ALLAN JEROME RICHARDSON

Condolences & Memories (58 entries)

• Mr. R. taught me and both my daughters (Erica and Hilary) at Lundar School. As well as an awesome teacher, he spent after school in the early years supporting and supervising Youth Club which was held upstairs in the skating rink. I recall lots of fun playing Rummoli, cards, etc. Sincere sympathy in your loss Christine and to all the family. - Posted by: Patty Johnson (nee Eirikson) (Student ) on: Feb 09, 2014

• Mr. Richardson always made history come alive and made me want to explore the world he described to us. His stories made it all come alive for me and I will forever think of him as a favourite teacher. My sympathy to his family. - Posted by: Lorna Johnson (former student) on: Feb 05, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was a truly remarkable person - a mentor, a teacher and a friend. Anyone who had the honor of being his student received a blessing. - Posted by: Lenore Eirickson (former student) on: Jan 28, 2014

• It's been many years since high school, and memories indeed fade, but Mr. Richardson's classroom and the lessons learned there remain with me forever. It was always exciting to be in his class, and he taught in such a way that few teachers can. He forever challenged our brains, and made high school learning fun. He was a kind man both in and out of the classroom. This loss is felt by the many, many people whose lives he enriched. God Bless! - Posted by: Jodi Breckman (Student) on: Jan 28, 2014

• Heartfelt condolences to the Family. Practices and games will not be the same with out him there. It is awesome to see that Allan had been so influential to so many. - Posted by: Villanueva Family (Thomas, Jacylyn, Callie, Mateo,and Caitlyn) (Magic Basketball Family) on: Jan 28, 2014

• I have fond memories of Mr. Richardson. It was always fun to get him off topic in class. I think I learned more from those conversations than the lesson. My sympathies to his family. - Posted by: Heather (Kirby) Sanborn (Student) on: Jan 27, 2014

• Message for Dennis Richardson - brother. Dennis, I was sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My condolences to you and your family. I do remember Allan from when you and I were growing up in our St. Boniface neighborhood along the Seine River and attending Provencher School. It certainly was a long time ago. A voice from the distant past. Rick Daeninck, Calgary - Posted by: Rick Daeninck (Acquaintance) on: Jan 27, 2014

• I was very sad to hear about Mr. Richardson's passing. Erin and I had just been talking about him on the Friday before. He was our Computer Science teacher as well. Like many other students, we thought we were pretty clever to get him talking about something unrelated to our class and having a great debate. I specifically remember being in his class (working on our little TRS-80 computers) learning to write basic code when we were interrupted by Mr. Mackie with the news that the space shuttle had exploded. He made a very positive impact on a lot of people, his family should be proud. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Susan Irwin (Student) on: Jan 27, 2014

• Great teacher, coach and friend. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Alice Atkinson (student) on: Jan 27, 2014

• I had the pleasure of having Mr Richardson for a teacher for 3 years and gained so much knowledge from him. I looked forward to every class he taught until we moved from Lundar in 1974 at the end of my grade 11th year. He encouraged me to expand my knowledge and to never let up on learning. He was the best teacher I ever had and I was so very fortunate to have him add to my learning. Thank you Mr Richardson for all you brought to our lives. - Posted by: Karen Mintenko nee Cowie (Student) on: Jan 26, 2014

• I only had Mr. Richardson for Computer Science, but he was always amazingly patient and kind with his students. There were more than a few classes where we would get him off topic and he would start telling stories, which were awesome. RIP and condolences to his family. He was a great guy! - Posted by: Tammy Hogue (student) on: Jan 26, 2014

• My sincere condolences to Christine and all of the family. I first met Al shortly after he started teaching in Lundar. He taught both of my kids. We became colleagues when I started working in the Lundar School Library. Al and I had many interesting conversations in that library. Al was a very intelligent man, with a great sense of humour. He was wonderful to work with and was a great friend for many years. I have thought of Al so many times since he left Lundar School. Rest in peace, my friend. - Posted by: Janet Donahoe (Young) (Friend & Colleague) on: Jan 26, 2014

• It was wonderful sharing basketball stories about our girls. I will never forget how proud Allan was of Ayisha and his grandchildren when he watched them play. Sitting in the bleachers will never be the same without him there. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathies to Ayisha and the family. - Posted by: Susan, Randy and Alycia Sosnowski (Magic Basketball Friends) on: Jan 26, 2014

• I am sure that my classmates would agree that we always thought we were the ones tempting Mr. Richardson to abandon his lesson plan and pursue some interesting "tangent". His healthy scepticism and spirit of caring lives on in all of us. We must remember the man and live what he taught us. - Posted by: Todd Goranson (Student) on: Jan 26, 2014

• My dearest sympathies and condolences go out to Mr. Richardson's family and friends. He was an awesome teacher and will be missed by many students who he left so many fond memories with. - Posted by: Teresa Kirby (Student) on: Jan 26, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was one of my favourite teachers. I always loved hearing his stories of backpacking through Europe. I'll never forget the first time he brought us burgers from the burger factory. He brought a lot of spirit and fun to Lundar school. He was a good man and he will truly be missed. My condolences to his family. My heart is with you at this time. R.I.P Al Richardson - Posted by: Amber Johnson (Student) on: Jan 26, 2014

