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David
September 9, 2024
I came from BMS in 2024. RIP Ricky.
Aiden Moore
June 23, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Seth Lines
May 30, 2024
Rest in peace Ricky. Gone but never forgotten
C
May 9, 2024
RIP
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Raider Pete
March 27, 2024
Rest Well brother.
-Raider Pete
Boy Hultink
May 31, 2022
May your spirit live on in the hearts of your loved ones.
Rest in peace.
T F
July 25, 2021
Rest in piece Ricky. Know that no one has forgotten you, and you still live on through the people that you impacted in life. God bless you and your family.
Yiithan Bozkurt
May 20, 2021
REST IN PEACE BUDDY, AFTER 12 YEARS, I SAW YOUR NAME AND I I HOPE YOU ARE IN THE BETTER PLACE RGHT NOW.
Sinesipho Selani
May 27, 2020
miss Ricky Zieba and i still watch the BMS series
d amey
April 13, 2019
im sorry for your loss, ricky had a glow about him and will be sadly missed.
Fernando Bazan
October 9, 2018
No te preocupes, yo no te conosco Pero Al parecer fuiste una Gran persona acabo de ver blue mountain state lo habia visto hace anos Pero era solo um Nino ahora soy mayor y compreendo mas lá vida, és um honor admirarte donde Sea que estes ahora
R D
September 13, 2018
Rest In Peace Ricky
John Appleyard
May 10, 2018
rest in peace, love john
Ricky Zieba
February 28, 2018
I liked our time together.
João Soares
June 29, 2016
I finish to see the first blue montain state... RIP RICKY!
J. C.
February 9, 2012
For the short time I knew you, you make an everlasting mark. I'll never forget your first and last wonderful impression.
June 25, 2010
Hi Nicki Richard and Jason my thoughts are with you today.
Take good care,
Lilly Bonarek
Nikki Zieba
June 23, 2010
Thinking of you angel boy. I can't believe it's one year already. We all miss you dearly. You will remain for ever in our hearts. Love Mom, Dad and Jason. xoxo
Jared Driskell
February 7, 2010
I send my condolences to the family and friends that knew such an Incredible person. Gone too soon, but never forgotten.
Ricky June 1.09
January 19, 2010
Ricky May 2008
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Ricky & family May 2008
January 19, 2010
Ricky on set Blue Mountain State Jan 27.09
January 19, 2010
Ricky at football practice June 5.09
January 19, 2010
Ricky & Roxanne Dec 31, 08
January 19, 2010
Ricky & brother Jason Sept 2008
January 19, 2010
2007.08.08 Lake Louise
January 19, 2010
Keith Lynch
January 17, 2010
Hey bro didnt know you but I just finished watching Blue Mountain State and saw your name so decied to look you up and turned out you were one promising football player.
R.I.P Ricky.
Bobby Walker
January 13, 2010
Didnt know you but watched you play the whole football world lost a great player and even though its been months since you passed no one has forgotten you
R.I.P. Ricky
Barry Berkwitt
January 12, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Jerry Williams
January 12, 2010
didnt kno u but i had just finished watching blue mountain state and at the end of the episode it said in loving memory of your name so im just paying respects to someone who never got a chance to live a full life RIP Ricky
frank ,pauline capannelli
October 24, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
r b
August 27, 2009
Hi,
I read the Gazette and though didnt know Ricky personally was very very sad...by all accounts he was a great person and has left behing a huge void, wish the Zieba family strength, God Bless
Jean-François Girard
August 3, 2009
Je viens tout juste d'apprendre le décès de Ricky ! Repose en paix Ricky sa ma fait térriblement de peine même si on a jouer seulement quelque fois ensemble au chalet. Tu étais un modèle pour moi !
christopher karambelas
July 21, 2009
Dear Richard,
My eyes are filled with tears and my hands tremble as I type these words. I did not know your son nor do I know you very well- Yet, the story I just read of your most tragic loss is heavy on my heart. I like you am the proud father of two sons. They and their sister are my biggest achievement. From what I read it is very apparent you and Nikki raised two very fine young men. Ricky was surrounded by people who adored and loved him. There are no words, no explanation that can take away your pain. All we have is the hope of tomorrow. May the love that surrounds you in this tumultuous time be with you forever. I will pray for you.
