So very sad to hear of Mr. D's passing.  Many fond memories of him at Bosco.  The one that always comes to mind is him staring at me or one of my classmates and simply stating "Vinegar and Water" with a look of mild disapproval in his face.  IYKYK

44 yrs later still laugh when I think about it.

He will be missed. 

I first met Rick in 1976 when I was a sophomore at Don Bosco Prep.  He was a brand new teacher and I was in his Algebra II class.  He was always kind and went out of his way to make me feel comfortable in a class that was filled with students who played football (and I was not one of them!).  Years later, after becoming a Salesian priest, I returned to DBP to be Coordinator of Youth Ministry (1995-1998), and Director/President (2004-2010).  What a great man to work with!  I will always remember his generosity, his love for the young, and his commitment to the ideals of St.  John Bosco.  May God grant him eternal rest, and may we all remember his great legacy.  

I met Mr. D as my daughters cheer coach at DBP….we stayed in touch via Facebook and became friends. Always the first to respond to a “story “ with a kind word or a  compliment ….I will miss our chats Rick! I know you are reunited with your beloved mother in Heaven. RIP Mr. D

xoxo