Dear Ruth and family
So sorry to hear the sad news about Richard’s death. His wit and wisdom will be deeply missed. We offer our sympathy and support.
love & hugs,
Carol & Doug

Our condolences.
Richard was very much a community man and did so much for Caledon. A true leader in our community who will be missed!
Dave Vanstone and Family

Ruth & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love Kay Cook
Don Lester

Dear Ruth,
So sorry to hear that Richard has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Sincerely,
Irma Proctor

We are saddened with the passing of Richard. He will be missed by his family, friends and the community. Richard served Caledon with expertise, knowledge and with dignity. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

We are thinking of you and your family as you celebrate Richard’s remarkable life and the memories you shared.
We always enjoyed his historical stories of Bolton and Palgrave.

Warren and Cheryl

Ruth sorry for the loss of a yourr husband . He will be missed by many.

Dear Ruthe and family:
What a terrible loss for you and your family as well as our wonderful community of Caledon. Richard was an integral part of our council both with Albion Township and the Town of Caledon and Region of Peel. He has taken a great deal of history with him and he will be sorely missed by many people.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Fay and Bill McCrea

Dear Ruthe and family,
Our sincere condonences in your loss. We have many memories of Richard and your contritbutions to our community.

Richard will be missed and his efforts to better our life in the community will always be remembered thankfully..

Harvey and Lorraine Witty and family

To Ruth, Don and Carole, Katie and family,

We were both shocked and saddened to hear about the sudden loss of Richard – someone who has spent a lifetime trying to improve Caledon. We have memories going back to his high school days, to his business years, and to his most prolific years in government.
Someone once said to me, ” It seems that Richard’s picture is in the newspaper at least three times a week.” Richard and Ruth were proudest talking about their talented daughter Katie or their grandchildren. We will miss our many times together just talking about everything. Our hearts go out to you.

Christine (Leavens) and Ken Graham

Ruthe and family,
You are in my thoughts as I share your loss. Richard was always ready to help out and never backed down from a challenge.
He’ll be remembered by many.
Garry

Ruthe and Family

John and I were very sorry to hear the news of Richard’s passing. He served his community well with great distinction and he will be missed in the community of Caledon. We are out of the country until the end of April and would appreciate being advised of the celebration of Richard’s life.

Dear Ruth and family,
We were so sadden to hear of Richard’s passing. We wish you all strength, courage and peace during this difficult time.

Ruthe and Family

So sorry to hear about Richards’ passing.You will treasure your good memories, and appreciate that he was a REAL community minded politican who truly cared about his Caledon. God Bless.

Marg

Dear Ruthe
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. God Bless.
Marie Bannister

We want to express our deepest sympathy and condolences to all family members and friends who are grieving at this time. Please find comfort in what it says at John 5:28&29 about the resurrection that will happen soon, a time when sickness and disease will be a thing of the past. Isaiah 33:24, Job 14:14, 15. May these promises bring you comfort.

Ruthe-

Sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. A husband; Father
and Grandfather. Remember all the good family times
all together.
Roy and Edna Wright.

Dear Ruth and family…..Very sad to hear of Richards passing…he was a good person and we shall miss him. A great loss…..Chris and Barb…

our condolences

Ruth, I was saddened to learn of Richard’s death on April 1st. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Katie and family. This is a difficult time. Cherish the memories.

So sorry to hear of Richard passing.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.

He will be missed by many. RIP Richard.

Dear Ruthe:
I have known Richard since he arrived in Bolton at the age of 9 and you as a couple ever since your wedding. It is hard to imagine a Bolton without Richard in it! My heart goes out to you and your family.

Dear Ruthe:

So sorry to hear of Richard’s passing, He will be missed, My sincere condolences go out to you and the family.

Becky

Dear Ruthe, Kate and family:

We send our deepest sympathy to you in the passing of Richard. We mourn the loss of a dear friend and consider it a privilege to have known him for over 47 years.

Ruth and Family,

I am sorry to hear about Richard’s passing.

Sincerely,
Paul Burnes

Ruthe and family, I am so very sad to hear of Richard’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Kate at this devastating time. He loved you both so much and that was always very evident. Caledon has lost a favourite son. R.I.P. Richard

Dear Ruth and family, please accept my deepest sympathies on Richard’s passing. I will always remember and appreciate the help he provided on a number of community issues in my area.

