Richard Robert Tessier May 8, 1930 - September 26, 2012 Survived by Allan (partner and business associate), Linda, Brian, Chelsey; grandson, Bruce Whitehead; son-in-law, Ellis Robertson. He is also survived by his sisters, Loretta (Jake) Fichter, Yvonne (Fred) Deboth. He was predeceased by his parents, Emmanuel and Alice Tessier; his daughter, Wendy; son, Ricky; and sister, Evelyn. Special thanks to Dr. Wickstrom and Dr. Swart for their tender care. Friends were invited to evening prayers on Monday, October 1, 2012 at 6:00p.m. and a funeral service held Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at 10:00 a.m., both at Springfield Funeral Home,, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to BC Cancer Centre for the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµern Interior, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5L3. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: 250-860-7077