BRISTO; RICHARD ALDEN at the age 73 years passed peacefully with his loving wife of over 50 years at his side. Richard’s desire was to share God’s love and joy while delighting in everywhere that his journey through life took him. Born in Brantford, Ontario to the late Alden & Velma (Bowerman) Bristo, Richard was ever the adventure seeker, he was a pioneer at ice road trucking and later at helicopter logging as well as owner-operator of a heavy rescue tow truck which he, himself, constructed before God’s call led him into ministry. He pastored for 38 years in churches from the West Coast on Vancouver Island to the East Coast on Nova Scotia’s South Shore and Bow Island, Medicine Hat & Edmonton, Alberta in between. After retiring, he discovered the joy of cruising with Susan to many countries across both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. “Well, I’ve never been here before!” was frequently on his lips. Richard and Susan enjoyed camping and Richard was a volunteer campground host for Nova Scotia Provincial Parks.
Richard is lovingly remembered by his wife Susan (Elliott); son Matthew Bristo of Vancouver BC & daughter Mavis Aubichon of Cumberland B.C, grandchildren Brody & Ayrienna MacGregor & Jaidin Aubichion, He is also survived by his brother Dudley (Carolyn) Bristo, sister Joy (Don) Archer, nephews Kerry (Marion) Bristo, Shawn, Tyrone and Matthew Bristo & nieces Sharleen (Richard) Gatecliffe & LoriAnne (Ted) Dier all of Ontario.
He was predeceased by his brother David Bristo & infants: brother Charles and grandson Jade.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A celebration of life will be held Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in Bridgewater Baptist Church. Doors will be open at 1:15 for registering as per COVID-19 precautions. All those attending are requested to bring their own mask, practice social distancing and hand sanitize. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Queens General Hospital Auxiliary, the Food Bank or a local Baptist church would be appreciated. Please share your memories & condolences to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Lloyd Dexter
Susan and Family, We are so sorry to learn of Richard’s passing. Although we only knew him for a short time, he had a special place in our hearts. I enjoyed our Wed. morning chats over coffee, at our church in Brooklyn. Please know you are
in our thoughts and prayers.
Phaedra and Jamie
We are so sorry to hear of Richard’s loss. We remember with fondness his kindness and gentle nature especially as the officiant at our wedding. Susan – prayers and love to you and the rest of your family at this difficult time.
Jim & Kelly Dominix
Susan,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We are keeping you in our prayers.
George & Pat
Oh my , that comforting , yet hint of devilish grin….what a lovely picture ….
Dear Susan & family…we were so sorry to see this….George & I thought very highly of both of you during your time with us @ Brooklyn Baptist ….
May you be blessed with your beautiful memories to comfort you as you move forward after the loss of Richard ….I know we will always remember him as a sincere , caring , humble man who shared his love of God so gently….
Our prayers & sincere condolences are with you …
George & Pat
Len & Barb Wile
Dear Susan and family. We were saddened to hear of Richard’s passing. You and he certainly lived a full life. We enjoyed his and your ministry in Brooklyn and Liverpool. We are assured with the peace in knowing that he is home today with our Savior. You all remain in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all as we continue to ask the Holy Spirit’s peace and comfort both now and in the difficult days to come. God Bless with Christian love. Len & Barb Wile.
Paul and Sandy Casey
Our deepest sympathies to you Susan and family. Richard was such a gentle soul and wonderful Man of God. He will sadly missed.
Susan&Charlie McFatridge
Susan and family we were so sad to hear of your loss….please know you are in our thoughts and prayers!
judy quinn
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS SUSAN AND FAMILY HE WAS VERY NICE PERSON HE WAS ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS
Barbara Naugler
Susan & Family ,, I was shocked to learn of Paster Richard,s passing .Our aguaintance was short but he always made my heart smile . I will remember him with love and a smile on my face .RIP with your Heavenly Father ..
