Helen Richards

Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa on Thursday April 23, 2015 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of Carvel for 63 years. Loving mother of Linda, Debbie, Rick (Bev), and Rhonda (Tim). Cherished Nana of Alan (Christine), Amy (Andrew), Ryan, Timothy, Spencer, Riley and Hunter. Great-Nana of Kaylee, Brianna and Anakin. Predeceased by her parents Peter and Stella Strychalski, as well as by her brothers; Peter, Joe and Walter and her sisters; Kay, Keryleen, Eileen and Annie. Helen will be missed by her many nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a “heartfelt” thank you” to all of the wonderful staff on the Supportive Care Unit at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa. Resting at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West Oshawa (905-721-1234) with visitation on Sunday April 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Monday April 27th at 10 am. Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery, Oshawa. In memory of Helen, memorial donations to the Lakeridge Health Foundation-Cancer Care Unit or the charity of your choice would be gratefully acknowledged.