Rick passed peacefully away at his home on October 17, 2015, surrounded by those who loved him dearly. His indomitable spirit and courage continued to the end of his two-year battle with cancer. Rick leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, stories, and laughter. He is predeceased by his parents John (1996) and Rita (Halleran) St. Croix (2003), his brother Randolph (1975) and his beautiful niece Robyn Peddle (2009). With saddened hearts but deep gratitude and joy for having shared his life, Rick leaves behind his wife Louise (Daley) and his son Adrian, who was Rick's greatest pride and joy. Also sharing in wonderful memories are Rick's sisters Mildred Cahill (Brian), Jackie St. Croix, Helen Peddle (Randal) and brothers Chris, Paul and Sebastian (Madelyn), mother-in-law Gertie Daley, brother-in-law Paul Daley, sisters-in-law Maureen (Randy Jerrett) and Karen (Roy Gibbons), and dearly loved nephews and nieces: Adam and Alana Cahill, Christine and Maria Peddle, Rita-Jane, John, Claire and Pierre St. Croix, Rory and Noel Gibbons. He also leaves behind two of his dearest friends and fishing companions Brian Cahill and Mary Lawlor as well as many colleagues and dear friends at Provincial Agriculture. Special thanks to the wonderful and caring nurses and doctors at the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre. Heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Bill Eaton and staff of the Palliative Care Unit who made it possible for Rick to stay at home with his family in his final days. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road - visitation on Monday, October 19, 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday, October 20, from 1-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, October 21, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. from St. Pius X, Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's. Cremation to follow at a later time. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre.