David Gordon Poyntz Ricketts

Beloved husband of Susan (nee Ford) for 56 years. Loving father of Jennifer (Shaun) Vince and Wendy (Michael) Lee and proud Papa of Nicole, Owen, Olivia, and Brandon. He will also be lovingly remembered by his brother Tim, nephew Keygan, the extended Ricketts and Ford families, and many friends.

David was ordained Canon at Christ Church (Anglican) Cathedral Hamilton, also received the Order of Niagara, an honorary Lay Reader and active member of several Niagara Diocesan and St. James' Church Dundas committees. His commitment to church and community was a vital part of his life.

David was an active member of Probus Canada (Board Director), and Stoney Creek Community Homes (Board Member).

As the third Great-Grandson of George Hamilton (Founder of Hamilton), he was proud of his heritage and his United Empire Loyalist status. An avid genealogist, he provided continuous historical perspective to his family and the community. David was a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of Canada for many years.

An associate of the Insurance Institute of Canada, and a Chartered Insurance Professional, he worked for the Royal Insurance Company of Canada for 32 years before becoming the Insurance Broker for the Anglican Diocese of Niagara until retirement.

David struggled for the past few years with kidney disease, as well as mobility and quality of life. Through it all, he did his best to stay positive for himself and his family. Many thanks to St. Joseph's Hospital for their exemplary care.

In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Family and friends are invited to Visitation at the Marlatt Funeral Home - Swackhamer Chapel, 195 King Street West, Dundas, (905-627-7452) on Thursday, May 2nd from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. The Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at St. James Anglican Church, 137 Melville Street, Dundas, on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 1:00 pm.

As expressions of sympathy, donations to St. James Church or the Kidney Foundation of Canada would be appreciated.