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Ward; Richard Guy

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WARD – Richard Guy, 75, of Blandford, passed away suddenly in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, on Thursday, February 13, 2020.
Born in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, he was the son of the late Richard R. and Philippa (Johnson) Ward.
Richard was one of the owners of Ward’s Flower Shop in Liverpool for many years and then went on to do flowers and wedding cakes from home. Richard worked as a print operator at Langille’s Print in Bridgewater for many years, retiring from there in the late 1980’s.
Richard was an active member of both the Liverpool and Greenfield areas while living in Greenfield. Being a member of the church choirs in both areas, a barbershop group in Liverpool and one of the founding members of the Greenfield Four singing group in Greenfield. He was also an honorary member of the Greenfield Fire Department.
He then settled in Blandford for many of the last years of his life, where he was an active and well loved member of the community and volunteered in both Blandford and Chester. He was a member of the choir at the Chester United Baptist Church, a founding member of the singing group The Carpenter’s Brothers and the President of the Sea Siders Seniors Group in Chester.
Richard is survived by his daughter, June LeBlanc (Ken Wyatt), of Port Medway; his granddaughter, Brooke Lawson (Austin Selig), of Caledonia; and sisters, Sylvia (Michael) Langille and Theresa “Terry” Dorey.
Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by his partner, Robert “Rob” Jones.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A celebration of Richard’s life will be held at the Chester United Baptist Church, 84 King Street, Chester, NS on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a gathering of family and friends from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Blandford Community Centre. Burial will be held at a later date. Donations in Richard’s memory may be made to Chester United Baptist Church, the Blandford Community Centre or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  1. Sue Conrad

    June and family,
    So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.
    From Sue and Moyal and the members of the Greenfield and District Fire Department

  3. Charlotte and Bobby Kelley

    June, Sylvia, Terry and families. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Richard. May you keep the wonderful memories of him close as you deal with the difficult days ahead. Sending our love and prayers to all.

  4. Crystal Conrad

    Very sorry to hear the news of Richards passing, my sincere heartfelt condolences going out to you all.

  5. Barbara Brooks

    My Sincere Condolences to Terry, Sylvia and Richard’s Family.
    There are so many wonderful memories over the years for the family to remember and cherish.
    Richard will be missed, his singing voice was amazing, enjoyed by all who heard it.
    He was a quiet and fun seeking man, we enjoyed our friendship over the years.
    Rest In Peace, Richard.❤️Barbara Brooks

  6. Glenna and Victor

    June and family…. we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all …. our memories are our greatest treasures ❤️

  7. SYLVIA FOREBS

    SO SORRY TO HEAR OF RICHARDS PASSING.HE WAS A GREAT GUY.ALWAYS HAD A MIN.TO HAVE A CHAT.
    R.I.P MY FRIEND.

  9. Murray & Myrna Wigglesworth

    Sylvia and families – We were very sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I remember him as one of my sisters Sherri friends from school. Please accept our sincere condolences.

  11. Denise Peterson-Rafuse

    I am in shock to lose my dear friend Richard. Please know June that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I was blessed to know your kind, caring and special father. When your Dad sang in the Chester United Baptist Church Choir and he saw me in church he would always make eye contact with me, nod his head and smile. In return I would give him a wink or blow him a little kiss. When church concluded he would come down from the choir loft and give me a hug and we would have a quick catch up on what we had been doing. I will continue to honor my friend when I am in our church by looking at his seat in the choir and I will discreetly blow him a little kiss.

  12. Millie Clements

    I was so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I have many good memories of growing up together in the Pre-Fabs. Terry and Sylvia, please accept my condolences and know I will be thinking of you on the weekend. Mildred Clements

  14. David F. Large

    June, Sylvia, Terry, and family,

    The memories of close four part harmonies in sacred and barbershop will always be with those who had the experience of creating same with Richard’s fine, true tenor voice. Music was his life and he generously contributed his talents widely. We will remember his time with us with a smile and kind thoughts. Our thoughts are with his family at this time of sadness and loss.

