Obituary of Richard Ernest POIRIER

June 28, 1962 – February 22, 2012 Richard Ernest Poirier beloved husband of Brenda and loving father of Mathew, Stephanie (Chris) and Taylor of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at the age of 49 years. Richard was passionate about geology, Boy Scouts of Canada, his church, cooking and family. He lived life to the fullest and had a larger than life personality. Richard is survived by his parents Hank and Sylvia; his siblings, Cindy (Will), Ken (Sandy) and Michele (Mark); grandson Michael; and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Richard’s Life will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (703 Heritage Drive S.W.) on Monday, February 27, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. In Celebration of Richard’s “Joie de Vivre”, please wear a smile. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to Calgary Trust – Adult Addiction Services Area, Suite 800, 11012 MacLeod Trail, Calgary, AB. T2J 6A5, Telephone: (403) 943-0615, www.thetrust.ca . In living memory of Richard Poirier, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.