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Matthew Burr
October 11, 2006
Thank you all for leaving your thoughts and memories of Richard. It has meant alot to us as his family, and helped to comfort us, that so many people cared for and loved him.
Adrian Smith
September 26, 2006
I
never met lizard (the name under which I knew the man), but I consider him a close friend. I don't like you not being here one bit my brother, but such is the rules of life and death I suppose. I'll never listen to Mountain Jam by the Allman Bros. without thinking about you brother. Rest easy.
Cara Taylor
September 25, 2006
I never had a chance to meet Richard, or "Lizard," as I knew him from the Ultimatemetal forums. I had hoped one day to meet him and share some good times. He never had anything bad to say about anyone and had a top notch sense of humor. I met my boyfriend Derick on Ultimatemetal, and Richard was always our #1 fan. I'll really miss him and it's very frustrating to know that he's not there in front of his computer at work, making everyone's days a little brighter with his good nature and humor. Me deepest condolences go out to his family and friends, including all of us who only knew him from our computer screens.
Justin Wood
September 25, 2006
Its always hard to say goodbye, but my friend you'll not be forgotten. You were a great man. My God watch over you, and may he watch your family.
Derek Patterson
September 24, 2006
A fine fellow, missed a great deal. Lizard was one of the most affable and well liked people to frequent anywhere.Heartfelt sympathies to the entire Burr family.
Tyler Lindal
September 24, 2006
Although I never had the pleasure to meet Richard, the little of him I was associated with was definately a profound experience. Many sympathies to his family and friends, and RIP.
Josh Phillips
September 24, 2006
I also never had the opportunity to meet Richard out in the real world, yet I still feel great sorrow at his passing. I can really think of no other person anywhere that made me laugh as hard and as consistently as "lizard." His outlook on life was fantastic and his kindness was well known to all of us. The fact that his passing has so greatly affected us acquaintances from all over the world is testament to what a great person he was. I can not even begin to imagine the kind of pain this must cause his family and friends. My thoughts and heartfelt best wishes are with them. Rest in peace friend.
Matthew Giovannetti
September 24, 2006
Though I was never afforded the opportunity to meet this great man in person, his kindness and sense of humour were legendary among those who did know him. My condolences to his friends and family, he will be dearly missed!
Will Bozarth
September 24, 2006
Although I may have not known Rich in person... I'm saddened that I'll never get the chance to meet him. I post on one of the forums that he frequented, and am beyond shocked at this news. My condolences to the entire Burr family, and all of their friends.
Matthew Scarborough
September 24, 2006
Although I never knew Rick personally, his antics were hilarious and his ability to make the worst things in the world and in life seem humorous was one of his greatest virtues. From what I gathered from his stories about himself, he was a stand-up citizen and a good family man.
I will miss him greatly.
My greatest condolences to his family and closest friends for the loss.
Alex Driver
September 24, 2006
Lizard, I spent the past week trying to get in touch with you and wondering where you were. I hope your are dueling alongside your ancestors in Heaven. You'll be missed.
Reuben Poling
September 24, 2006
This is a little odd to write, because I never met Richard in real life - I knew him from an online community of music fans. I don't mean to presume too much by posting here among friends and family who were much closer to him than I.
That said, Richard was was one of the most consistently cheerful, aware and entertaining people in the community, always fun to talk to and full of useful tidbits of information and good stories. It was obvious to all of us that he lived a rich, full life, and he went out of his way to share things he had learned and seen with people all over the world. I always had the deepest respect for him as someone who recognized the value of making connections with other people, and kept his eyes open for all that the world had to offer him.
I can only express my deepest sympathies to the friends and family he left behind, and say that Richard will be remembered in some surprising places for a while to come. He was a remarkable man.
Mark Ellis Taylor
September 23, 2006
I'm another Munich friend of Rick's. Being so loved by some others whom he has never actually met in person is a great testament to his fine character. I will always remember Rick as the intelligent, kind-hearted man of integrity that he was. I can't help but to feel that I lost a big brother.
My heart goes out to Noah, Erica, and the Burr family.
Rick Caffery
September 23, 2006
To Noah, extended family and friends of Rick, my deepest condolences for the loss of this gentle spirit. I got to know Rick well several years ago through the University of Maryland/Munich Campus website message board.
He was a funny, kind and interesting fellow who obviously had a love and appreciation for seeing the best in people.
His hilarious satirical perspective of the world will be sorely missed. I comforted myself this morning by going back and reading many of the emails we exchanged over the years and chuckling through watery eyes over the laughs we shared.
May he rest in peace.
Chrisy Upright
September 22, 2006
Though I never met Rick in person, he was a friend through our ties to Munich and "The Board." Our politics might've been different, but we shared a love of friends and family and books and music as well as a similar upbringing - the mixed-up crazy life of a military brat.
In all the years I knew Rick he was nothing but kind and generous. A true peacemaker.
My most heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends. He will truly be missed by his Munich friends.
“And remember, my sentimental friend, a heart is not judged by how much you love, but how much you are loved by others.” ~ The Wizard of Oz
Joyce Brandon
September 22, 2006
Rick is a friend from Munich Germany....he was one of a kind and his humor and compassion will be missed terribly. My prayers are with his family......may his soul rest in peace.
Chris Collins
September 22, 2006
Rick and I were students together in Munich in the late 70s...we didn't know each other well then, but we connected in the 90s, and he and Noah drove to the DC area for a get-together and stayed with me and my wife for a few days...what a great guy...thoughts and prayers go out to all his family..
