I am so sorry to hear of Richard's passing at this late date. He was a wonderful friend and neighbor to all of our family. He will be greatly missed.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Mrs. Opal and family,
It is with a very heavy heart that we write to express our deepest sympathy and sorrow of the loss of your beloved one. He was a wonderful gentleman that greeted us when we moved to Texas and made us feel at home. I still remember the day he 'rescued' me from my hot attic when he could only see my dangling legs. Needless to say he shared some common sense with me that day. Both of you supported my daughter and her endeavors. I never pressed for details but always kept a careful watch from afar. Please know that our hearts go out to all his wonderful family and friends and that he was a special neighbor. A little thought of comfort: I taught my daughter that when a soul passes to heaven, a little tear is made in the night sky, and Mr. Richard is peeking out as a star to look over you. With heartfelt sympathy, thoughts, and prayers, Shelly & Gabbie ~j~
Tuesday, September 20, 2011

To all of Dick's family and friends:

I never knew Dick personally but my brother, Grant Michael, was in his graduating class at Pleasantville High School, Pleasantville, NJ (which has been omitted from his obituary) and Grant was a friend of his back then. I used to hear Grant speak of him often. Norman and Helen were classmates of mine in 1953, so I do know them. I send you all my sympathy and hope that you will be comforted by your many memories in the days and years ahead.
Saturday, September 17, 2011

Kathy,

My prayers go out to you and your family.
Friday, September 16, 2011

We join with so many others who knew Richard in offering our deepest sympathy on his passing. Although it is little consolation at this sad time, hopefully in time, you will find comfort in knowing that in his passing you can celebrate the end of a very long and productive life.
The measure of a life well-lived is not in how much money one has or what possessions they have accumulated, but rather through the lives they touched and the sorrow they leave behind. The outpouring of sympathy on his loss is certainly an indication you can proudly and confidently say that his indeed was a life well-lived.
Be good, kind and supportive of one another during this time. Cherish the time you have together and love one another with the same love that Richard had for all of you. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared; comfort each of you now and in the days ahead. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all who knew and loved him.

Friday, September 16, 2011