HORNER, Ralph

Peacefully at his home, North Bay, on Thursday April 1st, 2010, at the age of 71 years. Born in Noranda, Quebec on June 20, 1938, Ralph was the dear son of the late Claude & Leta Horner. He will be fondly remembered by his son Clark "Chip" (Martha) of Portland, Oregon, daughter Claudia of Canton, Michigan and his grandchildren Rowan & Gwilym. Ralph is also survived by, and will be sadly missed by his brother Frank (Fran) of North Bay, his
nephews & nieces Kilvie, Lee, Kim Oakes, & Brad Lobret, and his numerous cousins. He will also be sadly missed by his loving friend and caregiver Monica Foisy. Ralph grew up in North Bay, attended NBCI &VS, and left as a young man to play hockey in the United States. He attended the University of Michigan on a Hockey Scholarship and went on to become a long time High School Principal as well as a Real Estate Developer in Michigan. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and spent many wonderful years on Lake Temagami. A member of Berkley Lodge #536, AF&AM, Berkley, Michigan, he was also Shriner of Zem Zem Temple, Erie, Pennsylvania. Cremation has taken place. Friends may call at the Martyn Funeral Home on Thursday afternoon & evening from 2- 4 & 7 – 9 pm. Masonic Lodge #617 AF&AM memorial service will be held at 7:00pm. Funeral services to celebrate his life will be held in the Martyn Funeral Chapel on Friday April 9th, 2010 at 2:00pm., Rev. Jane Howe officiating. If desired donations to the Alzheimer’s Society, or the charity of your choice will be gratefully acknowledged as
expressions of sympathy. Online condolences may be offered at www.martynfh.com.