Robert & Sally Fader
Dear Susan & family:
I was so shocked to read of Richard’s passing. Robert & I want to send you our sincerest condolences at this very sad & difficult time. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Vesta and Dennis Sorette
Susan
You have our deepest sympathy at the loss of Richard. Although we didn’t know him well we found him to be VERY friendly to us whenever we saw him at Bridgewater Baptist.
Darlene Trimm
Sorry for your loss. He was such a nice man to talk to, thinking of you at this sad time.
Judy and Harold Zwicker
Dear Susan and Family
We were so saddened to hear of Richards passing
He was a truly special man and will be missed by so many
Sending you and your Family our Deepest Sympathy at this most sad
And difficult time take care and God Bless you all
Judy and Harold
Marjorie Powell
Dear. Susan,
I was so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marjorie
Shirley and Paul Shot
Dear Susan and family, we were shocked when we read of Richards passing. He will be missed by his family and the many friends he made through his life. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings
Lynn Martin
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He was such a kind and caring person that I had briefly come to know. He will be sadly missed at Bridgewater Baptist Church. May God bless you and your family at this most difficult time.
Jane Hansen
We certainly enjoyed his ministry at Liverpool Baptist Church and remember his vitality and enthusiasm which reached beyond the pulpit. Our sincere condolences to his family
Jane and ESMAR Hansen
Amy Croft
My sincere condolences to you, Susan, and your family, on the loss of your husband Richard. Always remember your good times together. Amy
Rachel Dexter
Susan
Condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Judy and Maurice
Dear Susan, I had no idea Richard was so ill. We’re so sorry to hear of his passing. You will agree that cancer sucks. May God be with you through this .
Our deepest condolences to you.
Enid MacKay
My sincere sympathy on your loss.
While he was at Liverpool Baptist Church he would always make time to drop in the kitchen
to see who was on clean-up duty.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Enid M.
Letha Weagle
So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing Sending Prayers & Hugs
Members & Adherents of the Milton Baptist Church
Dear Susan and family, on behalf of the Milton Baptist Church, it saddens us to hear of the loss of our dear friend and Pastor Richard. Our prayers and thoughts are extended to you, and we seek God’s grace and peace to be with you as well. Richard was a very funny, kind and compassionate person. We always enjoyed his sermons which usually began with a joke or two. May God be with you in your time of sorrow and in the days ahead. Love and sincere condolences to you and your family.
June Smith
My sincerest condolences Susan….thinking of you at this most difficult time. Take care and hold your loved ones just a little longer.
Darlene and Frank Vaughn
So sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathies to you Susan and your family.
Rosalee Smith and Delphine Dexter
Susan, so sorry for your loss …Richard always brought a smile with him wherever he went! Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Dave & Ann Marie Forgeron
Dear Susan and Family, our deepest condolences.
We know that you have been deeply moved by the loss of Richard . During this trying time in your life, you are in our prayers, thoughts and in our hearts. Hoping that time will slowly erase the pain in your heart and unveil the memory of happy times. We were quite shocked upon reading of Richard’s passing in the Chronicle Herald. We will always remember him as a big and friendly gentleman whose company and yours we much enjoyed on several cruises. God bless you, Dave & Ann Marie Forgeron
Jean Strum
Dear Susan and family:
I was shocked to hear of Richard’s passing. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a fine minister and I enjoyed the time you both spent at Zion. Please accept my sincere condolences. I will keep you in my prayers. Try to remember the good times, it really does help.
Sincerely,
Jean Strum
Angela Morton Roy
Dear Susan and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your earthly loss of Richard. Knowing you will one day be reunited is a gift to hold on to.
Remembering you in prayer
Angela Morton Roy
Beatrice Delong
Dear Susan & Family: I was so sorry to read of Richard’s passing. My Sincere Condolences to you all at this sad time.
