Ronald Joseph Evert Palmateer was the second child of Herbert and Ethel Palmateer. He was born on June 14, 1926 in Englehart, Ontario.

On his 24th birthday, Ronald married Esther Toye. They had eight children - Barb, John, Randy, Joe, Bill, Richard, Sue and Shirley.

For over 20 years Ronald worked for Trans Canada Pipelines.

"He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humour, love of family, and his passion for his 700 acre farming business." - from obituary -www.mcdonaldfuneralhome.ca

When Ronald died of Leukemia on May 5, 2015 he left behind his wife, eight children, 22 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. He was the last of his siblings to die.