Michel (Mike) Wachniuc
July 20, 2009
Dear Richard,
It has been such a long time and Frank gave me the sad news. It also reminded me of the time we spent which I hiope your son had at least the same time.
I send to you Richard,Nikki and Jason my prayers and that you be blessed through these very sad times for your family.
maggie baxter
July 15, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki & Jason
My deepest sympathy. God's blessings to all of you during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Maggie (Jeannine's sis)
Frank Ruszczynski
July 12, 2009
No parent should have to bear the pain of losing a child.......it is the nitemare we all dread as parents. What little rewards we all have from their up-bringing is quickly over-shadowed by such tragic events.
Our thoughts are with you.
We regret not having attended the ceremony (Just found out yesterday - July 11th)
Frank,Joanne,Erika,Daniel
Joe Verdecampo
July 10, 2009
To the Zieba family,
I was just informed about this tragic loss. I was lucky enough to have coached Ricky at Lakeshore. He was a fantastic person, a great teammate and a very talented athlete.
Please accept my condolences. My family will be sure to include Ricky and your family in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Joe Verdecampo and the Verdecampo Family
Loana Housey
July 6, 2009
I'd like to send my deepest sympathies to the Zieba family. My thoughts and
prayers are with you and all the loved ones Ricky has left behind. I didn't know him personally but he obviously was a wonderful son and great friend to all. I wish you all the strength and courage to get through this most difficult time.
Loana, Joe, Jason and Justin Housey
July 5, 2009
Richard, Jason, and Nikki,
My deepest sympathies go out to all of you. Both myself, and Scott have had the opportunity to meet Ricky a couple of times concerning the infamous barrel crusher!! What a charming and genuine soul he had...he was a true gentleman. His loss is terrible, but as a strong family, you will pull through it. My heart goes out to you all. Please know that we are all there for you should anything come up.
All our thoughts and prayers are with you...
Dave Boyer
Scott Strawser
Michael Garmaise
July 4, 2009
To Ricky's family -
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the sudden and terrible loss of your son, whom I knew when I was one of his English teachers at Vanier. I am greatly moved by so many eloquent and loving tributes written in his memory. You are clearly a wonderful family who raised a cherished and terrific son and brother.
Juliane Farruggia
July 4, 2009
Ricky was a beautiful person, inside and out. Unfortunately I did not know him for very long, only a week together on a cruise, but he made a lasting impression that I will never forget. May God bless you and your family. I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss and hope that you keep strong and hold dear all of the great memories of Ricky.
July 2, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki, and Jason:
I'd like to send my sympathies to the Zieba family at this difficult time. My heart hurts for your family and I could not imagine what you are going through at this moment. Just know that your son Ricky was truly a special individual with a huge heart. He serves as an inspiration to all, we we dearly miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the loved ones Ricky has left behind.
Marlene Paquette
July 1, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki and Jason,
It's with a heavy heart I am expressing my thoughts to you Nikki, on how beautifully you spoke about your beloved Ricky. Your strenght, courage and love gave everyone an inspriration that you have as a loving mother, and the importance of family and friends. To cherish every moment of our lives, as Ricky would have wanted for his devoted family and all his wonderful friends.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Richard and Jason.
Gaetan, Marlene, Anthony & Michael
Barbara Pardiak-Gibbins
July 1, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki and Jason,
My heartfelt sympathies to your entire family. You will be in my prayers during this time of loss. I have been reading the comments expressed by so many of Ricky's friends. I didn't know him personally but he obviously was a wonderful son and great friend to all. May you have the strength to move forward and continue living your lives to the fullest as I am sure that is what Ricky expects and wants for you.
In his loving memory,
June 30, 2009
To ricky's familly,
please accept all my sympathies. Ricky was and still is an inspiration to many
Amanda Weil
June 30, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki, and Jason,
My heart is hurting so much for you all right now. Ricky was truly an amazing person. Everyone who knew him loved him and I feel blessed to have known him so well. He was witty, charming, so unbelievably strong, and very kind. We travelled Europe together in grade 11 and I fell for him instantly. I loved watching his football games and I always admired your entire family for supporting him so much in what he loved to do.
