It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Landry of Logan Lake, BC. Richard passed away at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC, on Monday, January 11th, 2016 at the age of 70.

Richard is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol Landry (Brown) from Avondale, Newfoundland, his daughters, Micheline (Sylvain Pinard) and Kerri Ann (Seth Bartman), his many brothers and sisters and brothers and sisters –in-law, nieces and nephews as well as many relatives and friends.

Richard was born on April 16, 1945 in Nouvelle, QC to Edmond Landry and Simone Sleigher. Richard spent most of his working life in the mining industry and worked across Canada from Labrador City, NF to Pine Point, NWT. He spent the final years of his career at Highland Valley Copper in Logan Lake where he worked as a pipefitter from 1983 to 2009.

Richard was known for his kindness and his caring for others. Regardless of the situation, he always approached life with a smile and a positive attitude. As a union and community activist, he was always ready to lend a helping hand or be a voice for those in need. He enjoyed being a mentor to young people and helping them find opportunities both in the community and at work. He was never short on good advice based on his own life’s experiences.

An avid hunter and fisherman, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends at the lake or at a favourite hunting spot. He always had a good story to tell about that big fish or the size of that moose. He always told his story with a smile and a twinkle in his eye, a sure sign of just a little exaggeration.

A wonderful loving and supportive husband and father, a true friend and an outstanding member of the community, his departure has left a huge gap in so many lives. With his huge smile and sunny disposition, heaven is now a little bit brighter.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Friday, January 15th, 2016 at The Logan Lake Community Church, with a reception to follow. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Richard’s life.
In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to make a donation may do so to the Kamloops Royal Inland Hospital Renal Unit through the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation.

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Royal Inland Hospital, especially those who took care of Richard in the renal unit. Their kindness and support will always be remembered.

On-line condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

• Date : 2016-01-11
• Location : Kamloops British Columbia