Ron Bannerman already missed

13.11.09

Every Wednesday, Ron Bannerman, Richard Kitto and other volunteers would dispose of at the No. 6 Mine Park at 10 a.m.

They’d work for an hour — mowing grass, raking leaves, cleaning vandalism — before breaking for a cookie or a doughnut and a careful chat before going back to work.

“It was our unspoken commitment that we would continue to work in the park for as long as we could; we wouldn’t discontinue,” said Kitto. “We’d look forward to just going down there.”

Last Wednesday, the two men worked, ate and chatted at the leave for the last time. On Monday, Bannerman died suddenly at his home.

“He’s a fabulous guy — very easy-prevalent — oh heavens, just a great, great guy to work with,” said Kitto.

The No. 6 Heritage Mine Reservation committee is just one example of the work Bannerman did to highlight the history of the Village of Cumberland, where he was born and raised.

He was also very influential, along with his wife Cindy, in the Cumberland beautification committee, Heritage Fair planning committee, developing the factual information boards that line the village’s streets along with other service.

Source: Comox Valley Record