We Remember
MAILEY, Thomas Richard
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1932-2021
Surrounded by the love of his family, Rick passed away January 27, 2021 in Kelowna, BC in his 89th year. “The five” take consolation in knowing that he is reunited with the love of his life, Barbara, his beautiful wife of 63 years. The loss of our father, our patriarch, will be forever mourned by David (Patricia), Beth (Ron Jean), Carrie, John (Geno) and Paul (Adrienne). He dearly loved his grandchildren Jason, Jeremy, Richard, Peter, Krystina, Korey, Brandon, Kyle, Andrew, Matthew, Shauna, Kaleb, and Lupita. He was a proud Pops to Angela, Chloe, Ethan, Olivia, Grayson, Madeline, Everett, Adeline and Isabella. Dearest brother to Ivy Boal and brother-in-law to Jean Mailey, he had a special place in his heart for his daughter-in-law Laurie Schutte and all his nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his lifelong friends Billy Barron and Gord Cassidy. Rick was predeceased by his wife Barbara (2020); his parents Ivy and Thomas; his brother Edward; and his in-laws Harry Boal, Robert and Rita Pattle, and Corinne Dobson.
Rick grew up in Bangor, Northern Ireland and returned to his birthplace Windsor, Ontario in 1952. There he met and married Barb, and they settled in Sarnia, ON to raise their family. Rick became a principle in RW McKay Construction, a local general contracting firm, and over the years built many of the important landmark buildings including Sarnia City Hall, the Public Library, Alexander McKenzie High School and the Germain and Clearwater Arenas to name a few.
Dad and Mom moved to Kelowna in 1999, and they split their time between there and Carefree, Arizona. He was a man of integrity and honour who always put his family first. He was blessed with great patience and always available to lend a helping hand along with words of advice and encouragement. He was a craftsman and an artist, he had a great sense of humour and loved a joke, a song and a Guinness. To the five of us he was everything. We love you Dad, always have, always will.
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We are thinking of you Paul and Adrienne and family. We’re so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. We hope you’re reminiscing of all the good times you shared and he will live forever in your hearts. We send you all our love, hugs, prayers, and wishes for peace and healing. We love you.
Brad and Shannon
So sorry to hear of your loss. We have many great memories of visiting your parents in Carefree and our Sunday morning breakfasts. We are thinking of all of you at this time.
Very sorry Beth and Ron on your dad’s passing. Great memories meeting him and your mom when we came out to visit. Your family has lost a wonderful man. ❤️
Beth and Carrie, Bob and I are so saddened by the passing of you dear father. Knowing he’s with your
mother once again is comforting. They were truly an amazing couple.
Paul.
He sounded like an amazing man who will be very missed but his special qualities and achievements will be passed on through many future generations. My sincerest condolences
Sending our condolences to the whole Mailey family. We are so thinking of you all at this difficult time. How thankful we are that we got to meet both your mom and dad back in the 80s. Always enjoyed our visits.
Hugs and Love to you all!! ❤️❤️
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad, Paul. Dad and son relationships are pretty special, as I can attest as John’s Dad As you say, he is with the Love of his Life
Thinking of the Mailey family at this time, deepest condolences for your loss. <3
To the Marley Family
We are thinking of you and hearts and prayers go out to you all. truly Love the picture you chose of your Dad.. Stay safe Brenda and Rob Roy
I am very sorry for your loss and wish your family strength during this difficult time.
Tracy Gray, Member of Parliament, Kelowna – Lake Country
So sad to hear this news! When we were kids, it was always fun going to visit the Mailey residence! Our Condolences!
Dear Mailey Family,
For whatever reason have had you on my mind of late. Hmm. I am so sorry to read of your Dad’s passing. Also, that your lovely Mom had passed. We lost touch when they moved from Sarnia. Have so many happy memories of showing horses together. What a terrific family. May your wonderful memories give you peace in the coming days. Donanne and the late Chuck Avery.