Condolences

So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. Though we did not see him often, as neighbours down the hill on Rockcliffe Drive, we knew he would come to our help if needed and he would always offer a cheery hello or wave in passing. Our sincere sympathies go out his family. The happy memories you made will always be with you. Sending you strength and comfort.
Carol Vervaecke and family

-Carol Vervaecke

Jane and family,
I taught with Dick during the time of Gillespie and Harper. I am very sorry for your loss. Dick was a remarkable human with a golden heart of respect, courtesy, diligence and hard work. A fine teacher and coach. His passing is a great loss to you and the Parry Sound community.

-Caroline Miller

Sad to hear. A good guy that I had as a teacher with fond memories and I would think of Richard every day as I look at one of his pictures on my wall.

-Brook Scarr

Peter and I are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Richard. His legacy will live on thru the Tamarack North Community Centre and beyond. We just made a donation in lieu of flowers. Sending big hugs and we hope for happier days for you all in time.
Kindest regards, Marla and Peter Ashmore

-Marla Louise Ashmore

Richard will be missed by so many people. I remember all the good times we had on many occasions over the years, and how caring and considerate he always was. My thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

-Catherine (Virgo) Truman

I was shocked to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a wonderful colleague, always supportive, and positive. Condolences to Jane, Ian, Maggie and the rest of the family. RIP Richard.

-James Mintz

One of my favorite teachers/people at PSHS. Deepest condolences to Jane (favorite at William Beatty).

-Cameron Facer

Very sorry to hear of Mr. Culverwell’s passing. Dick was a community orientated individual and guided many. He will be missed.

-Ray Verschuere

To Jane & Family
Please accept our sincere condolences on Richard’s death. We enjoyed meeting you & Richard when the guys played ball for All Florida Weatherproofing in 2022.
Jim & Maureen Fraser

-Jim & Maureen Fraser

I am deeply struck by the news of Richard’s passing. I worked with him at PSHS and we shared many fun times together. I know that he impacted so many students in positive ways and will be missed by many. My condolences to the entire Culverwell family.
Mike Keddy

-Mike Keddy

I’m sorry to hear of your loss I remember him well from my high school days.

-Paul Clifton

Such an incredibly sweet caring man
always put everybody first
Took such good care of us
I will miss him we all will
🙏 TC

-Tom Cochrane

Our sincere condolences to Jane and children at this sad news. We enjoyed the many excellent photos we saw on Richard’s online postings.

-Carol & Randy Heimpel

I just heard the sad news. So sorry from the Kuzmyk family

-Cathy Kuzmyk

I was very sorry to learn of Richard’s passing. Throughout his career at PSHS as a dedicated professional, he was very highly regarded by both staff and students. Any school would have been happy to have him on their staff. Please accept my deepest sympathies and may his memory always be a blessing for you.
Bob Groskorth

-Robert A Groskorth

Our condolences to Jane and all of Mr Culverwell’s family friends colleagues and former students. I especially would congratulate Mr Culverwell for his years of work with so many of us to reframe physical education as a science in addition to sports competition and physical exercise or training. Rest in peace.

-Kirk Quinn

Richard kept us working hard in school…always wanting our best yet made everything fun. I have enjoyed our chats even more as adults in the shop…condolences to all family and friends

-Kevin Baker

I had the pleasure of working as a volunteer with Richard over the past 10 years, in helping to support pool efforts for the Tamarack Center. He was such a shining star for me. And I will miss him dearly. I’m hoping to push the swim team to success in Richards honour as we go into the first year of formation of the team. Richard was so fond and supportive in getting the team going.

-Dana Labrie

Thanks for the great photos over the years Richard. My you rest in peace my good friend

-Jim and Chris Shaw

Mr. Culverwell was one of my favourite teachers. He was an absolutely great role model for his students. Recently he added me on Facebook and shared many of his great photographs he took. Such a great human, I am so sorry to hear he’s passed. My heart and thoughts go out to his family.

-Glen shaw

So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a wonderful person and I was very blessed to know him. My thoughts are with you Jane and family and I send my love.

-Michelle Amm

Jane, So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I can’t say how much I appreciated spending time with the two of you during our trip to bring my dad, Brian Amm, home to Ontario after he passed. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

-Jeannine Amm

To Jane and family, so Sorry to hear that Richard has died, but know it was a long journey, and glad his suffering has ended. I have known you both since grade school, always engaged in students progress, and dreams, ever changing lives. Sincere Condolences to you and your family Jane…Warm Hugs, Richard’s smile and Positive, support will Truly be missed by many in this Community😔❤️✌️

-Lisa Gregory

We all send our deepest condolences and hugs to Jane and family. Dick was such an encouraging and caring teacher and individual, whether with our kids in school, our playing badminton, his generous donations of his brilliant local photography to the hospital fundraising campaign and, most recently, his tireless fundraising for the Tamarack North Centre. He made a lasting impact on our community and will be sadly missed by us all.

