Obituary of Ronald Lawrence Hines

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Ronald Hines, husband to Evelyn (Black) Hines, announce his passing, which occurred on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at the Saint John Regional Hospital after a brief illness. Born on July 16, 1934, he was a son of the late Harold and Gladys (Howard) Hines. A hard worker, Ron was a long-time employee of Kimberly-Clark Tissue Mill in West Saint John, before starting his own contracting company in retirement. Throughout his life, Ron enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and friends, and relaxing at home watching the Toronto Blue Jays. He was known for his enthusiastic story-telling and witty sense of humour. Ron made many lasting connections throughout his life, but he was most proud of his cherished relationship with his loving wife of 57 years, Evelyn. "Love you forever and ever and ever" Ron will be lovingly remembered by his wife Evelyn, their children: Ronald (Linda) Hines, Ralph (Marion) Hines and Susan (Kelvin) O’Neill; his grandchildren: Michael and Stephen Hines, Stephen Duncan, Krista Dorie, Lisa Hines, Robyn and Taryn O’Neill; his great-grandchildren: Mitchell, Kendel, Alayna and Aiden; sister-in-law, Barbara Hines along with many nieces and nephews and members of his extended family. In addition to his parents, Ron is predeceased by his brothers William (Bud) and Howard Hines and sisters Merron Ulseth, Ann Townsend and Shirley Marirea. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row (634-7424). At Ron’s request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. The family invites those who wish to make remembrances and donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. "Night, love you, see you in the morning".