Rene St Onge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

Rest in peace Rene.

Condolences to all that were close to him.
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

Any true knowledge that could be shared would be appreciated by the masses. This has to be a freak accident just because we all know the number of riding days this hero had.

I agree, unfortunately only the family and those on the hill know for sure.

It’s sad, so sad. He was a key figure in S&R, promoting the sport and protecting our playgrounds.
 

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He was a big part of the whole community. Everyone who has eaten at the moose has seen his art work and the lookout is yet another show of his true colours. No words can describe the loss.

I agree, unfortunately only the family and those on the hill know for sure.

It’s sad, so sad. He was a key figure in S&R, promoting the sport and protecting our playgrounds.
 

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This is devastating news for the entire community with all that Rene has done!! He's saved lives, Rescued, Promoted and went completely out of his way to do his best for the Sledding Community!! He majorly helped myself and my family when we needed it most!! I am very sad for this today and my thoughts and prayers are with his family especially during this!! RIP Good Sir and keep a watch over us and the rest of the Sledding Community as you have done in the past!! JJ
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

As this is pretty public already as we woundnt release it until it was all over some social media. It was already well known on Facebook then we released it. Rene's parents who are in sicamous wont be notified until tomorrow so please respect there family at this time.
 

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I have met him once only, but this news has left me shaken. Christmas will be very sad this year for the family.
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

One word best describes this guy LEDGEND
he made me the rider I am today. I rode with him for many years even converted me to skidoo.
you’ll be missed (head squirrel) because riding with him is like chasing squirrels through the trees.
RIP condolences
 

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He called Thursday at 6 am alberta time. 5 am bc. We talked for 1.5 hrs about work,wives,lives,rides and some ribbing about my new alpha and riding with me before he gets busy with customers. We were real close for many years. Rip I dare ya. I’m so shocked
 
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Never met the guy but it seems like I know him from all the stories I heard about him. RIP!
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

Remember the famous Money Shot.

money shot.jpg

That is a one an only classic that Rene made with his sled.
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

Very sad news. He was the goto guy when people were in trouble and needed help.
Yes, yes he was
OMG another good friend of mine that i will surely miss. First Dan now Rene, I'm lost for word's, his wife and children that is horrible.
What is happening out there, what happened?



Sorry, RIP my friend
Was just a freak accident
We are hearing different stories about what happened.
What I know is it wasn’t an avalanche.
It’s better to wonder than to spread unconfirmed rumors.
Sorry we don’t have more information.
No Avalanche no

Freak accident, doing what he does, helping others in need
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

R.I.P Rene...condolences to your family.
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

RIP. Condolences to the family and friends.
 

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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

THat's sad news. Only rode with Rene once, and remember him waiting, and waiting, and waiting patiently while a bunch of us flatlanders got their stuff together in the parking lot. Big loss to the sledding community in general. RIP Rene.
 
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Re: Rene StOnge - RIP Dec 9, 2018

I sat up all nite in shock over this. I had to do some verifying to ensure it was true and not one of those jokes u see every now and then.
Me and him we had an issue over some business and i can say he's one of the only men that reached out to make sure it was rite in the end, I have the upmost respect for him.
And hot damn could he ride a snowmobile.
May his legend live on
RIP old friend
 
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