His smile will continue to light up this world as he will never ever be forgotten. May you find comfort in all the love that surrounds you and in knowing that Ricky and Roxanne are together again. My thoughts are with you. xox
Anonymous
June 30, 2009
Richard, Nikki and Jason, you guys are the strongest people I have ever met. I can't even imagine what all the family and close friends are going through. Such a beautiful and moving ceremony and reception. I wish you three all the strength in the world and to continue living life to the fullest just like Ricky would want you guys to. I really believe that he is up there with Roxanne watching and protecting you. My deepest sympathies and sorrows go out to all who Ricky left behind.
Steven Petrone
June 30, 2009
To the Zeiba family,
There are no words to describe what you are feeling at this present time during your loss. Ricky will always be looking over you forever.
We wish to extend our deepest condolensces. May he rest in peace.
(Ricky and I played Lakeshore football together for many years)
Steven Petrone and family
Pearl Kezele
June 30, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Jennifer Marleau
June 29, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki and Jason...my thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow...Ricky is another bright star in the sky who will guide you through life and look after all 3 of you..I remember Ricky's little smile like it was yesterday when i used to babysit him almost 18 years ago with Jason....thinking of you all
Jeremy
June 29, 2009
My Future Sister in law was a good cousin of Ricky, you have many people that pray for Ricky Zieba.
Jeremy
McAllen, Texas.
Simon Collins
June 29, 2009
Dear Nikki, Richard & Jason,
Words cannot convey my sympathy to you all. I cannot fathom such a great loss as yours. It was a bitter sweet re acquaintance under such terrible circumstances. Thirty years is a lifetime but Nikki your eyes still sparkle as I remember. Richard, you are still the soft spoken gentleman I recall. Jason, you are without doubt, the product of the two beautiful people who, through eternal love have raised you to be an outstanding young man. I only wish I had met Ricky. I'm sure he would have had some great stories such as your uncle Rick and I spun back in the day. Through all of this, I have learned to cherish my own loved ones more each passing day. No moments should ever be wasted.
God Bless
Jenn Hopper
June 29, 2009
To Ricky's many friends and loving family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 29, 2009
Dear Richard,Nikki and Jason.
Although I did not know your son Richard, it came as a shock to me when my mother told me of the tragedy. I too have a son a few years older than Richard, and I could only imagine what you and your family are going through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mario and Anna Carpanzano
Subrina Lara
June 29, 2009
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. I never had the opportunity to meet Ricky but as a Mother I can only imagine what you are going through. Keep the memories of Ricky close to your heart.
Subrina - Family RV
Cathie, Gary, Erin, Ryan & Robbie Bradford
June 29, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. The service today was breath-taking to see all the young & old people that Ricky had touched in his short life time.
Howard Maritzer
June 29, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki and Jason,
We are all deeply sadden to hear about the loss of your son. Our condolences are with you.
Kevin Shephard
June 29, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 29, 2009
Nikki, Richard and Jason,
There are no words to express how sad we feel for the loss of your son, brother, friend. Never in a million years did we ever think we would be writing to you today for this huge loss. We cannot imagine the pain you are suffering internally, but we want you to know that we are hurting too as Ricky was a special man with a truly magnetic personality.
Everything said about him over the last few days is so very true. He was a remarkable, genuine person with so much to live for and offer. I wish his time with us would have been longer to learn from him and share with him.
Jason, we want you to know that we will always be there for you. I have come to realize over the years that those who do not have sibilings have many friends and sometimes fail to realize how much they care about us. Know that we care about you and seeing you cry with so much pain hurt us both terribly.
Words cannot express how much we love and respect you all. You are truly an amazing family.
Keep strong and let us pray together for Ricky. Afterall, he is not alone he is with Roxanne.
Laura Palestini & Gino Sacco
Maria Arcobelli Sacco
June 29, 2009
You are in our prayers and thoughts. Deepest sympathies to the family.
Arcobelli Sacco Family
Les F
June 29, 2009
To,Richard & the whole Zieba,family please accept our condolences on the tragic loss of your son.I am very sorry to hear news like this. Our thoughts are with you all.
