Peacefully at St. Marys Memorial Hospital, St. Marys on Monday, June 23, 2025 of Granton at the age of 65. Loving spouse of Karrie (Taylor) Labreche for 32 years. Cherished father of Ashtyn Labreche of Exeter, Shane Labreche of Granton, Andrew Ellis (Crystal) of Aylmer and Jason Ellis of Aylmer. Proud grandfather of Aubrey, Hadley, Emily, Khloe, Hunter, and Bella. Survived by sisters Cecile Baril and Carol Hodgkinson (Jason Cook), special sister-in-law Florence Labreche and sister-in-law Myra Taylor Joyes. Predeceased by his parents Emile and Marie (Lalonde) Labreche, siblings Marcel, Gerald, Earnest, Fern, Raymond, and Lucille Labreche.
The family would like to give our thanks to family and many friends who are supporting us through this difficult transition. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 27th from 1-5 PM at the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 540, 136 Market Street, LUCAN.
Donations to St. Marys Healthcare Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Aubree Labreche
I miss my papa so so so so so much
Chantelle and family
Kerry, and family.
My deepest condolences for your loss.
Uncle Richard was loved deeply, and will be deeply missed.
With Love
Dianne Girdler
So very sorry for your loss.
Joy Tyler
Carrie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you.
Our sincere condolences , Rick will be dearly missed.
Love
John and Jeanne Parent
Spark
So sorry for your loss Karrie and family
Dianne Faubert & Daryl Tripp
Daryl and I extend our sincere condolence, Karrie and family.
Rick will be missed.
Florence LaBreche
To Karrie and family,
Sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Lowell & Jackie Penner
Karrie so sorry to hear about Rick, we are Thinking of you at this hard time. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you🙏
Carol Hodkinson
Our visit last July 2024 n it was great to have seen my brother Richard n his family Jason n I enjoyed your hospitality. I loved my brother so dearly n knew he was a good man .gone but he won’t be forgotten and Kerrie your son was so helpful when we went down to visit last July. Thank you for looking after my brother !
Deborah Hayter
Karrie, Ashtyn, Shane, Andy, Jason and families.
I know there are no words to offer you comfort at this time.
I have quite a few fond memories of Rick over the years.
Please know that you are all in my thoughts.
Judy Palsa
Karrie and family
So sorry to hear of Rick*s passing
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Suzanne
Dear Karrie and family
My deepest condolences.
Rick will be dearly missed.
Rest in peace my friend
Sandy Watson
Karrie and family
I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending prayers of comfort.
Diane Blom
Karrie and Family
My deepest condolences. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
Steve and Donna
So sorry for your loss. Rick will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hilda & Archie Appelman
We remember all the good times we had-sorry to hear about your loss-our thoughts are with you-take care
Paul and Anne Shanks
Condolences to the family. RIP Rick.
Amy Parsons
Karrie,
My sympathies to you and your entire family. Thinking of you.
Brian, Leslie, Allie, and Rachel O’Hara
We will all miss you so much, Rick. Sending our deepest condolences.
Trevor Boyle
RIP OLD MAN BUDDY YOU WERE A TRUE MAN FATHER AND FRIEND LEAVE THE GATE OPEN SEE YOU SOON
Christie Eveland
LaBreche Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Rick – we treasure and appreciate everything he did for us over the years at Consolidated Sign. Rest assured he and Seymour will be enjoying a beverage or two together!!
Our sincerest sympathy – he will be missed a great deal. We are thinking of you – take care – keep in touch.
The Eveland Family & Ricks extended Consolidated Family
Dave Broom
My condolences to you Karrie and your family.
RIP Rick!
Karen & Randy Stanlake
Richard was a very kind man. His smile could light up a room! Last time we saw him all he could do is talk about his family. He loved his family with all his heart!
May the stories in the coming days give you comfort.
Condolences to the entire family.
Paul and Magen
We are deeply saddened to hear about Rick’s passing. Our hearts are with you all during this difficult time. Cherish the precious memories you had with him and we wish that you find comfort in the days ahead. May he rest in sweet paradise.
Barry and Lori Becker
Karrie and Family, There are no words to explain how we feel. We all have lost a great friend. Love to all. Rest in Peace LITTLE FEATHER
George and Sue Wilson
Florence, Karrie and families, heartfelt condolences on your loss. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Webber
Karrie and family
Sorry to hear of Rick ‘s passing. He will be missed.
Megan Hodgson (Hayter)
Karen, Ashtyn, Shane and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rick was a good friend to my father, and I know he will be deeply missed. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.
Harry foster
Sending My sincere condolences to all.
Tim Lawrence
My deepest condolences too Karrie and family Rick was a stand up guy and will be deeply missed
Dave and Brenda Palsa
Karrie and family- so saddened to hear of Rick’s passing- I’m sure he and Seymour are having a beer or two together- our thoughts are with you and family
Harry Blom
My condolences to the family. Rick was a wonderful friend who will be missed dearly.
Terrie Shaw
Dear Karrie and family
So sorry for your loss.
It’s been a long time since we’ve seen each other Karrie but know I am thinking of you at this sad time . Sending hugs and love.
Jim and Nathalie Glavin
So sorry for your loss
Nathalie Denis
My heart is with you all during this incredibly difficult time. There are no perfect words that can ease the pain of losing someone so special, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I hope we can all find some comfort in the memories we shared.
Wishing you strength, peace, and gentle days ahead.
Nancy Chartrand
My deepest condolences to Richard’s family and friends. I haven’t seen Richard since my teens, but he will never be forgotten. I looked up to him during our many visits to Grand Bend. May he rest, pain free in paradise.
Meghan Smith
He was a great man and he was one of those few family members who made me actually feel like family. He was a vibe to be around and he will be missed. I’m sorry you didn’t get to meet Nia 😔
Jan Chartrand
My deepest condolences, prayers for each of you at this very difficult time
Linda
So sorry for your loss Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time.