March 1, 1944 — July 11, 2023

It is with deep sadness that the family of Richard Hook announce his peaceful passing at the age of 79 on the afternoon of July 11, 2023. Rick was an avid horseman and prominent member of the BC Cutting Horse Association, inducted into the BCCHA Hall of Fame in 2001.

His greatest passion was training cutting horses and their riders. Rick was always willing to offer advice, help out and mentor those around him. He will be remembered by many.

If his passion was horses, his greatest joy was his family. In his retirement he loved to play cards, golf and pickleball; even more he enjoyed being in the background with a Louis L’Amour book in his hands, chuckling, and shaking his head at the antics of his family. Rick is survived by his loving wife and best friend Betty Manuel, who was his champion right up to the end, his children Darcie, Darla, Dana, Jinni, Jason, and his brother Harley, along with 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Rick was surrounded by love, giggles and silliness right up to his quiet passing in his own home. He will be greatly missed and loved always.

A celebration of life will be held at the Oasis Church, 1205 Rogers Way, Kamloops, at 12:00 pm, September 8, 2023

“We bow to him and hold up our lamps to light his way”

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC.

Condolences can be expressed at Schoening Funeral Service.

• Date : 2023-07-11
• Location : Kamloops