seventy years of rick.

from us, to you.

Looking Back

“Sometimes I wish I could go back in life, not to change anything, but just to feel a few things twice.”

before he was dad, he was ricky.

a 47 years & counting kind of love.

we’re not having kids.

the animal whisperer.

the good life.

poppy.

life lessons from dad.

be interested in people.
finish what you started.
there's good in everyone.
family comes first.
be kind, be humble, be patient.
drive the speed limit.
always be honest.
don't take the simple things for granted
share your gifts with others.
dogs are a man's best friend.
have a passion.
everything will be okay.
a bike ride is the same as good therapy.
always try and make life better for others.
sunsets, peace and family are the best gifts.
sing loud even if you can't sing.
happiness is found in routine.
be on time.
defragment the computer regularly.
a dozen donuts from Tim Hortons are a perfectly fine Saturday morning breakfast..
there is always time in your day to help someone who needs you.
it’s nice to be important but it’s more important to be nice.
four wheels move the body, two wheels move the soul.
FIDO: forget it and drive on

Everybody Loves Rick

“Show me what your friends say about you, and I will show you your character.”

“Happy 70th Birthday Mr. Rick! My favourite bearded, leather-wearing, motorcycle riding, with a great laugh friend! I hope you have a fantastic day"

Joanna Pickering
"A special 'Happy Birthday' from Steve and me on your 70th Rick! Every congregation (or group in general) needs a Rick in their midst! Always a friendly face and a genuine, gentle inquirer into how one was doing. You have always been a "people person" and have made those around you feel welcomed, appreciated, or offered your listening ear. Happy birthday Rick! --You make the world a better place!"

Sharena Harris Ernstberger
"Happy Birthday, Rick! I’m happy that you and Bonnie are part of our small neighborhood. Have a wonderful day!"

Debbie Gaudet
"I have been very fortunate to maintain my friendship with the Porter Clan and am thankful for Facebook, Instagram, in order to keep up with events. I have also been happy to have visits with Rick and Bonnie when we trek to New Brunswick every July. Wishing you a very happy birthday, Rick and blessings for many more!"

Kat Ross
"Happy Birthday Rick, you have been such a big part of my family for many years now. Patrice was so touched that you kept your talk from her baptism over 30 years ago! The time has gone way too fast. Life is better with you in it! Much love to you on your birthday from me all of my family!"

Libby Pay
"Happy birthday Rick, so glad that we have met and we couldn’t have any better neighbours. Wish you another 70 or close to it. Enjoy and celebrate that special day. Keep on biking!"

Berm Gaudet
"Happy Birthday, Rick! We wish you a great day... today and always. From Greg & Sharon. I always appreciated your friendly personality and speaking to me at social events"

Sharon Smith
"Happy 70th Birthday Ricky! So many great memories of you growing up, especially your classic Ricky Jokes that you always said with a straight face. Some of which Ryan or Daniel had to translate for me. Hope you have a great Birthday and many more filled with great rides on your Gold Wing."

Rob McDougall
"I remember going through a rough Sunday and with no hesitation, you wanted to give me a blessing. I really needed that at the time. It gave me clarity and peace of mind. Happy 70th Rick - my cool motorcycle-riding friend."

Nicole Elliot
"I don’t think I remember not knowing you and Bonnie. You’ve been like family for forever! So many memories of you guys at our house or us at yours. I just knew that you cared about our family and that meant a lot! Happy Birthday! I hope you have a fantastic year!"

Janessa Ormston Fyfe
"Happy Birthday Rick! I don’t know you very much, but I think you are a very kind and caring person. You can be proud as a husband and father. We are blessed to have you in our church. We can count on you to be there when your help and fellowship is needed. Wishing you a wonderful year!"

Therese Duguay
"Rick, you’re a good man! I don't have great stories or experiences to share, other than you were a great example, and I always enjoyed being around you. Whether it was a quick chat about one of my many car purchases or problems or being in PEC, Bishopric, or ward council meetings. I always appreciated your example of service. Have a great Birthday Young Fella!"

Brant Caughill
"My Uncle Rick! A man of great wisdom and compassion. Thoughtful and kind. A friend and great uncle from the start. All your nieces adore you. You have quite a few. As a child, I remember your visits home. Never seen you often but you would always make time to take me out for a drive and an ice cream or a bite to eat and we’d indulge in some great conversations. I admired your stories of growing up with my mom and grandparents, your love for your family and of course, your motorcycle. Sending all my love to you on your 70th birthday. Wishing you the very best always, continued great health and happiness. Blessings to you and your beautiful family. May you have the most wonderful birthday!"

Pamela Soper
"Where to start? Rick, you have been a kind friend, wise mentor, and stalwart support from the earliest days of our acquaintance. I remember the times our families spent together playing and laughing. You are such a good and loving person and always make me smile. Wishing you a happy 70th birthday and much love, peace and joy on this milestone birthday and throughout the coming year."

