Richard Allan Haapa

November 10, 1959 – March 26, 2025

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It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Allan Haapa, affectionately known as “Ric.” Friend to many, mentor to dozens, and admired and respected by everyone who came in contact with Ric. Richard passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, at the age of 65, surrounded by family.

Richard was born on November 10th, 1959, in Port Arthur, Ontario. He faced suffering early in life, losing his beloved mother, Helen Haapa, whom he loved dearly. Richard fought a brave battle with colon cancer for the last three years and left knowing how loved he was by his wife, his family, friends, and colleagues. His relationships were a testament to the kindness and warmth he shared with everyone around him.

Richard’s remarkable sense of humor remained with him until the end. On the way to urgent care, he asked the paramedics to stop at Starbucks and offered to buy drinks for everyone. Ric’s ability to bring joy and laughter to any situation exemplified his generous spirit.

Throughout his life, Richard was a proud Port Arthur boy. In 1998, he relocated from Thunder Bay to Oakville, where he spent 24 wonderful years before retiring in 2021 and moving to Ridgeway, Ontario to start the next chapter of his life.

Richard’s career in the heavy equipment industry began in 1977 with Universal Logging Supplies Co. Ltd. He went on to work for Wood-Land Tractor Inc/Ontrac Equipment, Strongco Equipment, and Wajax Equipment, where he retired in December 2024 after a distinguished career.

A lover of hockey, Richard was a lifelong fan of the Pittsburgh Penguins. He also enjoyed NASCAR, golf, reading, traveling, and purchasing new Toyota trucks. Above all, he cherished spending time with his family and friends, especially enjoying Sunday spaghetti dinners and relaxing in the garage with his best friend/brother Frank.

Richard is survived by his wife, Rox-Ann Haapa, with whom he spent 39 years of marriage. He is also survived by his sisters, Brenda (Andy) Peloza, Angela Haapa, and his brother Randy Haapa. Richard will be lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews, AJ Haapa (My-Tien Nyguen), Madison Peloza (Pierre Demers), Kristin (Simon) Cox, Lindsay (Matt) Clare, and great nieces and nephews, Cole Mitchel, Evan, Alyssa Clare, Ethan Cox, Piper and Seth Demers. He is also survived by his godchildren, Carlie Quirion and Quinton Cox.

A private family event will take place at Two Sister Winery to enjoy his favorite foods and to remember the very special person he was.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Richard’s memory to the Walkers Cancer Foundation at www.NiagaraHealthFoundation.com, which provides support to the Walkers Clinic. You can also honor Richard by scheduling a colonoscopy to help with early detection of colon cancer, which saves lives.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Williams Funeral Services.

Sandra "Sandy" Lynn Williams

1942 - March 5, 2025

WILLIAMS, Sandra "Sandy" Lynn (née Muench) – Passed away peacefully at
the Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, Ontario, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the age of 82.

Beloved wife of 50 years to Malcolm "Mac" Williams.
Loving mother of Frankland Williams of Allenford and Lauretta Lynn (Stephen) Cornfield of Newmarket.
Cherished grandma of Jessica and Grant Cornfield.

Dear sister of Peter (Georgi) S. Muench of Naples, New York,
and sister-in-law of Cameron (Susan Merritt) Williams of Fort Erie.
Loving aunt of Peter Muench of Victor, NY, Michelle Collins of Massachusetts,
Kyle Muench of Marion, NY, and Blake and Catherine Williams.

Daughter of the late Stanford and Verna (née Palmer) Muench,
and daughter-in-law of the late Lloyd "Bud" and Lauretta Williams.

Sandra was a skilled teacher, a lover of music and animals—especially dogs—
and an active member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Fort Erie.
She is reunited with her family and canine friends in heaven.

Family and friends are invited to visitation at Williams Funeral Services, 722 Ridge Road, Ridgeway,
on Tuesday, March 11, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Another visitation will take place at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 32 Idylewylde Street, Fort Erie,
on Wednesday, March 12, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 11:30 a.m.

A rite of committal will be celebrated at St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery on Saturday, May 3, at 11:00 a.m.

Arrangements by Williams Funeral Services, Ridgeway, Ontario.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to
Ontario SPCA
or St. Paul’s Anglican Church
would be appreciated by her family.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at
Williams Funeral Services.