Bosanac, Ned
It is with saddened hearts that the family of Ned Bosanac announce his peaceful passing, surrounded by love, on Thursday October 27, 2022, at the age of 92. Ned is survived by his loving partner of 25 years, Janet MacDonald.
Beloved father of Mike (Janet), Wayne, Judy Rotsaert, Ron (Christine), and Gord (Tammy); stepchildren Jeff and Karen MacDonald; a proud Papa of Jodie, Gerald, Ashley, Tyler (Kathryn), Michael, Alexis, and step-grandchildren Joey and Jesse; great-grandfather of Kellen, Eve and Isla. Ned will be deeply missed by many other family members and friends, especially Larry Woodworth and Betty Bosanac.
He is predeceased by his wife Joan (43 years), his siblings Diane and Walter, and his son-in-law Paul Rotsaert.
Ned’s story is one of perseverance and triumph over adversity. He was born in Hamilton, Ontario, and at the age of 15 contracted Tuberculosis, lost a lung, and both of his parents. He moved forward with his life, living it to the fullest. Family time became most meaningful to him.
Ned learned early on that his success in life would come from self-reliance and hard work, combined with kindness and generosity. His ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit led him to many business endeavours: delivering market fish and live chickens, teaching accounting, owning variety stores, and eventually, as a part owner of Fairview Chrysler Burlington.
Ned had a great sense of humour, loved to tell a story, avidly watched sports, and had a passion for playing golf (a member of The Hamilton Golf and Country Club for over 50 years). He left a memorable impression on all who had the luck to meet him.
The family would like to thank the staff of St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton for their compassionate care.
There will be a private funeral service for immediate family. A Celebration of Life will be held for Ned on Monday November 7, 2022, at the Great Hall of the Hamilton Golf and Country Club, Ancaster, from 5pm to 8pm. Online condolences can be made to www.dermodys.com
Donations in Ned’s memory can be made to the MS Society Hamilton-Halton Chapter.
“We’ve had a Great Ride!” Ned Bosanac 2022