Obituary - Richard Redmond
Richard Redmond
1958 - 2021
"Rick"
Richard (also known as Rick, Ritch, Ritchie or Rickie) William Redmond passed away suddenly at his home in Medicine Hat, Alberta, on Saturday November 20, 2021, at the age of 63 years.
Rick was born in Sarnia, Ontario on June 24, 1958, and was the son of Richard and Beverly Redmond. After graduating high school, Rick remained in Sarnia, working with his father at Redmond Mechanical Contractors. Rick then decided to start his studies at the University of Western Ontario and graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1984. Rick was an accomplished and well-respected engineer and was always willing to teach and mentor the next generation of engineers.
With his degree in hand, Rick moved to Alberta where he began his long career with Royal Dutch Shell. He was involved in the Shell Caroline Plant before moving on to a leadership role at the Shell Scotford Plant in St. Albert. Through his roles at Shell, Rick was able to travel the world and visited many of Shell’s facilities in Western Canada, the United States and Europe. After his time at the Scotford Plant, Rick went on to work in Chester, England. Finally, Rick decided to come back to Canada. He settled in Medicine Hat and held a leadership role at Shell’s Criterion Plant until his retirement in 2015.
Once retired, Rick spent much of his time in his yard and garden and found enjoyment in growing his grapes, building his water feature and yard improvements. He became actively involved in the Medicine Hat Chamber of Commerce, the Medicine Hat Library Board and many other organizations in and around Medicine Hat. He loved living in Medicine Hat and gave back to the community he loved. Rick was also the President of the Medicine Hat Paddling Club. He was an avid fan of the outdoors and enjoyed spending time with family and friends hiking, biking, exploring, and camping. He turned his love of the outdoors into his passion for sailing and kayaking. Rick was also an avid and proud Oiler fan.
Rick is survived by his sister, Denise (Paul) Bonner; father, Richard (Shirley) Redmond; cousins, James (Carla) Bell and their children, Colin and Eric and Allison (Yogi) Kim and their children Nicklas, Isabelle and Tyler. Rick spent the last several years in a loving relationship with Corla Prentice, kayaking and exploring the west. He also stayed connected with his old buddies, Tommy Chesher, George Ayers and Mark Olacke.
Rick was predeceased by his mother, Beverly Doreen Bell (Redmond); uncle, William Alexander Bell and grandparents, William Tankard Bell, Margaret Alice Bell and Whitney and Effie Redmond.
A celebration of Rick’s life will be planned for the Spring/Summer of 2022 in Medicine Hat.
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Ken Feser:
Nov 25, 2021 at 03:30 PM
I met Rick through his work on the City of Medicine Hat Library Board. Rick was the Chair of the Board and he did great work in that role. He was also a kind and considerate person who cared a lot about the library staff and visitors. We are greatly saddened by his passing and we will miss him a lot. Our sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to his partner and family.
Barbara Walasko:
Nov 25, 2021 at 03:38 PM
Dear James, Carla, Allison, Yogi and families.
Please know that Jim, Keith, and the kids and I all send our love to you now. I know you all were close to Rick and you will miss him terribly.
Stephen Schmaltz:
Nov 25, 2021 at 08:06 PM
I had the privilege of working alongside Rick at Shell’s Criterion facility from 2006 to 2014; and keeping in touch with him since then. Rick truly was an inspirational leader - he was eager to provide opportunities for his colleagues when they arose, and with that, guidance and support when needed; along with an unwavering commitment to ensuring safe and healthy operating conditions persisted so that no harm would occur to all the people working there. I have the opinion that Rick was one of the very few people I know that could truly ‘see the forest for the trees’. He will be missed. My sincerest sympathies to all his loved ones.
Frank & Nancy Prthero:
Nov 25, 2021 at 10:52 PM
We were shocked to hear of Rick's sudden passing. He was known and admired in the community of Port Stanley, Ontario, where his mother and uncle were born and raised. We commuicated across the miles frequently. A very good man gone. RIP.
Dana MacKinlay:
Nov 26, 2021 at 06:39 AM
Denise, Paul, Rick and Shirley.
So sorry to hear about Rick's passing. Hugs to you all xo
Penny Gladwish:
Nov 26, 2021 at 08:53 AM
My deepest sympathy Denise to you and your family. You spoke of your brother often and it was so clear what a special person he was to you. You shared so much and have a beautiful relationship to treasure always.
