RICHARD “DASH” TRANN

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Richard Trann or as many knew him in the rock and roll world, Dash. He will be lovingly missed by his daughters, Jennifer, Jessica (Oliver), Emily, & Kate; his ex-wife Roberta; his sister, Rosemary (Morley); his grandchildren, Jasmine, Adam, & Luna; his niece, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Al and Beatrix; sister Maureen; brother-in-law Don; and granddaughter Sarah.

Richard lived with Parkinson’s for many years and died peacefully on the morning of May 2nd at Deer Lodge Centre. Our family is forever grateful for the care he received there and friendships he formed.

Although his life started and ended in Winnipeg, he always called the West Coast his home. He loved the ocean, canoeing, camping, and spending time in nature. He loved dogs, especially the ones he incorporated into his family over the years. Richard loved music and was a great drummer who played throughout his life, his most well-known band being ‘Dash and the Dots’.

Richard loved helping people in need and spent a lot of his life advocating for at risk youth and adults. In Vancouver, he worked with Street Youth Services in various roles of outreach throughout the years. He was involved with the publication of ‘The Slice’ which was completely written, illustrated, and put together by street kids. In Squamish, he worked at the youth center and with the needle exchange. Richard had the gift of the gab and was also a rocking salesman.

Richard was a big supporter of the arts and loved an opportunity to be on stage. He was an extra in tv shows and movies. When asked, he would take to the stage for his daughter’s dance recitals and played an incredible Frank-N-Furter in a Squamish production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Above all else Richard loved his family. He adored his daughters and grandchildren. Over his life he made several trips over to England and Northern Ireland to see his family there.

Richard lived a full life and wasn’t only a good storyteller, he had more of them to tell than most. He had a great smile and laugh; he loved being different and provocative and enjoyed a good debate. He was nonjudgmental, kind and always looking for a good time.

One of his favorite quotes was, “I wasn’t looking too good, but I was feeling real well,” by The Rolling Stones.  His home computer screen saver read ‘Question Authority’ in big bold letters.

We will be holding a celebration of life in Winnipeg on September 6, 2024, at Legion Branch 9 in Elmwood, 920 Nairn Ave. Please drop in between 1:00-4:00pm to join us in sharing memories, music and laughter.

There will be opportunities to share memories and stories of Richard, if you would like yours shared but aren’t comfortable sharing yourself, please pass it on to one of his daughters and they’ll have someone share it on your behalf.

We’ll then bring Richard with us to Vancouver and plan an opportunity to share some stories and drinks. Location, date, and time to be determined.

Richard’s family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by watching the photo-biography above. Please, also consider sharing your own photos, memories, and stories by making use of the comment section on this page.

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ETHICAL DEATH CARE

Cremation & Life Celebrations

530 St. Mary Avenue - Winnipeg

204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com

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