Obituary of Maxime Joseph Richard

The death of Maxime Joseph Richard of Minto, NB occurred Monday, October 21, 2019 at Hospice House Fredericton. Born in Minto, NB he was the son of the late Frederick and Rosalie Richard. Maxime retired after 35 years of service with Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He was a member of the Minto Knights of Columbus, an avid bowler and enjoyed hunting and fishing. His love of music was evident in 2002 when Maxime was inducted into the Minto Country Music Wall of Fame. Survived by his loving wife, Sophie (Doucette) Richard; sons, Marcel (Gail), Maurice (Brenda) and Roger (Anne); daughters, Claire Quigley (Kirk) and Rose Marie (Neil); 12 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; a brother, Eric (Doreen); a sister, Florida; sister in law, Velma; several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Maxime was predeceased by brothers, Medric, Edmund, Nazaire and Fred; sister, Aurore. Resting at Hogg Funeral Services (10 King Street, Minto) with visitation on Wednesday evening from 5-7pm. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 2:00PM Thursday, October 24, 2019 from Holy Rosary Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations made to Hospice House Fredericton would be appreciated by the family.