Christine Perry
June 29, 2009
Dear Richard,Nikki and Jason,
'You will never have a greater gift than the years shared with your son,Ricky.
He will be missed with a grief beyond all tears for you all.'
I pray that our Lord will bless you greatly on your road to recovery and pray also to our Mother Mary , who also lost her son, our Saviour,for you to feel the constant love and presence of your beloved Ricky.
Old friends of Terry & Bob
Christine Perry & Allan Rolling
Paolo Bargelletti
June 29, 2009
Dear Family,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Ricky was always a pleasure to deal with and our memories of him will always be with us.
On behalf of the Spinelli Lexus Family
June 28, 2009
My heart aches for all of you. Lean on each other for love and support. My deepest sympathies.
Rosa,Lisa and Melanie Barbusci
Pierre Dubois
June 28, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carol Aubertin
June 28, 2009
Dear Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss, my prayers will be with you.
Carol Aubertin and son Ryan Elkin
Lilly Bonarek
June 28, 2009
Dearest Richard, Nikki and Jason,
My deepest condolences.May God bless you all in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Lilly
June 28, 2009
Ricky was a man of outstanding character that went well beyond his twenty two years. He was quick to smile and was always a joy to be around. I was very honored and fortunate to have been able to coach him on the football field but I was blessed to have known him off the field. His life although too short for such a great person will be remembered for a very long time. My thoughts and prayers are with his family in these trying times.
Luc Pelland Concordia Football
June 28, 2009
Dearest Richard,Nikki and Jason
Life is not always fair loosing a son
at such a young age.
There are no words to express the sorrow we are feeling for the loss of Ricky.He will be greatly missed;the lake will never be the same without our "athletic guy "
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob,Diane and Oliver Proulx
June 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michelle Daines
June 28, 2009
My dearest Nikki and Richard and Jason,
You are in my prayers. Which words could explain the why and how of God's love, how this could happen. May angels wipe your tears and help you pass through this most difficult time of your lives.
June 28, 2009
To Richard, Nikki and Jason;
In our small family we feel the loss of Ricky as if he were our son. Our thougths and prayers will be with you through this most difficult of times.
Doug, Tina, Andrew, Natasha, Damian and Joey (Harvey)
Nikki Zieba
June 28, 2009
My dearest baby, I am so very sorry it took so long to find you, you suffered so much. My heart will never stop aching, you were an amazing man. A magnet that drew people close together. My hero. You were a natural leader, What can I say that could make this tragedy simpler to understand!! We all had the greatest admiration for you Ricky and what you stood for. You were free, an athlete, a unique person that always knew what you wanted and went for it. Loyal and trustworthy, honest, kind, there are not enough words in my head right now. It’s too hard, this is not fair. As we all know, life throws us many obstacles that we have to overcome and try to understand. Why now, why this, why to me, or why to us. Will we ever understand? You are a hard person to measure up to, you set the bar high just like we taught you. I’ve always admired you and will never stop. We did good. We were the most blessed parents and Jason had the best brother ever, his pain is so hard, give him strength, He still needs you. We all hurt so much. I will miss our football discussions, so funny how we share that. Now you left us Vito to help us deal with this horrible pain, our hearts are shattered to pieces, what do we do baby. We are consumed by grief, it’s overwhelming. Now we must make you proud one more time, baby, I will hold you in heaven, wait for me with Roxy. Now rest in peace. Sleep baby, sleep, I love you forever. Mom xoxoxoxo
Priya Beepat
June 27, 2009
Dear Mr and Mrs Zieba and Jason,
I did not know Ricky very well but I saw him often at my brother, Anthony Beepat's house. From what I saw and heard about him, he was a wonderful, caring, loving person and will be deeply missed by everyone. Ricky was an Angel to you and he is one right now, looking down from high above and smiling. Although, he is not here is body, he will always live on in sprit. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda Laplante DeAguiar
June 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Donna Feeley
June 27, 2009
Dear Nikki,
I am so sorry that you have to endure the devastating loss of your cherished son Ricky. My heartfelt condolences are with you and your family.
