Dear Family.
We are So Extremely Sad To Hear of the passing of Rick. He was a wonderful man, so cheerful, friendly, knowledgeable and so much more. I too am Extremely sad and feel like I have lost a Special Man Friend Who was a very important person in my life. Rick will be Missed but Always Remembered.
Condolences to the Entire Family !
Love
Darlene, Danny, Amanda and Tina Avram.

Rick was a good man who has now gone to meet his beloved God. We will miss him greatly. Rick was a loved member of the Holy Family community. He was a devoted and dilligent team member in the Moms ‘n’ Tots Ministry for over 10 years, for which we are deeply grateful. Rest in peace dear Rick. We offer our prayers and condolences to Rick’s family and friends.

My deepest condolences to you and your family. Rick was a friend I met at Coffee Time. We discussed his love for tennis. He was well read and well loved. Rest In Peace. Peter Homer. His handyman

We were heartbroken to learn about Richard’s passing. He was a wonderfully friendly, articulate and generous man. We will certainly miss our many frequent and lively discussions. He will be missed. Condolences to his entire family

It was a sad day when we heard about Rick’s passing. We first met, when he came to sign up for tennis with the Bolton Tennis Club. He surely loved the game and did extremely well on the court . What amazed us, was that he held Championships in the Single’s Division in his 80’s. Besides his tennis, he frequented the Thrift stores in town. Often I would meet him in the aisles checking out “things that neither of us needed!” We always had a chuckle over that. I will miss that smile during sign up this year and our chats in our favourite store.
Dave and Bonnie Livingston

Barnie Seguin On behalf of The Bolton Tennis Club we would like to say how saddened we were to hear of Rick,s passing. Rick was a true gentlemen, and gave his time with children to introduce them to tennis. He once commented to me that there was no over 85 division so he had to play all those younger men . We will miss his wonderful smile, his love of tennis and his generous nature, The Bolton Tennis Club.

I first met Rick when there was a Christmas Choir at Holy Family, and my husband Paul has known him for even longer. He has been an honorary member of our choir for many years, always sitting one row behind us, and sitting or standing to sing with us. He had a wonderful sense of humour, was always interesting to talk to, and has always been helpful to anyone who needed assistance. He will be greatly missed.

I had the pleasure of meeting Rick at Holy Family church . As a choir member I heard him sing on Sundays as he usually sat one row behind us. He had a rich and pleasant singing voice and his absence will be missed, not only by our choir but by all who knew him. My sincere condolences to his beloved family and friends. Rest in Peace Rick.

It was with great sadness to learn of the passing of Rick; a kind and vibrant soul who always brought his upbeat spirit whenever he visited. He was always so willing to share his knowledge and exchange ideas with an open mind and heart. Rick was a truly genuine individual; the kind of person who meant it when they asked “how are you?”.
His passing will leave a tremendous void in the community, and will never be forgotten.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Rick Arnold.

Tellos, Monique, Matthew and Chris Charalambides

I am very sad to have to write this here. I have made black coffee or tea for 2 years now for Rick but he only drank half of the cup. I think it is because he was always so engaged in conversations with friends that he forgot it. Within a week of meeting him he handed me the book Seabiscuit of which I was obliged to read and whenever I finished a book he would give me another. Rick loves his books, he has a seeking mind and loves knowledge and loves to share that knowledge. I will miss our talks and especially his smile which he always wore. He will be able to have the answers now to everything he was seeking. My condolences to all who love Rick. See ya later my friend.

It was a mutual love and concern of stray cats that brought this lovely man into my life…he came into my grooming Salon saying someone gave him my name and that I could maybe help him get the pack that called his property home under control….and that was the start of the most wonderful relationship that formed. I will miss his daily phone calls ….his constant help in any and every capacity….he was always there for me…no matter what and..knowing he was always there helped me get through each and every day…our frequent Sunday brunches together with Len his brother in law on Sundays in Orangeville….the world is an empty place without this kind loving generous …always seeing the cup half full man in it now….I am broken hearted..and devastated at this tremendous loss in my life I hope he is where he wanted to go and is happy……I am lost without you Rick… i loved you. Lynda xoxo

Those of us at York University that played with Rick over the years have fond memories of him, both as a person but especially his passion and dedication to tennis. Rick studied each of us studiously and diligently and then recorded details regarding our play in his special tennis diary. His game remained impeccable during all his years at York. He will be missed.

Some of my most treasured memories of Rick are of him proclaiming God’s Word. Rick’s respect for the Word of God was reflected in the time and care he devoted to preparing. I was fortunate to share many conversations with Rick and to be the recipient of books he believed I needed to read. Our mutual respect for C.S. Lewis and in particular The Last Battle forged a bond. I miss Rick. I miss his smile, his inquisitive mind and his desire to engage in conversation. I am grateful to God that our lives intersected. To Rick’s family and friends, as you grieve his death may there be comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by many. May Rick rest in peace.

