Our beloved Mike died on August 6, 2025, with wife Jennifer at his side. Mike is survived by his children, who were the absolute joy of his life, Chloe, Macy, Sadie and Clint, parents Lonnie and Marlene, brother Steve (Kerry), parents-in-law Don and Susan, who loved him as a son, sister-in-law Marcie, nieces and nephews Taiga, Toni, Ryan, Adam and Mckenzie, and many close friends. Mike was born July 28, 1975, and was a lifelong resident of the Saanich Peninsula. Mike and Jen married in 1998 and loved the life they built together. Mike’s family was his focus and what mattered to him most was spending time with and talking with his children. Mike would be found at every one of their sports games, band performances, and dance recitals. Mike is immensely proud of his children and the people they have grown to be. He was happy to recently celebrate his 50th birthday surrounded by family. Mike’s strength, intelligence, love, humour, sense of fun, and generosity will long be remembered. He had an incredible memory for people, places, and events. Mike had many interests throughout his life and a wide circle of friends. He spent time camping, hunting, fishing, and always enjoyed a drive or road trip. He played baseball and rugby in younger years and dirt-biked from a young age. Mike also liked to golf, curl, and looked forward to a game of poker. Mike took pride in his work as a commercial plumber and gasfitter, spending his entire career in the family business Deep Cove Plumbing & Gas Ltd. Thank you for the outstanding and compassionate care from Dr. Liebscher, Dr. McGhie, who supported him at BC Cancer, and the wonderful team at Royal Jubilee Hospital Palliative Care.
Mike you are dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
Service to be determined at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Jamie
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Laura Hatt Dear Jen, Chloe,Macy, Sadie and Clint
We are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great person who was always up for a fun time. He had a great sense of humour. We shared many laughs around the campfire over the years. It was clear how much he loved you all. Our thoughts are with you all during this incredibly difficult time.
Love,
Laura, Todd and LuLe
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Angie Iorio So sorry for you loss My deepest condolences to all the Richards family. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time
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Rick, Cindy and Kyle Johnson Our deepest condolences to the Richards family. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss
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Christine Penwarn We spent many happy times with Lonnie, Marlene and boys when our kids were small. Mike was a fun loving boy who grew up to be a wonderful father and family man.
I am deeply sorry for your loss Jen, children and all family members, may you find comfort in the love of family and friends.
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Cindy Heppell Dearest Sadie and family,
We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your dad, Mike. Although we did not know him well, we think the world of you! We hope that the love and support of family and friends makes this sad time just a little easier for all of you. Much love from the Heppells.
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Heather Stretch Sending you our deepest condolences and remembering happy times at the ball field.
Love from Heather, Lamont, and Levi (and his brothers)
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Lyndell Lyndell (ASL)
Here’s to all the years working with on commercial projects with Deepcove Plbg & Gas Ltd, then catching you at the Waddling Dog enjoying a cold one with your brother. The bond you share with your family is second to none, and you always said “family is #1”
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jen and your family
You will be missed
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Shannon Johnsen So sorry to hear this. I’m thinking of you all at this sad time. I remember seeing Mike around the rink – always a friendly smile with a chat- cheering on his kids.
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Charlene Rozon Thinking of your family during this difficult time. I’m so sorry for your families loss.
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Rossato Family Our deepest condolences to the Richards family. We share your grief and send you warm hugs.
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Vergie C.Caasi Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the bereaved family. May His soul rest in peace. Fly high Mike you are now with your Creator no more pain. To Jenn and kids be strong guys always remember everything happens for a reason, God is in control.
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Laura Cairns Dear Jen, Chloe,Macy, Sadie and Clint
Mike has been a dear friend from our younger years and on. It is an honour to have known him. What we remember most is his mischievous sense of humour, and always having a smile on his face.
He was so very proud of his family and it showed.
He was an incredible hardworking tradesman, we can remember driving by him in his Deep Cove Plumbing truck always with a smile and a wave.
He will be sorely missed.
We share in your heartbreak.
Sending love to you all
Love Brad and Laura Cairns
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Darren Cairns Remembering Mike with happy memories. Lots of laughs and fun fishing and hunting and seeing him over the years at functions.
We offer our deepest condolences to Jen and the kids.
Love from Darren and Alison Cairns
Jen, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and the kids and the entire Richards and Petford families. Mike was such a great guy, loved by so many. He clearly lived for his family and fought as long as he could. May he rest in peace.