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Memories and Condolences
for Rick KIRTON
29 Entries
October 1, 2012
Dear Debbie and Steve,
My sincere condolences to you and the rest of the family. I wish you strength during this difficult time but enjoy the wonderful memories you are left with. Even though it has been a long time (since OCI) I still remember Rick as a genuine guy who was always able to make me laugh.
My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Andrea Morgan (Zaduban)
Ajax, Ontario
Mary Carley (Molinaro)
September 28, 2012
Dear Debbie,
I was so saddened by the news of Ricks passing. I know that I haven't spent much time with you since high school however, I cherish the times we shared and think of my high school “buddies” often. Rick was a wonderful person and so are you, the two of you were so lucky to spend 35 wonderful years together. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leo Scarcello
September 26, 2012
Kirton Family- I had the privilege of knowing Rick throughout our careers and I am certain you already know that he was definitely one of the great guys. My thoughts and sympathies are with you. He will be missed by many, many people becasue of who he was.
September 25, 2012
"To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die" -Thomas Campbell
Dear Debbie and family,
I know that Rick will live on in your hearts. I remember him as a fun-loving guy in high school and I'm sure that continued through the years. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Leslie (Graham) Haller
Patricia Bruce
September 25, 2012
So sorrry to hear your sad news my sympathies to both of you and your families
Teresa & Michael McMillan-Smith
September 25, 2012
Kim and Tim and Family - Our thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family at this very sad time.
Debbie Boles (Johnston)
September 24, 2012
Debbie
I was sorry to here of Rick's passing.
My sympathies go out to you and your family.
Debbie Boles(Johnston)
September 24, 2012
Dear Debbie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My high school memories of Rick are happy ones. Rick was always smiling. I hope you can find some comfort in remembering happy times with Rick.
Warmest Regards,
Pat Fujimoto Howe
September 24, 2012
Debbie, Steve and extended Kirton family, be comforted to know that Rick has been in my prayers since the onset of his illness. Rick is now at peaceful rest. It seems that we have been friends forever since our high school days. John and Mike's words ring so true; Rick had a contagious personality and a unique laugh for sure. I am thankful for all the good times we shared in high school. My fondest memory being of Rick sitting in front of me and practicing his hockey head fake on the student in front of him. And Debbie, who could forget all the Apres Ski parties at your house? Memories to be forever cherished.
We remain friends forever. May God Bless you and keep you close in this time of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Claudio and Eleanor Luciani
Rick and Nicole Menary
September 24, 2012
We are so sad to hear about Ricks passing. Our deepest sympathies to the whole Kirton family.
Mike Parker
September 24, 2012
Dear Debbie & Family: My deepest sympathy on your loss. Rick was a first class guy whose smile, warmth & humour will never be forgotten. May your fondest memories give you strength. Deepest sympathy, Mike
Myles and Brenda
September 24, 2012
We are so saddened by Rick's passing. He will be much remembered by his many business friends as being so kind, generous and fun. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dante Parina
September 24, 2012
Rick,
from the moment I met you back in 1996, I knew that you were a very loving person who had a warm heart and a very nice person to work with. Though we only worked so brief in few occasions, I can not forget how genuine you are as a person.
Debbie,
My thoughths and prayers are with you and your children Mike and Stephanie.
My deepest condolences
Rebecca Cross
September 24, 2012
Debbie, my thoughts are with you and your family.
September 24, 2012
My heart goes out to the Kirton family. I'm so sorry for your loss
Steve Bell
Don Gregor
September 24, 2012
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Rick and on behalf of Aurora Realty Consultants wish to extend our sincerest regards to family and friends.
Bert and Sue
September 24, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you find comfort and strength in the knowledge that his soul is finally in eternal rest.
Bert & Sue
September 24, 2012
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May you find peace and strength that his soul is finally at rest in the heavens above.
September 24, 2012
HI Debbie:
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May God be with you as you go through this difficult times.
