Memorial Book for Richard (Rick) Pottens
As you read these messages, may there be comfort in knowing that others are thinking of you.

The Benjamin Family



Karen & Harvey Minden Schipper January 25, 2026 01:29 PM
Dear Deb and Family We knew Rick as a wonderful neighbour. We sometimes walked together as he fought so hard to maintain his strength and mobility. You have been incredibly devoted to giving him the best quality of life possible. We are deeply saddened by his passing, and so sorry for your loss.
Norm Albert January 25, 2026 01:26 PM
I knew Rick well when he was in Peterborough. We had some good times. So sorry to hear of his passing.
David Boloten January 25, 2026 01:24 PM
So sad to loose such a great man before his time. Heartfelt condolences from the Boloten family.
Lorne and Iris Greenspoon January 25, 2026 01:24 PM
Dear Debbie and family, We are so sad to hear of Rick''s passing. We are thinking of you and sending love. May your wonderful memories of him bring you smiles , comfort and be a blessing always . Lorne and Iris
Mina Schwarz January 25, 2026 01:20 PM
Dear Debra, My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Rick. I remember Rick from the cottage days when Ari was just a baby, Wishing you strength & wonderful memories at this difficult time.
Nira Rittenberg January 25, 2026 01:08 PM
It was truly a pleasure to know Rick. The love and devotion , courage, and care ,you-(Deb) have provided him during his challenging journey was truly special. I wish you easier times ahead. He would want that for you and the family. May his memory be a blessing.
Ashley Steve Ethan and Ryder January 25, 2026 12:54 PM
Dear Debbie and Mat and your whole family… we are so saddened to hear this heartbreaking news. We hope Rick is now resting in peace and watching over you all. Sending love and strength during this difficult time.
Daniel and Jordana January 25, 2026 12:52 PM
My memories of Rick date back as far as I can recall, having been best buds with Matt now for over 35 years. Sleepovers in your basement, visits to the cottage, even my first taste of a real job helping out on your construction sites on the weekends in high school. That love is shared by our whole family, particularly my parents, who enjoyed decades of a special friendship with you and Deb. We will all miss you and cherish the time we had together. Love from Daniel, Jordana, Reid, and Julius.
Barry and Marna Weinstock January 25, 2026 12:51 PM
Dear Debby and family and Ronna and family, We were saddened to hear of Rick''s passing. We know you were incredibly close. We hope that your wonderful memories together will be a comfort during this heartbreak.
Enid and Eric Gossin January 25, 2026 12:47 PM
Debra and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We remember Rick as a friend and neighbour. May your memories bring you comfort and strength.
Judith Pottins January 25, 2026 12:42 PM
Dear Deb, Ronna and families; I am saddened to hear of the passing of Rick; my cousin. It''s been a long time since I''ve seen him. Time passes. Rick was a Rock Star blessed with good looks, striking blue eyes and a quiet ironic humour belied by the twinkle in his eyes. He seemed to be able to do everything well. Or, at least, he had me convinced. Like his dad, my Uncle Al, he was a Total Charmer. He had style and polish but more importantly he was a Mensch. He didn''t take it all too seriously. I hope the many memories he left behind will sustain you through this difficult time and he and Uncle Al will hit the golf course (or the slopes) together elegant and able as ever.
Cheryl & Andrew Giblon and family January 25, 2026 12:25 PM
Deb, Mathew and family, May Rick''s memory be for a blessing. We are so sorry for your loss.
Avrom Brown January 25, 2026 12:17 PM
Debra and family So very sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. I know this has been a very long and painful journey for all of you. Take comfort in knowing Rick isn’t suffering any more.
Debbie Katzman and Bob Zipursky January 25, 2026 12:17 PM
Dear Deb, We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Rick was clearly so loved, and it was always evident what an amazing wife and constant source of strength you were to him. Please know you’re in our thoughts, and we are sending you strength and comfort during this incredibly difficult. May Rick’s memory be a blessing. Debbie and Bob
Judy Singer January 25, 2026 12:14 PM
Deborah and Family, I''m so sorry for your loss. I met Rick many years ago through my late cousin Steve. He was a lovely person. My sincere condolences to you all.
