Condolences
John Deb and Dan,
Your mom and Dad were amazing people and it was a privilege to know them. Praying for you all during this time. May God bless you with His peace. Ed
Ed Clements // February 27, 2019
We are sorry to hear of Lyla’s passing. We both have fond memories of her from over the years. Our condolences and prayers are with you all.
Don Stokes and Sherry Larsen Curran // February 26, 2019
John and Gayle and family, my sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Carol Helmer // February 24, 2019
So sorry for your loss!!
Brian & Valerie Lancaster // February 24, 2019
John, Dan, and Deb, reading the tributes to your mother spoke of her life and legacy. One of my memories of her was advocating for those who stopped by the church for help. She truly cared about people as individuals and she will be remembered as loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Our prayers are with you and your families. Pastor Marg Moriyama
Marg Moriyama // February 23, 2019
Dear Deb and Rick:
Wishing you peace and loving memories of your mom, Deb. Sending lots of hugs. In love and friendship, Louise and Mike
Louise Stallaert // February 23, 2019
To John, Dan, Deb and family, John and I were saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. I remember the Sunday gatherings at Grandma Richardson's home, where the topics of family, religion, and politics were enthusiastically discussed! Your Mom always had crocheted items and quilts for the family showers she hosted. She had many talents and was a true farmer's wife helping at the barn with the dairy herd. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
John and Linda Patterson and family // February 21, 2019
We hope that knowing that others care will bring strength and comfort to you at this most difficult time.
Alf and Marney Nichols // February 20, 2019
John, Dan and Deb
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Lyla will be very happy to see your dad again. To be by his side will mean alot to both of them. We remember her for one of her many talents, her beautiful drawings on cards. Our thoughts are with you.
Bruce and Pat Richardson // February 20, 2019
My sincerest sympathy to the Richardson family, it was a pleasure to know and care for Lyla during her time at meadow park. Sincerely Kim Toulouse.
Kim Toulouse // February 18, 2019
Thoughts and prayers with the Richardson family... will miss seeing Lyla in the West wing. Cherish all your memories of times spent with your Mom and grandma.
Joanne Jones // February 18, 2019
Deb,
My thoughts and prayers to you in the loss of your mom
Hugs❤️
Carol Heuvelmans // February 18, 2019
Dear John, Dan and Deb,
Aunt Lyla was such a special aunt and always made me feel so included in your family when I was young. She was such a hard worker at home along side Uncle Tom on the farm. I remember large family gatherings at their home and Explorers meetings in your kitchen after school at SS#2. I remember your mom picking out beautiful clothes for us to wear for a church fashion show from Linen and Wool (she had a real fashion sense) and when Heather was born she arrived with a complete chicken dinner and a handmade pink quilt. ...And such a kind heart, she treated my mom like a sister. She made a difference in so many lives. We remember her with love and have many memories to share.
Nancy & Chuck Homewood // February 18, 2019
John, Dan, and Deb - I just want to agree with others that your mom was such a special person. Larry and I were recently remembering that it was your mom, as our Sunday School teacher, who encouraged us to memorize much. We completed the memorization and then were each presented with a Bible which we both still have, with the note “presented by Lyla Richardson.” Your mom encouraged so many. You will feel such a loss when you can’t pop in to see her any more. Hugs to you and your family as you lovingly remember your
mom, Grandma, and Great-grandma. With our love.
Susan and Larry Campbell // February 18, 2019
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your mom.
Valerie Clunis // February 17, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Sally Ramsdale Sally Ramsdale // February 17, 2019
What a lovely tribute to your mother.
Lyla Richardson was one of the women who impacted me greatly as a child. I always felt welcome in the Richardson home and remember the way Lyla looked straight into my eyes when she spoke to me, always addressing me by name, with a respect that made me feel valued. I remember Lyla’s instruction to the young ladies as Explorers and the welcome we felt as teens.
Deb, Dan, John and your families, I want to offer my condolences to you as you grieve your mother’s passing. Saying goodbye to Mom is never easy.
Sending love to you.
Pauline Helsby // February 17, 2019
John, Dan, Deb, we send our sympathies to you...I remember your mom ironing outside on hot summer nights in the summer when I was little, there was a big tree just outside the porch door, I remember her always having such a flair for style, be it the kitchen or her clothes, so sharpe, but especially I remember her lovingly sharing your swimming pool with us and our children, She never ever let me feel we were invading her space on a hot summer afternoon. She was a kind aunt...Our thoughts to your families.
Dorothy and Garry
Dorothy Gales Dorothy Gales // February 17, 2019
So sorry to hear of Lyla's passing. Although I have not seen her for many years.. always remember when Lyla and Tom came into McIntyre Pharmacy in Blenheim where I worked as a pharmacy tech. They were always pleasant and it was so nice to see smiling faces. RIP Lyla
Anne Gammage // February 17, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
GOD BLESS Joyce and Bill
Bill & Joyce Guerin // February 17, 2019