STRONG, Richard Malcolm passed away in Victoria on May 28, 2009. He was born in Timmins, Ontario April 15, 1940. Survived by his loving wife of 43 years Huguette; daughter Leeanne Baird (Brian); sons William (Kim Strong), Richard (Petra Strong) and Dwayne; grandchildren Benjamin, Daniel, Emma, Jessica, Malcolm; brother Donald and affectionate family companion Sprig. Rick was an avid outdoorsman who excelled at Trap Shooting and was a permanent fixture at Fisherman’s Warf. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather that will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew him.
Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Andrew’s Cathedral Parish, Blanshard and View Streets Saturday, June 6, 2009 at 11:00 am with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sick Kids Foundation, towards Cancer Centre, 14th floor-525 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5G 2L3.
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R.I.P Grandpa, still in my heart and mind to this day 11/05/22. I remember the time I got to spend with you, and the days the family would gather for holidays (not quite the same without you might I add). I will forever remember the days my sister and I would spend on the wharf coming to get sardines from the fish shop to feed and teach new tricks two those two seals that lived by the wharf. I look forwards to the day I can tell my kids about you grandpa, rest easy I hope you and sprig are hunting pheasant side by side like no tomorrow up there. Miss you grandpa.
I remember working at the Fish store…Best summer job ever!….Great family!…was an awesome experience….R.I.P Rick…There truly is no one else like you!….Wanted to say hi also to Will and Dwayne…Crab fishing is cool(dwayne) but Halibut fishing(Will) is where its at!….
Regards,
Alex
My sincere condolences on your loss. He will live on in his family and all of those who knew him.
With sympathies – Ian Perry
It is with deep regret to learn of the loss of Richard who was a friend of the Association since it’s conception. Richard was strong supporter and a good friend of all the members.
Please accept our sincere condolences as our sympathy goes to all of the Strong family
Chere Huguette et famille,
We were very sorry to hear about Richard’s sudden passing….
We wish to offer you our most sincere condolences…
May all the good friends and your dear family give you comfort as you go through this difficult time………
Sinceres sympathies,
George et Louise
Dear William and Rick Jr.,
I am very sorry to learn today of your father’s passing. I know you were hopeful William of spending another Christmas together. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
Brenda Waddell
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Nanaimo