Richard F. Chudley

October 02, 1935 - August 05, 2023

BORN

October 02, 1935

DIED

August 05, 2023

Richard Chudley Obituary

Born in Exeter, Devon, England, Dick began his career on the sea with the Royal Mail Line in London and retired from B.C. Ferries, Saltspring Island, as Captain. He was never happier than when "messing about in boats". He will be remembered fondly by his wife, Janet, children Kirsten, Richard, Reid and Wendy and grandchildren Dylan, Blair, Aiden, Clara, Ellie and Simon, as well as his many friends and colleagues.
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Published by The Times Colonist from Aug. 19 to Aug. 21, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Chudley

7 Entries

théa

September 1, 2023

Janet , I would like to have a cup of tea with you but unable to track you down despite trying xxx théa with so much love .

Fred and Cairine Green

August 28, 2023

I purchased a blue hulled Albin 25 - Leeward brand new from Dick in 1976. Then thru Dick we purchased an Apollo 32, Ketos and a CT 41 Moon Spinner ;Dick was a true brick, understated, principled and always a gentleman. Rest in peace. Dick

Mike & Penny Grant

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Mike & Penny Grant

August 27, 2023

We first met Dick in the summer of 1974 when we bought our Vega 27 (DESIDERATA). Dick was always very reassuring, even when we brought DESIDERATA in for repairs after sailing around the north end of Vancouver Island to Port Alice where we were living at that time. The years passed. Eventually we moved to Nanaimo. We got into smaller and smaller boats (a kayak) until we retired and bought an Albin 25 (SKOL). It was wonderful to have our paths cross with Dick and Janet when we joined the Albineers of BC. As it says in his obituary, Dick loved 'messing about in boats'. And thanks to Dick, many of us now have the joy of 'messing about in our Albins'.

Gerald

August 21, 2023

Once in a while, very rarely, someone truly incredible becomes a friend and you get the honor of spending time with them. Such is my experience with Dick. Condolences and love Janet and all the family.

Julie and Ray Flemming

August 19, 2023

I read in the Centennial United Church bulletin of Mr. Chudley's passing. Praying for the family at this difficult time.

LesF

August 19, 2023

Kirsten (& the Chudley family) condolences on the loss of your Dad.
Keep all your great memories vivid in your mind,and they will bring smiles to your faces ,as the years go by.
Cheers ! LesF

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