Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I rise in the House today to commemorate the passing of Richard Rumas.
Richard worked at the House of Commons for 34 years serving as a procedural clerk in several directorates. Most recently, Richard served as the Clerk of the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage. I know that I speak for all members when I say that his time with our committee was far too short.
Richard will be remembered as a man who was always willing to share his knowledge with colleagues and who served all members faithfully and with distinction.
I ask all members to join me in remembering this remarkable man who served this House so well.