Gerald Joseph Raymond Richard "Ray" - 74, Truro Heights, died January 31, 2018 at home.

He is survived by wife, Linda (Vaughan); daughter, Tara Richard, Lw. Sackville; sons, Michael (Colleen) Richard, Dawson Creek, BC, Derek Richard, Onslow; stepdaughters, Corinna Simon, Sydney, Alaina Jessome, Florence, NS; grandchildren, Nicholas Richard, Emily Richard, Cole Jessome, Kennedy Jessome; mother, Alexina Richard, Woodstock, NB; sister, Jean Domet, Woodstock, NB; brothers, Paul, David and Kevin Richard all of Woodstock, NB.

Ray was predeceased by his father, Gerald Richard; brother, John Richard.

Cremation has taken place with no visitation by request. The Memorial Service will be held Monday, February 5 at 2pm in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro, Pastor Greg Porter officiating. Interment at a later date. If so desired, donations in Ray's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.ColchesterCommunity.com