Peacefully at Jessica’s House, with family by his side, on Saturday, September 30, 2023 of Grand Bend in his 77th year. Loving husband to Lori (Villeneuve) Luening for over 55 years. Beloved father of Kelly and David Thoresen, and Trevor Luening all of Waterloo. Proud grandfather of Caitlin Mai Luening. Dear twin brother of Robert Luening (Ginny). Fondly remembered by the Villeneuve family, nieces, nephews, and close friends. Predeceased by a sister Mary Jane McKinnon.
Dick was a proud firefighter for almost 25 years in Waterloo. He and Lori co-owned the Winstop in Kitchener and he was an avid golfer. Lori and Dick retired to the wonderful community of Grand Bend 20 years ago.
A celebration of Dick’s life will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Wednesday, October 11th, 2023 from 11-1 PM. Words of remembrance will take place at 12 Noon. Cremation.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Jessica’s House, or a charity of your choice 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).
Doug and Anne Stephens
Lori, Our sincere condolences to you and your family. We planned to attend the service, but have to take our daughter-in-law to the Toronto airport at that time.
Treasure your memories.
Nancy Thoresen
David, thank you for sending the link so we could see the wonderful photo gallery this morning. Every photo tells a story, and there are so many that show the fun and joy that filled his life! He truly loved being with family… I could have ‘starred’ every photo! But the one of he and Bob on the pony? extra priceless… Kelly and Lori especially, we’ll keep praying as you all begin to try living with this new ‘normal’….
With our Love, Nancy and Ken (USA Thoresens )
Becky Cudmore & Nick Mandrak
Dear Lori and Family,
We are very much missing Dick’s presence in our neighbourhood. He had one of those open spirits and personalities that drew you to him. We are grateful for the time we had with him being real felt new to the community. You and he are in our thoughts with every glance out the window.
Coby Vanden Boomen
Lori and family,
I would like to offer my condolences. I am so sorry for your loss.
Coby Vanden Boomen
Billy Hway
Hi Lori, we have never met, sorry we didn’t. Dick , Bob and I we’re close friends during our High School days at Eastwood Collegiate. We we’re like the three amigos , Dick and Bob visited my home in Schumacher. I had moved to Lethbridge Alberta and we had never crossed paths during this time although the fun times stayed with me. My friend from Kitchener passed on the sad news to me today. I was so sorry to hear. I am happy to say the three years we spent together we’re classics. All the best to you Lori and your family. I love the Jays hat on Dick. Hope they win a World Series⚾️ for him.
Penny and John DeYoung
Lori:
What a good friend Dick was.
He will be riding along with us in thought on our future golf games.
When we hear our doorbell we will think of Dick and know he is in good hands in the Lords house now.
He will be greatly missed.
Art Exton
Hello Lori!
My deepest sympathies and condolences to you and the family. It has been a very long time since we last saw each other. Dick was always enjoyable to be with, and there was lots of laughter.
Good memories are alway there in this sad time.
Regards,
Art
Tom Clancy
Lori, I am sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I lost Cecile one month ago. I was going to attend the service but have a cardio appointment at that time. It is tough but we can struggle through. Sincere condolences to you and your families.
Peter Steinacker
Lori and family, I was saddened to hear that Richard had passed away , Lori I remember you from work days at Zehrs and the great visits we had with you and Eunice,
Cherish the memories you had with Richard.
Peter Steinacker
Peter & Sheila Maurer
Dear Lori.
Peter and I are so very sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved Dick. We hope that happy memories bring you and your family comfort. You have our heartfelt sympathy. Sending gentle hugs. Peter & Sheila
Dennis Schulz
Lori and family, I remember Dick and his twin Robert from ECI. When Dick was a driver for Schneiders and you worked at Zehrs., there was that spark between the 2 of you. You had a great life partner and he will be missed by many! God Bless!
Shirley Zupancic
Dear Lori and family,Toney and I are so sad about the passing of Dick,he was a wonderful neighbour for 20 years,we are going to miss him so much.Merrywood will not be the same without Dick.Big hugs to you Lorie. Love, Toney and Shirley
Annie Baltessen
Dear Lori & Family
Our deepest condolences. Dick was a wonderful neighbour and Merrywood will not be the same without him.
Hank & Annie Baltessen
Janice & Randy Williams
Lori & family:
We were sad to hear of Dick’s passing. It was always a pleasure to chat with him. We are so sorry for your loss.
Janice & Randy Williams
Wendy Case
Dear, Lori and family.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Dick was a great neighbour and friend to many here in Merrywood Meadows. His humour and friendship will be missed by all who knew him. May your happy memories bring peace at this very sad time. Pete and Wendy