Famous Graves: RON TABAK Prism

His tragic connection to Dorothy Stratten. Singer Ron Tabak from the band Prism died tragically on Christmas Day.
Jean-Claude Van Couver vlogs are independently produced and not endorsed by the included cemeteries. Please visit cemeteries only during open hours, ensure safe physical distancing, and follow posted protocols. Local cemeteries should be honoured and respected.
Images courtesy of public domain searches and are copyright of their respective owners; they are utilized herein for commentary and reference under "fair use." Please contact us with any copyright concerns if you feel the use of your property does not meet the conditions of "fair use."
Copyright: JCVC Productions 2023
Written & Produced by Jean-Claude Van Couver
Subscription button art by Vancouver artist Laura Zerebeski: laurazee.com/

[@myramoran8847]

I met Ron in Little mountain Studios. He was so nice. Quite a sense of humour. Glad I met him

[@ocnblizzard4764]

Nice to see a recent story about a Canadian legend, forgotten by many. Prizm, Queen City Kids, Toronto, Orphan, April Wine, Trooper to name a few. I know, everyone is asking "What about Rush, Triumph etc.? Everyone hears and remembers the big acts..."

[@cocoanutpomeranian7987]

I worked for the American record label (Ariola) that distributed and promoted Prism. Spent a lot of time with the band while they toured and Ron was always great to work with and always ready for whatever was next. Such a terrible loss.

[@stevejensenmusic6380]

and my Granny and Grandad are buried here as well .. which reminds me . I need to put some flowers down on their Grave .. ..

[@aquariusdebra]

I remember when that happened, so sad . Merry Christmas Jean Claude 🎄🎅🏻💜

[@jcvancouver]

Merry Christmas Debra. 🎄

[@user-wf1ch9ci4t]

I''ve known Ron's family since we were kids. His nephew, Jesse Dryfhout, was equally talented and was in the band Stabilo. Horrible tragedy for his family, especially at this time of year. I'll never forget it.

[@jcvancouver]

Thank you for watching and remembering Ron. Everyone who met him says he was class all the way.

[@anthonys3631]

I have a hard time really believing what really truly happened to him on that fateful night? I met Ron and partied with him and the band in Edmonton a long time ago. Super nice person. Do you or the family not believe the VPD laid a beating into him while in custody? I really think they did. What are your thoughts?

[@gaylehilton2805]

I was friends with Ron for over 12 years. Really enjoyed this video as it told the actual facts of what happened on that fateful night! I have visited Ron's resting place many times with many tears. Christmas changed for me forever when this tragedy happened. Ron will always be remembered and thought of on Christmas day by myself and all those who truly loved him.

[@jcvancouver]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment. 👏 I’m very sorry for your loss.

[@anthonys3631]

I have a hard time believing the story as to what really happened to him? I think the Vancouver police laid a beating into him just like they did Myles Gray and many others and that led to the blood clot in his head and he eventually succumbed to his injuries. The VPD were known to do this kind of stuff back in the day and get away with it. I met Ron In Edmonton and partied with him. Super nice guy. I know a few of the Old Trooper band members and have run this scenario past the bassist whom I know. He agrees with me. What are your guys thoughts? Cheers.

[@paulman246]

Thx for the video! Great to see you back.

[@jcvancouver]

Thank you for watching Paul. You’re a good man. Top of the season to you my friend. 👍👍

[@rockandperception2]

Thank-you for this Video, Jean. I Appreciate it. Good you're Remembering Ron. Merry Christmas, to you.

[@jcvancouver]

Merry Christmas my friend. Thank you for your kind words.

[@reddog6399]

Merry Christmas JCVC. Your content is always so informative and well done. Looking forward to more of your top notch content in 2024.

[@jcvancouver]

Thank you for your kind message my friend. Merry Christmas 🎄🙂

[@1SeanBond]

So very glad to see you! friend.We sure Appreciate you and the amazing content you post.We have missed you Bro & so very much,as you are the only fella on Vancouver's history we trust & is so well articulated with all!🤝🏼 Love & Peace to you and your family during the holiday season. 💛✌🏼🎉 What a cool band Prism! I went to Capitol Hill elementary school. Around 78-79 one of my friends lived "on Capitol Hill" in BBY B.C( a truly classy area) and her neighbor was no other then a Member of the Band Prism. She had somehow got a few of us to sit in on a practice in the house! lol JCVC! my first live experience of a real band! I had no idea how loud Amplified instruments could be as I only had Amplified headphones! (All my mother would allow lol thinking about it me too.😊) They even had a cool deep discussion with us like they were seriously interested in what we had to say. I will never forget the band! That I first heard Live Rock & Roll from🤘🏼. Rip⚘ Ron Tabak.

[@jcvancouver]

That is incredible Sean! I like to learn about cool history but you lived it my friend. Thank you for sharing. A very Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful family. Best wishes for a safe and healthy new year. 👏👍👍🇨🇦🎄

[@batwithglasses]

Merry Christmas JCVC!..Great to hear your voice again!..kinda like dejavu all over again. I do hope you're doing well. This is always a tough time of year. Miss ya man😊

[@jcvancouver]

Merry Christmas my dear friend. Thank you for your message. 🎄👏🙂

[@charles-dq9sp]

You did well to honor, like Bonnie he didn't have his best chance to finish his career, thanks Charles

[@SuperPutzPutz]

😢 OMG I didn't even know he passed away!

[@stevehanes1268]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year JCVC!

[@jcvancouver]

Merry Christmas Steve. 🎄🎄🎄👍

[@s4dreamland671]

Tell us more about.. what you’re thinking … my understanding is he was hit by the passenger side wide towing mirror of a white Ford Pickup.. and the vehicle took off likely drunk .. so …. left for dead …hit and run.

[@caseylee2394]

Ron Tobak R.I.P. I'm thinking to myself: Connected to double murder victim Dorothy Stratton. Cover Girl. 🤔 Dies suspiciously at Royal Columbian .... Bicycle "accident" then taken to hospital. Altercation with police. Found unresponsive in jail. "Dies" in hospital. Who's the friend in Kits that was EXPECTING him? 🦝