Obituary of Rick Banfield

It is with great sadness the family of Rick Banfield (Daniel Richard) of Bay L’argent announce his sudden passing on Friday, June 14, 2024 in Fort McMurray, AB at the age of 49 years.

Leaving behind with broken hearts and loving memories are his fiancée April Francis of Burin, his son Oliver age 2 and his two step sons Jacob (Jamie ) and Jackson; father Lewis, brother Mark; parents-in-law Janice & Jack Taylor; uncles Max Scott (Kay), Sam Scott (Diane), Brian Scott ( Sandy), Guy Scott( Sharon); aunts Shirley Bullen (Clarence), Gloria Lodge(Terry), Elsie Scott, Barbara Pope, Ivy Dolimount ( George), Glenda Banfield , uncle Alvin Banfield  and many other nephews, nieces, family and friends.

Rick is predeceased by his mother Olive, grandparents Lewis & Mabel Banfield and George and Elizabeth Scott, aunts Lillian (Harry) Martin, Elsie Hynes (Sam),Verna Legge (Larry), Reg Thornhill, and uncle Clyde Scott. 

Tragically, Rick's life was cut short on June 14, 2024. His passing has left a void in the hearts of all who knew him, but his spirit will live on through his partner, dad, sons, brother and friends. Though our hearts may be broken, the love we have for Rick will endure, a beacon of light in the darkness of our grief. His memory will live on in the laughter and love he shared, and his spirit will continue to guide and inspire us.

Rick  will be deeply missed, but his legacy of love, kindness, and compassion will forever be a source of comfort and strength to all who were fortunate enough to have known him. May he rest in peace, surrounded by the beauty of the natural world he so dearly loved.

For those of you who have reached out regarding our needs as a family during this painful time, know that we appreciate your support. If anyone would like to make a donation to April and the children please emt to april_showers37@hotmail.com If you would like to help contribute to funeral costs please email serenityfuneralhome@msn.com.

The family will be receiving family and friends at Serenity Funeral Home Burin on Monday, June 24 2024 from 6-9PM.

Inurnment will be held at St. Hilda's Anglican cemetery, Bay L' Argent on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 2PM. 

A luncheon will be held after in the basement St. Hilda's Anglican Church Bay L' Argent in Rick's Memory.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home. We listen, we learn, we walk with you.

 

 

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