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Richard Opiola Obituary
Surrounded by his loving family and after a long struggle with cancer, Richard Opiola passed away at age 65 on May 11, 2022 in Toronto.
Rick's love for design and aesthetic led to a career in graphic arts and photography and he continued his creative pursuits in retirement. Rick loved music and had an extensive record collection he gathered over a lifetime.
Rick leaves behind his loving wife Dorreen Loui, his mother Leokadia (pre-deceased by his father Boleslaw), his brothers Chris (Nancylynn), John (Heidi), nephews Geoffrey, Jeremy (Kim), Gregory (Christine), Jamie (Cassie), great niece Charlotte, great nephews Lucas, Brock, Cooper and Bentley, cousins David, Bogue (Barry), Krystyna (Dan), Hedi (Richard), Henry (Christina), Yola (Genek) and Uncle Tadzio. Rick is also survived by his mother-in-law Mee Harn Loui, brothers-in-law Danield, Dennis (Sandy), sisters-in-law Foon (Jerry), Doris (Ken) and Donna.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Church of the Holy Trinity at 19 Trinity Square on May 21 from 2 - 4pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Kensington Hospice in Toronto.
Rick's love for design and aesthetic led to a career in graphic arts and photography and he continued his creative pursuits in retirement. Rick loved music and had an extensive record collection he gathered over a lifetime.
Rick leaves behind his loving wife Dorreen Loui, his mother Leokadia (pre-deceased by his father Boleslaw), his brothers Chris (Nancylynn), John (Heidi), nephews Geoffrey, Jeremy (Kim), Gregory (Christine), Jamie (Cassie), great niece Charlotte, great nephews Lucas, Brock, Cooper and Bentley, cousins David, Bogue (Barry), Krystyna (Dan), Hedi (Richard), Henry (Christina), Yola (Genek) and Uncle Tadzio. Rick is also survived by his mother-in-law Mee Harn Loui, brothers-in-law Danield, Dennis (Sandy), sisters-in-law Foon (Jerry), Doris (Ken) and Donna.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Church of the Holy Trinity at 19 Trinity Square on May 21 from 2 - 4pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Kensington Hospice in Toronto.
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Published by Niagara Falls Review on May 16, 2022.
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Opiola
3 Entries
Marg Pecora
June 23, 2022
My deepest sympathies to my dear friend John, and all of Rick's family and loved ones.
May you all be touched by the Spirit of Peace and comforted with new Strength every day.
With Love and Light,
Marg
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Stan Szmyr
May 18, 2022
I'm sorry to here about the loss of your brother Chris. My deepest sympathy to the Opiola family. I did not meet your brother to often but when I did he was always smiling and laughing with us.
Krystyna West
May 17, 2022
Holding on to memories to hold you close. My prayers are with the family.
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