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LISA RICH

LISA RICH Obituary

Lisa never did anything half-way. She was a woman of immense love, strength, generosity, creativity, and focus. From raising two loving sons (Ryan and Ross), being a world-class wife of Garnet Rich, breaking into the world of accounting and finance, building a beautiful life in Toronto, and attending FIT in New York at only 17, she brought with her legendary passion. Lisa will be most remembered for her generous spirit, commitment as a mother and mother-in-law, immense strength (especially during her battle with cancer), epic party planning and costumes, and refined taste. Originally from a small town in Upstate New York (Batavia), daughter of Ned and Jeanne Cooper, and sister to LexAnne, Lyndon, and Leslie, Lisa found herself in Tulsa, OK, of all places. She had followed Leslie, where she quickly met her husband of nearly 40 years, Garnet Rich, building a beautiful life in his hometown Toronto, Canada. Lisa passed away peacefully at home on December 19, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She left this world better than she found it.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Dec. 21 to Dec. 25, 2024.

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Pippa Hobbes

January 16, 2025

Garnet, my sympathy is with you and and the boys as you come to terms with Lisa's passing. I have fond memories of Lisa from the Bocce parties and girls time on the dock at Lisa and Gary's cottage. We bonded over accounting and travel as well, she gave me good recommendations that I have used. I am so very sorry, and may your good memories wash over you and help you find your breath.

Lori Davis

January 15, 2025

Garnet and boys, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful wife and mother. She was always so kind and thoughtful when I saw her at Gary and Lisa´s cottage. My condolences to you and your entire family..

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Holly Galbreath

December 25, 2024

Lisa and I were best buddies in junior high school. She was brilliant, beautiful, and incredibly mischievous. I´m so sad to hear of her passing. Sending love to her husband and sons and Leslie, Lyndon and Leeann.

Shari Steinberg Fauer

December 24, 2024

My deepest condolences to the Cooper and Rich family. Lisa, along with her siblings, will always be remembered as neighborhood friends and Hebrew/ Sunday school buddies. Stay strong during this difficult time and please know that I send my love.

Caryn Fleming

December 23, 2024

Rest easy, cousin. To Lisa's family, we are truly heartbroken for you all. Sending love and hugs to Garnet, her children, Jeanne, Lyndon, LexAnn, and Leslie. May her memory be a blessing.
Love to you all, Cousin Caryn (Wasserman) Fleming

Dr. Robert Vagners

December 22, 2024

Garnet,
Sincere condolences. We will always remember her smile and sense of humour. It was a distinct pleasure to get to know her over the years.
Dr. Bob, Sal and Evelyn

Milada Redly

December 21, 2024

Dear Garnet and family,
Julius and I were deeply saddened to learn of your lovely Lisa's untimely passing.
She had much to live for and fate should have granted her many, many more years with her family.
We shall remember her as someone who was always smiling and completely comfortable with her surroundings,
We admire her for her strength when faced with unsurmountable odds.
Please, accept our most sincere condolences, Milada and Julius Redly

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