Monday, January 25, 2016 at 12:00 a.m.
Tanaka, Richard
Following a shockingly brief battle with cancer, RICHARD "RICK" ICHIRO TANAKA passed away peacefully in the company of family on Monday, January 18, 2016 at the age of 66 years. Richard lived in Lethbridge for most of his life and worked for the roofing department of Charlton & Hill for 40 years. After retiring, he kept busy with his roof inspection business as well as his many interests: trips to Vegas with the guys, time spent with his coffee crews, golfing, charitable work or following his love of racing and soccer. Though very humble, his generosity touched family, friends and numerous charitable organizations.
Following a shockingly brief battle with cancer, RICHARD "RICK" ICHIRO TANAKA passed away peacefully in the company of family on Monday, January 18, 2016 at the age of 66 years. Richard lived in Lethbridge for most of his life and worked for the roofing department of Charlton & Hill for 40 years. After retiring, he kept busy with his roof inspection business as well as his many interests: trips to Vegas with the guys, time spent with his coffee crews, golfing, charitable work or following his love of racing and soccer. Though very humble, his generosity touched family, friends and numerous charitable organizations.
Richard is survived by his wife Marlene, sons Craig and Chris (Kristina), step-son Chris (Mandi), step-daughter Leah (Karl), grandchildren Chayse, Eden, Malachai, Bailey, Eva, Eli, Morgan, Grace and Mak as well as his brother Gordon and sisters Elaine and Pat, mother-in-law Hahn Stowell and brother-in-law, Randy (Gloria) Stowell. Richard was predeceased by his first wife Rena, father Hiroshi, and mother Akiko.
The family would like to thank the health care team for their caring support, especially Doctors Ireland and Low.
Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Sunday, January 24, 2016 from 8:00 to 9:30 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the BUDDHIST TEMPLE OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA, 470 - 40 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, January 25, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Yasuo Izumi officiating.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers or koden, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lethbridge, 622 - 6th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0Z3
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Marlene and Family, we extend our deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of your husband, father and grand-father. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Rick was a great friend and will be sincerely missed! Sorry we cannot be there with you today as we are both under the weather, darn it!!!!
We were saddened to learn of Rick's untimely passing. Rest assured he has gone to a better place. I first met Rick in 1990, and spent many hours on roofs and skylights with him, including my own roof, following a disastrous hailstorm.in 1992. Rick's extensive knowledge and confident demeanour quickly put my mind at ease, with prompt repairs that have stood the test of time. Rck made a difference in others' lives, including mine, and he will be greatly missed. May you derive some comfort in knowing others share in your sorrow.. With sympathy and respect, Gary and Donna Meed
It is with extreme sadness that I send this message. I have been friends with Rick since 1988 when I started working at Charlton & Hill. Rick was always a kind, quiet and a very generous man. My deepest sympathy is sent to his wife Marlene and family. To find comfort, please remember the good times with Rick...That's how I will remember him...He was a good man taken too soon. My prayers are with you.
It is with extreme sadness that I send this message. I have been friends with Rick since 1988 when I started working at Charlton & Hill. Rick was always a kind, quiet and a very generous man. My deepest sympathy is sent to his wife Marlene and family. To find comfort, please remember the good times with Rick...That's how I will remember him...He was a good man taken too soon.
Marlene and family, we are so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. He was such a kind and wise man. We remember fondly the years in Coaldale when he coached the kid's soccer teams and when his home became our son's home at times. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Marlene and Family, We extend our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your husband, father and grand-father.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
I'm so sorry to hear about Richards passing. Now I know why you have been on my mind the past few days.
Marlene....I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With sincerest sympathy, Jeanne
Sorry to hear of Ricks sudden passing I was shocked. My thoughts are with you and all the family. Ricks coffee buddy he will be missed.
To the Tanaka family. We are very sorry to hear of Richard's passing. The Miyagawa reunions will be at a loss without him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marlene and family, We are sorry to hear of Ricks passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Marlene, We are in Australia, but just got an email from Joyce, terribly sorry to hear about Richards passing, See you when we get back George and Myrtle High
Marlene & Family We were shocked and saddened to hear of Richard's illness and death. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Yvonne & Harry