Mark and Cindi and Resnick family January 25, 2026 11:58 AM
Dearest Deb, Ari, Matt, Ronna and families, Words cannot express how heartbroken we are … friends and family have captured the essence of Rick and we share that sentiment tenfold. And the picture… the twinkle in his eye! That’s our Rick. How does one sum up 50 or more years of enduring and true friendship . The early days were fun and adventurous. And imagine my joy when he married my beloved cousin… we were bonded forever! And off we went… even though we lived in different cities it didn’t stop us…a million meals together, walks and talks , family simchas , the BEST family vacations as the kids grew up - skiing at Tremblant and warm weather Christmas vacations. There are so many memories but the most enduring memory is October 7, 1973 the day after the outbreak of the Yom Kippur War…Mark and Rick were on the first flight of volunteers to leave Toronto for Israel. A memory and commitment that will never be forgotten. He was so very loved by all and he will remain in our hearts for ever and ever . Love always, Mark and Cindi and Resnick kids
Peter Godfrey January 25, 2026 11:46 AM
He was such a good guy, and will be sorely missed.
Jeff & Susan Milne & Family January 25, 2026 11:44 AM
My Dearest Cousins Deb, Ari, Matt and all the families. We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of your beloved Rick. The obituary was Rick to a “T”. To know Rick was to feel his charm. Rick was my counsellor in my last year of Camp Shalom in the oldest cabin. It was the best year of my camp years because of him. He made it special for me and me for him. My late Father Harold and I invited Rick to the building many years ago when contemplating a reno and asked him to quote and provide his input. At the end he graciously declined as he was to busy but went as far as taking the time and drawing up plans for us and how he felt it should be designed. We thanked him dearly for giving us his time and expertise and renovated the building to his specifications. That again was Rick. We loved him dearly and were always so happy to see him and spend time. Sending you all our heartfelt and sincere condolences. With Love, Jeff, Sue and family.
Frank and Deborah January 25, 2026 11:38 AM
We lost a dear friend on Friday. Geography and happenstance placed our homes together on Brookshire Circle, but years of generosity, compassion, and empathy made us close friends. Where others had fences, we had a gate. I will cherish the laughs we had on the golf course, where his 3-iron and my driver measured our ineptitude. I will miss the ski adventures and laughs on Blue Mountain, where the limitations of the escarpment drove us to après-ski early. He was by any measure an authentic Mensch a great family man and husband and a true friend.
Joy January 25, 2026 11:34 AM
Dear Family. i am so sorry that the likeable and loveable Rick endured such a long illness. i worked for Rick when he was building the townhomes downtown. He was creative, visionary,humorous and kind. He gave me a job just before my own exciting career launched and I was ever grateful. Thank you Rick. Rest in peace.
Melanie Heilbronn January 25, 2026 11:29 AM
Dear Deb My sincere condolences on the passing of Rick. I remember him as having a sparkle in his eyes. Wishing you and your family long life. May you be comforted amongst the mourners of Zion
Valerie Gruson January 25, 2026 11:17 AM
Dear Deb: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and the entire family at this difficult time. Valerie
Irma and Morris January 25, 2026 10:56 AM
Our hearts are broken at the loss of your beloved Rick. Years of friendship and our special times together will be cherished.
Nathan Cheifetz January 25, 2026 10:39 AM
Dear Debra, Ari and Lucy, I’m sorry for the loss of your beloved Rick. I’ll always remember the second wedding ceremony we had with him-a very special and magical moment. May your sweet memories help to sustain you at this time. My condolences.
Helene and Robbie January 25, 2026 10:29 AM
Dear Deb, Ronna, Ari and Mathew and families, We were deeply saddened to hear of Rick’s passing. After such a long and difficult illness, may you find comfort knowing that this difficult journey has ended and that his soul is now at rest. Our memories and the memories of the Camp Shalom and Young Judaea family of our time with Rick live on. Please know that our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. May cherished memories bring you strength and comfort in the days ahead. May his memory be for a blessing. With heartfelt sympathy, Helene and Robbie
Deborah Powell Wells January 25, 2026 10:18 AM
Dearest Deb, Ari and Mathew and your beautiful families. Rick was such a loving, kind, thoughtful, intelligent man, husband, father and grandfather. Rick will be missed so very much by all who knew him. Take care of your poor hearts.
Shai and Illona January 25, 2026 09:58 AM
It is with deep sadness that we heard of the passing of Rick. Sending love to the family. Rest in peace my friend.
