Condolence: My deepest condolences to Rick's family. Eventhoug we never worked together, he was a warm soul and kind person to have around Scotiabank. We always shared stories of his grand child and my daughter who have a similar age. Rest in peace, you would be missed.

Condolence: Dear Cherly, Heather, and Dan:

I wish to convey to you my deepest condolences for Rick’s early and unexpected departure. I met him couple years ago thru work and our dealings evolved into an honest, sincere, and friendly relationship. Even though we worked with sensitive issues under high stress, Rick always handled them with skill and patience that managed to take off sharp edges. He was gentleman who treated people with respect and valued their opinion. I am deeply sad for your lost, but at the same time thankful for the opportunity to have met him. He always spoke with love about each of you and especially of his grandson. I was expecting him to visit us in Florida one day post-retirement with Cherly to meet our families. We will never forget Rick because he was truly a unique individual

Sincerely,

Alejandro Pinto (Palm Beach Gardens, FL)

Condolence: My deepest condolences to Rick's family. Rick was an exceptional person, friend and human. I will miss a beautiful soul, full of love and faith, who ascended to heaven, away from us but closed to God. I pray for the eternal repose of Rick and he will be alive in the happy memories of me and my wife.

Condolence: I am very sad to hear of Ricks passing. I worked with him many years at Sears and found him to be a kind, helpful person. Please accept my sincere condolences. Marguerite Nash

Condolence: Cheryl, I am so saddened for your loss and my sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the comfort you seek during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence: To rick's family please accept my sincere condolences. Since I have known Rick I have found him to be sincere caring and very knowledgeable.
He was a true friend and although we have never met in person I felt as though I really knew him. It saddened me to hear of his passing. I came to work early expecting an email in response to one I had sent him, only to see an email announcing his death. I will miss him. It still hurts, but I hope you find comfort in knowing how many other lives he touched and how many others valued his friendship and will miss him.
Condolences are also extended from the other members of my team here in Barbados.

Condolence: My heartfelt sympathy to the Fitzpatrick family at Rick's passing. He's gone too soon. Rick was my Manager for eight years at Sears and as I have told everyone, that I went to the great university of Rick Fitzpatrick and graduated with honors. He was my mentor, my teacher and a friend. Forever teaching and never expecting anything but excellence. He was a consummate professional, kind and pleasant. I still have the $1.25 taped to his business card that he gave me approx 20 years ago because of a private joke/bet he had with his wife. He always spoke fondly of her and loved her deeply. He was a great man. As Bob Marley said, "The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively" He was one of my heroes and I will dearly miss him.

Condolence: My deepest condolences to the Fitzpatrick Family. I have worked with Rick at Sears and JP Morgan Chase, I enjoyed working with him; he was always professional and helpful. He had a great sense of humor and always had a big smile his face. We had chatted about his move to Wasaga, where I was looking forward to reconnecting in the future. Cheryl and family, you have so many wonderful memories to cherish. There is another side of grief…where the tears still flow, not as often… where memories bring smiles not just sadness…where blessing are recognized not just struggles…where joy and peace are present not just sorrow..where you are remembered, not just mourned

Condolence: It is so sad to hear that Rick passed away.
Rick was a great person and I feel privileged to have worked for him for 28 years. I learned so much from him as my manager. He always treated me so well, more like family than co-workers.

To his family, keep strong and just know that you were blessed to have such a loving, caring person in your family.

Rest in Peace my friend you will be sadly missed by all.

Condolence: Dear Cheryl, Heather, Dan and little Patrick, I am deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful, caring man. Condolences to the entire family. I hired Rick at ScotiaBank and had the honour of getting to know him and his gentle caring ways for the past 5 years. Rick started at Scotia on February 14th, 2011 and he would joke and remind me frequently that he was my "sweetheart hire". He was always passionate, loyal and loved his work. Nothing lit up his face more than to speak of his children, little Patrick and his first lady, Cheryl. He was so proud of you all. He touched so many people throughout the Caribbean and certainly taught us so much about the business. I have many great "memories" working with Rick which I will cherish forever. Even though putting these words down on paper brings tears to my eyes, the memories always put a smile on my face. I am so sorry, Cheryl, that I cannot be with you and your family and to share many other stories of the gentle, soft spoken man. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Barb Newhouse (Dominican Republic)