Obituaries: Richard Krepps

July 14, 2021

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Richard Krepps

1923 – 2021

Mr. Richard Franklin ‘Frank’ Krepps of Red Deer, Alberta (formerly of Flin Flon, Manitoba) passed away peacefully, and went to join the love of his life, Eleanor Krepps on Friday, June 25, 2021 at the age of 98 years.

Frank was born on June 24, 1923 in Brock, Saskatchewan and was one of six children. He joined the military in 1941 at the age of 17 years; (fibbing about his age) likely not expecting he wouldn’t see Canada again, until his return in 1946. Frank completed his training with the Royal Canadian Engineers, as a Dispatch Rider. At the time of his passing, Frank was the oldest surviving D-Day Dispatch Rider from WWII. Frank was able to attend the 75 Anniversary of D-Day in France and was presented the rank of Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of Honour.

Frank and Eleanor met on a blind date, taking a hay ride to Phantom Lake. Their love began that day and continued for sixty-four years. Through the years, they resided in Flin Flon, Manitoba, Oliver, British Columbia and Red Deer, Alberta. He worked for the Hudson’s Bay Mining and Smelting Company in Flin Flon. After thirty-five years, Frank retired, and he and Eleanor purchased a thirty-six foot motorhome in which they travelled throughout the U.S. Golfing was a passion; as was camping, fishing and hunting.

Frank was a life-long member of the Legion and enjoyed being active in the Kindersley, Oliver and Red Deer Legions in various positions. Frank will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Sarrie Lee (Wade) of Dallas, Texas; his sons, Paul (Jean) of Ontario, Brock and Bradley of Red Deer, Alberta; and his numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Frank will also be sadly missed by his three CAV ‘Family’ (The Canadian Army Veteran Motorcycle Unit). Frank was predeceased by his loving wife, Eleanor, his three sisters, his two brothers and a great granddaughter.

A Celebration of Frank’s Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 35, 2810 Bremner Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. Honour Guard will be present. Interment will be held at the Brock Cemetery, Brock, Saskatchewan on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. Honour Guard will be meeting at the Kindersley Legion at 11:00 am and then processing to the Brock Cemetery for noon. Cremation entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta.

If desired, Memorial Donations in Frank’s honor may be made directly to the Red Deer Hospice Society at www.reddeerhospice.com or to Operation Smile Canada at www.operationsmile.ca.

Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.