
WHYNOT – Richard “Ricky” Churchill, 65, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital on Sunday, June 28, 2020.
Born in Liverpool, Ricky was a son of the late Wm. Reginald and Marion Mae (Wagner) Whynot.
Ricky worked for Dagley’s Irving and was a former janitor for Brooklyn School. He worked at the Warehouse Store in Liverpool until he graduated from Shelburne Vocational School as a carpenter. Ricky also worked at the Recycling Depot. He had a passion for animals especially his dogs that were in his life. Hannah, Maggie, and Stella.
Ricky loved his country music, schooner beer, and Captain Morgan back in the day. He loved singing karaoke and he is well known for singing his favourite song Achy Breaky Heart. Ricky loved to build things, but his pride and joy was his granddaughter Emery Raelynn.
Ricky is survived by his daughter Amy (Sarah) Croxen of Brooklyn, his granddaughter Emery Raelynn Croxen; his sisters Patsy Whynot of Liverpool, Margaret (Carleton) Manthorne of Mill Village and Sharon (Adrien) Westlake of Western Head. His brothers St. Clair (Janet) and Peter (Joan) both of Liverpool and Stephen (Doreen) of Brooklyn.
Besides his parents, Ricky was predeceased by his wife Marsha (Lyle), his daughter Kellyann Lynn Whynot; sisters Barbara Fancy, Mae Awalt and Phyllis Soderstrom and brothers John “Jack”, Wilfred “Buzzy”, Paul, Clifford and Gilbert “Gillie”.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside memorial service will be held Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Bog Road, Liverpool. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. No flowers by request, donations to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.
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Donnie & Inez Shupe
Our deepest condolences to all of Ricky’s family!!
Eleanor Roberts
We would like to offer our condolences on Ricky’s passing.
Sherman, Eleanor and Jacob Roberts
Krista Zwicker
So sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing. He was a very big hearted man and I enjoyed my visits with him a lot. I hope he rests peaceful. Condolences to the family.
Elizabeth Langille
So shocked to hear of Rickys passing,condolences to all family memders
Adam & charmaine
You will be with your beautiful wife and daughter now. I cried for a few days I will miss your picking on me. I hope your at ease now uncle Ricky. Love you forever. Adam and charmaine.
Willis & Corina
To Amy, Sarah & Emery…words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of your dad & grandpa…we always enjoyed having a chat with Ricky when we went to Mom & Dads….and Stella coming to the car for a treat…well they are together again…I am so glad that he got to spend 10 months with Emery…the apple of his eye…cherish his memories and keep them close to the heart and they will bring you comfort in the days a head…REST EASY UNCLE RICKY
DON’T CRY FOR ME…
Don’t cry for me, I will be okay
Heaven is my home now,
and this is where I will stay.
Don’t cry for me, I am where I belong
I want you to be happy and try to be strong.
Don’t cry for me, It was just my time
but I will see you someday on the other side.
Don’t cry for me, I am not alone
The Angels are with me to welcome me home.
Don’t cry for me, for I have no fear
All my pain is gone, and Jesus wiped away my tears.
Don’t cry for me, this is not the end,
I’ll be waiting here for you, when we meet again!
Stephen & Sally (Lake) Belding
Our sincere condolence to Ricky’s family..his daughter and granddaughter..Growing up Ricky was always at our house..Ricky & and my brother Bobby were best friends. He was a very kind and caring person, and he could always say the funniest things to keep you laughing…Rest easy Ricky Liverpool has lost a very special guy..Our thoughts and prayers are with the family God Bless !
Charmaine Colp, Red Deer Alberta
I am going to miss my Christmas card I got from him every year. Would always visit when I got home. Rest easy Uncle Ricky. No more pain and suffering .
Jeanette ,Irving Whynot
Patty and all the family ,So sorry to hear of Ricky”s passing.Thinking of all the family at this sad time take care .
Kathy Vaillancourt
Jim and I are so sorry for the loss of Ricky. So young. Just so so sad
eldrige/Phyllis whynot&family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barry Roy
So sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing, he was always joking and having a laugh. Please except our deepest condolences Connie & Barry Roy.
Helen & David Fox
So sorry to hear that Ricky has passed. Please except our condolences..
una gallant
My Thoughts and prayers are with the family.RIP Ricky…..una and billy
Shelley Boens
So sorry for your loss. Never easy thing to go through. Just cherish the memories and keep him close to your hearts. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Joyce Parks
To Rickys Family, so sorry to read of Rickys passing, always enjoyed our visits with Homecare, my thoughs and prayers are with you all, RIP Ricky.
Wanda Jean Horton
My thoughts are with his family . So sorry to hear this .
Michelle
So sorry Amy to hear of your father’s passing I praise God that he’s in a better place with the Lord and that he doesn’t have pain anymore and you know that he’s watching down with your mom and he’s smiling because he can see your life and he knows that you’re sad but you know he’s in the best place of all and he loves you and Emmy very very much don’t ever forget God bless you Michelle
Rachel Dexter
Amy and Family
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. It’s so very difficult to lose the ones we love so dearly, but know that your Mom and Dad will be by your side everyday as you cherish all the memories you have made over the years.
Raymond and Muriel Whynot
So very sorry to hear this sad news May God be with his family
Evelyn
My sincere condolences to the family,,so sorry to hear about Ricky.
Wayne and Evelyn Fredericks
Darren Whynot & Lisa Tarr
To all the family we are sorry for your loss R.I.P Pal till we meet again.
