He seemed like such a kind and admirable person. While I didn’t have the honor of knowing him personally, I’ve heard from Lizzy just how truly special he was. His memory will always stay with you, and I’m confident he is now at peace. Please know that I’m here for you during this difficult time.

My condolences to Randy/Ragu's family. I had the pleasure of working with Randy a few years ago. It didn't take very long for me to warm up to him and his loveable personality. I was happy I would get to see him once a year at least, at work get togethers and catch up and joke around with him. I am grateful to have known Randy and his infectious personality. He taught me a few things, unintentionally, about being humble, patient, and respectful. Rest easy Brother

I had the pleasure of knowing Randy for close to 20 years. We shared a love for sneakers, good food and good humored banter.  We spent several holidays together while he & Lizzy lived in NYC. I can attest to his love for sophisticated cocktails. Whenever I ordered a simple vodka & cranberry juice, he would correct me and tell me that I should be ordering a Cape Cod. We used to laugh every time he corrected me. In fact, he encouraged me to be more sophisticated in all aspects of my life, promising that if I acted as such, I could proudly earn the title of "King of the Gays." His humor was never mean  spirited and I openly welcomed his advice. I will cherish all of my fond memories  with Randy & Lizzy during our many years of friendship. My heart goes out to Lizzy and the rest of Randy's family at this time.  I promise to always raise my "Cape Cod" in Randy's honor.

Respectfully,

Theron L.

I didn't know Randy long.  We were coworkers.  Randy had all his swagger at his desk.  Figurines  - each with a story behind them.   It painted a picture of how unique his life was in it's entirety in the most intriguing way.  Everything had meaning and nothing was wasted.    

I started a hobby on the side, and Randy was such a wealth of knowledge with marketing and branding - encouraging and perspective shifting.  He listened, really listened, to people.  The stories behind his advice gave insight into his life experience.  Only a man engaged with every waking moment in life can really draw the magic from those experiences, and Randy was that man. 

Nothing was ever just black and white.  His stories lingered in my head as he always painted them artistically with his words - a fantastic story teller.  He had the ability to articulate the intricacies of anywhere he visited.  He shared his fascination with places that carried a deep history.  It was a pleasure to listen to his experiences of vacationing with his wife, or how his shoe collection got out of hand in the past.    

As someone who only knew Randy for maybe 6 months, I think it speaks volumes about him and his impact - even the smallest were lasting impressions in a positive way.  He was an inspiration to living life to it's fullest.  I admired him and his ways of maximizing the moment, every moment.  

We are in a trade that turns people into cynics, and this man remained positive - unphased by any kind of negative antics in his environment.  I don't know if I was boring or not, because he made me feel like I was telling the best story in the world.  Sometimes his engagement made whatever I was speaking on better than it was.  Or maybe it was better than I thought because of the way he viewed the world.  He somehow saw the magic I always seemed to miss.  

 A mutual coworker made Tres Leches cake for a potluck, and it was delicious.  Randy went out of his way to approach the guy and compliment the cake.  It was personal and genuine.  He stopped everything he was doing to give Randy this recipe, like a kid showing off in front of his dad - Randy made people feel important by being himself.  These moments rubbed off on everyone else.  

Not many of his coworkers will have the courage to speak to his memory where his family will see.  It feels taboo in it's own way, but everyday he is mentioned in the workplace.  Personally, I think it's important for his family to know he was a stellar human being and everyone loved him.  His fellow coworkers speak to his fun conversations and the joy he brought to work.  It is a pleasure to share the light he sparked and celebrate a man that contributed so much to the world.  Thank you for sharing him with us.