Fredrick ´Rikk’ Alan Lewis born in Halifax, NS, died in Ottawa on June 8, 2019 at the age of 48.
Rikk is survived by his parents, Rick and Linda, spouse Grace, daughter Harley, sister Trina, and nièce Isabella.
He served in the military for 27 years which included 6 tours of duty including Somalia, Bosnia twice, and 3 times to Afghanistan. He was proud to be a member of 3RCR, the Canadian Airborne Regiment, and the Canadian Military Parachute Team the Skyhawks.
Rikk enjoyed making many friends throughout his life and military career. His favourite pastimes included putting pavement under the wheels of his Harley ´Black Betty’, skydiving with more than a thousand jumps under his belt, and had a passion for weapons and firearms. Rikk possessed a joy for life that radiated through his broad smile and gleaming eyes. He was well loved, and will surely be well missed and well remembered. He dearly loved his family, friends, and comrades in arms.
Friends and family are invited to visit at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Ave. on Friday June 21, 2019 from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 11:30 a.m. Interment will take place in the National Military Cemetery followed by a reception.
Digital Guestbook
Dave Hart
Chris Christenson
Rest In Peace brother.
Bobby Fox
Rest in peace bud. You were a hoot to be around and will remember all the laughs we had together.
Pro Patria brother
Roger Allan
RIP Rikk, you were a good soldier and friend.
Jeff Smith
RIP Brother, 3CDO, Skyhawks, Airborne all the way !!!
Ian Bradbury
Rikk was one of the first lads I met in 3 RCR. He was a strong soldier and a good man. Sad to see his passing. Pro Patria, Brother, you will be missed.
Tony Burrell
May he Rest In Peace eternally. Fair winds soft landings my friend.
Jerry Vanhantsaeme
Rikk, you were and always will be a one of a kind guy. You will he missed here!
Allan Hunter Service Officer ANAVETS Canada Calgary and aree
RIP warrior. We will remember You.
Stephen Beardwood
Fair winds and soft landings brother
RIP brother. Always remember your smile and how much fun we had. Anyone who knew you was better for it! PRO PATRIA