In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar

 

Richard Michael Boyd

 

Leading Seaman Ship's Storesman, RCN / C.A.F. (Navy)

 

Born: 06 Jun 1947, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

 

Died: 07 Sep 2024, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

 

BOYD, Richard Michael - of Calgary, AB, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the age of 77 years.

 

He is survived by his daughter Kelly, son-in-law Grant, grandchildren, Grayson and Hunter; his son Rick Boyd, and his brother-in-law Bob Miletic.

 

He will be sadly missed and remembered by his friends and family, as well as his Royal Canadian Navy crewmates; HMCS Kootenay (DDE 258).

 

Per Richard’s final wishes, a funeral service will not be held. Instead, please pour a pint or grab a bottle of Coors Light and cheers his life and memory.

 

Thank you for your service, Dad – Love you always!

 

In living memory of Richard Boyd, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Heritage, 1708 – 16th Avenue NW, Calgary, AB, T2M 0L7, Telephone: 403-299-0100.

 

Ships served in:

HMCS KOOTENAY - Rick was serving in KOOTENAY as a LS.ST at the time of the explosion.

 


 

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