We’d like to share the sad news that Dick passed away peacefully after a short illness at Brampton Civic Hospital in the early hours of October 17.

He will be fondly remembered by Jane, his wife of 41 years, his son David and daughter-in-law Lisa Silva. He leaves behind siblings Ari (Bev), Bill, Connie (George), their families, and his many friends.

He was born in St. Thomas, Ontario to parents Cornelia and Willem Spiering, then spent his formative years in Brampton and Streetsville. Proud of his Dutch heritage, he loved to cook dishes handed down from his mother, like delicious croquette and brown bean soup. In addition, his friends will greatly miss his spicy chicken wings and his awesome “Dick’s pickles”.

Dick loved dogs, playing bridge, his TV remote, his rocking chair, bashing the Maple Leafs, barbecuing and entertaining. He was also an avid fisherman and especially enjoyed bass fishing at Shadow Lake in the Kawarthas, spending many fun-filled weekends camping in the area with good friends.

If you wish to make a donation in Dick’s memory, the family would appreciate a gift to the Salvation Army, or to the charity of your choice.