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RICHARD (RICK) SELMANOVIC
Born: Apr 01, 1956
Date of Passing: Sep 26, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRICHARD (RICK) SELMANOVIC
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard (Rick) who died at his home in Toronto on September 26, 2025, while recovering from medical treatments for recent health issues.
Rick was born in Winnipeg on April 1,1956. He moved to Ontario in 1984 to study Television Arts and settled in Toronto where he worked in the film industry - a job he enjoyed and continued working casually until shortly before his passing.
Rick always enjoyed sports, starting early on the school soccer field and hockey rinks. He was also a huge fan of music and kept a comprehensive library of his favorite classic music of the day.
His talent for archiving, along with his strong family values, fueled his passion for his extensive collection of family photos and video. He was particularly proud of some of his edited video projects of family and his travels.
Rick loved spending time at the beach, either in Ontario, Manitoba or on his frequent trips to Cuba.
Rick’s death was preceded by his dad, Bruce, in 2017, and mother, Carmeline, in 2023. He is survived by his three brothers, Randy, Rob and Barry, sister-in-law, Lucille, and niece, Jordan. He will be missed for his good humour, kind heart and gentle spirit.
Rick will be laid to rest back in Winnipeg that was always his home in his heart. There will be a private family service held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 04, 2025
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Rest in peace Rick. - Posted by: Michael Wood (Roommate in the 90s) on: Oct 05, 2025
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My deepest Condolences to the Salmanovic Families. Went to school with Rick in Transcona, played hockey at Pirates CC ,hung around with Rick, He was such a funny fella to be with ,Lots of fond memories ,Very Sorry he has passed away. - Posted by: Randy Jones (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2025
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I first met Rick in the early 90’s back in Toronto. He was such a great guy, whether it be with good advice, sharing his love for music, or his seemingly endless source of hilarious stories. We fell out of touch a few years after I moved out west in 2009, but we would fondly recall his company with many a “do you remember this Rick story!” Rest in peace, brother… - Posted by: Patrick Caraher (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2025