GOOCH, Richard

Richard Gooch passed away peacefully at Kelowna General Hospital on June 20, 2011 at the age of 78.

Richard will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 50+ years, Joan; children Stephen (Tracy), Kathryn (Tim) Williams, and Leigh Schlief; grandchildren Stephanie, Danielle, Ernest, Christopher, Michael, and Bronwyn; great grandchild Riley; and his special companion Bartholomew.

It made Rick happy to be involved, and he used his carpentry skills often – he was always working on a ‘project or two’, as well as passing along his skills to his many students. We are sure he is building a new home in heaven now.

Rick was a generous, thoughtful and caring man, and was very dedicated in all that he did. He was well loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

A private family celebration of Richard’s life will be held.

Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, phone: 250-762-2299.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com.

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