Ralph Backman
Died: April 12, 2019 | Place: University Hospital, London
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BACKMAN, Ralph Roger…
Passed away on Friday, April 12, 2019 in his 82nd year at University Hospital, London. He was the loving husband of Susan (nee Speight) for 22 years. He is survived by his children Nancy Backman (Jean-Stephan) and Brent Backman (Sarah) and Susan’s children Elizabeth Hubbell (the late Curt), Jennifer Badhwar (Vinay) and Christine Cottrell (John). He was the proud, loving, involved and supportive Papa to Mike Vallieres, Caitlyn & Taylor Backman, Sydney & Jack Hubbell, Isabella & Evan Badhwar, and Ava & Katie Cottrell and he leaves countless wonderful memories with them. He will be missed by his brothers Mel and Alfred and his sisters Barbara and Beverly and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his brother Howard. Ralph was a member of the Royal Canadian Navy and retired from Labatt’s Canada where he was recognized for his role as Director of Engineering and Director of Health and Safety. Cremation has taken place. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Divine Roman Catholic Church, 390 Baseline Road West, London on Monday, April 22, 2019 at 11 am with visitation one hour prior (10-11 am). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Susan & Family _ we were saddened to learn of Ralph’s passing. May you find comfort in knowing that we share in your grief. Sorry we cannot be with you as we are out of the country.
Susan
Dick and I wish to extend our condolences to you and your family. We always enjoyed the company of Ralph and have fond memories.
Susan, Lachlan and I are saddened to read of Ralph’s passing. It’s been a long, arduous journey for you both. May it be of some aid to know others hold you in thought and prayer.
So sorry for your loss, Brent (and Sarah and girls).
Susan and family, we are so sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. Both of you have been in our thoughts over the past several months. We have fond memories of golf games and dinners together. RIP
An extraordinary life and man. Only in his passing did I realize he was as much a big brother as he was an uncle.
So many fond memories.
He was much loved and will be so deeply missed.
Dear Susan & Family
It’s hard to find the words to say but we’re so sorry to hear that Ralph has passed away. Our sincere condolences to your family and you. May your memories help pull you through. With heartfelt sympathy Robin & Bob (Labatt pensioners)
Sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing, condolences to the family
Our sincere condolences to the Backman family. Ralph was a key member of the Labatt Engineering family for many years and was a class gentleman. He always won the prize as the “best-dressed” in the office!……….May Ralph RIP!
How can we not smile when we think of Uncle Ralphie. He always took an interest in our lives and when we were together it was great memories being made. As an Uncle they just didn’t come better. He’ll always be with us.
I am so sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. My sincere condolences to his family.