In Memory Of

Ronald "Ron" Edward McKenzie

Aug 9, 1955 - Nov 25, 2024

Service

Thursday, December 5, 2024
2:00 pm
St. Matthew Catholic Church
5208 53 Ave.
Rocky Mountain House, Alberta

Notice

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Obituary

It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald “Ron” McKenzie announces his sudden passing away on November 25, 2024, in the surroundings he loved at the age of 69 years.

Ronald Edward McKenzie was born August 9, 1955, to Mildred and Edward McKenzie. He was the oldest of nine children. He attended school at Rocky Mountain House Jr./Sr. High School where he was a straight A student. At a young age he explored a career in the oilfield & rodeos, but his true calling was the family outfitting business, McKenzie’s Trail West. This is where he honed his skills as a hunter and became one of the best-known sheep guides in the country, mentoring many local guides along the way.

He married Laurie Schochenmaier and was especially proud of his son, Eddy and his daughter Shyla who both shared his love of hunting and horses. He was a guide for the world record Bighorn Sheep in 2001. He continued to manage the family business from 1995 until 2013, when Ron then decided to step aside for the younger generation to take it over.

One of his many talents was the ability to fix almost anything with minimal resources. He spent his last few years as the heartbeat of the David Thompson Resort west of Nordegg. He lived and died in the North Saskatchewan valley that he loved so much.

He is survived by his loving wife Laurie, his son Eddy McKenzie; his daughter Shyla Christensen and grandchildren Wyatt and Cassidy; his brothers Tom (Tracy), Randy (Lana), Darren (Angela) McKenzie; sisters Tricia Dahms, Bonnie (Gil) Perreault, Linda (Scott) Collingson, Shelley (Kelly) Schenk and sister in-law Sandi McKenzie. He will be missed by numerous family, friends and acquaintances.

He is predeceased by his parents Mildred & Edward McKenzie; brother Russell; niece Nicole McKenzie and brother-in-law Evan Dahms.

A Memorial Mass will be held at the St. Matthew Church Catholic Parish 5208 53 Ave, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 2 pm.

Condolences may be forwarded to www.rockyfuneralhome.ca.
Rocky and Sylvan Lake Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements.

Condolences

Patricia Brewer :

So many wonderful memories, so many stories to share. My deepest heartfelt condolences to my dear friend Laurie, Ron's son, Eddie, daughter Shyla and all of his family. Ron's passing will leave a huge hole in the hearts of everyone who knew him. The Rockies and DTR will never be the same. Rest in Paradise Ron, aka The Mountain Man, Sheriff and friend. I hope they have good horses, tall mountains, trails and streams to ride.

Pat Ironside :

My condolences to Ron’s Family. Remember all the special memories. He was a wonderful man.

Ernest Closs:

My condolences to the McKenzie family

Neil & Gloria McDonald :

So sad to hear of Ron’s passing, he was such a great guy and we always enjoyed our past visits with him. Our sincere condolences to Eddy and to Ron’s family.

Wendy and Ron Killick:

We have always enjoyed our friendship which goes back 30 plus years . Ron , when we were neighbours we spent many hours in the off season watching you devote your time to Eddie and watching you progress through the years . Then you came to our rescue across the road and never once were we concerned that our best interests were not being looked after .your mark on this earth will be always remembered in a positive vein by us . Thanks for sharing your time with us . Wendy and Ron Killick

Rose Cretney & Bob Cretney:

Sorry for your loss, RIP Ron

Craig and Michelle Berger:

Condolences to all Ron's family and friends. Ron was a lot of fun to be with. Tough, caring and whole hearted human. May he rest in peace

Ross Harder:

My sincere condolences to the family.

Stan & Brenda Nicolay:

Our sincere condolences.

Tom & Rena Stewart:

So sorry for the Loss of a great gentleman, Please accept our Condolences to the family.

Shayne Cretney:

Sorry for your loss

mel brown:

Condolences to all family, Ron was a great friend, cowboy and heck of a guy. Will be missed by so many

Michael Kragt & Family:

Our condolences to Laurie, Eddy and Shyla and the entire family. We will forever cherish the wonderful memories of our moments with Ron.
Driving Rocky Mountaineer guests to visit the ranch was the highlight of thousands of people from all around the world for many years.
We'll miss you Ron!

Robyne Wachter:

Sincerely sorry for your loss. Sending love to you and the family.

Julie & Ray Drummond:

Heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Sylvia Achter:

Very sincere heartfelt condolences. Prayers up for all family and friends.

Chinook:

Sending much love to all of Ron's beloved family. Ron and Laurie's wedding was a definite highlight of those of us noisy neighbours across the hwy that summer. Rest in Peace, Ron.

Donna Tomlinson & Thelma Lewis:

Our family would like to extend our Sincerest Condolences to your family in your loss. Ron was a good friend to our family.

Casey and Wendy Coe:

Please accept our deepest condolences . My heart is breaking for you , and I am deeply saddened by this irreplaceable loss . Know we care , and know we wish we could be there for you . Our hearts are breaking for ALL of you .

Shelley and Merle Olin:

Condolences to all the family. Ron will be greatly missed. He leaves behind a huge hole, and for his family, I'm sure it's even huger. Prayers that God will comfort and sustain you at this time of grief. Sorry we won't be able to make it to the funeral, but sending our love. I, Shelley, have many good memories of Ron. He was a dear friend.

Loyal Ma:

Sorry for your family’s loss our condolences.

Peggy Bensmiller:

Condolences to the family

Judy Lang:

My partner, Dave Kellet was from Ontario & had come out to Alberta to hunt with Ron’s dad. Dave became friends with the McKenzie boys, Ron and Russ. They hunted & visited over the years. I met Ron in 2002. Dave & I visited Ron through the summer months & would stay out at his place. We would visit & enjoy some venison & have a few laughs. We would pack in & ride up Coral Creek & camp at the Hearts & Diamonds for a few days. Many stories were shared with Ron & Dave. Condolences to Laurie, Eddy & Family.
R.I.P. Ron

Stephane Tremblay - Alberta French Festival:

From all of us, The sheriff will be missed. He as a friend and a great man. I'll miss making pancake with you buddy. Condolence to all the family and friends he has left behind.

Denise Turcotte:

I am so sorry to the family for your loss. My deepest sympathies.

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