Mark and Judy Olacke:
Nov 26, 2021 at 01:03 PM
We were shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Ritch. We have been close friends with Ritch since my day's on Kathleen Avenue in Sarnia in the 1960's and throughout our lives to date. We were so glad that Ritch visited us on Manitoulin in the summer of 2019 and kayaked a bit together as well as chatting about so many things. We are going to miss Ritch very much. He was such a knowledgeable guy and enjoyed so many aspects of life. RIP my dear friend! Condolences to his family at large. HUGS
Karon & Helen Dean:
Nov 26, 2021 at 04:38 PM
I was shocked to hear of Rick’s sudden passing. Such a great man. He’s been part of our family since childhood. He will be so dearly missed.
Our sincere condolences to the Redmond family & the Bell family.
Gary + Nancy Shortt:
Nov 27, 2021 at 09:42 AM
Rick, Shirley, Denise, and Richard’s family,
Please accept our sincere condolences at this time of sorrow. May our thoughts and prayers comfort you.
Hugs,
Gary and Nancy Shortt
Joe Cornelissen:
Nov 27, 2021 at 12:35 PM
So sorry to hear about Rick's passing. He was a great help over the years with our shared interest in Redmond family genealogy. He will be sadly missed.
Kim Redmond Joe Cornelissen
Mauri Brown:
Nov 28, 2021 at 08:10 AM
My sincere condolences to Corla, James and Denise and family.
Godspeed to you Rick Redmond, and thank you for being an inspiration, celebrating life through your hobbies and passions. Most of all for your caring spirit.
Alex & Linda Brown:
Nov 28, 2021 at 08:14 AM
Sympathy & strength to family , from second cousin ALEX BROWN & Linda Brown
Laurelle & Andy Hommy:
Nov 29, 2021 at 12:36 PM
Rick was an amazing man that was respected by all. He will be greatly missed in so many ways in Medicine Hat. Our condolences to his family.
Dianne Yarkovsky:
Nov 29, 2021 at 04:13 PM
Denise and Family,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news about your brother. You shared many fond stories of him over the years and hope you can find peace in all his memories now.
Thinking of you and sending much love.
Di
Shirley Eirich:
Nov 29, 2021 at 04:28 PM
It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to Rick. We extend our condolences. He was such a delight to know as he always had many stories about his wonderful adventures... so sad we just want you all to know our thoughts are with you through these trying days. Dr Brent Rinaldi and staff
Luc van Dijck:
Nov 30, 2021 at 10:14 AM
Dear Corla, Denise, James and family,
We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Rick's sudden passing and we offer you our sincere condolences.
We have known Rick since our time in Canada (2003-2007) when Rick and I were members of the site leadership team of the Shell Chemicals Scotford plant and in which period we developed a deep friendship that extended to Caroline, Louise and Laurine and that continued after our return to the Netherlands.
We feel blessed to have known Rick and been Rick's friend as he was a great person with genuine care and interest in others around him. We will very much miss our Canadian Friend.
Caroline, Louise, Laurine and Luc van Dijck, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Sue Masterman:
Nov 30, 2021 at 06:20 PM
I got to know Rick as member of the Medicine Hat Public Library Board, of which he was Chair. He was a great Library booster, leader and a visionary. Rick was a passionate participant in much of the life of Medicine Hat, so will be greatly missed. To Corla and Rick's family, I send my deep condolences. May you find comfort in your many memories of Rick.
TJ and Jodi Sheptycki:
Dec 02, 2021 at 01:04 AM
We are saddened by the news of Rick's passing. Jodi and I had the privilege in getting to know Rick at our time in Scotford. Rick had a huge heart and always made the time to encourage and help. He encouraged and created a sense of family. I experienced that immediately at work with the extra curricular events such as the Kdays sour dough raft race. I will never forget the tokens of appreciation and celebration that Rick was always behind at the site - it always amazed me at how many gadgets he could combine in one - pen/highlighter/sticky note combos, laser pointer key chains, tape measure screw drivers, the list goes on. It was his way of saying thank you and unfortunately I never did tell him how much I appreciated it. Our thoughts are with you RWR!
Greg White:
Dec 02, 2021 at 07:44 AM
Sincerest condolences to Rick's family, and especially to Corla.
I met Rick only 4 years ago. It was immediately evident that he was a man of integrity and passion for his community and the paddling club in Medicine Hat. He was welcoming, and shared his knowledge freely and enthusiastically. I enjoyed the kayaking adventures and conversations that ensued. Rick was a good man to have in our corner. He will be missed, but not forgotten.
Rest In Peace my friend.
Bryan Smith:
Dec 18, 2021 at 08:41 AM
Sorry to hear of Rick's passing - My condolences goes out to his family.