Passed peacefully away on October 24th, 2016, Verna Mildred Lucy Riche, aged 85 years. Predeceased by her husband Robert (Boyd); parents Frank and Mabel Hutchings; sisters Reynette Tetford and Evelyn Woolridge; and brother Max Hutchings. Left with fond and loving memories sons Barry (Janet), Derek (Phyllis), and Blair (Wanda); 4 precious grandchildren Allison, Terrence, Nancy (Mickael) Saraiva - Caleiro, and Spencer; nieces, nephews, and a large circle of family and friends. Special thanks to the dedicated staff of Admiral's Coast Retirement Center, and Agnes Pratt Home. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. The family will accept visitors on Wednesday, October 26th, 2016 from 2 - 4 p.m and 7 - 9 p.m, and Thursday, October 27th, 2016 from 10 - 12 noon. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 27th, 2016 at 2 p.m at First United Church, with interment to follow in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations in Verna's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guestbook, please visit www.carnells.com.