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Derrel RICHARDS Obituary
November 14, 1935 – August 31, 2015
Derrel Richards passed away with his family at his side on, Monday, August 31, 2015 at the age of 79 years. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared with Derrel's family through www.evanjstrong.com. If friends so desire memorial tributes may be made to the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF), P.O. Box 34160, RPO Westbrook; Calgary, AB T3C 3W2; website: www.arf.ab.ca. Arrangements in care of EVAN J. STRONG FUNERAL SERVICES (403) 265-1199.
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John Haggarty
October 29, 2015
My condolences to Derrels Family , I had the pleasure to call Derrel my boss back in 1984 & 85 for Richards Concrete we worked hard I'm still proud of a sidewalk or curb we poured to this day when I go by. Derrel to me was About honesty and trust allways respected him , he was a Good Man thoughts and prayers Rest in Peace .
September 20, 2015
I learned of Derrel's passing just today- I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Both he and your mom, Joan, were great friends of my parents, Rene and Carol Diamond. I found that, as time passed and my own parents aged, they spent their time and energies on what really mattered, and for them, it was the joy of time spent with truly lovely people and close friends such as Derrel and Joan. I recall both Derrel's kindness and dry wit- he was alovely man.
Mary (Diamond) Martin
September 20, 2015
To the Richards family,
My parents Rene and Carol Diamond were fortunate to spend many hours sharing a cup of coffee with their friends Joan and Derrel. I know they valued that friendship a great deal. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Anne Howe
Meina deVries-Dubetz
September 11, 2015
Dear Joan and family,
We were sorry to hear of Derrel's passing and will remember him with much fondness. Our thoughts are with all of you. The family of John deVries.
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Bill Longbotham
September 6, 2015
Derrel Was a good man and we are glad that we had the privilege to know him. He will be missed. We extend our condolences.
Bill & Cheryl Longbotham
September 4, 2015
To the family,
So many thoughts and too few words.
I had known Derrel for many years.
I first got to know Derrel when I worked with him at Burnco. Derrel was always a great guy then and since.
With sympathy from both of us.
Fay & Mogens Bendix-Jensen(Feldstein)
September 4, 2015
Working with Derrell at Burnco brings back fine memories.
Dave Suitor.
Maureen Corson-McMullan
September 4, 2015
Our prayers and condolences are with the family. I have many memories with Joan and Darrel growing up in Springbank. Love Maureen and Steve Corson (McMullan)
Margaret/Derek McMullan
September 4, 2015
Our thoughts are with the family. We have many fond memories of Joan and Darrel. Many hours spent with the family over the years in Lakeview and Springbank. We have Treasured our friendship of 50 years. Prayers are with you Joan and the family. Love Derek and Marg McMullan.
Ken MacDonald
September 3, 2015
I remember the good times we had growing up together in Lethbridge and working and bunking together on the seismic crews.These are good memories. My sincere condolences to Joan and family. "Itch" was a great guy!
George Hofer
September 3, 2015
My Condolences go out to Richards Family RIP my friend . George Hofer
Barry McLellan
September 3, 2015
So sorry to hear of Derrel's passing.
He was a friend from the past with whom I shared many laughs and fun times.
Gib Thompson
September 3, 2015
Great Man that taught me may things. Sadly missed our and thoughts and prayers go out to the Richards family.
Mark & Sheri Langen
September 2, 2015
Our sympathies, thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time of loss. I worked with Derrell at Burnco for a number of years and had a great deal of respect for the way he conducted himself both at and away from work. He was a good guy and always had time to stop and chat even when our lives took a different path. Our most heartfelt condolences to Joan and the family.
Marlene Rockley
September 2, 2015
WE are very sorry and sad to hear of Derrel's passing. We have so many happy and fun memories of our times together. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Especially thinking of you Joan. Love Marlene and Ken Rockley
Laurie Bascom
September 2, 2015
Sending our deepest sympathy to all of the family. Please let mom (Jayne Saffran) and I know if there is anything you need Joan, we are just a call away. Hugs to everyone.
Marlene Dionne
September 2, 2015
We are so very sorry to hear of Derrell's passing but glad that he's not suffering any longer. You have been in our thoughts a lot these last few days. Mom (Florence) wanted to make sure and send her condolences too. Hugs to your family!
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