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KENNETH RICHARD
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KENNETH RICHARD Obituary
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Bluewater Health, Kenneth Ernest Richard passed away suddenly at the age of 76.
Beloved husband of Penny Richard sharing 54 loving years together. Loving father of Christopher (Tahni) Richard and Heather (Darren) Kelly. Cherished grandfather of Hannah, Tanner, Hunter, Rilee-Rae Richard, and Kayden Kelly. Dear brother of Judy (the late David) Bak, Robert (the late Tracy) Richard, Jamie Richard and brothers-in-law of Robert (the late Gwen) Marshall, Fred (Linda) Backman, and the late Angus Backman. Treasured uncle of Sharon Bak, Andrew (Brandi) Bak, and Curtis (Layla) Richard, Karen (Joe) Dubois, Barb (Mike) Bouma, Maggie (Jason) Lovegrove, Barb (John) Baxter, Lisa Catran, Lisa (Sherri) Backman, and Jason Backman. Ken will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is predeceased by his parents James and Evelyn Richard.
Ken joined the OPP on March 16, 1970. He began his career in Blind River, he also served in Kakabeka Falls. Ken proudly retired as a decorated Sergeant in Thunder Bay, Ontario on March 31, 2002. Ken truly loved serving his community as an officer and sergeant. He built many relationships and lifelong friendships throughout his career.
Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ken raised his family there. He then moved to Sarnia in 2018. He deeply adored his family. Throughout his younger years he was involved in community sports leagues and coached minor hockey and baseball. He enjoyed traveling from the east coast to west and eventually becoming a snowbird down in Florida. A devoted sports fan he was. The Green Bay Packers, Toronto Blue Jays, Montreal Canadiens and Sarnia Sting were at the top of the of his lists. He looked forward to his Friday morning Brittoli coffee club (Bob, Russ, Chris,) as well as his Wednesday OPP breakfast group.
Ken leaves behind treasured friendships with John & Gay Hornak, Murray & Shirley McCuaig, cousin Eddie Richard and Doug Fonso who will miss him deeply.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Smith Funeral Home - London Line Chapel, 1576 London Line, Sarnia, on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. A livestream will be made available on his memorial page at the time of service. Family and friends are being received one hour prior from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (cheques only at the funeral home please).
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Don and Allison Parker
5 hours ago
Wishing you peace and comfort as you navigate this challenging time. Our hearts goes out to the Richard family. We will always remember Ken's humour and deication to others. Don and Allison Parker
Susan Simonsen
Earlier today
Dearest Penny
So very sorry to hear of Ken´s passing . I´m thinking of you & praying you will stay strong , with your family at your side. Ken was such a loving husband ... you were lucky to have him share your life. My most sincere condolences to you & your family.
Sean Richard
September 24, 2025
Deepest condolences to Penny and family. Gina and I cherish all the wonderful visits and travels we shared with Kenny and Penny over the years...You will be missed Cousin!
Corrina Nyman, formerly Phillips.
September 24, 2025
I knew Ken by playing baseball with him and the crew when I worked at Petrone´s. He was an amazing guy and will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to the families of Ken. RIP Ken.
Lindsay and Jon Smith
September 24, 2025
Heather, Darren and Kayden,
Our deepest condolences to you all on the passing of a wonderful man. I will remember your dad with great fondness, Heather. He was a real teddy bear. Thinking of you all and your beautiful mom Penny during this very difficult time and holding you all in prayer. Much love to you all.
Lindsay and Jon
Lee koski
September 24, 2025
Richards family
Ken was lifelong friend and a funny gentle and giving man . I still see in my memory , Kenny and the OPP brothers during the dozens of times we met up and worked on different investigations as a team and how great they were . I will always carry your memory Ken.
Joan O'Leary
September 24, 2025
I have treasured memories of cousin Ken and his lovely Penny. They always treated my late husband and me like royalty and we shared many good times together. Ever loved; ever missed.
Audrey Skedgel
September 24, 2025
Penny...so very sorry to hear of Ken's passing.
I will remember Ken as a kind and amicable gentleman.
Thomas (Tom ) Kallaste
September 24, 2025
End of watch. RIP. Brother
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