HEDGES, Ron "Checker" -
February 4, 1940 - July 9, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ron “Checker” Hedges, age 83, on Sunday, July 9, 2023.
He passed away peacefully at Port Perry Place with family by his side.
Ron is predeceased by his wife Marie and his parents Don and Marjory Hedges, he is survived by his sister Rosemary, brothers-in-law Fred (Barb), Ken (Heather) and Brian (Patricia) also many nieces and nephews.
Ron was very dedicated and passionate in his career as a grader operator for the Town of Pickering Roads Dept., he started there May 1, 1963 and retired December 31, 1999.
Ron was also very determined and enthusiastic about following in his father's footsteps as a member of the lodge at the Masonic Hall. He loved sports, even coached kids' baseball for a couple years.
He also enjoyed reading and fishing.
Special thanks to the staff at Port Perry Place for the kind and compassionate care. Ron will be sadly missed by family and many friends.
Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Low & Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge; Visitation from 12pm to 2pm with Service immediately following at 2pm. Reception to follow service in lower level.
In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in Ron's memory to the Claremont Legion, Branch 483.
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