-The Woodhouse Family

To all of Richard’s Family you have my deepest sympathy. Richard was a genuine caring honest man as a former student one could easily see His heart felt concern an inspiration for many this world needs more like Him. He will be missed but His legacy memory lives on shared by those blessed to have known Him God Speed Richard. John

-JOHN McGARVEY

Dear Jane, What devastating news. I am so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I remember him as your great partner in life. I always appreciated our conversations over coffee or lunch at Country Gourmet. He was a good listener and thoughtful. His creativity was imaginative, whether it was his renovation plans or his wonderful photography. His, and your, community work with the new Community Centre will have a lasting impact on the region. He will be deeply missed. Sending lots of hugs, Louise Montague

-Louise Montague

Dear Jane and Maggie and Ian, We are so sorry to learn of Richard’s passing. The world has lost a great guy. The world will miss his warmth, his kindness, his energy, his commitment, his vision for new projects. The Tamarack Recreation Centre will forever be a testament to his dream. We think fondly of our years together at PSHS. Those were good years; Richard and you, Jane, were a big part of that. We send our love and support and sympathy through these difficult days. Pat and Richard Poole

-Patricia and Richard Poole

We are very sad to hear of Richard’s passing. Bob worked with Richard during the phys. ed. chapter of his life. We have been remembering the many contributions he made to the students of Parry Sound High School. Deepest sympathy to Jane, Ian, Maggie & families.

-Bob & Becky Smalldon

Jane, my sincere condolences to you and your family.

-Susan Murphy

Ron and I were very saddened to hear of Richard’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences to you Jane and your beautiful family. He will be greatly missed.

-Ron and Laura Zulak

So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a Physical and Health Education teacher of mine as well as a colleague at Parry Sound High School. A person with heart – always a smile. Deepest condolences to Jane, Maggie and Ian.
Tim Johnson

-Tim Johnson

Richard personified the “good neighbour”. He was always thoughtful, helpful, generous, energetic, reliable and friendly. His positivity was productive and infectious. I also admired his photography, which clearly showed his creative gifts and love of the landscape. My family and I send our thoughts and condolences to Jane and the whole family.

-Richard Turner

Jane and family….dear dear friends.
Richard was a very unique person. He was inspired at an early age by the likes of Picasso and Van Gogh. His innate talent was the driving force to create furniture from driftwood,build enchanted forests for his grandchildren, to beautiful landscape and portrait photography. His students, school and community have tremendously benefited from his dedication and perseverance to this ethos. Our family, along with many, miss him greatly.
RIP my friend, buddy, brother.
Jim and Brenda Davies…Alex and Meghan.

-Jim and Brenda Davies

Jane and family. Our thoughts are with you. We met Richard when we had the good fortune have his wonderful parents as neighbors. His kindness and pleasant nature will not be forgotten.
Cindy and Brad Profit

-Cindy Profit

Condolences to the family. Richard was a gentleman in the truest definition. He epitomized grace, kindness, and integrity in all his interactions. See you on the other side Mr Culverwell

-Patrick Davis

Jane and family, We are deeply sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a valued member of our community, and we sincerely appreciate his dedication to the Tamarack North Centre.
He will be greatly missed. With our heartfelt condolences, Township of Carling

-Township of Carling

To the Culverwell family,
Cathy and I send our sincerest condolences. It was a pleasure getting to know Richard when we moved in to the Carling area 15 years ago. He will certainly be missed.

-Greg Houston

Shocked and sad to read about the passing of Richard. As former “Saultities,” we worked together for several years at Parry Sound High School. I always admired his genuine, easy going, kind, and warm demeanour and how that played in his connection with staff and students. My deepest condolences to you Jane and family.

-Bill Bolton

Our heartfelt condolences to Jane and her family. Richard was a friend from when we went to Sault Collegiate, LSSC and CMU. Mostly we enjoyed playing badminton for fun and in tournaments. Rest in Peace Richard.
Richard and Mavis Laskowski, Cambridge Ont.

-Richard Laskowski

Jenn and I send our loving condolences to you all. Richard was such a kind man, and I was lucky to have him as a guidance counselor, client, and friend. He had a way of bringing out the best in people and will be missed.

-Jason Rosewell

Dear Jane and family. I am sadden to hear of Richard’s passing. He was such an amazing teacher and coach. His passing is a great loss to all that knew him. Sending by sincerest condolences to you and your family.

-Donna Watkinson (Tucci)