Richard, Erica, and Noah--1985
September 13, 2006
Richard as a baby--1959
September 13, 2006
The Burr family as of 1967--Richard is 2nd from right
September 13, 2006
Carlisle High School Senior Photo--1976
September 13, 2006
Lucretia Gatewood
September 13, 2006
I am sorry for your loss and I will keep your family in my prayers.
Denise Pinamonti & Patricia Brown
September 12, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Lori Sevenoff, former HROC employee
September 12, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Richard always brought a smile to my face whenever I saw him. He loved life and it showed! He will truly be missed.
Amelia Brown
September 12, 2006
Richard was a great guy. Who always made me smile. We worked together for many years, and I truly enjoyed our conversations. Erica and Noah my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gloria Milliner
September 12, 2006
To the Richard Burr Family:
Please accept my most sincere condolence on the loss of Richard. He was truly a special sole. He was a great person that we all will truly miss. Please understand that he loved his family and he loved his job, but our Heavenly Father loved him more. He is at peace and his spirit lives on through his work, friends and family.
Lift your heads to the hills from whence cometh our help, our saviour will provide you comfort and solace.
All of us will miss him, his voice, his sense of humor, his spirit and just the Burr-man, himself. He brought a lot and he left a lot....may he rest in peace and his soul be blessed. HROC, CSOC, DHRC, DSCC, DTC and DFAS associates and former colleagues will miss him terribly.
May our Father keep each of you in His good graces forever.
Respectfully,
Gloria J. Milliner
Former co-worker HROC, CSOC and
Currrent DTC associate
Greg Bernard
September 12, 2006
My deepest sympathies to Richard's family. I worked with Richard for 5 years and we became good friends. I will miss him dearly!
Cindy Petrella
September 12, 2006
Richard will be deeply missed. He was our 'voice' on the loudspeakers and always a source of interesting conversation & viewpoints, always good for walk down memory lane about our shared school UNH. He was a unique guy who will be remembered.
Elba Lopez-Parks
September 12, 2006
I will miss Richard. Always made me smile, even now I can’t help but smile when I think of him. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Denise McCutcheon
September 12, 2006
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Burr Family. Richard was one of a kind and one of the funniest, most giving men I have ever known. I will miss him terribly and will never forget him, as I'm sure none of us will. I will miss seeing him around work and passing me on the Center in his good old hooptys. Please know he touched the heart of everyone who knew him. Denise (previous DHRC employee)
Danielle Griffith
September 12, 2006
My deepest sympathy. I will keep you in my prayers.
Karla Jones
September 12, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Kim Roberts
September 12, 2006
To the Burr Family:
Richard was a wonderful individual and he will be missed by all who knew him. He always brought a smile to our faces with this own unique way of doing announcements over the Public Address System. We will miss him tremendously.
Jo Ann Swonger
September 12, 2006
Erica & Noah, I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Richard was a good friend and he will be missed. I pray God will comfort and keep your family.
Brumfield Stephen
September 12, 2006
I would like to extend my condolence to the family.
Cathy Hanes
September 11, 2006
Erica, Noah and the Burr family:
I worked with Richard for many years. He was always extremely pleasant, helpful and always made me laugh. I smile when I think of my friend - 'Burr-man'
He will greatly be missed. Prayers to you and Richard.
Frank Congelio
September 11, 2006
Richard was a great guy and will surely be missed. He was kind to all and had a generous heart. He managed to keep a good sense of humor even when I complicated his life with my numerous PC problems. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Christopher Welch
September 11, 2006
My deepest sympathies to your family. Richard was a good man and a good friend, and I am a better person for having known him.
Rosemarie Collier
September 11, 2006
With my deepest sympathy to the Burr family, you all are in my prayers. EX-Coworker, Rosemarie Collier (RC)
RANDI MATTINGLY
September 11, 2006
With deepest sympathy to the Burr family. Richard always made me smile. He will be sorely missed. You are in our prayers.
Angela Carlson
September 11, 2006
This is a tragedy. Richard was a good person and friend. He will be missed very much.
Alicia Lawton
September 11, 2006
I will miss Richard. He was so good-natured, responsive and supportive to us who worked with him all these years. Please know his family and friends are in my prayers.
Alicia
Karen Davidson
September 11, 2006
Richard had a wonderful sense of humor that I will always remember. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Casey Seebon
September 11, 2006
I worked with Richard for alot of years and got to know him. He was a good man. We laughed and joked alot. That is how I will remember him. This is a sad day. He will be missed.
Jenny Anderson
September 11, 2006
My deepest sympathies at your great loss. Richard and I worked together for years and I will miss him.
Collette Cousins
September 11, 2006
I worked with Richard for just a short time at HROC and he was just a wonderful and happy individual. I will truly miss his sense of humor and smile.
Roger Brown
September 11, 2006
Richard, Thanks for your friendship and sharing of your love for music. I will miss you greatly,
To your family from your co-worker,
Roge'
Darlene Griffin
September 11, 2006
To the Burr family I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.Richard was a sweet person and will be greatly missed.May God bless you.
Ms D
Carol Griffin
September 11, 2006
Just wanted you to know that Richard was a great guy. He lended a helping hand whenever asked. I will miss seeing him around the office.
Jackelin Alamo
September 11, 2006
I want to express my sincere condolence to Erika, Noah and all of Richards family during this time. He will truly be missed.
Deb Metoxen
September 11, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss of a great man.
Brenda Wallace
September 11, 2006
With Deepest Sympathy to the Burr Family
DHRC co Worker Brenda Wallace
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