Michael Goodman January 25, 2026 09:40 AM
Dear Debra and Mathew , I was very sorry to read about Rick’s passing. He was a very nice man that I met several times with his dad Al at Oakdale . May he rest in peace.
Susanne Alter January 25, 2026 09:20 AM
Dear Debra, Ari, Matthew and family, I was deeply saddened to hear of Rick''s passing and send my most heartfelt condolences to you. May the many precious memories you shared bring you comfort and peace, today and forever.
Elaine Gitalis January 25, 2026 08:58 AM
We are so sorry to hear of Rick''s passing. He was a true mensch! We wish you strength at this most difficult time. Elaine and Abe Gitalis
Wendi and Irwin Tobias January 25, 2026 08:39 AM
Dear Deb, Ronna and the whole family, we were so sorry to hear about Rick''s passing. Please know that our thoughts are with you. Rick was a sweetie and we have fond memories of the times we were all together at simchas. Sending our love .
David and Elissa January 25, 2026 08:28 AM
Dear Debbie, We are saddened by Rick’s passing. I have so many fond memories of Rick from our days at Camp Shalom. He was a gentleman, soft spoken, a wonderful husband, father, Zaida and a friend to so many. May his memory be a blessing. Thinking of all of you. Love David & Elissa❤️
Terry and Issie January 25, 2026 08:17 AM
Dear Debbie and family, We were deeply saddened to hear of Rick''s passing. Sending lots of love and prayers. What a profound loss!
Joyce and Murray Arlin January 25, 2026 06:41 AM
Dear Debbie, Ari, Matt and families…we are so sorry to hear this news. We have fond memories of our times together that go back so many years, all began with our boysies becoming friends in kindergarten (and still are). Fun times at the cottage we will never forget. We hope the many memories you have will help comfort you.
Leslie Traill January 25, 2026 06:14 AM
Dear Ronna and family . Donny and I send you our love and wish that your wonderful and cherished memories of Rick can heal your broken hearts . All our Love Leslie and Donny
Irma and Morris January 25, 2026 04:51 AM
Our hearts are broken at the loss of your beloved Rick. Years of friendship and our special times together will be cherished always. Our love and thoughts are with you, Matt and Ari and their families.
Sam & Roz Chaim January 25, 2026 12:35 AM
Dear Debra and family, Rick will be remembered just like this picture. He was calm, sweet, funny and soft spoken. We had great years together over many years and phases of life. He was a great friend and will stay in our hearts forever. May your memories sustain you and be a blessing for you all. ❤️
Terry and Melanie Bloch January 25, 2026 12:19 AM
Dear Deb and Family, It was with shock and sadness that we heard of dear Rick''s passing. Our heartfelt condolences to you all at this difficult time. May dear Rick rest in peace, may his neshama rise to the highest level and may his memory always be a blessing.
Cathie and Glenn January 24, 2026 10:45 PM
Dear Debra, We are so sad to have heard about Rick’s passing. We are sending all our love and prayers to you and the entire family. With much love. Cathie and Glenn.
Revie & Paul Walman January 24, 2026 10:13 PM
Deb and family Our deepest condolences on the passing of Rick. May Rick''s memory always be a blessing to you and family.
January 24, 2026 09:31 PM
Dear Deb Ari Mathew and families, It is with sadness that we heard about the sad loss of your husband father and our good friend Rick. The warm memories I have of Rick goes back to our teenage years at camp Israel mairragr raising children and more. I have wonderful memories of our friendship. May his memory be a blessing for your entire family. With love to you all Allon and Pnina❤️❤️❤️
Deborah and Frank January 24, 2026 07:34 PM
Dear Ronna and families, our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear brother and uncle Rick z”l. We wish you all long life and with many wonderful memories to share. Deborah and Frank
Allen and Tzini Manly January 24, 2026 06:56 PM
Tzini and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and father RickZ.l.May the lifetime of memories you have shared help you through these very sad and difficult days ahead. May you know no more sorrow. May Hashem give you strength to carry on. BDE Tzini and Allen Manly
Deborah and frank January 24, 2026 06:55 PM
Dear Deb, Ari, Matthew and families. Our deepest condolences on the loss of our special friend Rick. We became good friends 43 years ago and we share many wonderful memories. We lost a dear friend and a very special guy.