Richard Lloyd Rushton

RUSHTON, Richard (Rick or Ricky) Lloyd Died peacefully at home on December 12, 2019. He was born in Victoria, BC on August 12, 1951. Richard left many precious memories and touched a great many of people in many different ways. During his career, Richard was a Royal Canadian Navy lieutenant-commander, Navigator & Cadet Officer Trainer (Ret.) at HCMS Malahat reserves; former 7-11 manager; and Kids' Happy Times Daycare co-owner with his wife Louise. Richard was involved in his community: at Hope Lutheran Church on boards and as an Elder; as a former Luther Court Board member; a local arts & music supporter; and a UVic (BA of history) & Vic High Alumni. A super-fan of many sports -- though BC Lions & Vancouver Canucks were his favourites -- Richard was also a music and movie buff. For many years, he was a Bays United Gunners rec soccer team manager, a home wine-brewer, and an avid amateur historian. Survived by loving wife Louise of 43 years of marriage, son Philip (Sharon), daughter Nicolle, and four-legged friend Jiggers. As oldest of four, Richard is survived by siblings Fay (Robert), Tom (Noi), and Fern, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his father Ted and mother Gerta. The funeral, open to the public, will be at Hope Lutheran Church with tea in the church hall afterwards at 1924 Carrick St. on January 4th at 1 pm. Donations can be made Victoria Hope Lutheran Memorial Fund, Heart & Stroke Association, or Canadian Red Cross.