Richard (Rick) David George Ternovatsky
It is with heavy hearts and much love that we announce the passing of Richard (Rick) Ternovatsky on January 8, 2025 at the age of 67. Rick was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, son-in-law, and friend. He was deeply loved and respected by all who knew him.
Rick is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Liz Ternovatsky (nee Moge); his children, David (Stephanie) Ternovatsky, Melissa (Andy) MacIver, and Mark Ternovatsky; his cherished grandsons, Landon, Logan, Callum, Lucas, and Shea; his brother Doug (Donna) Ternovatsky; brothers-in-law Victor (Judy) Moge and Ed (Rebecca) Moge; his mother in law, Zofia Moge; and his nieces and nephews, Leigh, Neil, Nick, Ryan, Hayley, Calvin, and Alisa, along with their families. He is also survived by numerous extended relatives and friends.
Rick was predeceased by his parents, John and Linda Ternovatsky; his father in law, Andrew Moge; and infant nephew, Owen Moge.
A celebration of Rick’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in honour of Rick Ternovatsky to the University of Alberta Hospital Foundation, which supports both heart & kidney research and care.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Misericordia Community Hospital and the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute for their exceptional care and compassion.
Thank you for all your love, care and support during this difficult time.
Hi Liz,
Wishing you some peace and solace during these difficult days. How beautiful you had so many years together and the wonderful memories you will cherish. I remember him showing me pictures of your cats as I shared pictures of mine and we exchanged stories of our black cats. He had lots of love for them and it goes without saying, his family.
Thinking of you and your family. Love Grace
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Rick! So sorry that we lost track of each other.
Bob, I and our family are devastated and in shock to hear of Rick’s passing. I will forever cherish our last FaceTime call and I’m so glad to have the memories from our Winnipeg/Stonewall years. Rick was a dear friend and his smile, sense of humour and kindness will be so missed…not to mention his amazing Caesar’s and cigars! Heaven gained an amazing person and we lost a great man. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Liz and family.
RIP RICK
Sian & Bob Russell
XOXOXOXO
We are so sorry to loose our wonderful friend Rick! Always a smile and a laugh and a big bear hug!💞We had our hips replaced on the same day and we were the same age. It’s way too young to loose a wonderful husband and a great Father and Grandfather! 💙 God Bless your family🙏🏻 and keep you all strong together through this very sad time!
All our Love,😘 Coleen and Jim🙏🏻
So very sorry Liz and family on the loss of your beloved Rick. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Sending much love to you and your beautiful family, Helen and Gord 💔