It is with profound sadness that the family of Richard Bilodeau announce his passing.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Darcy–semicolon– sons: Oliver(Renatta) and Jacob–semicolon– parents: Rhea and Jules Bilodeau: Sandy Berg and Butch and Dale Latam–semicolon– Grandma Joan Petersen–semicolon– brothers: Gilbert(Carol), Normand(Katherine), Lionel(Jennie), Marc(Kristie)–semicolon– sisters: Diane(Andy) Albas, and Jocelyne(Duane) Miller–semicolon– brothers in law: Mark(Holly), Brett(Leila), Michael and Brady Latam–semicolon– numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.
He will also be dearly missed by his friends, colleagues and students at Onoway High School.
Richard was a compassionate family man with a big heart who loved life passionately. He was immensely proud of his family and took great pleasure in the many personal, educational and professional accomplishments of his boys. Richard was born in Edmonton, attended francophone schools and obtained his mechanic license from NAIT and later obtained his Education Degree from U of A.
He was a champion for the underprivileged and was genuinely invested in the success of young people. Richard enjoyed spending time at the lake boating and waterskiing, he loved traveling, photography, golfing, making wine and tinkering with motorbikes.
He will be greatly missed.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to Dr. Van Zanten and the GI team, Dr. Bigham as well as the ICU team at UAH. Your caring and support for Richard will always be remembered.
To send condolences, please visit www.connelly-mckinley.com.
Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home
St. Albert Chapel
(780) 458-2222
Norm LaRose says
Dear Darcy / Bilodeau Family
So sorry to hear of Richards passing. We will always remember his great laugh and smile.
God Bless
Norm and Colette LaRose
Trudy & Joe Kueber says
Dear Darcy and Family,
We were very sorry to hear about the recent passing of your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at such a difficult time. With deepest sympathy, The Kueber Family
Hilda Moellenbeck says
Dear Darcy!
Please know how very sorry I was to hear of Richard’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time of your loss. I have never forgotten you. I have many good memories of working together with you and the many stories of our respective families that we shared during those years.
With warm regards and my sincere condolences,
Hilda
Andy & Karen Berube says
Dear Marc, Kristie and Family,
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your brother. May your memories of Richard be remembered always and help with your sorrow.
With sincere condolences,
Andy, Karen, Ali, Carli & Garrett Berube
Colleen McClure says
Dear Mrs. Bilodeau, Oliver and Jacob,
We were so very sorry to read of the loss of Mr. Bilodeau. My nephews and their friends attended Onoway High School and were so very grateful for Mr. Bilodeau’s understanding, guidance and care. Oliver, I only realized that this wonderful teacher was your father a few days ago. Blessings to all of you in your hour of need. Colleen, Bob, Robert and Ellen McClure
Solange Grenier says
Dear Rhéa, Jules and family,
I extend to you my heartfelt sorrow and deepest sympathy on your loss.
May the outpouring kindness and warm thoughts of friends help you through this difficult time.
I am holding you in my thoughts and prayers.
Solange Grenier
Anita Dubrule says
My sincere sympathies for your loss.