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HOTCHKISS: Rick of Exeter formerly of Stratford and Durham

Posted By Haskett Funeral Home On April 5, 2024 @ 5:05 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 30 Comments

HOTCHKISS: Rick of Exeter formerly of Stratford and Durham

Passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, April 5, 2024 at the age of 67. Beloved partner and best friend of Shirley Matt. Cherished father of Kara and Bryan Jones, and Keene Hotchkiss, and step-father of Jesse Matt, Emmett Kuiack, Crystal Matt (Matt), and April Matt. Adored Bampa of Evan, Hunter, Kayleigh, and Talana. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Linda Mighton, Valerie and Bill Grieve, Kathleen and Bruce Russell, Lori and Andy Poels, Debbie and Elias Nassar, Ivy and Randy Lowe, and Robb Biggs and Karen Walker. Fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and his furry friend Lexi. Predeceased by his parents Edwin and Dureen (McNally) Hotchkiss.

Rick worked as a PSW for One Care and found it as his calling for his second career. He cared greatly for each of his clients and loved each moment spent with them. He also enjoyed games of poker with his regular poker friends and will be greatly missed in the group and the community.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Please check back for service details.

Donations to Heart & Stroke or the Ontario Wildlife Rescue Fund in Rick’s memory would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “HOTCHKISS: Rick of Exeter formerly of Stratford and Durham”

Condolence from Cindy Shaddock on April 5th, 2024 5:19 PM

Shirley and Family,

Our deepest heartfelt condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

The Shaddock Family

Condolence from Patricia on April 5th, 2024 6:11 PM

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your families. May you find comfort through your memories and support from all your friends. He will truly will never be remembered by all the lives he touched. God be with you during this time and always.

Condolence from Randy Bye on April 5th, 2024 7:13 PM

My sympathies to Rick’s family.
I am Rick’s first cousin…. my mother was a Hotchkiss. The Hotchkiss clan grew up in Stalwart, Saskatchewan and moved to Ontario to pick tobacco in the mid 50’s settling first near Walsingham and then later up in Mount Forest. All nine kids, with the exception of Bill, who died young from a hiatus hernia made it up to this neck of the woods.
Rick’s father, Ed, did everything from work construction to drill wells to finish out his career at the furniture factory in Durham.
Rick did a stint at the furniture factory too.
Rick was seven years older than me so I never really got a chance to know him that well, but I do remember him coming down here in the summertime and driving my mother’s old Corvair car around the farm with me in the passenger seat before he had his license.
He was a lot of fun and I remember him singing “Bottle of Wine” over and over and smoking cigarettes like a wild man.

Rest in peace Rick

Randy Bye
Mount Forest, Ontario

Condolence from Valerie Grieve on April 5th, 2024 7:57 PM

Rick was a warm hearted and much loved man who will be missed by his family and community.

Condolence from BARB STEVENSON on April 6th, 2024 7:58 AM

Kara, Keene and family. I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Barb Stevenson

Condolence from Nancy Pegelo on April 6th, 2024 8:11 AM

Dear Kara and Keene
We are so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing.❤️. Our heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Love Ron and Nancy

Condolence from Margaret Brintnell on April 6th, 2024 9:24 AM

Shirley & All Your Family.
So sorry to hear about passing of Rick. So Sudden. Thinking of you & my prayers are with you at this devastating time. God Bless All of You.
My Sympathy – Margaret Brintnell

Condolence from Jes on April 6th, 2024 10:34 AM

To say there won’t be a gap in the PSW team you worked with would be lying. So many clients are going to miss you! I’m going to miss making you laugh Rick, and you telling me not to let others know you’re a softy. Thank you for all your care and concerns for the clients you have serviced for years or even days. You will be missed. Rest In Peace.

– Jes.K.

Condolence from Bruce and Nancy White on April 6th, 2024 11:09 AM

Spent many hours chatting over the fence about growing flowers in our yards. Rick had a great laugh and a green thumb as well. May your memories of Rick keep him in your hearts.

Condolence from Jim and Marcella on April 6th, 2024 11:41 AM

Our condolences to Shirley and family. Many fond memories of our get togethers.

Condolence from Nancy and Bruce White on April 6th, 2024 11:47 AM

The great meatball caper began one summer evening. We were having meatballs for supper. The warm summer air was coming in through the kitchen window. Our Kathleen persisted in refusing to eat her meatballs, in fact, she and I were at a stalemate. No one giving in. When to our astonishment Rick came in through the front door and scooped up her meatballs and ran out of the house with them. Confrontation over, much laughter over her caped Crusader to the rescue. Great memory of a special neighbour.

