Rick was a friend during our youthful days at Lake McDonald. I was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing at this young age. My condolences to the family.

Lesley (MacKenzie) Taylor

To Rita and family – we were shocked and saddened to hear of “Shag’s” death – we knew him so well in his young days as he and our Rick were always good friends.

Rick did not hear of this until it was too late to attend the 11th “Celebration” – he sends his deepest sympathy, as we all do.

The Holmes’ Joy, Merle, Bob, Rick and Ted

My condolences to Ricks family. I had the good fortune to meet Rick when I worked as a District Manager with the Calgary Sun. Rick was always cheerful, helpful and I am glad that I knew him.

Rick had such a strong presence in life..our paths crossed many times, sharing in family events, times of laughter and fun, over the many years of friendship with Donna and the Shaughnessy family..now, we share in your pain and grieve with you..

Our sympathies,

Lois Forster

Lyanna Lazanis

Flora Evangelista

Mrs. Shaughnessy, Diane, Donna, Ronnie.

I am so very sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences in this very sad time. I hope to see you all this summer.

All my love, Heather. xoxox

It is with great sadness that I learned of Rick’s sudden passing. My heartfelt sympathy for you, Megan, Kendra, Kyle, and Dylan. It will be a very hard loss for you, but I trust that you will be able to grieve together with the sure knowledge that his life made a difference to many people, including myself. Rick’s passion for adventure and recreation encouraged many people to pursue special things in life and his love for you children was never in doubt. May your faith be strong at this time and your memories sustain you through the dark hours that come with grief and loss. Once again, my deepest sympathy, Velma Noble, Cochrane, AB.

Dear Meagan, Kendra, Kyle, Dylan, Rita,

Donna, Diane, Ron, and families:

Thinking of you at this very sad and difficult time, with Rick’s sudden passing away. Rick was a great guy, and loved his family, friends, and sports. Wesley and I have lots of great memories of Rick, and enjoyed the times when we’d all get together with Meagan, Kendra, Kyle and Dylan.

May your special and good memories of Rick help you, with time.

Lori Smehoff & Wesley Lepine

To all the family our sincere condolences. We loved Rick. He was a great guy and great nephew. He will always be in our hearts.

Uncle Lorne, Aunt Aline and Ross.

My sincere condolences to Rick’s family. We played many a round of golf together, and plenty of hockey against each other. His competitive edge will be missed. I will remember him always being a true gentleman.

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Rick. I have many fond memories of growing up in Lachine and having Rick as a friend. He will be missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sadness

With deepest sympathy

Derek Suttie