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RICHARD F. HUTCHINGS
Date of Passing: Nov 09, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRICHARD F. HUTCHINGS, CA CPA Richard Hutchings passed away November 9, 2018, in Mexico, at age 66 years. He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 30 years, Liz, and three adult sons, Roy, Sam and Jack. He is also survived by his brother Sandy (Betty) of Vancouver, sister Susan (Jim), and sister-in-law Mona, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother John. Richard was a graduate of St. John's-Ravenscourt, both Universities of Winnipeg and Manitoba and earned his CA/CPA certification while working for Deloitte & Touche. He specialized in mergers and acquisitions. He went to work with Price Waterhouse, contributing to the development of their small business practice. In 1984, he founded Hutchings May & Co. with his brother John and Bill May. During this time, he also took over The Hutchings Company, his family's wholesale glassware business. He joined Allmar Distributors & Greensteel Door in 2001, becoming President and Chief Restructuring Officer. In 2012, Richard established Canadian Corporate Restructuring, leading its business restructuring division. He became co-owner of Priority Restoration Services, Ltd. in 2014 and Cancade Restoration Services, Ltd. in 2015. It was his belief these enterprises helped him synthesize all of his experience in the business world. Throughout his national and international business career, Richard demonstrated an ability to see the bigger picture, the world beyond what was presented to him - this allowed him to transform business challenges into successes. He was an accomplished hockey player throughout high school and university. Richard also had a passion for nature, canoed throughout Manitoba and loved to tell stories of his paddling adventures in the Yukon. Time spent at the family cottage on Lake Malachi fed his spirit. He enjoyed its natural beauty, peacefulness, solitude and treasured the life-long friendships he developed there. Above all else, Richard loved his wife and sons unconditionally. He was infinitely proud of the fine men his sons have become. Rich was soft-spoken with a keen intellect and had a wonderful sense of humour. He will be missed by all who knew him. "In this life and beyond..." Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., December 7 at St. John's Anglican Cathedral, 135 Anderson Avenue, Winnipeg, with Bishop Geoffrey Woodcroft officiating. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Dec 1, 2018
RICHARD F. HUTCHINGS With sorrow, Richard's family announces his unexpected passing in Mexico, at the age of 66 years. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 7, at St. John's Anglican Cathedral, 135 Anderson Avenue, at 10:00 a.m. Longer notice in Saturday, December 1 edition. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Nov 24, 2018
RICHARD F. HUTCHINGS With sorrow, Richard's family announces his unexpected passing in Mexico, at the age of 66 years. Arrangements are pending with a longer obituary notice to follow. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Nov 17, 2018
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 17, 2018, Nov 24, 2018, Dec 01, 2018
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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Liz, please call me as I have a painting that belongs to your family. I would like to give it to you. - Posted by: Merrily Marchessault (Friend) on: May 16, 2019
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We were very sorry & sad to hear of Richard's passing. Elizabeth and kids you have my & Deirdre's deepest condolences. - Posted by: John Westlake (Friend / Employee) on: Dec 07, 2018
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Sad news to be sure, Auntie Liz. My thoughts are with you and the boys. - Posted by: Mark Sellors (Nephew) on: Dec 04, 2018
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Richard and I met in the early 80's. He was brilliant, but most of all kind, funny, generous, gentle and loving. His family was important to him and was always his first love. I remember him with a great smile and a sense for adventure. He loved to travel and I remember how much he enjoyed the outdoors. He was able to help my father, Norm, out of a complicated tax problem early in his career with Price Waterhouse. To this day my father is grateful for his help and great resolution. Thank you does not seem enough, but it will have to do. To his wife, Liz, and his children, I am deeply saddened for your loss. He is a good man and anyone who knew him, was blessed to have him in their lives. The world lost a great man today. My he rest in peace and be remembered through the legacy of his work, and love of his family and friends. - Posted by: April Stapon (Friend) on: Dec 03, 2018
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So sorry to hear. Richard was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Daniel Schwartz (Malachi friend) on: Dec 02, 2018
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Liz, Roy, Sam, Jack I am so sorry to read of Rich’s passing. Both Stu and I are remembering his kindness and caring from the times Roy and Stu were young buddies. Take care of yourselves - we are thinking about all of you and send our love. - Posted by: Catherine Roberts (Friend) on: Dec 02, 2018
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Our sincere condolences to Liz and boys and Richard's brother Alex and Betty..Sue and Jim and Mona. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Peter and Meroslava Gerber (friend) on: Dec 01, 2018
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So very sorry to read about this tragic news Liz. Richard was such a strong but soft-spoken guy; with family so important to him. I hope you have lots of family support for you and your sons at this difficult time. Will see you at the service. Love, Nancy and Ted - Posted by: Nancy and Ted LeBlond (Friends) on: Nov 24, 2018
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Rich was part of the SJC "gang" along with John 1969-1972. A very sweet guy.....he gave me hockey skates one Christmas, as he did not feel that figure skates were the "right thing" for women playing inter-mural hockey....a thoughtful and fun gift. What a loss for family and friends Lorraine Sutton SJC /U of M 1969-1972. - Posted by: Lorraine E. Sutton (University friends St John' College 1969-72) on: Nov 24, 2018
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Sam, I was so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your dear Dad. We are grieving along with you, and I hope that the support of your friends and loved ones brings you some comfort at this very difficult time. My love and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. - Posted by: "Madame B." (Former teacher) on: Nov 24, 2018
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To Liz and family - so very saddened to hear about the loss of Richard. Please accept our deepest condolences as you and the boys go though a very difficult time. Rich was a kind, soft spoken gentle spirit who always had a smile and something nice to say. All of our memories of Rich were wonderful and his presence will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Deb & Dale - Posted by: Dale Wuzinski (Friends) on: Nov 22, 2018
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Rich was an old friend from S.J.R. from the time I arrived at the school in grade five. A gentle, kind fellow with a tremendous sense of humour we will all miss greatly. Condolences to Liz and the entire Hutchings family. - Posted by: Daniel Donahue (Friend) on: Nov 20, 2018
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My sincere sympathy for your loss. I knew Richard many years ago, meeting him through Price Waterhouse - accountant, adviser and friend. My condolences to the all the family during this sad and difficult time. Jacquie Saville - Posted by: Jacqueline Saville (Business and friendship) on: Nov 20, 2018
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To the Hutchings family - Roy and I would like to extend our most heartfelt sympathies to you, Liz, and to your sons as well as the rest of the Hutchings family. We have so many fond memories of Richard. He was such a likeable person and always such a soft-spoken and kind gentleman. His passing came as such a shock and we grieve along with you. We pray God gives you all the strength you need to get through this. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Roy and Carol Whawell - Posted by: Roy and Carol Whawell (Friends) on: Nov 19, 2018
