Miss you brother, sorry we didn't do better by each other

Ricky was 15 when I joined the family by marrying his cousin John. He was a punk kid back then and we didn't see each other much for many years. Generations of family dynamics are always a funny thing. When Aunt Pat went into the hospital I was able to spend a lot of time with Ricky and Misty. It gave us time to talk and share so many family stories. After that I was able to see Ricky as the amazing person he had become. John was able to spend time with Ricky taking care of the farm and just hanging out. I wish that those times were more than the times we didn't see each other. We will forever miss hanging with our funny, smart, kind cousin. Till we see each other again Cuz ♥️

My condolences to Rick’s family. Rick was our neighbor across the street. He was ALWAYS helping me out. One example; My husband was out of town during my last trimester. Rick often would plow the snow off our driveway.   

He was always smiling and chuckling no matter what was going on. After my husband passed, he sent me messages every day. Just so I knew that someone was out there thinking of the kids and me. 

Rick was definitely one of the good guys and I am so extremely saddened for Misty and Skyler. I continue to pray for you girls and remember, 1 day at a time. This new chapter will write itself; let the special moments you all shared be your light and rely on each other always. Love you all. 

I never got a chance to meet your husband. However I can say he married one talented lucky lady! You have shared many wonderful things of you and your husband's memories and with that I feel like I got to know of your husband and see what love you had for eachother. Prayers and condolences to you and your family 

Wr shared many Trick or Treat evenings together. They would bring their daughter over to trick or treat with our boys since our neighborhood was in a better area then their own. My husband Cliff and Rick worked together and became friends which turned into a wonderful friendship. So thankful for that.

So Here’s my story of Rick, We met at The Auto Shop I work at about 2020? He came in for Repairs on his truck and trusted our team to do it For him. when it was done he came to pick it up and was ecstatic with the work we had done, me being the Talker I am and Rick One of the Nicest Guys You could Ever know just had a bond from the Start that how did I know at the time would turn into such a Wonderful Friendship…So Rick goes home the next Day and goes to open his tailgate and the handle pops off in his hand!!!! (We had worked on it) He calls me to let me know and I feel bad about our miss , so I tell him I’ll order a new one and Drive to his house and fix it in his driveway, (the right thing to do)as I pull in to his driveway I’m thinking this guys gonna give it to me! wrong he’s got the grille fired up and burgers and dogs cooking!!!! Oh how I was dreading this drive the night before… And Rick welcomes me like a friend that I’ve known for many years.I made a friend that day and from then on out he would frequently stop at the shop to say hello! He always brought a Goodie whether it be candy,nuggets! A burger or a deal he found at the store. Heck one time(knowing how much I love my Grandaughter) he bought her a bowling game. It’s hard to find Good People Like Rick , Genuine, True to his word and so kind to so many. Rick was An Angel Sent here on earth to spread kindness and Joy, to teach others to be kind and caring. Misty and Rick were always a pleasure to see coming into the shop. God has plans for all of us and his work here on Earth is Done I’ll Guarantee That He has been Promoted in Heaven To Mentor The other Angels. I will definitely miss him but I know he’s watching down over all of us and this is how I get thru. I Miss My Friend  sincerely -Jack Mills

I met Rick while working at Lowe's in Stow nearly 25 years ago.  He's been a cherished friend ever since.  I appreciated  his generosity and dedication to his friends and family.   He was always there to lend an ear or to bring a smile to your face by gifting a trinket.  Recently, he helped make my house a home providing handyman services and friendship to bring warmth to this place.  I will miss him greatly, but am incredibly thankful to have made friends with his wife and daughter.  

Love always, Heather.

My wife and I met Rick and Misty when we moved into the neighborhood. They were very kind to us. Rick always came over to chat and see how we were doing. He would see me having a problem with my lawnmower or my power washer, and unprompted would generously help me fix it.  When we got kids, both he and Misty embraced our kids with love and kindness. My boys loved going over to see what Mr. Rick was working on at his house or to see Misty. We loved him. He was one of the truly genuinely nice people in the world. We will miss him.

I still remember the first time I met Ricky. I was only 16 years old and we had just moved to Akron when my dad retired from the USAF. I went with my dad to purchase a cable for our television and Swan Hardware was the closest hardware store, so we stopped there. I liked Rick immediately. I thought he was so adorable, tall and handsome. He was funny and made me laugh. We flirted a little and then it was time to leave. I didn't really think about him too much after that. Fortunately, my cousin Kimmie was friends with Joe and Mike Motil.  Mike and I started hanging out and one day he told me he wanted me to meet his uncle because he was awesome. We went over to his uncle's house and when Mike knocked, guess who answered! I pointed at Rick and said "Hey, I know you". He laughed and replied "I know you too!".  That was it. Since pretty much that day Rick and I were inseparable. We had our first date at the Arby's at the corner of Arlington and Waterloo. I remember I could barely eat anything I was so nervous. He made fun of me for not ordering anything except a small order of french fries. About 5 months later he proposed to me in the parking lot of Pinky's Ice Cream using his father's class ring. He replaced that with a diamond a few months later. I remember that one too, he proposed all over again in his living room. I spent every day with him and on my 18th birthday moved in to his, now our, house. I didn't need anyone else. The only person I had a desire to be with was him, and I can honestly say that never really changed. That man was my everything. My whole world changed this month. Nothing will will ever be that same for me again and I absolutely hate it. Rick was someone who deserved to live a long and happy life. He didn't deserve to die at 57 years old.