• I had Mr. Richardson as a teacher in Lundar, in fact I am the youngest of 5 girls in my family and we all had him and enjoyed his classes. He was a great teacher. We also had the pleasure of living next door to the Richardson family for a few years when they moved to Lundar. Later in high school when he and his family moved to Winnipeg me and my friend Angie would catch a ride into the city on Friday's after school with Mr. "R" because we just had to get into the "Big City" and we'd all chat the entire way about family and what we all had planned for the weekend. Thank-you Mr. Richardson for being such a wonderful teacher, making class interesting, a good friend and neighbor. My condolences to the family, he will be sadly missed. - Posted by: Michelle Bintcliffe (Breckman) (Former student and neighbor) on: Jan 26, 2014

• Our deepest sympathy to Christine and all the family. We didn't see much of Al in the past few years but he was always a pleasure to talk to and be with when we did. - Posted by: Ron Degagne & wife Nancy (cousin) on: Jan 26, 2014

• Al was vice principal when I taught at Lundar. Friday after school every Christmas and March break, Al would drive me to the airport to catch my plane to Ontario for the holiday. He would never take any money for gas for the favour because that's the way he was, thoughtful and kind. What he would take was the bottle of Ottawa Valley maple syrup I'd bring for him. My sympathy to Christine and family. - Posted by: Marlene Kuehl (Former colleague) on: Jan 26, 2014

• My sincere sympathy Christine and family on the loss of your beloved husband and father. Lundar certainly benefitted from Al's years here and my three sons were lucky to have had him as a teacher and mentor. His quiet manner, encouragement, and sense of humour made him a very special teacher. We will always remember him with respect and affection. - Posted by: Davilyn Eyolfson (Lundar resident and acquaintance.) on: Jan 26, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was a great teacher he will be missed by all. My condolence to all his family. - Posted by: Judy Malcolm (Student) on: Jan 26, 2014

• A great man that left wonderful memories in the hearts of countless students in the Lundar/Eriksdale area. RIP Mr. Richardson. My sincerest condolences to the Richardson family. - Posted by: Joey (Student ) on: Jan 26, 2014

• I had Mr. Richardson from 1977 to 1980 at Lundar School during senior high. He was the best teacher I ever had and there was never a dull moment in his class. He would ask us what we were interested in learning, we told him and he taught us. His stories made us his friend. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Craig Kaartinen (Eriksdale Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• My deepest condolences to all of the family - Al was a fantastic educator, person, and friend. I had the pleasure of being his student for years, and then I was lucky enough to teach in the classroom next to him (and be a passenger on the carpool ride to Lundar). This sweet, kind man had more knowledge, compassion, and humor in him than I could possibly express. I think of him often - as I know all of us kids from Lundar School do. Rest well, my friend - and thank you for everything. - Posted by: Leanna (Former Student and Colleague) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Al was such an awesome teacher. Without his support I don't think I would have finished high school. He was always thinking of new ways to get us involved in his classes. He was greatly missed after retirement and will be missed even more. Another great man has been taken from us. - Posted by: Charlotte Jessamine (student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Al was a wonderful Teacher. He always had a great story to share from life experiences. Mr. Richardson always looked for the good in our class, when nobody else would take us on a field trip, because we misbehaved sometimes, Mr. Richardson believe we still deserved one and took us on a field trip not once but twice. I will alway have good memories from his class. Condolences to his family, he will be missed by all. - Posted by: Heidi Sweetland (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Condolences to the Richardson family, he was an awesome teacher and a good man. I feel blessed to have known him and have had him as my teacher. - Posted by: Loralie (Student ) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Our condolences to Mr. Richardson's family. He was well loved by all...... - Posted by: Theresa and Stuart Nikkel (Students from Lundar School) on: Jan 25, 2014

• MR.RICHARDSON was my home room teacher and he always had a great sense of humor. there was never a dull moment. he will be greatly missed - Posted by: Albert Lowery () on: Jan 25, 2014

• From kindergarten to grade 12, mr richardson was by far my favorite teacher....i always looked forward to his classes especially in high school...he was a very interesting, intelligent man... I have so many memories of him!!!! Rest in peace mr richardson, god bless.... - Posted by: Leona (Student--lundar school ) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson aka Al classes were always unique. He was a great teacher. Condolences go out to his family. - Posted by: Lanna Mason (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson had a way of drawing his students in to wanting to learn. He gave his heart and soul to teaching and he cared about his student. My sincerest condolences to Christine and family. - Posted by: cindy thorkelson (student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was a one of a kind teacher. I will never forget the memories we shared in his classes. My heart goes out to his family and friends. - Posted by: Deanna (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• It's a sad day! Mr. Richardson was one of the great educators. Of all the teachers I had in school he was one of the teachers I remember the most. Of all the years that passed (and there is a few) I still remember him making class interesting and exciting. I thoroughly enjoyed his class. He was always willing to help when needed and very dedicated to his students. Thank-you Mr. Richardson for making my high school years great. You will be truly missed. - Posted by: Diane Scharf (student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was the best teacher in Lundar. There was never a dull moment in his classes, our goal for the start of his class was alway trying to get him off topic. He loved to share all his exciting stories with us. He will always be rememberd as he touched so many of us Lundar students!! My condolence to his family and loved ones. - Posted by: casie (Student ) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was not only a great teacher but a great listener, role model and a great person. He was always positive and had great patience with all of the teenagers he had to put up with. RIP and condolences to the family - Posted by: Muchrlle (Former Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• My deepest sympathy - Posted by: Joyce Flamand (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2014

