(May 28, 1935- January 11, 2023)
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Gordon Latta announce his passing, after a lengthy battle with cancer, at Kamloops Hospice on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. He was 87 years old.
Richard was born in Punnichy, Saskatchewan in 1935 to Wilf and Norma. After a full and successful career in the RCMP, Richard retired as Staff Sergeant in 1981 and assumed the role as Executive Director of the Alpine Club of Canada in Banff, Alberta. He concluded his working years running his own business and eventually retired in Kamloops, BC where he enjoyed golfing, curling and fly fishing.
Richard actively served in the Search and Rescue and accompanied former Prime Minister, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, on several mountaineer and alpine ski expeditions. He also represented British Columbia as Skip at the Canadian Rothman’s Silver Stone RCMP Curling Championships in Regina in 1975.
Richard will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 63 years, Janice Claire nee Thornley; daughter Sandra Bauhuis and husband Dennis, Rick and wife Penny, Todd and wife Jane; grandchildren, Danielle (Ben), Brendon (Brittany), Paige, Jarrod, Coty and Kyle; great-granddaughter, Eloise; and many other nieces and nephews, family and friends.
Richard was predeceased by his parents, Norma and Wilf, siblings, Shirley Jane and Lorna Jean, and infant son, Douglas.
There will be a private gathering for family and friends in the spring when Richard’s ashes will be scattered in his secret fly-fishing spot.
The Latta family want to acknowledge the wonderful and selfless staff at the Kamloops Hospice and request all donations be sent to support their care and service at: www.kamloopshospice.com/contribute/donate/
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Stephen Hawtree
I was very saddened to hear of Uncle Dick’s passing. I will always have the fondest memories of him and will remember his smile. My heart goes out to Auntie Janice and all the family and friends who will also miss him.
Bruce & Barb CAMERON
RIP Dick. Our thoughts & prayers are with you Janice & family.
Janice
Many thanks Stephen, for sharing your memories. We have always had a soft spot in our hearts for you and of course Christina. Take care, hugs Aunty Janice
Ralph Svenson
I would like to extend my condolences to Janice and her family. Unfortunately we have lost touch with each other over the years, and I am saddened to hear of his passing. I enjoyed our time together curling and the odd golf game. It was great memory curling with Dick in the Regina RCMP Canadian playoffs.
He will be missed.
Ralph and Amy Svenson
Janice
Ralph and Amy, many thanks for your condolences. Dickand I have reminisced over the years about the trip we took. My heart still flutters when I remember that I dropped my wallet with the team funds in it but fortunately it was returned.Good Wishes from us both, as I’m sure Dick is watching.
Hugs Janice
Jean (Mary) Blakey
Janice sorry is just not enough. shared many golf and curling times with you both and lots of laughs. He will definitely be missed.
Janice Latta
Jean, many thanks for sending your condolences. We had such a good time curling, then going up after and sharing a drink. Our memories of good times are what keep us going. Take care, Janice
Pete and Ka Belanger
Janice, kay and I are so sorry to here the passing of Dick as Dick followed you and Kay where ever the curling went and was a great leader in the sport. we give are condolence to you and your family and may god be with you all the way
Janice
Pete and Kay, many thanks for your condolences. We had such good times, the four of us. Great memories to remember. Can’t believe that Dick has moved on without me. If you still visit Kamloops, I would love to see you both, Janice
David Jeggo
My sincerest condolences to the Latta Family. We probably met sometime in the early 70’s when I was part of the Detachment in Punnichy. I was Wilf’s neighbor from 1972 to 1974 and still have a few collected items from his Coin business.
Rest in Peace and thank you for your service.
Dave Jeggo, Superintendent (Retired)
Orleans, Ontario
Janice Latta
Many thanks for your condolences, Dick and I had some good times visiting Punnichy, especially the golf course. Our children always had to run to the top of the “hill”, before we left for home. Janice Latta
Tim Mackin
Janice,
My condolences to you and family. May time bring you peace.
Marlene Chamberlain
Janice and family,
So many happy memories of days gone by. Curling and community activities always bring a smile. My condolences to all,
Rob and Tracey Bauhuis and Family
We pray for peace and healing for the entire Latta family.