Grace & David Rafuse
We are still in disbelief over Pastor Richard’s passing. We know how hard he struggled not to leave. So many things yet to do,….so little time. Our hearts go out to his family and especially Susan in finding strength for the days ahead. It was a blessing to be in his presence. A kind and gentle man always putting others before self. He was impressive in stature and demeanour. Humour and humility were hallmarks of his makeup. Enjoyed all that he represented. We have lost a loving friend. Goodbye Richard from those of us left behind. May the Lord be with you always.
Frank and Jane Croft
Sending my Sincerest Condolences to you Susan and your family….May God be with you at this very sad time❤
Shelley, Claire, and Emma Gillis
Dear Susan and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. We remember his warmth and kindness, whether expressed with a bone-crushing handshake, or a booming “Hello, Sunshine”. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort until you meet again.
Valerie & Roger Wilcox
Dear Susan and family,
We were so very saddened to read of Richard’s passing.I remember from speaking with Richard that we shared the same age plus birthday month. It makes us so aware how precious life is, everyday is truly a gift! Our thought and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Marjorie Zwicker
Dear Susan – sending my very deepest sympathy to you and your family. I attended Bridgewater Baptist Church during Richard’s several weeks of pastoring there. I always appreciated his inspirational messages. He was a true man of God. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Marjorie Zwicker
Nancy Anthony
Dear Susan, my sincere sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Richard. Nancy
Joanne Acocella
Dear Susan,
We were saddened to learn of Richard’s passing.
I always enjoyed his services and being a part of them at Zion. He will be greatly missed by everyone that he touched throughout his wonderful life.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May the good Lord hold you in his hands and bring you lasting peace.
With love and sincere condolences
Joanne, Val & Nick Acocella
Barbara Burns
Susan,
So surprised and saddened to be reading this. May you be comforted by memories of happier times and the love of family and friends.Take care and know that your sorrow is shared by all who knew him.
Cynthia D Wilson
Susan , It is sad to think that people will no longer enjoy Richard’s beautiful smile . Susan I have been thinking and praying for you both this past month .May you feel God’s loving arms around you and may you experience His peace knowing Richard is with the Lord . Love and prayers, Cynthia Wilson
Gwen Rowe
Susan and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. He seemed a man full of joy, and his ministry continue to produce fruit for along time. May God comfort you.
Marlean Rhodenizer
In sympathy, Susan & family, We were shocked to hear of your loss. Our family relationship was only a few years, but
they were times of spiritual awareness of the close walk of a husband and wife team that loved and served the Lord.
I prefer to think of Richard smiling as he dwells in his new home in heaven. You have seen it happen over and over, the comfort that God gives to those like yourselves who trust in God’s promises. We pray for peace and comfort for
you all as you celebrate the home going of one of His saints. Sincere sympathy, Marlean Rhodenizer and family,
Barss Corner NS.
Cathie Billings
I am so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I will always remember him patiently waiting for you outside the office in the car while reading a book. He was always so friendly and his kind smile made me feel happy. I’m glad you both got to enjoy those cruises you took and had that time to enjoy and the memories.
mavis matthew brody ayrienna matt and jaidin,
It’s a small world after all.
Condolenses to our Ontario family and the many close friends gathered thru the years and from many places…
Brenda Molnar
Dear Susan, I was deeply saddened to hear of Richard`s passing. I had attempted to locate you and Richard after losing contact but never thought to look in the Nova Scotia Whitepages until Paul`s cousin, Eric Wickson, informed me this week, that you now live on the East Coast. Please accept my sincere condolences. Richard will always hold a special part of my heart. He was a great friend even though our paths crossed seldom after we married and he was a good friend to Paul. I will forever remember his laugh and his joyfulness which one couldn’t but feel happy in his presence. I am just so sad for your great loss but we know it won’t be long before we are all reunited. Richard was a devoted man to his family and to God, and that is a great tribute to him. You were his faithful companion and wife throughout your time together and I know he loved you and the children and I`m sure he was thrilled with grandchildren. Thoughts and prayers will continue for you and the family. Brenda
Lisa Dickie
I’m really sorry for your loss Susan and family. I loved his sense humour and how kind he was. I will keep him and all of you in my prayers.