
Richard Charles Denis
September 2, 1953 – April 28, 2026
Richard (Rick) Denis was born in Laniel, Quebec on September 2, 1953 and passed away peacefully at the age of 72 at Margaret’s Place in Dundas, Ontario on April 28, 2026.
Rick spent his youth in Burlington, Ontario before giving up football to follow his passion for music. He was a longtime employee of the 5th Wheel Truck Stop, owned several restaurants and retired from Compass Group Canada at Maplehurst Correctional Centre in 2022.
Loving partner to Lisa (nee Swailes) for 35 years and Number 1 cheerleader for children Madeleine and Michael, he will be missed by his favourite dice opponents brother Reg and sister-in-law Pat, mother and father-in-law Val and Doug Swailes, brother-in-law Mark (Nancy), nieces, nephews and friends.
He is predeceased by his parents Romeo and Almoza, brothers Claude (Bernadette) and Norm (Dorothy).
4 Guestbook Entries
May 10, 2026 | Regina Yeboah-Kyeremeh
Mickey,
My heart goes out to you and your family.
May the Good God comfort you and give you peace.
May 12, 2026 | Terry and Al Gravelle
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Dad, your brother, and your friend. I don’t think that I have ever met a nicer gentleman. We will miss his visits up North and his humour. Rest now Rick. Hugs.
May 12, 2026 | Robyn Connolly
I had the privilege of working with Rick for many years at Compass Group. Rick was always a shining light and a great colleague. He was a huge cheerleader for my sister when she battled Leukemia.
My deepest condolences to his family on the loss of this wonderful man.
Rick Buddy- you will be forever remembered.
May 12, 2026 | Marleigh Connolly
I’m so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. I worked with him at Compass Cook Chill for about 3 years. He was such a kind man and wouldn’t hesitate to help me at work whenever I needed it. I always looked forward to seeing him in the dish room. Rest in peace, Rick. My condolences to the family.
Marleigh Connolly