Ralph E. Tannahill

8/10/2016

Ralph E. Tannahill passed away at Grand River Hospital – Freeport Campus Kitchener, Ontario on Wednesday August 10, 2016 in his 70th year.

He is survived by his loving partner Linda Woloshyn and his treasured daughter Shannon and her husband Darryl Nodwell of London. Cherished Papa of Liam Nodwell. Brother of Robert of St. Catharines. Also fondly remembered by Shannon's mother, Pat Tannahill of London. Predeceased by his parents, Don and Anita and his sister Elizabeth.

The family would like to thank Dr. Janet Maceachern, Nurse Susan Steckley and the Grand River Chemo Suites nursing staff for their wonderful care and compassion.

An avid golfer, Ralph loved to travel and played many amazing courses. He was retired from a long and successful career with Bell Canada.

According to Ralph's wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Grand River Regional Cancer Centre. Arrangements entrusted to TRI-CITY CREMATION SERVICES, 1601 River Rd E. Kitchener, Ontario.

Visit Ralph's obituary notice on Facebook.

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Maureen Flynn

8/11/2016 06:20:53 pm

What a wonderful gentle man or gentleman, he was both.
I was my honour to have had him as my boss, my mentor my friend. Many good memories. Rest in peace Ralph.

Marg Leonardo (Duncalf)

8/11/2016 09:18:03 pm

My sincere condolences go out to all those who loved Ralph. I enjoyed working for this kind generous and thoughtful man. I do know how painful it is to lose the most important person in your life and I can only say that it helps to cherish all those treasured memories and talk about him and to him, often. He will be with you in spirit forever.

diana bullard

8/12/2016 09:34:05 am

My deepest condolences Shannon to you and your family. Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are always here for you, Diana B.

Duncan Edgar

8/12/2016 09:43:11 am

Deepest condolences Shannon and family.

John van Esch

8/12/2016 10:35:41 am

Ralph was a beautiful guy, who treated me as part of his family, not just an employee. I will always remember listening to him speak, and seeing him act on behalf of Mar Nethery's family in their time of need. That's who he was; if you fell, he would pick you up. I'll miss ya bigtime Ralph.

Sara Nunn

8/12/2016 10:36:52 am

Shannon, very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Sara

kevin howells

8/12/2016 10:36:58 am

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family Shannon

M Saad

8/12/2016 10:50:33 am

My deepest condolences. May god bless his soul and rest in peace, and give you and the family the strength through this difficult times.
My thoughts are with you...
M. Saad

Michele Renaud

8/12/2016 10:54:37 am

My condolences to you (Shannon) and your family.

Brenda Walker

8/12/2016 11:07:49 am

It was an honor to work with Ralph. A caring, compassionate leader who treated his team like family. He had a zest for life and twinkle in his eyes that will always be remembered. Heaven has received another Angel~ God Bless you Ralph.

Glenn A Pattinson

8/12/2016 12:20:29 pm

Shannon and Darryl, our condolences to you and your family. Marissa, Stone and Glenn

Nancy Edwards

8/12/2016 12:50:42 pm

Shannon I hope it comforts you to know that your grief is shared by all of us who knew your dad. He was a wonderful man and he will be missed greatly.

Carol Cranston

8/12/2016 01:18:52 pm

I was so sad to hear of Ralph's passing. He was a great leader
and always cared for his employees. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Shannon at this difficult time . Rest in peace Ralph , rest in peace.
Carol

Margaret Cadeau

8/12/2016 01:54:26 pm

My Sincere Sympathy...
Ralph will be truly missed. He was a very kind, thoughtful man, who cared.
Our team will cherish the great memories and fun times we shared when we all worked together.

Paul Raines

8/12/2016 01:55:49 pm

Ralph was an amazing and wonderful man. I will always remember the first time our team met Ralph in the building across the street from Riverbend. I was impressed by his friendliness and honesty from that time forward. We were very lucky to have him lead us. My thoughts are with Ralph's friends and family.

Andrea G

8/12/2016 02:17:02 pm

I am soo very honoured that my path crossed with this truly beautiful spirit.
Thank you Ralph !!

Darrell Villemaire

8/12/2016 03:01:06 pm

Ralph was great manager, I always felt he had your back. More importantly, he was a really great guy and an awesome person. Ralph, you will be greatly missed.

John Rakoczi

8/12/2016 07:20:37 pm

As a Bell Construction employee in 1992, I found myself without a boss or anyone that knew me any more. I was transferred to Kitchener where I worked with a ton of great folks and then Ralph took over 295 Philips St and things changed, I can never repay him for his help, I only hope he RIP knowing that he was a great leader and friend. JOHN

Peggy Smith

8/14/2016 08:49:43 am

Linda my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family... I never had the pleasure of working directly with Ralph but our paths did cross once in a while.. The one thing I remember most about him is he always and a smile on his face....

Dillon Black

8/15/2016 08:40:36 am

Ralph always had a smile and kind words whenever I saw him, he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Linda, Shannon and Darryl.

UTS Consultants Inc.

8/16/2016 11:09:20 am

Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Ralph.
He was a friend to many employees here at UTS and will be deeply missed.
We wish you all peace and healing during this difficult time.

Tom Costello

3/16/2023 08:44:47 pm

A great guy. I am saddened to just now hear his passing. He will be remembered by so many of his friends at the old Bell. Rest peacefully old friend.

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