Ric Dorsey

1946 - 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the sudden passing of Richard Allan Dorsey, who left us on June 19, 2025, at the age of 78. A beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, Ric touched the lives of many with his kindness, willingness to help and support others, and steadfast friendship.

Born on Dec 12, 1946 in Edmonton, Ric grew up living the values of integrity, kindness, dependability and loyalty. Ric was known for his honesty, friendship, and how deeply he felt for his family. His journey through life was marked by his desire to help and protect others especially those close to him. He always demonstrated a strong sense of right and wrong, a huge love of animals, and an unwavering ability to inspire those around him.

Ric was a cherished member of our family, deeply loved by his wife Sharon, his kids, Sam(Dave), Dan(Cheryl), his grandchildren, Derek (Emily), Mitch, Dayton, and his great grandson Benjamin. Ric is pre-deceased by his parents Frank and Freda Dorsey, his sister Joanne Debenham, and his brother-in-law Jim Bedford.

Among his proudest achievements, Ric considered his family to be his greatest treasure. He was proud of his kids accomplishments and felt that they carried on the values he had instilled in them over the years. He loved sharing stories about them, celebrating milestones, and being included in their lives.

Ric had a long and successful career with Xerox Canada. His work reflected his skills, his mentorship of others and his pride in their successes. His team still to this day says, “the best boss they ever had”. Over the years, Ric received many awards and recognitions for his contributions to the success of Xerox.

Ric will be remembered by so many friends, neighbours and colleagues who always speak of him as someone with integrity, high standards, a great sense of humour, and someone who uplifted others and provided a steady presence during challenging times.

A Celebration of Life to celebrate Ric’s life will be held on June 26, 2025 at Windsor Estates 511 Queen Street at 2:00 p.m. Family, friends, and all whose lives were touched by Ric are invited to join in honoring his memory. For those unable to attend, messages of condolences can be shared by clicking on the "Add a Memory" button.

Ric cared about many causes and the family has asked in lieu of flowers that donations be made to either Prostate Cancer Alberta or Wild North – Northern Alberta Bird Rescue and Rehabilitation.

Prostate Cancer Alberta – 6500 7007-14 St SW Calgary, AB, T2V 1P9.

Wild North -12515-128 St Edmonton, AB T5L 1C9