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Stephen Albert
Richard – 95, passed
away peacefully early Thursday morning, February 1, 2024, at
Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Charlos Cove,
Guysborough County, he was a son of the late Walter and Gertrude
(Snyder) Richard.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Madalene (McNutt);
brothers, Billy, Pat, Donnie; sisters, Clara, Lockena, Pauline,
Maudie.
He is survived by his sister, Laura Geddes; sister-in-law,
Ruth McNutt; daughter, Monica (Dale) Bennicke; son, Darrell
«Butch» (Brenda) Richard; grandchildren, Tyler (Jasmine
Alexander) Bennicke, Sarah (Justin) Stewart, Josh (Reanne) Richard,
Jenni (Spencer) Keddy; great grandchildren, Chloe and Thea Stewart,
Millie and Cliff Keddy.
Stephen had many jobs, starting at the age of 13, including
at a lobster plant in Pictou, apple picking in the Valley, wheat
fields in Saskatchewan, driving taxi, Lewis Hat Factory,
Stanfield’s, Andy’s Tire Shop and he retired from
his favourite job at Wilson’s Equipment.
He was very proud of being a member of Bible Hill Volunteer
Fire Brigade with 70 years of service. He made many lifelong friends
playing golf, curling, and bowling. Steve and Madalene spent time
travelling to Cuba, cruises, exciting trips to Nashville, B.C, Alberta
and Nfld as well as their cottage at Economy. They raised their
children on Hillcrest Avenue with other family and the best of
neighbours who all remain connected by the bonds of shared
experiences. Steve enjoyed getting together to sit and tell stories
with family and friends.
Stephen’s family wish to thank the doctors, nurses
and other staff at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, along with VON
staff, especially CCA Tawnya, Marie Lewis LPN and the Huckleberry Lane
complex community, especially Sharon MacIntyre.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall –
Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Visitation will
be from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., followed by a
Firefighter’s Tribute Service at 1
p.m. and funeral service at 2 p.m. followed by
reception, all on Friday, February 9,
2024 at the funeral home. Spring interment in Bible Hill
Cemetery, 41 Warren Drive, Bible Hill. No flowers by request, please.
If so desired, donations in Stephen’s memory to a charity of
choice are welcomed. Tributes, words of comfort and memories of
Stephen may be shared at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
1929 2024
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