Brockville Legion mourns dedicated volunteer Richard Babcock

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A visitation is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 31, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Irvine Funeral Home, located at 4 James St. East in Brockville

The Brockville Legion is mourning a longtime volunteer whose kindness and dedication left a lasting mark on the local community.

Richard Earl Babcock’s death was announced by the Royal Canadian Legion’s Branch 96 in Brockville, Ont., which remembered him as a generous and caring member who was always willing to help others.

In a message shared on Facebook, the Legion said Babcock gave generously of his time and made a lasting difference to those around him. His involvement in the Legion Diamond Jubilee was among his contributions to the branch.

The organization extended its condolences to Babcock’s family and friends, including Huguette and the wider Babcock family, saying he would be greatly missed by fellow members.

A visitation is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 31, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Irvine Funeral Home, located at 4 James St. East in Brockville.

Remarks and memories celebrating Babcock’s life will be shared at 2:30 p.m.

The Legion said his memory would remain a valued part of the branch.

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