Take care always. Neneliza Rigor
Susan McGill
September 24, 2012
Debbie,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 23, 2012
Debbie - Michael - Stephanie and all the family - Our hearts go out to all of you and please know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers since the news of the onset of Rick's illness and continue to be. Deb - from the day I first met the "Kirton's" I knew you were blessed with an amazing man in your life. Hold on to that ! Please know how much all of you are loved. Hope you feel our heartful hugs. Love, support and prayers being sent your way - Keep strong girl and know that we will continue to pray for you and your family. Our love, prayers and support are extended to you especially during this most difficult time. Much love - John and Cathi Pretsell P.S.
Debbie -Know and never forget what an amazing wife and caregiver you have been. You made this THAT much easier for Rick! Total strength and compassion. Love & Hugs CP xoxoxo
September 23, 2012
Debbie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. May your memories give you strength.
Bill Nelson
John D'Angelo
September 23, 2012
Debbie -- Rick was always known for his contagious personality and you could always pick Rick out of a crowd with his unique laughter. On behalf of my family may Rick rest in peace. He will forever be in our prayers. ----- John D'Angelo and family
Carole
September 23, 2012
My friend,
What can I say? No language has the words. I hope you will find some comfort with your family and I look forward to some time together as you carry on.
September 23, 2012
Debbie/Steve, Rick was one of the best and I was honored to call him my friend since way back in high school. He always had a smile and a funny story to cheer up everyone. We'll miss him. Gone but never forgotten. Never goodbye Rick ... it's see you later. Thank you for all the fun and friendship we shared over the years.
Sincerely, Mike
G. Mark Allen
September 23, 2012
Thinking today of former co-worker and friend Rick Kirton who lost his battle to a very cruel cancer last night. When I met Rick, we worked for the same company. I was a road weary retail operations guy and I was envious of his "wheeling and dealing" real estate activities. Rick moved on but we kept in touch and later, he was good enough to get me an interview with his new boss, an industry heavy
weight, and soon I was hired and learning the craft. Rick would pick on me mercilessly and laugh at all my mistakes and missteps but would always offer advice and assistance and he would always talk me up when around other colleagues in the biz.
He was a bit of a throw back, wearing dark suits with cufflinks and tie-bars and at times, horrendously garish ties that I used to make fun of. I always smile when I hear a Barry White song, because sometimes on Friday afternoons (usually around 3:30) , Rick would signal the end of the work week for the real estate team by suddenly cranking up his boom box in his office with an increasingly loud "Can't Get Enough Of Your Love". It was our signal to drop the pens, shut the PC's down and congregate in the boardroom for a few laughs before we headed home.
Rick was known firstly as a gentleman and a good human being. Many knew him as one of the most passionate and unwavering Maple Leafs fans on the planet, but most knew him as a devoted family man who lived to be at the cottage with his wife and kids.
I had the occasion to talk to Rick a couple of times on the phone from his home in Ajax. He was candid about the prognosis not looking good for him, though he was remarkably upbeat, and committed to fight it. When I lamented the unfairness and cruelty of "that damned disease", he simply said "Well buddy, it is what it is; I gotta deal with it." When I said that "I didn't know what to say" and that "there were no words appropriate" and then eagerly offerred my anecdotal information on new treatments and stats about the increasing number of cases of people who beat this disease, Rick made sure to assure me that he was okay and simply reminded me to call him once in a while just to chat.
I'd like to think I would be so calm and strong if I was faced with such a challenge. I'm not so sure I could be.
I'm grateful to have known you and I'm thankful for your kindness to me.
A lot of us are very sad to hear you're gone Rick, Safe travels.
walter & nina kowman
September 22, 2012
our good memories of rick will remain forever
September 22, 2012
Rick our thoughts and prayers are with you and are extended to Debbie, Michael, Stephanie and the entire Kirton Family. We will forever remember you as " Our Rick " and the fun times we had together over the years !!! Love and Peace Always. In our hearts forever. Maria & Tony Fasciano (Woodbridge,Ont.)
Beverley Thomson
September 22, 2012
Rick your smile and laughter and little jokes will stay with us forever. You will be deeply missed and we send our deepest condolences to Debbie, Michael and Stephanie. Rick thank you for just being you a wonderful person...Maid-Mart girls.
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