Condolence from Rick Proud on April 6th, 2024 12:30 PM

Condolences to Ricks family and friends.

Condolence from Kathy McFarland on April 6th, 2024 1:30 PM

I am so very sorry to hear of Rick’s passing- he passed but never left your heart. Sending you hugs for your journey through this. My heart is hurting for you❤️

Condolence from Chris &Ann Moody on April 7th, 2024 9:16 AM

We have fond memories of sharing food , conversation and laughter with Rick ,Deb ,Kara and keen in St Mary’s in the 90, we are sad to hear of his passing , forever in our thoughts.

Condolence from Gayle Fairthorne on April 7th, 2024 12:51 PM

Dear Keene and Kara – sending you my sympathy for the loss of your Father. I have a memory of him and Keene when we were all at Camp Bimini many years ago – he and Keene singing and walking around a campfire, getting everyone involved. So much fun.

Condolence from Dianne Underhill on April 7th, 2024 6:13 PM

Sorry for your lost Shirley and Emmett always here if you need me rest in peace Rick

Condolence from Julie Grimminck on April 7th, 2024 7:48 PM

Dear Shirley & Family,

My sympathy to you as you grieve the loss of Rick. I had the privilege of working along side Rick in home care. He wore his heart on his sleeve, loved to laugh and was always ready to share his opinion. Every day Rick would be impacting those he served.

“Never underestimate the valuable and important difference you make in every life you touch. For the impact you make today has a powerful rippling effect on every tomorrow.” Anonymous

Sending prayers of comfort, healing and peace as you navigate through this heartbreak. 🤍

Condolence from Cathy Parsons on April 7th, 2024 9:32 PM

Shirley, I am so very sorry to hear this. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Treasure all the fantastic memories . Thinking of you. I am here if you ever need me!

Hang in there,
Cathy Parsons & Al Quick

Condolence from Sherry Kirkey on April 7th, 2024 9:39 PM

Shirley and family;
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Hugs for all

Condolence from Paula Loomans on April 7th, 2024 9:39 PM

So So Sorry to hear of Rick’s Passing!! My Deepest Sympathy! Big Hugs Shirley!🤗🤗

Condolence from Robb & bert kirkey and family on April 7th, 2024 11:02 PM

Shirley. So sorry to hear about your loss. Happy trails Rick. You will be greatly missed by my dear lovely friend

Condolence from Marina Gibson on April 8th, 2024 12:01 PM

On behalf of ONE CARE Home and Community Support Services, I would like to offer our sincere sympathies on the death of Rick. I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was a wonderful person , a very dedicated PSW and he will be so sorely missed. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
.

Condolence from Cheryl Murphy on April 9th, 2024 5:36 PM

Our condolences to Linda and all of Ricks family. Rick was my cousin on my mom’s side. As children we spent many a weekend together while our parents played cards, camped and had huge bonfires. The strongest memory was his love of singing. As young kid his rendition of House of the Rising Sun always was a favourite.

Condolence from Don and Cathy Lantz on April 9th, 2024 8:11 PM

Sending our condolences to Rick’s sister Linda and to Rick’s family.
So sorry to hear of his passing.

Condolence from Jim Thompson on April 10th, 2024 9:59 AM

My condolences to Shirley & Family , Linda, friends and relatives for the loss of Rick so suddenly. Thinking of you all at this time of sorrow.
RIP Cousin Rick until we meet again one day on the other side.

Jim Thompson

Condolence from Debra F Tilley on April 10th, 2024 11:16 AM

Shirley and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sad time. Cherish your memories hold them close.
Debra and Ken Tilley

Condolence from Bryon and Mary on April 11th, 2024 1:30 PM

Dear Shirley and Family: We would like to offer our sincerest condolences. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time

Condolence from Kathy Thiel on April 11th, 2024 6:57 PM

Shirley,
We are so very sorry to read about the loss of Rick. Please accept our heartfelt condolences as you mourn his loss. May your memories of wonderful times together remind you of his love and bring you comfort.
Kathy and Terry Thiel, Colin, Conor and Caleb

Condolence from The Averys on April 12th, 2024 12:07 PM

Kara and Keene, we are so very sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your Dad. I remember him playing with his guitar during summer evenings in Sauble Beach. Always preferring the outdoor life, he was always pitching a tent in a nearby campground.

Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Rest in peace, Uncle Rick.
Always remembered, love always, Josh, Tonia, Jacob and Luke Avery.

Condolence from Tammy MacDonald on April 16th, 2024 12:00 PM

My sincerest condolences to Shirley and family. My heart goes out to all. No words can describe what you are feeling g and going through. Much love

Tammy MacDonald

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