Peacefully at the South Huron Hospital on Sunday, April 11, 2021 of Exeter and formerly of Zurich at the age of 72. Cherished friend of Andre and Peggy Ducharme of Exeter. Chosen uncle of Amanda and Colin Sitzes of Sarnia, Chauntelle Ducharme and Aaron Cheyne of Owen Sound, Ashley and Tyler Miller of Exeter and great-uncle of Kenny, Skylyn, and Brayden; Shaylee, Zoey, and Rilee; Emily, and MacKenzie. Survived by nieces Carol Estey Peacock and Susan Estey Cooper, and a nephew Michael David Estey. Predeceased by Randolf and Ruby Estey, and a brother David.
Cremation has taken place and a private interment will be held at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto. Haskett Funeral Home, EXETER entrusted with arrangements.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Tom Dickins
Sorry to hear this news.
Deepest sympathy to Rich’s family and close friends.
Sandy Watson
Sincerest condolences to all. Richard was my friend and I will miss his comments on my art posts. He was always so encouraging. We were connected by music and were in a band together years ago. We remained friends after the band was done. Great guitar player and very talented. I know he is up there rocking out.
Jim Ramer
My condolences to the family of Rich . I worked with Rich at the Zurich arena a while back
Don and Penny Harvey
Peggy, Andre & family so sorry for your loss. Richard will be missed by many including me and the musical connection we shared.
R.I.P. Rich
Donna Perry
Peggy, Andre and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend.
With Deepest Sympathy Donna Perry
Lu Keelan
I deliver for Exeter Guardian and brought Rich his prescriptions almost every week. He was a kind and thought man. My condolences to all of you.
Jenna Becker
So sad to hear of Richard’s passing. We will miss our chats and words of well being & encouragement. May he rest in peace.
Jenna, Jillian & Jaime
Margaret Brintnell
Peggy, Andre & family
Sorry to read about your dear friend.
My Sympathy.
Margaret Brintnell
Judy Palsa
Peggy Andre & family
Sorry for the loss of your friend
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Peggy Andre & Family,
Our sincere sympathy, so sorry for your loss.
Julie
Richard…….
You were a great neighbour, so quiet and lovely and kind soul.
Sending our love from apt 1 Julie and mike xoxoxox
Karen Dickins
Andre, Peggy and family my deepest condolences. I remember Richard from working in Zurich. May your wonderful memories help easy the pain.
Ashley Miller
Uncle Richy you were an amazing guy. I will always remember the great adventures we shared beach trips, singing with your band letting me drive on the back roads. These will be moments that stay in my heart forever. I’m glad your fight is over and you are able to have peace.
Barbara Mitchell
My sincere condolences and prayers to the family
Mike Estey
To my dear uncle. You will be missed. Tell grandma and grandad and dad that you are all missed. Love you always your nephew michael.