Obituary for Richard Paul Erdmann
Erdmann, Richard Paul passed away peacefully with the support of his wife at his side, at the Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket on Sunday September 26 2021, in his 57th year after a long and courageous battle against cancer. Loving and devoted husband of Michelle (nee Mallen) for 33 years. Beloved father of Jonathan, Joshua and Sophia Erdmann and dear son of the late Alberdina (Doreen) Erdmann and Paul Erdmann. Richard was educated at Queen's University in Kingston where he graduated in 1987 with his Bachelor of Arts and in 1988 with his Bachelor of Education, after which he began his 30 year career as a teacher and an administrator with the York Region Board of Education. Richard was devoted to his career in education and enjoyed working with and guiding students, sharing his compassion and strength with parents, sharing his time, leadership and wisdom with teachers and fellow administrators. Richard gave his "all" and enthusiasm to everything he touched, and has left a lasting impression with many and will be dearly missed. Always willing to share his most personal experiences with all who might benefit from his learnings, Richard blogged about his most personal battle with cancer, never missing a week, and through this selfless sharing of this most private journey, reaching and helping so many dealing with similar struggles. His messages resonated with all. Richard was especially devoted to his family, proud of their accomplishments, wanting their happiness and with dreams for the many more exciting things yet to come their way.
Our family would also like to say a special thank you to the caring staff with the Stronach Regional Cancer Centre, particularly Dr. Simos and nurse Jen, the Palliative care team with Southlake Regional Health Centre, particularly Dr. Mulhern, nurses Shondra, Mahtab and Netta, and the dedicated staff with Margaret Bahen Hospice Centre who worked tirelessly to see to his comfort and that of his family.
Friends may register for visitation at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home 157 Main St S Newmarket for Sunday October 3rd between 1-3 pm. Please see below for details on how to register with the funeral home.
A Private Chapel Service will be held at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral home on Monday October 4th between 2-3 pm. As numbers to attend are restricted due to COVID, this will be by invitation only from the family. The service will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person, but wish to share in the service.
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A Celebration of a Life Well Lived will follow on Oct 4 from 3:30-6:30 and all are welcome to attend. No registration is required. It was Richard's wish that there be an opportunity for us to gather and to share some stories and fond memories with family, colleagues and friends alike . A few organized speeches will start at approximately 4:30 pm. Location: EVENTMRKT 352 Doug Duncan Drive, Newmarket.
Interment will follow at a later date in Kingston, Ontario with a private service for immediate family and friends."
Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society and Margaret Bahen Hospice (Newmarket).
Our family would also like to say a special thank you to the caring staff with the Stronach Regional Cancer Centre, particularly Dr. Simos and nurse Jen, the Palliative care team with Southlake Regional Health Centre, particularly Dr. Mulhern, nurses Shondra, Mahtab and Netta, and the dedicated staff with Margaret Bahen Hospice Centre who worked tirelessly to see to his comfort and that of his family.
Friends may register for visitation at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home 157 Main St S Newmarket for Sunday October 3rd between 1-3 pm. Please see below for details on how to register with the funeral home.
A Private Chapel Service will be held at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral home on Monday October 4th between 2-3 pm. As numbers to attend are restricted due to COVID, this will be by invitation only from the family. The service will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person, but wish to share in the service.
Click Here to Watch Live
A Celebration of a Life Well Lived will follow on Oct 4 from 3:30-6:30 and all are welcome to attend. No registration is required. It was Richard's wish that there be an opportunity for us to gather and to share some stories and fond memories with family, colleagues and friends alike . A few organized speeches will start at approximately 4:30 pm. Location: EVENTMRKT 352 Doug Duncan Drive, Newmarket.
Interment will follow at a later date in Kingston, Ontario with a private service for immediate family and friends."
Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society and Margaret Bahen Hospice (Newmarket).