August 8, 1925 – September 24, 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ron Butlin at the age of 89 years at his home in Victoria BC. Ron will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Cheryl Caulder and Allison Carlin; grandchildren Joe, Shara and Brent and great grandchildren Machayla and Jackson. He was predeceased by wife Shirley and siblings Hazel, Frank and Noel. He will be missed by many relatives, associates and dear friends. Ron had a dynamic and successful career and was a positive and motivating force in all of his endeavours. His list of accomplishments include; owner/manager of a management consulting firm, founding member and first President of the Calgary Booster Club, owner/manager of Calgary Spurs hockey team, Chief Administrator of the Western Hockey League, Director of Team Canada ’72 in the Canada/Russia hockey series, original Chairman and Managing Director of the Alberta Summer and Winter Games, BC Summer and Winter Games and Washington State Games. For the past 22 years of his life he was Chairman of the Victoria Festival Society staging the Annual Santa Claus and Victoria Day Parade as well as serving on numerous advisory boards, managing political campaigns and volunteering his time and skills endlessly.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Uplands Golf Club on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Victoria Hospitals Foundation, Wilson Block – 1952 Bay Street, Victoria, BC V8R 1J8. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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Bernie Pascall
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Carolyn (Lynn) Lepage I’m sadden to have heard of uncle Ron’s passing. He was my favourite uncle. I remember all the fantastic times we had when I was a kid. He took me to many events, mostly sports events. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family especially daughters Allison and Cheryl. God be with you through this very sad time. Cousin Lynn
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Melanie Mahlman An extraordinary man with energy, a passion for life and our community and the ability to inspire people to action. He will be missed greatly. The Victoria Hospital Foundation is deeply touched to be remembered by Ron & his family and friends.
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Keith Fraser I have had the pleasure of working with Ron For 14 years on the Victoria Day parade … The last 10 as Head Judge of the bands. A wonderful gentleman . I will always treasure our time together . Did we always agree? Hell no! But we held a healthy respect for one another . Dear Ron….I will carry on and promise to continue your dedication to Victoria . You have taught me well I will continue to carry out your dreams . I love you Ron. Keith Fraser
We are saddened by the passing of Ron. Our association with the BC Games and Ron extended over 20 BC Games. It was a wonderful friendship that continued with regular phone calls to keep in touch. His imprint on sports and other events were most impressive.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Bernie & Judy Pascall