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Richard Poirier (Daniel)
July 5, 1953 - July 23, 2024
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Richard Daniel Poirier
July 5, 1953 – July 23, 2024
It Is with great sorrow to announce the passing of a great man, Richard Daniel Poirier. He passed away at McKinney Place, on Tuesday July 23, peacefully, surrounded by his family at his side until his final moments.
Richard was predeceased by his Parents Paul, and Ruth Poirier, Sister Anne-Marie Higgs, Brothers Wayne, and Bernie Poirier.
He is survived by his children Jody Poirier, Blayne Poirier (Vicki), Sarah Poirier (Billy Ladue) Grandson William Poirier, Brothers Ron Poirier (Linda), Gary Poirier (Shelley), Moe Poirier (Tina) also many Nieces, Nephews, and Friends.
In the early years in Cartier, Ontario. Richard Owned, and operated Poirier Propane. He then later moved to the Okanagan, where he enjoyed selling vehicles at Oliver Car & truck. You may also remember Richard, helping you at the Oliver Home hardware store, where he was knowledgeable in many ways to help out a customer with their task.
Richard would look forward to spending time with family, and friends, and making arrangements for their camping, fishing, and Baseball trips. He also enjoyed coaching the Oliver Minor Baseball team, as well as, the Oliver Minor Hockey team.
Richard loved spending quality time with his family, also having Tim Hortons coffee, and great conversations. He loved sports, baseball, hockey, and golf.
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Ltd.
The Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: gayle steel
Relation: friend
Sorry on your loss. I served him coffee, and a muffin etc. several times. Richard always had a kind thing to say.
From: Louisa Petersen
Dear Sarah , My deepest sympathy to you and all your family. . Thinking of you at this sad time.
From: Susan White
Richard was a lovely man. I am so sorry for your loss.
From: Susan Alaric
Relation: friend
I am so very sad, and shocked to hear of Richard’s passing. Sending my condolences to his family, including Wendy.
Richard always made me feel special, he loved freely, and was truly a bright light. I will miss him, and feel blessed to have known him in this life.
From: Anna Hext
Relation: Friend
My condolences to Richard’s family! I am saddened to hear about Richard’s passing. Richard always had a sense of humor and a kind heart . May you all find peace in the memories you have of him 🙏 ❤️
From: Henri ( Hank) Ruest
Relation: I grew up with the Poirier family in Cartier
My condolences to Richard’s family. I have nothing, but good memories of Richard growing up, and living in Cartier.
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