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Thinking of dad today and missing him. Hard to believe it has been 3 years. 
I miss Rick still.  There's a long history.  We met at grade school in Manhattan -- at ages even, probably -- and went on to the same prep school.  So, ten years, at least, of  friendship during  our formative years.  A lot of memories , a lot of laughs.

I still haven't absorbed the loss I feel or the disbelief. Rick was the brightest, wisest, and most authentic guy I knew, a friend since college, and we weaved in and out of each other's lives as seamlessly as possible, always accepting each other's realities.  Rick was always himself; what one saw was who he was. His competencies, confidence, successes, and vulnerabilities made him a giant among men and a hero to humanity. I loved everything about him and 

hold Kathy and his family close in my heart. 

What does it mean-

When a dear friend will no longer be seen-

Time to rethink life how it has been-

So be clear about who what when where and why-

Thank you Rick for the joy you’ve given to us all -

Tears and laughs as we say goodbye.

I met Rick in 1988 when I joined the men’s over 40 softball league  on  a team called THE KIDS. 

He played third base and was always good for a clean single at bat . We played  together for  over 20 years And won a  number of championships.

 I am now in Umpire for that same league, and at the next game, we will share a moment of silence for one of the legends.

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Kathy, I also have a hard time believing that Rick is no longer with us. His smile was captivating. His energy was non-stop, and his mind was compelling. Cherish the fun times you had together. It will be comforting to remember that, together, you created a beautiful family and the boys will keep Rick's spirit alive. Love and a hug to you - Joan Herron 
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