Passed away peacefully at the age of 100 on September 23, 2019. He is survived by his children Jeffrey (Gale), Linda (Jim), Dennis (Donna), Valerie (Jack), Rick, Janice (Rick), Marsha (Leo), and George (Rita), 18 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife of 71 years, Enid, and his parents Walter and Olive Colyer and ten siblings.
Richard was a hardworking TTC Driver of 35 years and a founding member of the North York Seniors Snooker Club. He was an avid gardener, cottager, and golfer.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at the Chartwell Lansing Residence for their care and compassion.
Visitation will be held from 1- 2 pm on Wednesday October 2, 2019 at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home, 6150 Yonge Street, North York, with a Celebration of Richard’s life to follow at 2 pm. A private interment will be held at York Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider a donation to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 66 in Richard’s memory.
