North Sydney
Richard Neil Greenwell passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Northside Guest Home in North Sydney.
Born on May 9, 1949, in North Sydney, he was the son of the late Neil Stewart and Mary Ann (King) Greenwell.
Richard studied at Acadia University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science. He went on to work with the Department of Transportation, retiring after 30 years of dedicated service. Known as a quiet and kind man, Richard enjoyed curling, watching sports, and was a devoted season ticket holder of the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles.
He is survived by his cousins, and special friends, Donald Ross, and Karen Hawkins.
The family extends sincere thanks to the staff of Northside Guest Home for their compassionate care.
There will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Lakeside Cemetery, Johnson Road, North Sydney, with Rev. Jackie Warren officiating.
Donations in Richard’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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Richard was a loved cousin that will be fondly remembered by our family. Although it had been many years since seeing Richard, he had kept in touch with us until recent years and had been a favourite cousin of our Mom, Diane.
Our condolences to all that knew and loved Richard. He will be missed.
With love, Mitzi, Randy, Deanna (MacDonald) and Diane (Greenwell)
I knew Richard in high school and Acadia, and then as my parents neighbour
I agree that he was a kind and gentle soul and we had a few laughs.. he was a great neighbour to my parents..l
Our condolences to family and friends.
Debbie Barrie Maddock