• The man must have been a prophet, because well before we all could undestand the impact his teachings would have on us, he knew the course of our future would be hugely influenced by what his class was preparing us for. I came across his name at my work but I did not have the opportunity to see him face to face, to thank him for the great job he had done in showing us the way forward and how great an influence he was in showing us the future that is now our reality. Maybe it is fitting that we all gather here on the internet to remember and immortalize him in the 1's and 0's that he first introduced us to many years ago, with his great vision. Thanks AL. - Posted by: Allen Runolfson (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Al was an awesome teacher, everybody liked him, and he always made it to work despite road conditions, we always enjoyed hearing his life stories when he travelled in his younger years. He is a great man and will never be forgotten. Condolences to the family. Rest in piece Al (Mr .Richardson) - Posted by: Josh johannson (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• We first met Allan through Basketball...our daughter has played on a Manitoba Magic team with his granddaughter for the last two years. Allan was a constant and supportive presence for all of us. We admired him greatly for his loving commitment to his grandchildren and their participation in sport. Any child would consider themselves exceptionally lucky to have such a grandparent in their life. We will miss Allan very much, and will hold many fond memories of him. Our deepest sympathy to his family during this very sad time. - Posted by: Sharon and Wayne Morton (Friends in Basketball) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Sincere condolence Christine and family. - Posted by: Audrey Miller (Acquaintance) on: Jan 25, 2014

• I feel blessed to have known Mr. Richardson, he was an amazing teacher....and great person. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Bonnie Fortin (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• I remember when Mr. Richardson started teaching in Lundar, he was my Grade 10 teacher. He was always my favorite teacher, could always go to him and he always took the time to listen, He also taught my daughter, we have many good memories of him. Sending my deepest condolences to Christine and his family...Rip Mr. Richardson - Posted by: Diane Malcolm (Past student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was a great teacher!! He was the first teacher to let us call him Al, and make us younger kids feel like high-schoolers. He was one of the best! Sympathies and condolences go out to his family. - Posted by: Melanie Carriere (student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• A great teacher, so dedicated to the students of Lundar School. Rest in Peace Mr. Richardson (Al). Condolences to his family - Posted by: Lorie Halldorson (Lundar student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• I have been finished school for many years but Mr. Richardson was always a man to bring your spirits up and I looked forward to being in his class. as well he used to drive us to hockey in his Mini Cooper because the Camaro didn't have enough room!!!! RIP Mr. Richardson and my deepest condolences to all of your family!! - Posted by: Dean Desjarlais (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• My sympathies go out to Mr. Richardson's family. Mr. Richardson taught me many subjects throughout jr high and high school, he was a great teacher! - Posted by: Jackie (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• mr. richardson, was a great teacher, always had a story to tell to help the class go by faster :) - Posted by: vennessa (student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was an awesome teacher. There was never a dull moment in his classes. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his familly. God Bless You All. - Posted by: Tracy McDougall (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• My deepest heartfelt condolences to Mr Richardson's family and loved ones. Have alot of great memories of Mr Richardson, he was one of a kind. - Posted by: Amanda Rebillard (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was a favourite teacher of mine, and my mother's as well. He brought humour and joy to every class. Great guy. My thoughts are with his family at this time. - Posted by: Jenna Johannson (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• One of the best people I've ever come across in my life. Always had a smile even when dealing with us rotten kids lol. So many good memories so many great life experiences. Rip Mr. Richardson. You will always be remembered and thought of with highest regards. - Posted by: Chelsea wotton (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• One of my favorite teachers. He did a lot for the school and community of lundar. Always seemed so dedicated, to us the students - Posted by: Claude Foster ( (lundar student)) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Mr. Richardson leaves us with fond memories. Praying for peace and strength at this time for his family and friends. God Bless. - Posted by: () on: Jan 25, 2014

• It was an honor to be his student. Always enjoyed his stories in geography about his travel days. He was a fabulous teacher. Rest in Peace Mr. Richardson - Posted by: Heather Rae () on: Jan 25, 2014

• Please accept my heartfelt condolences, Mr. Richardson leaves us with many fond memories, praying for family and friends to have peace. God bless. - Posted by: Kerri Dixon (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• I always enjoyed his classes!!! He was a great man and teacher. Condolences to his family - Posted by: Carina (Student) on: Jan 25, 2014

• Mr. Richardson was a teacher of mine. He instructed me in Computer Science and Law. He was a great teacher and it was my honour to be his student. - Posted by: sean bishop (student) on: Jan 25, 2014