We Remember

RICHMAN, Milton Laverne
June 2, 1923 — October 31, 2021
In loving memory of Milton LaVerne Richman who went home to be with the Lord on October 31, 2021, at age 98.
Milton is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 67 years, Margaret Isabel; his three daughters: Christine (Eric) Tromsness, Mary (Glen) Ratzlaff, and Janet (David) Shreve; his grandchildren: Mark (Zahra) Tromsness, Rebecca (Gabriel) Navarro, Jonathan (Keertana) Tromsness, Jessie-Anne Tromsness, Matthew (Emily) Ratzlaff, Timothy (Andrea) Ratzlaff, and Christopher (Sarah) Ratzlaff; and great-grandchildren: Emmanuelle, Santiago, Camila, & Lucienne Navarro, Ari Tromsness, and Freya & Rory Ratzlaff.
Milton was born in Edmonton in 1923, and he worked for the Canadian Pacific Railway and the City of Edmonton. He was a man of God, serving faithfully in the church; a lover of music, singing in choirs and quartets; a man who loved sports of all kinds: baseball, bowling, biking, hockey, roller-blading, golfing, hiking, swimming; and a lover of nature – always noting the beauty of God’s creation ~ a sunset, the colours of the seasons, local birds and animals.
Dad was a beautiful example of a life led in and through Jesus. His spontaneous and endearing smile, kind words, and great sense of humour will be forever etched in our memory. He was both a gentleman and a gentle man, his eyes lighting up at the sight of babies and children! While we miss him greatly, it is a gift and a comfort to have experienced a full, close, and beautiful life with him. Cherished memories will forever live on within us.
His peaceful passing was in keeping with the way he chose to live each day – his love for the Lord was visible to the end! Those who knew him or cared for him witnessed his enduring faithfulness to God, his wife and family, his kindness, and gratitude.
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” (Psalm 116: 15)
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice – this would reflect Dad’s most generous heart!
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
Wonderful Friends, we are so sorry to receive this sad news. When Brenda and I saw the picture that we got with the news, we both said, “That was just him.” He had that sweet smile so often. He was a wonderful man and may Jesus fill, with miraculous joy and peace, the hole that is left in your hearts with his passing. Praying for you.
Love,
Tim & Brenda Tjosvold
Romans 15:13
Our deepest condolences to Margaret and to the whole family. We were so blessed to know Milton and always admired his positive view on everything and his love of life. His soul and spirit went to God’s realm now.
‘Say not in grief ‘he is no more’ but live in thankfulness that he was’……….. Hebrew proverb
Our deepest sympathies and condolences.
I’m so sorry, Mary, Glen and family. I know he was much loved.
Linda Stephen❤️
Sincere condolences to Margaret and your family. We have so many happy memories of our times with Milton and Margaret. You always made Kenneth, Stuart and ourselves feel so welcome.
When I think of all the wonderful celebrations you and Christine shared over the years there was always
gratefulness for how your dad loved Jesus and his family. May the many fond memories comfort you all roday.
I visually remember visiting with you both at your place near the JP Library, and also running into you a few times while doing cold weather walks indoors around WEM and then of course, many times at church. I always enjoyed the energy of Milt – it was an energy he used to pay full attention to whomever he was engaging with. I always felt warmly welcomed and accepted by his handshake and smile. He was a great listener and asked awesome questions to take the conversation deeper, with humour and a twinkle in his eyes. Very thankful for both of you and how you both have shared of your joy, faith and enjoyment of life with me and my family. Our thoughts and prayers to you Margaret, and the family as you celebrate Milt’s life and his presence before God while grieving his absence here.
Milt was a special, loving, generous person. He brought joy to all who were fortunate enough to be in his presence, no matter how briefly, including us. We treasure our memories of him.