    David

  15. Bucky and Donna Norman

    Sincere condolences to all Richards family. May your memories help you through this hard time and keep him in your hearts forever.

  16. Dawn Saulnier

    I use to sing in the Baptist church choir Chester NS so heartbroken I am I just can’t believe this I will truly miss him

  17. Marjorie Speed Powell

    Dear Terry, Sylvia and Richard’s Family,

    I was very sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I knew him through his musical talents and it was always a special Sunday service at Zion when he was our guest soloist. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Marjorie

  18. David Sheppard

    My condolences to the family. Richard was a wonderful man with agreat sense of humor. He will
    Surely be missed. RIP Richard

  19. Emily Woodworth

    So sorry to hear this, condolences to the family. Worked with Richard at many Blandford Community Centre events. He will be missed.

  20. Shirley and Paul Shot

    To Richards family:  All things must pass, but not all are missed. Richard will be! In a world of motley characters, he was one of the ‘good’ guys, positive and friendly, generous in spirit and acts, and always ready and willing to chat. No doubt he is having a good gab right now with the Big Guy upstairs and getting his seat in the choir. Our condolences to his family, in the knowledge that he has no doubt left you a great many positive memories.
    You will carry his Love in your hearts always!

  22. Sara Dorey

    So very sorry to hear about Richard’s passing. He was a well loved member of my Dad’s choir at the Chester United Baptist Church. I will forever remember him as kind and quick to laugh.

  23. Cathy Wentzell

    Sylvia, Terry, and Family
    I am very sorry for your loss.
    Please know you are being thought of
    and included in my prayers.
    Cathy Wentzell

  24. Jennifer Willoughby

    Richard was one of the first people I met when I moved here from Ontario in 2006 and he introduced me to many people that first New Years Eve dance that I went to. I always enjoyed kidding around with him at the many events we worked at or attended. He will be greatly missed.

  25. John W. Chandler Q.C.

    The suddenness of Richard’s passing shocked us. My wife, Susan thoroughly enjoyed the spirit and camaraderie of singing in the CUBC choir with Richard. While we will be unable to attend services,we offer our sympathy to the family. It was our joy and privilege to walk part way with him along the King’s highway.

    John W. Chandler Q.C.

  27. Charlie Greer

    Charlie and Bon Greer
    June and family we are so very sorry to hear the passing of Richard. He was a great friend, I remember the trips that we made to different Churches as the Quartet.His singing voice will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences go out to you and your family June

  28. Bev and Curtis McDonald

    Richard the “tea and coffee guy” at breakfasts and suppers in the Blandford Community Centre. He was so good at meeting the diners and making small talk. We shall also miss his voice at special choir services and concerts in Bayswater.

  29. Carol Smith

    Dear Terry and family,
    So sorry you have lost your brother Richard.
    May God bring you all comfort at this sad time. Wayne and I send our love and prayers.
    Carol and Wayne Smith.

  30. Rose Mooers

    My deepest sympathy to Terry, Sylvia & June.
    I’ve known Richard most of my life and recently ran into him at Wal-Mart and had a nice conversation.
    He sure will be missed.
    God bless you all.

  31. Diane Smith

    Sylvia and Terry and family,
    I was so very sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your great memories help you through this sad time.
    Diane Smith
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  32. The Rev. Randy and Debbie Townsend

    We express our sympathy and offer our condolences on the loss of your loved one, our friend, Richard.

    We hold fond memories of Richard and Bob from our days in Blandford – they were great neighbours. We kept in touch regularly after our move. Richard was a God-send to the Anglican Parish of Blandford during our tenure in the community – his gift of voice and friendship was much appreciated.

    May he rest in peace and rise in glory

  33. Diane and Donald White

    Terry , Sylvia and June and families our thoughts are with you all at this heartbreaking time.

    Sincere condolences,
    Diane and Donald White

  34. cheryl schnare

    My condolences to Richard’s family. He was a friend and a wonderful community member, always willing to help in any way. He will certainly be missed in our community.