Dear Ruthe and Katie: I have known Richard for 40 years – from my earliest days at the old Caledon offices, through my employment with the Town of Caledon as Recycling Co-ordinator. He was such a force – witty, kind, astute, very politically savy and an all-round great guy. It seems unfathomable to me that he is gone, but I will certainly treasure his memory. Please accept my profound sympathy. from Thunder Bay.

Ruth and family,
What an absolute shock to hear of Richard’s passing. Our families(Ed & Rose O’Donnell & Brian & Kate Stokes) have known Richard for a number of years and spoke of his impact & devotion to the Caledon area. If we had a concern with anything we would contact Richard and we knew our concerns were in good hands. What a shock to hear this sad news. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family during this sad time. Richard will be greatly missed.

Kate Stokes

Ruthe, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.

Ruth and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Richard’s deep intellect & passion for the Town will be sorely missed by those of us who knew him well.
Stan & Anne Shabason

Ruth and family, and Don and Carole,
We were deeply saddened to hear about Richard’s death.
Our memories of Richard go back a long way. To the days of Whitehead Motors. Please know that our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Ron and Hilda

Ruthe and Kate and family

We are so sorry to hear of Richard passing.

Our prayers are with you all.

Blessings and Deepest Sympathy to you and the family

Merv and Cathy

My dearest Ruthe, thinking of you at this difficult time and remembering your Richard with fondness. Much Love to you, Kate and the entire family – he was such a great man, who will definitely be missed by the entire community. God Bless!

The Hawke family.

Dear Ruth & Family,

We were so sorry to hear about Richards passing, he will be missed by many.
Please know our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time .
Shalom/Peace

Stan & Gillian

Ruth and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Richards passing. Keep your memories close to your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Connie Vanstone

I was very sorry to hear of Richards passing.May he rest in peace, and may God give you and your family the strength to go forward.

Ruthe and family;

Richard and I were in the same class for grades 11 and 12 at Central Peel. Even back then he had a keen interest in politics. He always put his best effort towards the community. He will be missed.

We would like to add our condolences too you, Ruth,and your family . Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. God be with you.

Ruth and family,
What a shock to hear of Richard’s passing. His presence in the town
of Caledon will be missed, even though he had retired from office.
Of course his presence in your lives will be missed much more.
Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Val Grogan & family

On behalf of Dufferin-Caledon Provincial and Federal Riding Associations

Our sadness is profound over the passing of one of our community’s most senior statesmen.

Richard Whitehead was a quiet but confident leader; the keeper of great knowledge and wisdom. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone who asked.

He was a proud liberal with great sensibilities.

He never let his politics interfere with what he knew was in the best interest of the people he served.

His experience, knowledge and wisdom is a huge loss for Caledon and for all of us who considered him a mentor and a friend.

To say we will miss his positivity, presence and influence is an understatement.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Whitehead family and we thank them for generously sharing him with us during his many years of dedicated service.

Our deepest sympathies go out to Richard’s family.

Lori Holloway
Rick Dewsbury
Dufferin-Caledon Provincial and Federal Riding Associations

Dear Ruthe and family,

So sorry to hear about Richard’s passing! I always looked forward to budget presentations during my tenure as Treasurer of Caledon and his interesting questions!
My deepest sympathy at this time.

Sam Jones

Dear Ruth
We were so sorry to hear of Richard’s death.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Jack and Dorothy Switzer
(Mono Mills United Church)

Ruth and family:Sorry to read of Richards passing.

He always tried to do what was best for Bolton, Albion, Peel County , the Region of Peel and its residents.

James Healey

Our deepest condolences to Ruthe and the entire family from the entire Babalou’s family. I will miss our “little”political discussions whenever Richard would come in for a meal. He also served as our councillor for many years and we appreciated all that he attempted to do and his accomplishments serving those he represented.
Many his memory be eternal and may he rest in peace!
George

Saddened and shocked to hear of Richards untimely passing. I have many fond memories of my time working with Caledon Council and my thoughts are with you Ruthe and your daughter at this difficult time. Maureen

Ruthe & Family:
We wish to extend our sympathy to you during your time of sorrow. Our thoughts are with you.
Your friends at the Caledon Agricultural Society.
Clarence & Gwen

We knew Richard for the last 40 years or so and and always found him a most kind and congenial man. He will be sadly missed by many.and we express our condolences to Ruth and all his family. His contribution to the community over so many years was outstanding. Rest in peace Richard.

