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Sunday, May 26, 2024
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I have a lot of photos of the Grand Falls, but Rick took the very best.
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Joanne Morin posted a condolence
Sunday, May 26, 2024
Dear Anne and Family,
We were so so sorry to hear about Rick's passing. I lived next door to Rick and Anne for 7 years and I must say I could not have had better neighbours. My grandson, Samuel, loved visiting in the summer as Rick always had a new album with all the wildlife photos he had taken during the year. Anne and family, we wish you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Joanne, Kim and Samuel
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Tuesday, May 21, 2024
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I admired the way Rick cared for Anne and his family. One thing that nobody can argue is that they made the most of their retirement together. Lots of travels, photography of wild life & birds along the way, trips in their kayaks, walks hand in hand, and lots of teasing each other. Anne and I have regular dinner get-togethers to catch up and I could always count on Rick to have a little surprise waiting for me when I dropped her off. It would be a nice freshly baked loaf of bread, salsa, pickles or even sausages. He always had a joke or two to share as well.
When they got back from trips, Anne would share many of the photos he had taken as they knew that I also enjoyed photography, animals and birds. I thoroughly enjoyed looking over all of the many shots. I also looked forward to the yearly calendar of his chosen top photos.
Rick will definitely be missed and will not be forgotten as his personality was bigger than life. He left with such grace and dignity, which is also admirable. Condolences to Anne and the whole Brown/Rioux family.
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Tuesday, May 21, 2024
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We met Rick and Anne seven or eight years ago during one of our winter trips to Bonita Beach, Florida. They escaped the long New Brunswick winters to Bonita Beach where they enjoyed the sunshine and regular kayaking.
We met Anne in the condo’s pool – a favorite hangout of ours, but it was a several weeks before we met Rick. He was always in the kitchen making salsa, strawberry jam, and bread!
When we met Rick, we quickly learned that he and Terry had a mutual interest in photography. Terry gave him a few Photoshop and Lightroom tips, and Rick shared daily wildlife photos with us. At some point, after we had both returned home, Rick shared an elephant photo taken during a 2013 safari and asked Terry for advice on how to produce a large gallery wrap for their home. That amazing photo is included with this guest book memory.
In Florida, Rick and Anne regularly packed food and supplies for migrant families through the Harvest Time Ministries program in Bonita Springs. From the ministry’s website:
“We serve farmworker families who work in the fields planting and harvesting tomatoes, strawberries, jalapenos, peppers, cucumbers and other crops. We feed souls and bodies and show the grace and mercy of Jesus to these workers and their families.”
While we joined them for just one Saturday morning in 2020 to bag food and supplies, Rick and Anne volunteered weekly, and we knew that serving those in need was important to them.
Following the covid pandemic, we scheduled Zoom get-togethers with Rick and Anne and jokingly referred to them as our US-Canada Summits. Our 7th such summit was on May 5, 2024 - when we learned just how serious Rick’s medical issues had become.
Ten days following that summit, we booked flights for a first visit to Fredericton, knowing that it would likely be our final in-person visit with Rick. Terry emailed Anne the morning of May 16 to see if they would be receptive to such a visit, only to learn shortly thereafter that Rick had entered hospice the prior afternoon and passed away earlier that morning. Terry had already addressed a greeting card for Rick and Anne to be mailed that morning that said “Some friends we’ve known forever. Others, we just wish we had.”
Rick was one of the good guys – gone – but never forgotten. Hugs to Anne and the family.
Rest in peace, Rick.
Heather and Terry Stoa
Decatur, Illinois
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Paul & Anne Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Anne and Family
Paul & I are thinking of you all and we knew Rick was suffering. You said he got comfort at the end while you were with him.
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Shawna Lynn Brown posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Dad&Mom became Grampy&Nanny when, there Grandson was born. Cody David Verburgh entered the World November 24th 1999.
Be for being discharged Grampy would come visit Cody David every single day while Nanny was at work. He affectionately nick named Sambo whom Grampy loved Fiercely also one of his greatest blessings on Earth. Grampy and Cody shared twenty four years of time and Memories together.
Being a Husband&Best Friend to Mom, Being a Son to Grandpa & Grandma.Dad-in-law to David & Grampy to Cody. Big Brother to Thea
Charlene & Lillian. Dad to Brian&Shawna.Uncle to Chris
Tina Marie&Kelly Joy, Catherine&Janet. Nephew cousin &Friend. Best Friend to Donny Oliver.
Charles Richard(Rick)Brown was all of these things and so many more.
He will be greatly remembered and not forgotten.
To each of whom have been mentioned above I am deeply sorry for the huge Loss being felt by each of you and all you are going threw.
Shawna Lynn Brown
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Monday, May 20, 2024
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nancy rollheiser posted a condolence
Monday, May 20, 2024
I graduated with Anne Marie from the Grand Falls high school and we were both working in Fredericton when she met Rick.
He had a wonderful out going personality and loved to tease, I will miss you my friend.
Nancy (Warnock) Rollheiser from Chilliwack BC.