  35. Myrna Crouse

    June, Brooke, Sylvia & Terry:
    Was shocked to read of Richard’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult days. The last time I saw him was just before Christmas when Juna & I were in Wal-Mart and he had hugs for both of us. He did have a beautiful tenor voice and I’ll always remember it. Take care and love to all.
    Myrna

  36. Lorna McKay

    Claudia and myself Lorn, June we are so very sorry to hear about your dad’s. Passing . Richard was our buddy. We were involved in many events and very happy to be there.we will miss him dearly

  37. Jim and Lynda adams

    Jim and I are heart broken to learn we have lost a dear friend. Rich and I loved singing together. And
    Of course Jim and I worked together with Rich for many years at jymline. He was indispensable to us for a very long time. He created the floral arrangements at our daughters wedding. We loved both him and Rob. He will be greatly missed.

  38. Ken Mosher

    Terry and Family

    Sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. Sincere condolences to the family.

    Ken Mosher and Shirley Frank

  39. Robert & Sally Fader

    Terry, Sylvia & family:
    So very sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. Sending our condolences at this very sad and difficult time.

  40. Cecil g.Publicover

    I was saddened by the passing of Richard,
    I haven’t seen him for 4 years when he
    was @ my 80th birthday party.He was a kind
    kind,gentle and cheerful man.
    He will be missed by all his friends&family.
    and daughter June&family.
    Rest in peace.
    Cecil&Ronald Publicover

  41. Joan McInnis

    To Richard’s family and friends, I am so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He was such a nice gentleman and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him I’m sure. I don’t know any of you but I send my sincere sympathy and condolences. Richard used to come to the Hubbards Area Lions Club where I’m a member to our Fish Fry and seniors lunches and was a very well liked person and friend. He will be missed.

  42. Lewis & Darlene Bowmaster

    June & family,
    So sorry to hear about your father, everytime I saw him he always had time to have a chat
    & always gave me a big hug! He will be missed.

  43. Brenda and Bob Lohnes

    Terry, June and families: Our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May he be welcomed to sing in the heavenly choir forever.

  44. Wayne Lovett

    Sorry to hear of Richard;s passing.. I knew Richard for many years and always enjoyed a laugh or two.
    when we would see each other. I will miss ,those times. Rest in peace my friend

  45. Willis & Corina

    Sending heartfelt condolences to all…Keep his memories close to the heart and they will bring you comfort in the days ahead…Rest Easy

  46. Marlene Robart

    Sincere condolences June, to you and your family in the loss of your father. Many happy times were shared with Richard when travelling with the Greenfield Four and attending Barbershop competitions. He loved his music and volunteering his time to community efforts. He will be greatly missed. God bless..

  47. Ruth Anne Zwicker & Kevin Cole

    Sylvia, Terry and all Richard’s family,

    So sorry for your loss. Sending sincere condolences. Take care.

  48. Pam miller

    June it is with great sadness to be writing this condolence reg and myself are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad .He was a wonderful man with so much love for you all. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him .

  49. Richard &Lynne Wolfe

    when in Greenfield Richard was a good friend game for anything we all had a lot of laughs sure did miss him when he left and often thought of him so sorry that he is gone Sending sincere condolences. and God Bless
    Richard &Lynne Wolfe

  50. Darlene (Roy) Connolly,

    June, Terry, Sylvia and families –

    So sorry to read that Richard had passed. Had known Richard since he made
    the floral arrangements for my wedding (1971). Being a guest at the wedding,
    he took a few very nice pictures which he gave to Bill and I. Got to see him
    again a few years ago at the Milton Hall. Had a nice chat. We never forgot
    one another. He was a fine, kind gentleman. Remember you always have memories!

  51. Melina Fougere

    I am heartbroken to read this today months after your passing. I love you so much. Give Rob a big hug from me. xoxo

    Please accept our deep condolences.

    Melina, John and Shelby

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