Carla Roy and Anna Greek
To all of Ricky’s Family…
We are so sorry to see that he has passed.I had many conversations with Ricky over the years as my Mom lived across the road.We very much appreciated that he kept an eye on Mom over the years.Ricky also made some wooden toys a few years ago,so after my Dad died I gave him some nice dry wood from Dad’s building.Rest easy my Friend….
Angela Lake Jones
Deepest condolences to the Whynot family. God Bless.
Norma Legge
So sorry to hear of the passing of Ricky. Love the visits I had with him . He was a man with a large heart and a wonderful smile and laugh . My condolences to the family.
Brad Decker-Fort St John BC
So sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing he was a good man and kind soul. Deepest condolences to his family. Rest In Peace Ricky
Jackie & Eddie
Our deepest condolences Amy.
Garnet & Eleanor
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sorry for your loss.
David and Janet Spicer
Any and family:
So sorry for your loss sweetie, my heart goes out to you . I know how much he meant to you.Remember the happy times. Hugs to you
Darlene (Roy) Connolly
To all of Ricky’s family
So very sorry to see that Ricky has passed. Always enjoyed my chats with him. I grew up across the road from his home place. Sincere condolences to each and every one of you. Take care in these troubled times.
Clyde and David Whynot
Amy and family Sorry to hear of Ricky ,s passing our thoughts and prayers are with and your family at this difficult time RIP Ricky you are now flying high with the Angels
Evelyn Everett
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Tasha Huskins
Amy and family,
Thinking of you all. So sorry for your loss.
Charlene Veinot
Amy, Sarah & Family:
So sorry to hear about Ricky passing. Keep all his memories close to your heart and
hopefully that will help with the healing process. My thoughts are with you during
this difficult time. Please take care !
Elizabeth Boland
Amy so sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. Please accept my condolences.
Liz and Nelson
Patty Whynot
So sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing…My condolences to the family.
Patty Whynot
Joyce Whynot
I will miss baking cookies for you and coming for those visits but I will not miss those 8am phone calls (yes I will). I hope you are with Buzzy and if so tell him I miss him. May you be free of the pain now. sister-in-law Joyce Whynot
Susan Linda Levy
Sincere condolences to all. I am so glad he got to get his first CPP check to enjoy and how he loved those games on his Ipad. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal and love leaves a memory no on can steal.
Candace Grant
I am so sad and shocked to here of Ricky’s passing. He was such a kind hearted person. Thinking of all the family, R.I.P Ricky
Wayne Orme
To the Whynot family
Sorry on hearing of Ricky’s passing . Please except condolences at this most trying of times.
Wayne and Wendy Orme
Shirley Shot
To Ricky’s family. It is with sadness that I write you during this stressful time. Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Ricky. We had many great talks when he worked at the high school. Fly high with the eagles my friend! Blessings
Judy Hyson
I’m so sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing! My condolences to his family@ May he RIP!
Geraldine Cunningham.
Sorry to hear of Ricky passing
My thoughts & prayers are with the family.
Wanda Levy
Amy I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My sincere condolences to all the family.
Norman and Bonnie
Sincere condolences to all of Ricky’s family.
gary conrad and gloria aulenback
sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing. our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Marilyn Malone
Amy and all Ricky’s Sister and Brothers:
Sorry to learn of Ricky’s Passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna and Kirk Whynot
Amy and Family, so sorry for your loss. Ricky was a great guy and will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Valerie Rhyno
To all of Ricky’s family.
I am so very sorry for your heartbreak and your loss. Sending my condolences to everyone.
Heather Anthony
I got to know Ricky when I was in Home Support looking after his mother, I always liked him. My condolences to all of Ricky’s family.
Lynn & Darryl Whynot
To Ricky’s family, we are so sorry for your loss. We’re thinking of you. Lynn & Darryl Whynot
Darren Horton
My condolences to the whole family. Ricky was a great guy.
Wayne and Pam Westhaver
So sorry for your loss Ricky was a good friend and will be missed by all that knew him.
Troy Whalen
My sincere condolences to Ricky’s family at this sad time. I went to upgrading school with Ricky back in the early 90’s. He always made everyone laugh in class with his jokes and sense of humour. He was a very talented and smart man. We graduated and Ricky unlike myself went on to community college. He was so determined to be the best he could be. I will miss him dearly. R.I.P. my friend.
Freda Thurber (formerly Small)
To the family, I am thinking of you at this time of sorrow. Remembering all the old times in Liverpool. Beautiful pictures of Ricky and family! So sorry to hear of your loss.
Charlotte Kelley
Amy, Sarah and Emery…I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May your wonderful memories help you get through the difficult days ahead. Hugs to all!
Margo Hanley
My sincere condolences goes to the entire family. Ricky loved to stop for a chat whenever we met up. He loved to remind me that we were the same age. God Bless to you all.
Brian Fralic
Amy
So sorry to hear this but a wonderful tribute to your Dad with the photos. ❤️
Murray and Donna Rolfe
Very sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing.Had a few laughs over the years.Hold on to the many Memories he had created over the years.
Dale Saulnier
My sincerest condolences to Amy and family. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Sheila Baker and Family
Our thoughts and prayers to all of Ricky’s family. He was a very special neighbour and friend. I will miss our chats. May all your memories help you get through this difficult time.
Susan M MacLeod
Dear Margie, Sharon, Sarah , Patsy, Stephen, St. Clair, Peter and families
My sincere condolences to you. You are part of a large family which has memories to share.
Be thankful for that. God Bless
Sincerely, Susan MacLeod
RIKA Bolivar
Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He always made my day when we meet. Hugs
Ed and Evie Fisher
To the family : Sorry to hear of Rick’s passing Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugs .