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Thomas Richard Yanch

November 19, 1953 - December 02, 2020

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Obituary For Thomas Richard Yanch

Thomas Richard “Rik” Yanch, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, passed away peacefully and with dignity at his home in Grande Prairie, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer.

Rik was born in Toronto, ON, to Leo and Aileen Yanch (nee Horrigan) on November 19, 1953.

He lived in Grande Prairie for the last 42 years.

He was the beloved husband of Theresa Yanch (nee Holmes) for 30 years; father of Jeffery Yanch; step-father to Shawn and Ryan Holmes; and cherished grandfather to Colby and Sienna Holmes, and Zachary Yanch.

As the “perfect middle child” he will be missed by his siblings: Sandra Vassallo, Gary, Connie Bundy, Lorrie Cooper, Pat Gagliardi, Wendy Evert, Ron, Joe, Ken, and Cheryl Yanch, and their families.

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves memories no one can steal.

- Love forever, your family.

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  • June 24, 2021

    Theresa: I'm afraid you are going to miss Rik terribly, and for a very long time. Just know that he couldn't have fought harder to stay with you, and that he appreciated all you did to keep him comfortable. We will all miss him too. Love, Craig and Lorrie

  • June 24, 2021

    Theresa: Please know we are thinking about you and feel your grief. Rik will be missed by many. Just remember the good memories We love you Love Gary & Mag

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