July 12, 1942 – October 31, 2026
On Saturday, October 31, 2026, Richard Regimbal passed away peacefully at The Veterans’ Health Centre in Moncton NB. Richard was 84 years old.
Richard was preceded in death by his loving wife of almost 60 years Laura Regimbal of Moncton and parents Camille and Fidelia Regimbal of North Bay Ontario. He is survived by; His daughter Angela Wood of Bruce Peninsula Ontario, son Michael Regimbal (Susan) of Victoria BC, his brother Gilles (Edith) of Manotick, Ontario, Sister Vivian Brooks of Powassan, Ontario and brother in law; Rev. Cecil Symes of Moncton, NB. Richard also leaves grand daughters Arielle (Justin) Fischer, Nicole Wood, grandsons Mitchel (Angela) Wood, John (Jessica) Regimbal and 7 great grandchildren Sage, Avery, Jonah, Olivia, Levon, Gabriel and Beau. Richard was born in Sudbury Ontario July 12, 1942.
Richard married Laura in Moncton in 1962 when Richard was stationed at H.M.C.S. Coverdale with the Navy. They welcomed Michael in 1964 and Angela in 1965. Richard and the family traveled Canada extensively as Richard pursued his 32-year Naval career. His career took him all over the world and moved his family 12 times as the kids grew up. Richard Retired from the Armed Forces as a Captain in 1986 after taking his commission a dozen years earlier. Richard was a talented and beloved entertainer throughout his military career and throughout his retirement years in Moncton. Richard played Piano since he was a boy and later took up the fiddle which lead him and Laura to a wonderful group of friends and musical associates in Moncton and beyond. In addition to his rich musical life Richard devoted his time to teaching young people about faith as a Sunday school teacher. We will miss his warmth, inclusion, sense of humour and generosity.
A Celebration of Life for Richard will be held from Fergusons Funeral Home Chapel, 1657 Mountain Road, Moncton (506-858-1995) on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:00 am. A Reception will follow in the Funeral Home Reception Centre.
The family asks that donations be made to your favorite charity in lieu of flowers. Online condolences for the family may be shared at www.fergusonsfuneralhome.com
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