Dear Ruth:

I am saddened to hear of your loss and send you and your family my kindest thoughts. I will be thinking of you.

Penny

Ruthe

It is a sad day for Caledon. Richard was a great supporter for Scouting in Caledon. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Brenda & Joe Laird

Dear Ruth & Family,
Our deepest condolences for your loss of Richard, Caledon has lost a very good man.

Doug & Sandy

Dear Ruther and family,
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Peace Ranch, I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Richard’s wisdom, wit, and compassion were very much appreciated at our meetings and the Peace Ranch events he attended. We will miss him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Louise Kindree
Chair, Board of Directors
Peace Ranch

Dear Ruthe and family,
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Peace Ranch, I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Richard’s wisdom, wit, and compassion were very much appreciated at our meetings and the Peace Ranch events he attended. We will miss him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Louise Kindree
Chair, Board of Directors
Peace Ranch

Dear Ruthe and Family;

I am saddened with the loss of Richard. He will be greatly missed by many. My memories, thoughts and prayers are with you all.

We were sorry to read about the passing of Richard. Having known him for many many years, I can say with confidence that his contribution to the welfare of the people of Caledon and the Region of Peel was substantial. He will be missed.

Ron Webb

Ruth. I was sorry to learn of Richard’s passing. He was a friend for so many years. My condolences to you and your family.

George McNeill

Kate

Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Our condolences to you, your mother and the entire family.

Jeff and Michele

Ruthe and Family:

We are sorry to hear of the loss of one of Caledon’s own. Richard served the community with grace and fervour for many years. He will be missed.

All the best,

Donna and Chuck

Dear Ruthe and family,

So very sorry to hear about Richard; my deepest sympathy to you and the family. As a Councilor, both at the Town and the Region of Peel he was hard working, kind and always ready to support many community projects. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Sincerely, Margot

I am so saddened to hear of Richard’s passing. He truly was a kind and caring man. He will be missed by many. My sincere condolences.

One of my last major stories before getting laid off as reporter for The Bolton Enterprise after two-and-a-half years was coverage of the 1991 election when Richard Whitehead was elected Ward 3 and 4 regional councillor. I remember writing that he was Bolton`s last deputy reeve (circa 1972). Richard`s campaign was instrumental in there being a major change in Caledon council in 1991. He was a clever and powerful man. I remember him making balancing the budget and freezing taxes sound like a simple task. Can`t remember exactly what he said, but he did more than just say it needs to be done. I hope to attend the celebration of his life, but first I have to see if I can have time off from my downtown Toronto job.

Our deepest condolences. May you find peace and comfort in this time of sadness.

We are so sorry for your loss! Our prayers are with your family!Richard will be missed!

Richard remember me I was the one that made you laugh when I had my motorcycle taking Marylin for a ride. You dared her to go and she did and when she got back I’ll forget your face thanks gordie you said I’ll never forget it as long as I live’ I think god gave her a second life Richard laugh and looked at me and smiled. DON will remember that day

I have known Richard since the 70’s. Richard had a big heart; had integrity;loved Caledon and his family. He was dedicated and will surely be missed.

Dear Ruth & Family,
Our condolences by the loss of Richard, he was a good guy. Our lives crossed many times, I was a Jr. at CP when you and Richard were there, your brother Brian and I were in some classes together a BSS and I did do some part time work for Don & Richard at their gas station. Richard lent our best man, Bill Howie, a car to drive us to our wedding 43 years ago, that was the type of guy he was. Normally always a jovial guy lending a hand to others; it has been many years since I last talked with Richard and I know your community has lost a great friend.
Sincerely,
Dale & Paul Caverly

To Ruthe and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. A lot of years have passed since we first met and know how much he will be missed. You will be in our thoughts and prayers Ruthe.

To Don and Carole and Harold and Family

May the peace of Christ surround your hearts at this time

Maureen and Dennis Kowal