Jeannine Aubertin
June 27, 2009
Dear Nikki, Richard and Jason,
Our mutual friend Alan called me this morning with the very sad news of the loss of your beloved son and brother. You have my deepest sympathy and may God help you find the strength and courage through this most difficult time.
Your friend,
Valerie Fischer
June 27, 2009
Although I didn't know Ricky all that well, the news of his tragic death left a mark on me. He has made me remember that life is to precious. My deepest condolences to the Zieba family. May you rest in peace Ricky with your love.
The Weigensbergs
June 27, 2009
To The Zieba Family,
Our hearts ache for your tremendous loss and your unbearable pain. As parents we sympathize with you and hurt for your childrens' anguish. As young adults, the last few days have been impossible to believe and overwhelming. We hope that the support from your family and friends will comfort and help you. We are so sorry for the monumental loss of your incredible son and brother, Ricky... he will be hugely missed.
Very sincerley, Elayne, Cary, Jamie, Mandy and Shane Weigensberg
June 27, 2009
dear family
Michael Lewis
June 27, 2009
Dear Rick Sr.,
So sorry to hear the news of your loss. I did meet Ricky once at your cottage a few years ago when I bumped into you as I was kayaking in L'Esterel. I informed Tina who once babysat him some 20 years ago (she is now in Colorado). I also spoke today with our mutual pal Bob in Lunenburg. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. The article in the newspaper this morning tells me all I need to know about Ricky as a fine young man!
Alexes Papadopoli
June 27, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss. I did not know Ricky but many of my friends did. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Erica and Hilly Diamond
June 27, 2009
Dear Nikki, Richard and Jason,
There are no words at the moment to express our deep pain and sadness for your family. We are Kara and Bruce's good friends and perhaps you remember us from Florida. I do remember Ricky even from our brief time together at the 2080. He was warm, SO handsome and very kind. We only hope that with each passing day, your pain begins to wane as you slowly start to heal. If ever you need anything, please never hesitate to reach out. You are constantly in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Erica and Hilly Diamond
June 27, 2009
Dear Nikki, Richard and Jason,
There are no words to express our sadness and pain for your family. We are Kara and Bruce's good friends, and perhaps you remember my husband and I from Florida at the 2080. Please know you are constantly in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. We only hope that with each passing day, your pain eases slightly as you try to heal. If ever you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Cindy Hass
June 27, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
ISIDORE BARILLARO
June 27, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Brian and Sara Kemp
June 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family during this difficult time.
Tina Scardochio
June 27, 2009
To Ricky's family and friends,
I did not know Ricky personally although I went to school with Roxanne. I was shocked when I heard the news; now they will be together.
I send out my most heartfelt sympathies to all those whose lives have been touched by Ricky. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephen & Lucy Mazzola
June 27, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki and Jason,
We send you our heartfelt sympathy at this very sad time in your lives. Words cannot express how we feel, but we will keep you all in our prayers and may God, your family and friends help you to get through this terrible ordeal.
Rest assured that our thoughts are with you today.
Anna Trapani
June 27, 2009
My condolences to you and your family. Life does not make sense and losing someone as young and loving as Ricky is tragic.I am so sorry for your loss. Faith consists in believing when it is beyond the power of reason to believe. You have to believe that Ricky was here for a reason and your connection could never be broken. There is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.
June 27, 2009
Phil Certosini
June 27, 2009
Dear Nikki, Richard & Jason,
We want you to know that our prayers are with you and send you our deepest sympathies.
Sincerely,
Phil, Cynthia, Matteo, Nic & James Certosini
France Caissy
June 27, 2009
Dear Family,
There is no words we can think off at this time that can bring you comfort too such tragedy, please know that you are in our prayers. I hope you can found some small comfort on this famous poem.
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
France caissy ( mother of Cedric Ferdinand)
terri & bob and cousins sokolowski
June 27, 2009
We will love you forever.
john quinn gibbon
June 27, 2009
Your on God's team now,Heaven just got a great Linebacker.
Gonna miss you,
John/Kim/Myles
Alain Gagné
June 27, 2009
Dear Richard, Nikki and Jason,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
I wish you all the strength and courage to get through this difficult time and my prayers will be with you all so that you may find peace.
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