Randy Ranville
RANDALL “RANDY” RANVILLE
September 20, 1950 – August 22, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce that Randy passed away on August 22nd, 2024 at Riverview Health Centre, at the age of 73.
He is predeceased by his father Emile; mother Mary; siblings, Brian, Gordon, Rene, Valerie, and Delphine; along with many close friends. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Donna; children, Rhonda (Jim) and Melanie (Jesse); grandchildren, Anora, Casey, and Violet; as well as his siblings, Stirling, Wally, Errol, Don, Norman, and Donna; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Randy was born in Winnipeg and moved to Eddystone, Manitoba as a baby where he lived until he was 19. His family returned to Winnipeg and moved in next door to the Ham family, where he met his future wife, Donna. They were married in November of 1971 and started their family in 1974.
Randy was a journeyman carpenter and most of his future work involved his trade to some degree, including Property Standards Inspector for the City of Winnipeg. He became a member of the Manitoba Metis Federation in the early days of the MMF and was a proud member his entire life, as well as chairman of the Winnipeg North Local for many years. He completed Metis genealogies for numerous applicants to the MMF, retiring in 2015.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved going for long walks with his wife and best friend, Donna. People often commented that they had seen Randy and Donna walking all over the North part of the city. After his retirement, Randy spent a lot of his free time carving soapstone. Many of his family and friends are fortunate enough to have pieces of his artwork as he gifted more than he sold.
The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Riverview Health Centre for their care and compassion shown to Randy during his stay there.
Randy’s celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 603 Wellington Crescent at Academy Road (Unitarian Church). Reception to follow.
Randy’s family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by watching the photo-biography above. Please, also consider sharing your own photos, memories, and stories by making use of the comment section on this page.
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Del Hines (cousin) Calgary
September 20, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Rest well Randy. The last time I saw you at the McGregor office you were so happy to see me and help me with my questions. You had a good run in life now, it's time to rest in peace with your family and the angels! Condolences to the family!
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James Norlen
September 20, 2024 at 4:25 AM
Pictures were his display of his carvings at the human rights museum 2015
James Norlen
September 20, 2024 at 4:22 AM
You'll Be greatly missed my friend. Pictures were his display of his carvings at the human rights museum 2015. and i'll always cherish my owl christmas present from that year.
Wayne Inkster
September 12, 2024 at 12:37 PM
Rest well Randy. When I first moved to Winnipeg, you were instrumental in both connecting me with Winnipeg MMF and in working further on my genealogy. I loved stopping by the office on McGregor to see you and have a chat.
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Madelaine Murphy/Dave Heesaker and Family
September 11, 2024 at 12:49 PM
We were saddened to hear of Randy's passing. Our condolences to Donna and all his family. Time was too short. Thank you Randy for all your love and support! You were a blessing and a joy!
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Thomas Hiebert
September 6, 2024 at 8:16 PM
My condolences to the Ranville family especially Don and errol. Prayers Thomas Hiebert (vital transit).
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Darryl
September 6, 2024 at 12:26 PM
Thanks for all u did on the Earth , And all the help u gave to me with my Metis Genealogie.When ever i saw you you were always pleasant and share a laugh and handshake you earned your wings thats for sure Soar high my Friend
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Liliane Gunderson
September 5, 2024 at 9:11 PM
I met Randy and Donna at His Mothers Home ..Randy and Donna were very Friendly and thanked me for taking care of His Mother Mary ...I went to see Him at Riverview and held his hand while talking to him .,then a warm hug before leaving
.My Heart goes out to Donna and His Family May Our Creator always keep Him in His loving arms
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Brian Monkman
September 5, 2024 at 7:49 PM
I will miss my buddy Randy..we took Carpentry together at RRCC....had some good times at different bars..loved his smokes....Br.Ian Monkman ❤️🦅🙏🏾
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Susan Agland
September 5, 2024 at 7:41 PM
Beautiful tribute to Randy. My condolences to Randys family
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Grant Fleury
September 5, 2024 at 4:49 PM
You are going to missed my friend. Condolences to Donna and the Ranville family. Fly high brother ♾️🦅♾️
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Sharon Parenteau
September 5, 2024 at 4:43 PM
Beautiful tribute. Randy did great work for our people.
Condolences to Donna and the family. ❤️♾️❤️
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Dwayne
September 5, 2024 at 4:09 PM
An awesome man to know rest in peace my friend we had some good times in our earlier years of getting to know you.up in Eddystone. Gonna miss you a whole bunch.
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Yvette Spence (cousin)
September 5, 2024 at 4:07 PM
To Randy's beautiful family, I send my deepest condolences. Randy you will be missed. You were more than a cousin to me, you were my friend and you never failed to make me laugh when we saw eachother. Donna and family, take care. RIP Rski 🙏
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