With great sadness, the family announces the passing of Alan Richards, in Stratford, on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at the age of 47. Alan was born in 1967. Beloved husband of the late Karen (Gage) Richards (2002). Cherished father of Christian and Nicholas Richards of Staffa. Beloved son of Antonia and William Hull of Crediton and the late Jack Richards. Beloved brother of Jack Jr., Maria, Bonnie, Barbara, Jacqueline, Bobbi-Jo and Jessica, and 6 step-siblings of the Hull Family. Fondly remembered by 33 nieces and nephews, and his extended Gage and Dunlop families. Alan was a great friend to many.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street West of Main) on Thursday evening 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, April 4th at 11 AM with Pastor Cathy Prout officiating. Cremation.
Donations to a trust fund for Alan’s children would be appreciated by the family, (cheques payable to Bonnie Kirk, In Trust).
RICHARDS: Alan of St. Marys and formerly of Exeter
Rob Andre and Cindy Gregory
We didn’t know Alan long but he was quite the character. So shocked to hear of his passing. We will miss you Alan. Our condolences to all the family. God bless.
Kitch & Diane Pavlick
Toni and Bill
We just read of Alan’s passing and wish to add our condolences along with the many others here. No one can ever relieve the sadness of a loved one’s passing with mere words, but knowing that so many share your sorrow and loss surly seems to help and I see by this page that you have many. many people who care.
our thoughts are with you .
Joy Tyler
Bonnie
My deepest sympathies. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family at this difficult time.
Brian and Katie Hopf
Our thoughts are with you all at this time of sorrow. Wishing
you peace to bring comfort; courage to face the days ahead;
and good memories to hold onto.
Madison Nichol
Dear Uncle Alan, It’s hard to believe that you’re gone, but now you can finally be with Aunt Karen again. I’m just happy that i atleast got to spend more time with you in the past couple years at the holiday dinners in St.Marys at your home. I will always cherish the time that we had and I will always miss you and think of you often. May you rest in peace Uncle Alan!
All my Love, Madi xoxo
Bonnie Kirk
Love you brother love you always and forever u will be a hard one to get over miss you get
shawn stanlake
I worked with AL for many years thoughts and prayers to his family he will truly be missed god bless
Paul & Valerie Bontje and Family
Toni, Bill and Family
We are saddened by your sudden loss of Alan. God bless all of you in your time of sorrow. May your memories keep you strong. Rest in Peace Alan.
Todd Cornies
I was so shocked and Sorry to hear of Alan had passed.We were great friends and worked together at Saf-T-Cab Inc. I hope you found your peace now Al.You always new how to make a funny or crack a great joke when I was down.Christian and Nicholas I’m so sorry for you too also.I hope you hang in there guys everything will be ok. Sadly missed but will never be forgotten!!! Todd Cornies BigChiefSmokin!!!
Kathy Lawrence/Slaven
Tony, Bonnie, Barb, Jackie, Maria, Bobbi Jo, Jessica
I’m truly so sorry for your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.
May God hold each one of you close, to help ease the pain.
* Allan * May you forever rest in peace,
Spread your wings my friend and “Soar with the Best of Them”
You will be missed by so many but never forgotten by anyone.
Kat
Sue [Edginton ]O'Connor
So sorry to hear of Allans passing. He was so young to be taken.My thoughts and prayers are with you all…Sue
Aaron Knox
Thinking of you guys at this very hard time Bonnie, Chris, Nick and the rest of the family. May he rest in peace.
chuck and phyllis collett and family
Toni and family; we are sorry to hear of Alans passing. your family is in our prayers God Bless
Nicole kirk
I hope your happy where ever you are …and whatever peace you need ….you get….I hope you have a good sleep and wake to the sun on your face… the wind in your hair….and your feet in the water all the best thing anywhere has to offer…..I will miss your stories and your laugh….tell Karen I say hey…I hope my family knows how lucky we all are to have each other….stay strong….we are RICHARDS✴✴✴
Larry Dumont (Frenchie)
I am so sorry that Alan has passed, my Best Friend, my Ontarian Brother, it is so sad and for sure He will be missed and remembered for ever. My best wishes & thoughts to his Sons: Christian & Nicholas:(the Boys), to Toni & Bill
to his Sisters; Bonnie, Maria, Jackie, Bobbi-Jo, Barb, Jessica,
to Jack Jr, Al’s Brother, and the Gage Family .
RIP ALAN, XOXO CHRIS & NIC,
Love you ALL; Larry (Frenchie)
Darlene Leybourne(ducharme)
Toni and family
So sorry to hear of Alans passing. I will always remember how he always used to make me laugh years ago. RIP Alan and now you and Karen can be together again
Susan Teeter
Bonnie I am truly shocked and saddened to hear that Allan has passed .Wish I could b there for you hope you know that my thoughts and heart are with you and your family right now. Christian and Nicholas…I knew your Dad for a long time and he was truly a great guy and my heart goes out to both of you right now .
Tee Chadwick
Alan, I pray that you find peace with God, as I know that Karen has. Even though I am still in shock over your passing, I know in my heart that our friendship will never end <3
Sharlene Kapp (Crawley)
Thinking of you all with extreme sadness. I know in my heart that Karen was waiting for the love of her life to join her. RIP Alan xoxo Christian and Nicholas, not everyone gets 2 guardian angels at such a young age. Trust that they are watching over you and keeping you safe.
Shellie McLeod
Jessica I am sorry to hear Allan passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.
“When a loved one becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.”