Sharon Lynch·
"Happy Birthday Rick! When I joined the church in Ajax, this Cape Bretoner felt a sense of 'home' when I met someone from Newfoundland in my ward. You never hesitated to say hello, shake my hand, and ask how I was doing. You were always there with a welcoming smile - and your priesthood blessings were the best! You were always so aware of people - you truly cared and gave so freely of your time and talents. You never lost the Maritimer in you! Thank you for all that you did & continue to do"

Wendy McCabe-Cheung
"Where to start? From the Chopper you built in your living room, the Van in’s, my school concerts, to being by my sick babies and giving them blessings, to driving me around in NB. So many wonderful memories with you in them Rick. I can’t believe you’re 70! Thank you for being You! Happy Birthday!"

Deborah Ireland
"Happy birthday Rick! I pray that our Heavenly Father bless you with continued good health and strength to enjoy many more birthdays to come so that you can make more wonderful memories with your beautiful wife! I remember as an investigator, you were always there to make me feel welcomed into the church. Your testimony that was borne many times helped strengthen me as I was trying to gain my own testimony in the gospel, you were and still are a great example to me, May God bless you always!"

Carmen Cain
"Happiest of birthday wishes, Rick! Thank you for sharing your insights, wisdom, and thoughts over the years! Your kindness when we served together really helped me navigate through the calling! May Heavenly Father continue to bless you abundantly with joy and love!"

Connie Maglioli
"Rick,you have raised an amazing family with your gentle nature and positive attitude! Happy birthday, Rick, may you have many more years to enjoy your family and your Shangri-la!!"

Ann Parker
"Happy Birthday to the man with the biggest heart in all of New Brunswick: Ricky! You always know when to show up and help anyone or everyone. You are down to earth, kind, loving, and familiar. I often feel like we knew each other in Heaven. I kind of wish I was born in your family. You enlighten our Sundays every week with your warm hugs and smile. 70 years old is just unbelievable.. I say you dye your hair red like Bonnie, and we'll have a couple of 40-year-olds. Who cares about age, it simply means that, for all those years, we have been blessed by an angel such as you. Much love Ricky, from our crazy French family to yours. May this birthday rock as much as you rock your motorcycle. You are awesome!"

Patricia Noury Robichaud
"If I choose anyone to give me a blessing… I would choose you. I’ve been privileged to be near when you’ve done so, and I consider those moments special and sacred. A man of God, whose faith and love of the Lord are so present when you use his priesthood power. Wishing you a wonderful birthday and countless more to come."

Lynn Brennan Yates
"Where have the years gone?! It seems like only a few years ago, we were at the park with you and Chuck pushing our kids on the swings! We sure hope you have an awesome happy birthday Rick! We love and miss you guys!"

Irene Downing Ormston
"Rick! Wishing you a happy birthday and a wonderful year filled with love and joy as you enter your seventh decade. I went searching for a photo of us all together. But Lincoln apparently stole the show at our last visit. Thanks for opening your home and heart to us! Much love, Steven and Marilyn and the boys!"

Marilyn Evans
"Hi Uncle Rick and Happy Birthday! This is a great opportunity to say a big thank you to you for the positive influence you’ve always been for me. I do truly have so much love and respect for you and for what you’ve provided for me and for Kelly as a role model of what a Dad and husband should be. I’ve never seen you angry, you stay calm and cool … always so cool. Happy Birthday to you. We love you so much"

Tom Parker
"Remember when… The many times you came and helped me with projects around my house. From putting on a new roof, to installing new kitchen cabinets, putting down laminate floors, the many plumbing repairs and the endless times you helped with my vehicles. You were always there for support. Somehow this does not seem enough but thank you from the bottom of my heart! Rick you have touched the lives of so many people and you are not even aware of those times. Thank you for your example and support. You truly have blessed our lives."

Gayle Green
"Uncle Rick, despite the one small memory I have of my dad all my memories, knowledge and examples of what a dad/husband/uncle/good human being should be come from you. You were definitely given the gift of patience to help our family learn and grow. You have showed me through your example everyday what it means to be a good father and husband. When I was dating and deciding on the type of person I wanted to marry I knew exactly because of you. The way you treated Auntie Bonnie, the things you did for your family, how your served in your callings, your work ethic all showed me I wanted to be with someone with qualities you had. I just wanted you to know that in your 70 years and I know for many more to come that you have accomplished so many great things . Thank you for being such a great example to me and my family. Thank you for being you and I hope you have the best birthday, you deserve it!"

Kelly Parker

a lot can happen in 70 years.

5 kids

• 6 grandkids

• 3 homes.

• 7 dogs

• 3 cats

• 5 kids • 6 grandkids • 3 homes. • 7 dogs • 3 cats •

32 years at GM

• 11 years at Toyota

• 40 years of church

• 1 motorcycle accident

• 2 major operations

• 32 years at GM • 11 years at Toyota • 40 years of church • 1 motorcycle accident • 2 major operations •

42 years in Ontario

• 5 years in New Brunswick

• 40 years of church

• 33 nieces & nephews

• 4 minivans

• 42 years in Ontario • 5 years in New Brunswick • 40 years of church • 33 nieces & nephews • 4 minivans •

everything i needed to know about life, i learned from riding a motorcycle:

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“I don't ride a motorcycle to add days to my life,
I ride a motorcycle to add life to my days.”

