Obituary For Richard Fredrick Flette
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our husband, father, son, brother, and friend to many, Rick Flette on December 26, 2020. Rick passed away unexpectedly after doing what he loved; skating with the local kids on the neighborhood rink, enjoying some fresh air and hockey.
Rick was born in Calgary and raised in Grande Prairie, the city he loved and lived in for most of his life. He graduated from the Grande Prairie Composite High School before going on to earn a degree in political science through GPRC and the U of A. He returned to Grande Prairie to work for student services at GPRC. Then he moved to the Friendship Centre as Executive Director. After five years at the Centre he continued to exercise his passion for assisting the indigenous communities by taking a position with Community and Social Services at the Government of Alberta. While Rick was building his career at the GOA he found time to serve as a board member of the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre as well as being a trustee for the Native Friendship Foundation. In January 2021, Rick was looking forward to a new challenge with the Government of Alberta as Executive Director of Disability Programs for Northern Alberta. A roll in which he would have excelled.
On May 6, 2020 Rick and Ninette celebrated 20 years of marriage. They were the proud parents of two wonderful daughters, Michelle and Anna. Rick was delighted with his girls and spoke often of their many talents and accomplishments. Although there will be many future milestones that will endure his absence, he will always be with them in spirit.
Rick enjoyed many physical and mentally challenging activities. A recent passion of his was assembling models and woodworking. The latter to the benefit of family members who received many keepsakes. He was an enthusiastic ambassador for ‘The North’ and was the city’s and region’s biggest fan.
Rick is survived by his wife Ninette Laliberte, his daughters Michelle and Anna Flette. His parents Lawrence and Patricia, his brothers Mark (Colleen) and Michael (Laura). There are numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and too many friends to possibly mention.
If desired, donations may be made in honour of Rick to the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Care entrusted to Bear Creek Funeral Home 780-830-7742 www.bearcreekfuneral.com
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Richard Fredrick Flette 17/01/1962 26/12/2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Grande-Prairie, Province: Alberta