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Prominent Belleville, Ont. businessman passes away

Richard Courneyea. Global News

The city of Belleville, Ont., has lowered municipal flags following the death of a prominent businessman.

Richard Courneyea passed away from undisclosed causes.

In a statement Wednesday, Mayor Mitch Panciuk called Courneyea’s passing a huge loss to the community and said he’ll be dearly missed by many.

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Courneyea’s business ventures included Richard Davis menswear, Signal Brewery and Henry’s Place.

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He was also an active member of the Belleville Downtown BIA, chamber of commerce, Quinte Tourism and the agricultural society.

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Civic flags will remain lowered until Friday.

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