Oh Rick , I trust you got straight to Heavenly Tennis Club and one day you’ll vouch for me ( I hope our merciful Master will give me a wild card); remember, I got one set of you in the Bolton over 50 Championship way back?
You’ll stay in my thoughts and prayers, and during my lunches, remembering our conversation over the last one you had at Deli-to-Go on the day you got drafted to a Heavenly Team.
Missing you.
Kaz
p.s. my condolences to the family

Rick was an active member of our York University Faculty and Staff Tennis Group for many years. We all enjoyed Rick’s tennis note book – we are all in it. He kept notes on everyone he played tennis and would check his note book before every game to get the best edge to winning. And Rick did win a lot of matches but always gracefully, with a friendly smile. A gentle man and good friend, who made us better tennis players, and I think better people. Thanks Rick!

deepest condolences to the family , he was a wonderful man and will be missed .
D. Busca and Family

Condolences to the Arnold family.
Rick was a member for many years of our Friday morning “old timers group” in Caledon East.
Rick told us that we all graced his “Tennis Diary” regardless of win, lose or draw. (never any draws)
After tennis, we met for refreshments at the ‘Garage’ and replayed and rehashed the close calls.
You would always know when Rick had a story to tell, the hands started moving in sync with the play.
Rick will be missed by the tennis community.
A fine gentleman.

I only spoke to Richard once. He introduced himself to me at Forster’s Book Garden about 2 yeas ago and he has since been known to me as my little man. Perhaps that sounds a bit odd but he captured my heart in the hour we spent one Saturday morning learning the highlights of each other’s lives in 60 minutes or less. As we said our good byes he said he had a book he thought I might enjoy and a few movies too. He would leave them with Donna and I could pick them up. We parted and I felt grateful for this lively man, the heart to heart we shared and hoped I might receive his book but didn’t count on it. That Monday I received a call from Donna that Richard had left me a package. I was stunned and delighted that he remembered me. And I received a copy of Seabiscuit along with a two page hand written letter explaining in exquisite detail why this book was special to him and why he thought I would enjoy it. He also told me if I read his obituary in the paper it was mine to keep Ha ha. He had a terrific sense of humour! He would go onto leave other books and letters for me but I never saw him again in person. I am deeply saddened to read of his passing because I took for granted our conversation would continue and now that chance is gone. How grateful I am to have crossed his path and that he reached out to me that day in the bookstore. Rest in peace and be well dear Richard.

I will miss the twinkle in his eye which always preceded an interesting story related to his tennis training. I worked with Rick while he was competing in his early to mid 80’s. I think he’s one of the most thoughtful and analytic players I’ve met. He kept detailed logs of matches, and our training, and came up with many original ideas regarding tennis technique, tactics and learning. Rick was a skilled player, with a deceptively powerful flat forehand. His love for the game was matched only by his faith. A keen competitor, a student of life, a real gentleman, an amazing mind, a funny, considerate, caring, honourable, wonderful human being. He will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.

As a first responder for Richard that Tuesday afternoon I could feel the peace at the scene. I was praying through out the process of trying to keeping him with us and I couldn’t shake the thought of I wish I could have met up with Rick before Tuesday afternoon. And now as a fellow brother in the Faith I can’t wait to see him agian! Praying for you all as the Arnold family. My condolences.

Heartfelt condolences on the passing of this well respected man. He was a delight to talk to and we regret not having the opportunity of getting to know him better. Love and support to Allan and family as you begin the year of firsts.

xoxo Shawn, Kerry, Adam Latimer

On behalf of the MacIver family, so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Not sure if you all know, but he made the trek with Peter Emond to our Mother’s celebration of life in October. It was great to see him and he looked great, so a bit of shock that his heart gave out. All of the Arnold’s were great neighbours in Muskoka!

I’m so sadden to have heard the passing of this wonderful man. He was the ray of sunshine wherever he went. He was the kind of person you could sit and talk with and not realize the passing of time. He engaged you in his love of books and his zest for life. His thoughtfulness and empathy for others was his shining trait.
Rick, “Nora will miss you!”

Rick – our ‘Renaissance man’……
So grateful for his sincere and constant friendship of many years…
Our sympathy and condolences to Rick’s family..

May he Rest In Peace ……love and prayers..
Irena and Heinz

Rick was truly a good person in every sense of the word.. Generous, caring, upbeat, and strong in his faith.
His love of tennis is well known, and he stayed active until the end.
I will miss him.
JoAnne