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Peter Rathburn posted a condolence
Monday, May 20, 2024
Condolences to Anne and Rick's family
We were so sad to hear of Rick's passing.
He was great to work with and always reliable when you needed a a favor
We really enjoyed his enthusiasm when he talked about his latest trip with Anne
Peter and Joyce
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Sandra Allen lit a candle
Monday, May 20, 2024
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Anne - so very, very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.
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Alice Arbour posted a condolence
Monday, May 20, 2024
Brian, I am so sorry to hear of your father’s death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Philip Fanjoy posted a condolence
Monday, May 20, 2024
My deepest condolences another NBteller goes to rest RIP
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NB Chapter 51 Telecom Pioneers posted a condolence
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Our deepest sympathy on Rick's passing. A donation has been made in Rick's memory by the NB Chapter 51 Telecom Pioneers.
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Claudia Foran posted a condolence
Saturday, May 18, 2024
My sincere condolences on your loss. From your cousin claudia Connie's daughter
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Brenda Morin (Pelletier) posted a condolence
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Anne, Shawna & Brian,
I am very sorry for your loss in the passing of Rick. It is never easy when we loose a loved one no matter how long that you are with each other. I remember growing up when our mothers were best of friends. Anne, I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers during this terribly difficult time. May you all draw solace in all the beautiful memories that you all shared together. Stay strong for each other and lean on those close to you to help you through this time. You all will be in my prayers.
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Lilianne Fuller posted a condolence
Saturday, May 18, 2024
When my sister, Anne Marie married Rick, I was given a gift, the gift of a big brother. While I did have a brother, he moved away when I was a little girl. Rick was the brother that I didn't have. He dried my tears and teased me mercilessly. "You have to eat that, Lil, it'll put hair on your chest!" At 14, that was the last thing I wanted to hear. Rick introduced me to live theatre at TNB and one of my best memories was the first play I attended. We saw Dracula! Live theatre remains something that I still love and appreciate today. Rick was generous with his time. He always had time to give me tips on getting the best 'shot' using one of his cameras. When I visited Rick and Anne in Florida, one of the things I noticed that he always had fresh cut flowers on the table and something good in the oven. Mostly what I remember about Rick was how much he loved and cared for my big sister, Anne Marie. You were an honourable and decent man so RIP Rick, because today you are soaring with the eagles and are taking some fabulous photos in heaven. Love, your little sister, Lilianne
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To a good friend who helped in many ways. Always enjoyed looking at your pictures and hearing of your travel stories.
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Jean Russell posted a condolence
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Anne and family,
So very sorry for your loss. May your memories of your time and travels together help get you through these difficult times.
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Louise Fanjoy posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
Anne, Brian & Shawna, My sympathy in Ricks passing. I have many good memories of when you lived near us on the Carlisle Rd .Louise Fanjoy
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Carmen Roy posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
To Anne and family, please accept my most sincere condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
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Enid Beckwith posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
Anne and family
Thinking of you with much sympathy at this sad time. Rick will sure be missed in our neighborhood. Often stopping for a chat with everyone he saw when you were on your walks. Prayers... Enid
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Debbie Carr posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
Anne, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Rick always had a smile and a story or two to tell. Debbie
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Ross and Lana Forbes posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
We want to send our condolences and prayers for the family members of Rick. Anne and Rick walked by our home many days and we would chat about our dog Riley would love to run out to visit. I saw Anne alone one day and I felt something was off; they always walked hand in hand. We chatted about our old blue Ford that our son we lost drove and everyone tried to guess the licence plate. May he RIP and walk with the Angels and over all the places they visited. God Bless
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Harland & Lorraine Cook posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
Anne we were shocked to read of Rick's passing this evening. We first met you both when we worked in Wdsk and then at the Christmas NB Tel breakfast each year.
We are so very sorry for your loss and know you have some beautiful memories of your years together that you will cherish in the days ahead. Please know you are in our prayers in the days ahead.
Lorraine & Harland Cook
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Debbie Smith posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
Anne and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am so pleased that we saw you both at the Night Market last summer. Debbie Smith (Maudie's Daughter)
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Jeannette Smith Verbugh lit a candle
Friday, May 17, 2024
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On behave of Peter and Sara Kate Verburgh, I am sending our condolences to the family. RIP Rick.
Jeannette Verburgh
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Uwe & Beate Kuester posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
Dear Anne. We are so sorry to hear that Charly has passed away. We can feel your pain and sadness but be assure that it is only a temporary separation. We all will meet together at our Father’s home. It is hard for us to recognize that he is gone but all the good and funny memories will stay with us forever. If there is anything we can help you with please don’t hesitate to contact us- we will be here for you as much as possible
We love you and keep you in our prayers. Uwe and Beate Kuester.
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Friday, May 17, 2024
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Ruth Mullin posted a condolence
Friday, May 17, 2024
So sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was such a great guy. I am so glad to have gotten to know him. He and Anne were so generous with their time on the Born To Read program.
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