With sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Ronald Gordon Kemp, age 63, in Stratford on June 1, 2017. Ron attended Stratford Central Secondary and graduated with a masters in Social Work from Western University. He enjoyed teaching, reading, sports and travelling. Ron is survived by his wife Kanlaya Srijumphon, sister Debora Hinz, nephew Tyler Hinz, niece Katrina Cook and her husband Joe, great-nephew Keegan and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Ron was predeceased by his loving parents, Gordon Kemp and Jean (Gordon), brother-in-law Dennis Hinz and niece Amber Dawn Hinz. Cremation has taken place. A family graveside service will be conducted at a future date. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice through the James A. Rutherford Funeral Home (519-271-5062). Online condolences at www.jarfh.com.
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