the group, he often travelled and spent time with these friends and relatives. Ron was able to sing with the group in January of this year and was proud of this accomplishment. One thing that was evident in Ron's life was his love for his family. He was fiercely loyal to his wife and children. He believed that his duty was to protect, care for and guide his family. He accomplished this goal with dignity and pride and we as his family will always cherish and remember that he was a man of his word. Ron treasured friendships and he put value in a handshake. Several people impacted Ron's life and they became family to Ron; Dan Pelletier (friend since they were twelve years old), Dave Courchene, Ken Courchene, Barry Kennedy (little brother), Hon. Eric Robinson, Sandi Storm and the Pratt sisters. The family has been overwhelmed with the love and support shown to us since our loss. Your continued prayers, visits, phone calls, and inquiries are acknowledged and we thank you all for grieving with us and being there for us. We also wish to take this opportunity to extend our sincerest heartfelt thank you to the Lung Transplant Team, Health Sciences, Dr. Engelbrecht - BRHC, Dr. Sippy - SVHC, Dr. Ijaz - Pine Falls HC, and the nursing staff who helped care for Ron. Ron had strong faith in God and his Creator. This sustained him during his battle and until his time of passing. A Prayer Service was held at Memories Chapel, on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. Traditional Ceremony was held at Sioux Valley Veterans Memorial Hall on Thursday, February 14, 2008 followed by the Funeral Service. Interment was at the Sioux Valley Roman Catholic Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements were with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330. Memorials
Manitoba Lung Association