Richard’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated entirely in

St Paul of The Cross Catholic Church (The Monastery), 15 Cross Road, Urrbrae,

on Monday, May 4, 2026, commencing at 11:00 a.m.

 

The Funeral Mass will also be broadcast via livestream.

Please click on the link above to watch the livestream broadcast.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Australia would be appreciated.

Donation envelopes will be available at the Church,

or please click on the link above to make an online donation.

 

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Born November 9, 1944

Entered Eternal Life April 21, 2026

Aged 81 years

 

Beloved husband of Vivian for 56 years.

 

Dearly loved Dad of Simon, Damian and Sarah,

and father-in-law of Meg, Mary and Rene.

 

Cherished Poppy Rick of

Laura, James, Alessandro, Raphael, Harry and Freddie.

 

Requiescat in Pace

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Kerry and Michael Lewis -

Rick was a beautiful, kind man that we met at Banjos with Viv. We will miss his beautiful smile and may he be at peace.


John and Nancye Bigotto -

Sad to hear the passing of Rick. A great friend. Condolences to Viv and family from the Bigotto family.


Peter and Jenny Damiani -

Jenny and Peter Damiani send condolences and much love to Viv, Simon, Damian and Sarah on the passing of our dear friend Rick. We have wonderful memories of our years together at St David's Parish.


Peter Jones -

I worked with Rick at Richardson Vicks in the 1970s. Rick was an enthusiastic, affable character who loved his family and loved life. I have kept in touch with him over the years as we reminisced about our working life together. Always extremely positive, even when his health started to deteriorate. Miss you Rick. Peter Jones


Lyn and Peter Wilson -

Sad to hear of dear Rick's passing. Wishing you and your family strength and peace.


Gifford Bunt -

Rick was a long time friend and work mate - may he now rest in peace.


Steven Jerrard -

All my love to Viv and family for Rick, an individual and special person.


Anne Barker and Peter Vaughan -

"Sound, sound the clarion, fill the fife! Throughout the sensual world proclaim, one crowded hour of glorious life is worth an age without a name." Vivian, Simon, Meg and family, our thoughts are with you today. Anne Barker and Peter Vaughan.


Paul Johnson -

Seattle Washington USA signing in. The Talbot family has left an indelible mark on our family. Rick is dancing in heaven. Love you all. Taken from comments on livestream broadcast


Lynda Goldfinch -

Loving family man, proud Tasmanian. I'll miss our long chats about nan and other past family members. Past student of St Patrick's College, Launceston, Tasmania. Rest in Peace with your mum and dad. Taken from comments on livestream broadcast