Ronald Almer Widgett died peacefully on November 13, 2023, after a long battle with congestive heart failure and kidney disease. He is survived by Margaret, his wife of 70 years; his sons Brian (Elaine) and Steven; his grandchildren (Ian (Amy), Keith, Samantha (Ryan), Conor and Catherine) and 3 great grandsons (Ciaran, Theo, and Emmet). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. He also has a dear and special aunt, Alice Bolton of Bruce Mines. Ron is predeceased by his mother Jennie May (Bolton), father Almer Allison Widgett, and brother Albert Widgett.

Ron was born on April 4, 1935, growing up in the City of Toronto. He met Margaret in 1950 at age 15 through his best friend Bill Gilmour (Margaret’s older brother). By 1952, they were engaged and married on July 4, 1953. Ron joined the Toronto Fire Department in August of 1957 and was promoted to Captain, retiring in 1993 after a long and rewarding career of 36 years.

Ron and Margaret enjoyed traveling and were able to visit many places but enjoyed their winters in Florida the most. Their cottage on Eel’s Lake was always a special place. After retiring, Ron and Margaret moved to Port Perry and enjoyed 20 wonderful years with many friends and family at Canterbury Commons before moving to a retirement home in Whitby. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart and Stroke, Kidney Foundation, or any other charity of your choice will be appreciated by the family.