In Loving Memory

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                                                          Our world forever changed in the early morning on May 23, 2026 as                                                                our loving father passed away peacefully at the Brantford General                                                                  Hospital in his 80th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife, who he                                                                  missed every day. Marlin (2024). Leaving behind a legacy of love, their                                                            children Jennifer  and Chris Foster, Kandice and Peter Vansickle, and                                                              Brent and Tracey Usher. Much loved “Gpa” of Andrew, Kaitlyn                                                                            (Giordan), Alex (Vanessa), Emily, Matthew, Samuel and Claire.

    Beloved brother of Barb Leskew, Brother in-law to Mel and Judy Kennedy, Craig and Cyndi Kennedy, and Toni and Len Ellins. Predeceased by his loving parents Jim and Georgina Usher and in-laws Sam and Rose Kennedy. Special friend to Marlene Graham.

    Ric was a man of integrity, rich values, hard work and deep devotion to those he loved. He was a car enthusiast dating back to his younger years racing drag cars and in more recent years a member of the Piston Pushers Car Club where he enjoyed many car club events with his cherished friends.

    His heart and soul will forever be in Honey Harbour where many memories were shared and created especially with his grandchildren. He was a proud member of Local 67- Pipefitters union where he worked many hours finishing his successful career at Aecon (2008).

    He taught us the value of resilience, always doing the right thing and provided a listening ear or a guiding hand when needed. He knew how to “work hard and play harder.”

Special thank you to the staff on B2 at the Brantford General Hospital for all their love and care.

    A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm with sharing memories at 7:00 pm at the Brantford Golf and Country Club, 60 Ava Road.

Donations can be made in honor of Ric to one of his favorite charities Crossing all Bridges or Brantford General Hospital.