Obituaries

Passed away July 29, 2018 surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years Sandra, sons David (Ashley), Mark, and children from a previous marriage Richard, Heather, Kim, Kirk. Through all his grand flying adventures around the world, he always called the Okanagan home.

Informal Celebration of life will be held on Saturday September 8, 2018 from 2 pm to 5 pm at Richards home, 771 Highway 97 South. Peachland, BC.


- from Richard, Mahola Nui Loa.

Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services

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

• Sep 14, 2018
  Sandy & family,
  
  Many memories of when we all lived in Peachland, we had great times.
  
  Think of you often, Margaret McPherson.
• Sep 02, 2018
  Sandra & family, we were saddened to hear about Richard's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. He will be greatly missed.
  
  Brian & Carrie Tameling
  
  & the staff at Integra Tire
• Aug 21, 2018
  Dear Sandy & family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May cherished memories comfort you.
  
  Harry & Norma Dmytryshyn
  
  
• Aug 17, 2018
  Hello Sandy
  
  So sorry for your loss. I can remember when Richard was taking flying lessons down in the USA and would come up here once in a while. He eventually got on with PWA - I think flying Herc's then the 737's and on from there. Didn't get to spend a lot time with him but had many chats. He had a bit of a rough marriage then met you and was so happy to be with you as you are a great woman. I actually worked briefly with his father and knew his mother for years. As you know I have been around a long time - met a lot of great people in the aviation business - Richard is one of the most outstanding and will be remembered as such by a large number of crews and people outside the business.
  
  Hope to see you around the airport some time.
  
  Take care of yourself.
  
  Ron Spencer
  
  Spencer Aviation
• Aug 12, 2018
  Dear Sandra and family: We're sorry to hear about your loss of Richard. Though we were neighbours for a just a short time, Richard has a special place in our hearts, for his hospitality and wicked sense of humour. He also shared our fascination with star gazing and love of aviation. The Christmas Eve we spent together on your rooftop patio is an extra special memory, amongst your lovingly tended tropical plants and trees. How the heck did you get those up there, anyway? Ceiling unlimited! Sail on, sailor. With love from Teresa and Brodie.
  
  Calgary/Barra de Navidad Jal. MX
• Aug 12, 2018
  I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing he was a great person and pilot, we were on the same 737 course at Boeing feild. Please accept our sympathy and condolences at this very sad time in your lives. Dick will always be remembered.
  
  Stan & Dorothy Fleming
• Aug 11, 2018
  So very sorry to Sandy and Dick's family....there are so many stories that we all know and I shall always remember mind with with a smile. And I suppose that remembering Capt. Skermer for who he was, was a life full.
  
  Safe journey Sir.
  
  Chad Coutts
  
  Peachland
  
  
• Aug 10, 2018
  Dear Sandy and family,
  
  Our deepest sympathy and our warmest thoughts are with you as you say goodbye to your much loved husband and dad. May your happy memories together comfort you as you go through the difficult days and months ahead.
  
  Love and hugs to you all,
  
  Myrt Duncalfe and family
• Aug 06, 2018
  You're forever a Sky Pilot, Richard. Pleasure to know you. Condolences to Sandra, David and Mark as well as family. Leah and Charley
• Aug 05, 2018
  Saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Richard, Heather, Kim, Kirk and extended families.
  
  -Craig Liba and family
• Aug 05, 2018
  Goodnight Dad.
• Aug 05, 2018
  Sandy and family, awesome guy. Took my kids up front several times EX YLW. CSA
  
  Andy Craig YLW
• Aug 04, 2018
  Hi Sandy- so many years have gone by since we trained together in 1969. I was so happy that you and Dick were together for so long but am so sorry for your loss . I remember so many great stories of flying with Dick. He was so much fun. My thoughts are with you.
  
  Christine Larson, California
• Aug 04, 2018
  Hi Sandy- so many years have gone by since we trained together in 1969. I was so happy that you and Dick were together for so long but am so sorry for your loss . I remember so many great stories of flying with Dick. He was so much fun. My thought are with you.
  
  Christine Larson, California
• Aug 04, 2018
  Safe journey dear Richard, you will be greatly missed!!!! The best bodyguard you could ever ask for on some of those mid 70 flights into the frozen North. All you had to say was are you bugging my girls? My Hero. My thoughts and love are with you Sandy and your family.
  
  Wendy Wood
  
  Sidney
• Aug 03, 2018
  Sandy & Family, so loved, so respected, fond memories and so many fun stories. Aloha Dick, from your aviation family.
  
  Art & Jane Bowering
• Aug 03, 2018
  Sandy & Family,
  
  Just seeing this picture brings a smile! Richard loved flying but loved his family and home much more!
  
  Hugs to you all.
  
  Love, Norma Sayers

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