Peacefully on June 5th, 2023 at the Royal Victoria Hospital. Loving husband and best friend of Donna Abel. Dearly loved by his sister Maureen Landry and brother-in-law Clément Grenier. Brother-in-law of Elizabeth and John Hyland. Dear uncle of Eileen and Denise and great-uncle of Ashlyn. Sadly missed by many cousins and friends.
The family wishes to thank the many people who have shown their support during Richard’s illness.
There will be a Celebration of Life held on Sunday June 25th from 2 pm to 5 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 91, 28 rue Ste-Anne, Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Eulogies will begin at 3 pm. Internment will be held on Saturday August 12th at Ste-Clotilde-de-Horton Cemetery at 12:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Voluntas Commemoration Inc.
Richard est décédé paisiblement le 5 juin 2023 à l’Hôpital Royal Victoria. Époux bien-aimé et meilleur ami de Donna Abel. Très aimé de sa soeur Maureen Landry et de son beau-frère Clément Grenier. Beau-frère d’Elizabeth et John Hyland. Cher oncle d’Eileen et Denise et grand-oncle d’Ashlyn. Richard laisse également dans le deuil de nombreux cousins et amis.
La famille tient à remercier les nombreuses personnes qui ont manifesté leur soutien durant la maladie de Richard.
Il y aura une célébration de la vie le dimanche 25 juin de 14h à 17h à la Légion royale canadienne, filiale 91, 28 rue Ste-Anne, Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. Les éloges commenceront à 15 h. L’inhumation aura lieu le samedi 12 août au cimetière Ste-Clotilde-de-Horton à 12h30.
Au lieu de fleurs, des dons à l’association caritative de votre choix seraient appréciés.
Les arrangements funéraires ont été confiés à Voluntas commémoration inc.
Valerie Forgetta
June 9, 2023 at 7:23 amNo words can express how sorry I am for your loss. I know how much you loved your best friend. May Rick rest in peace and be forever in your memories.
Donna
June 9, 2023 at 8:47 amThank you so much Valerie. It is friends like you that are making this whole thing bearable.
Maureen Landry
June 9, 2023 at 11:54 amMay you rest in Peace my brother Richard. I love you.
Mary & John & family
June 9, 2023 at 9:47 amDonna, our deepest condolences go out to you, your family, and Rick’s family. We know how very much you will miss him. Sending love and strength your way.
Bill & Heather Hyde
June 9, 2023 at 12:12 pmDonna, our thoughts are with you. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and Rick’s loved ones. Take care, sending hugs and love your way
Margot Lamarre
June 9, 2023 at 3:51 pmMes plus sincères condoléances à Donna et aux familles endeuillées ainsi que tous les ami(e)s que Rick laisse derrière lui. J’espère de tout cœur que tu sauras traverser ce deuil dans la sérénité Donna, son empreinte est à jamais dans ton cœur et les souvenirs heureux sont impérissables. Courage!
Roger Landry
June 9, 2023 at 7:45 pmMon cher cousin Richard……que de beaux souvenirs de jeunesses qui partent avec toi….j’en demeure plein de tristesse !! Donna et Maureen je vous présente mes plus sincères condoléances…..courage dans ces durs moments !! Mon coeur est avec vous !!!
Nancy & Matt
June 9, 2023 at 9:25 pmGood night, sweet prince,/And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.’
Joan & Ellis
June 11, 2023 at 11:32 amDear Donna, my deepest sympathies to you and the family on the sad loss of your beloved Richard. May he rest in peace. Sincerely Joan Ellis
Gary & Debbie Boston Bowden
June 11, 2023 at 11:53 amDear Donna & all the family,
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your dear Richard. We pray for strength to carry you through the days ahead and finding comfort that Richard is no longer suffering. May your cherished memories live on forever your hearts & akways an Angel by your sides ♥️
mark Waters
June 11, 2023 at 5:34 pmRick was a good man and a good friend. I have many fond memories about him.
Peter Trzebiatowski ,Marguerite Tousignant
June 11, 2023 at 6:14 pmPlease accept our sympathies for your loss. Friends of Elizebeth and John
Maxeen Jolin
June 12, 2023 at 12:05 pmDear Donna, Please accept my deepest sympathies. I know how much Richard, your soul mate, meant to you. May his memory bring you comfort and strength during this incredibly difficult time.
Colleen Copping
June 12, 2023 at 12:50 pmDear Donna please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loving husband. Sending you love & peace during this difficult time. <3
Eileen Kelly
June 12, 2023 at 1:23 pmDearest Donna
My deepest sympathies to you and you family. It is never easy to find the right words at a time like this. The love you shared and your bond will be with you always. May Richard rest in peace.
Hélène Grenier
June 12, 2023 at 10:00 pmSincères condoléances
Bernard Lapointe
June 13, 2023 at 11:32 amDonna, my sincere sympathies for your loss to you, your family and Richard’s family.
Markela Zyglakis
June 13, 2023 at 3:16 pmDear Donna, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your husband. May Richard rest in peace.
Robert Stocker
June 13, 2023 at 8:23 pmDonna, my deepest condolences to you for your loss. I too lost my spouse ( 2 years ago). It will take time to feel some semblance of normalcy. Remember that you will sometimes open the door to grief on purpose – just to remind yourself how much you loved your partner.
Diane Giduck
June 14, 2023 at 5:31 pmDear Donna, My deepest condolences for your loss, to your family and Richards.
Marielle Hébert Stowe
June 15, 2023 at 6:31 pmMes voeux sincères a son épouse ainsi qu’à sa soeur Maureen et la famille Landry nos pensées sont avec vous.
Betty Smith
June 16, 2023 at 9:28 amDear Donna: My sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Richard, he will be dearly missed by family & friends. Saddest regards, Betty Smith
betty smith
June 16, 2023 at 9:30 amDear Donna: My sincere condolences.
Jackie Docherty
June 16, 2023 at 2:30 pmDear Donna….Please accept my sympathy for your loss of Rick. God Bless You and your Families. Jackie Docherty
barry sheehy
June 18, 2023 at 11:57 amDonna,
I am so very sorry I cannot join you at Rick’s celebration of life but circumstances prevent me. Rick was a towering figure both in his physical presence and his spirit. With Rick you always knew where you stood. He never beat around the bush or sugar coated his views. When Rick told you what he thought about an issue or decision the signal was clear and unambiguous…like being hit by a locomotive. I was on the receiving end of a few of his lessons in truth telling…and am a better man for it. We will all miss him, especially his moral strength and clarity. We are better people for having known him. I look back on our service together as a wonderful, magical time in our lives.
Barry
Gilles Landry et Madeleine Tanguay
June 23, 2023 at 11:39 amMes plus sincères condoléances à tous les proches de Richard.
Mona Kamel
June 23, 2023 at 1:11 pmNo words can express how sorry I am for your loss. I know how much you loved your best friend. May Rick rest in peace and be forever in your memories.
Livia Nssivera
June 25, 2023 at 10:48 amDear Donna, my sincerest condolences at this very difficult time. I know you will miss him terribly, but I am sure you will be consoled by the many happy memories and the good life you shared over these many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Abel
July 2, 2023 at 11:35 amMes sincères remerciements pour tous vos gentils messages.
I wish to express my sincere thanks for all of your kind messages.
Dianne Byberg Manaster
July 13, 2023 at 3:34 pmDonna, I’m so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences, and hopes that you are comforted by the love of family and friends.
Donna Abel
August 1, 2023 at 11:34 amThank you Dianne.