Regtl No 39764, Warrant Officer Class 2, RNZIR, ex Vietnam, Victor 5, May 1970 – 1971



A soldier proud to have served his country. 



Aged 75.  Passed away suddenly Sunday 22 August 2021 after a short illness.



Deeply loved partner of Colleen Wong.



Loved brother and brother in law of Brent and Cheryl, Chris and Pauline. 



Much loved father and father in law of Juanita and Craig, and Carmen.



Grandad of Shontel and partner Clifton, and Ben. 



Great grandfather of Nikora, Sapphyre and Amelia. 



Special Poppa of Phoenix, Camellia, Alex, Gillie and Karen, and Shynna.



Loved by Anshool and Shruti and so many others.



God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts.



Because of Covid restrictions a private internment has been held on Thursday 26 August 2021.  When appropriate a memorial service will be held for Rick.



Fortes Fortuna Juvat/Onward.  (Fortune Favours the Brave)