— Rick Porter’s email signature

happy birthday dad!

love,
the porters.

seventy years of rick.

from us, to you.

Looking Back

Looking Back Looking Back

“Sometimes I wish I could go back in life, not to change anything, but just to feel a few things twice.”

before he was dad, he was ricky.

a 47 years & counting kind of love.

we’re not having kids.

the animal whisperer.

the good life.

poppy.

be interested in people.

finish what you started.

there's good in everyone.

family comes first.

be kind, be humble, be patient.

drive the speed limit.

always be honest.

don't take the simple things for granted

share your gifts with others.

dogs are a man's best friend.

have a passion.

everything will be okay.

a bike ride is the same as good therapy.

always try and make life better for others.

sunsets, peace and family are the best gifts.

sing loud even if you can't sing.

happiness is found in routine.

be on time.

defragment the computer regularly.

a dozen donuts from Tim Hortons are a perfectly fine Saturday morning breakfast..

there is always time in your day to help someone who needs you.

it’s nice to be important but it’s more important to be nice.

four wheels move the body, two wheels move the soul.

FIDO: forget it and drive on

Everybody Loves Rick

Everybody Loves Rick Everybody Loves Rick

“Show me what your friends say about you, and I will show you your character.”

“Happy 70th Birthday Mr. Rick! My favourite bearded, leather-wearing, motorcycle riding, with a great laugh friend! I hope you have a fantastic day"

"Happy Birthday, Rick! I’m happy that you and Bonnie are part of our small neighborhood. Have a wonderful day!"

"Happy Birthday Rick, you have been such a big part of my family for many years now. Patrice was so touched that you kept your talk from her baptism over 30 years ago! The time has gone way too fast. Life is better with you in it! Much love to you on your birthday from me all of my family!"

"Happy birthday Rick, so glad that we have met and we couldn’t have any better neighbours. Wish you another 70 or close to it. Enjoy and celebrate that special day. Keep on biking!"

"Happy Birthday, Rick! We wish you a great day... today and always. From Greg & Sharon. I always appreciated your friendly personality and speaking to me at social events"

"Happy 70th Birthday Ricky! So many great memories of you growing up, especially your classic Ricky Jokes that you always said with a straight face. Some of which Ryan or Daniel had to translate for me. Hope you have a great Birthday and many more filled with great rides on your Gold Wing."

"I remember going through a rough Sunday and with no hesitation, you wanted to give me a blessing. I really needed that at the time. It gave me clarity and peace of mind. Happy 70th Rick - my cool motorcycle-riding friend."

"I don’t think I remember not knowing you and Bonnie. You’ve been like family for forever! So many memories of you guys at our house or us at yours. I just knew that you cared about our family and that meant a lot! Happy Birthday! I hope you have a fantastic year!"

"Happy Birthday Rick! I don’t know you very much, but I think you are a very kind and caring person. You can be proud as a husband and father. We are blessed to have you in our church. We can count on you to be there when your help and fellowship is needed. Wishing you a wonderful year!"

"Happiest of birthday wishes, Rick! Thank you for sharing your insights, wisdom, and thoughts over the years! Your kindness when we served together really helped me navigate through the calling! May Heavenly Father continue to bless you abundantly with joy and love!"

"Rick,you have raised an amazing family with your gentle nature and positive attitude! Happy birthday, Rick, may you have many more years to enjoy your family and your Shangri-la!!"

"Where have the years gone?! It seems like only a few years ago, we were at the park with you and Chuck pushing our kids on the swings! We sure hope you have an awesome happy birthday Rick! We love and miss you guys!"

a lot can happen in 70 years.

5 kids

•

6 grandkids

•

3 homes.

•

7 dogs

•

3 cats

•

5 kids • 6 grandkids • 3 homes. • 7 dogs • 3 cats • 5 kids • 6 grandkids • 3 homes. • 7 dogs • 3 cats •

32 years at GM

•

11 years at Toyota

•

40 years of church

•

1 motorcycle accident

•

2 major operations

•

32 years at GM • 11 years at Toyota • 40 years of church • 1 motorcycle accident • 2 major operations • 32 years at GM • 11 years at Toyota • 40 years of church • 1 motorcycle accident • 2 major operations •

42 years in Ontario

•

5 years in New Brunswick

•

40 years of church

•

33 nieces & nephews

Looking Back

Everybody Loves Rick

5 kids • 6 grandkids • 3 homes. • 7 dogs • 3 cats •

32 years at GM • 11 years at Toyota • 40 years of church • 1 motorcycle accident • 2 major operations •

42 years in Ontario • 5 years in New Brunswick • 40 years of church • 33 nieces & nephews • 4 minivans •

“I don't ride a motorcycle to add days to my life,
I ride a motorcycle to add life to my days.”

love,
the porters.