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for Richard Sadler
Andrea Burkett
July 8, 2008
To the whole Sadler family:
I am so sorry for your loss. My memories of Ricky are over 20 years ago; Jeff and I attended high school together. My most found memories of him are his love of basketball, joking around with Jeff and his love for his parents. Plus, his wonderful smile.
I often think of all of you and never without Ricky included.
Love to you all, Andrea
Sheri Witcher
June 3, 2008
My heart goes out to Rick's family. I did not know Rick but I am a recent young widow of prostate cancer with two beautiful girls. God bless you and may God, family, and friends be a blessing to you during this difficult time.
Angela Clover Milligan
May 29, 2008
I never met Rick, but observed the love of his friends and family and had a brief visit with his sister-in-law one early morning at MD Anderson where my father was also hospitalized. You have been in my thoughts and prayers since we left the hospital.
Rick and his families attended my wedding in 1995. The Whitmires
May 28, 2008
Mary E Kovar
May 28, 2008
Rick, You were always Ricky to me - because I can just hear Aunt Doris saying, "Ricky did this or Ricky and Jeff are doing that." Reading the entries in your Guest Book has only confirmed what I suspected - that I missed a lot by not better knowing you, Jeff and your families. Even though cousins, it was many years ago that we last saw each other. It was at a Kovar reunion and I was asked to give the blessing before sitting down to eat. I wasn't very good at prayers back then, but I stumbled through it. Then Blake announced that he would like to say a blessing. He did. He was like a "pro" and everyone there marveled at his knowledge and love for the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I don't remember how old he was - maybe 9, maybe younger - I don't think Rachel was yet a part of the family. What I do remember is the whole experience, and what awesome parents I thought you and Laura must have been. I see I was right about that. I can't wait to finally get to know you (and laugh at the sense of humor I've been reading about). What a blessing to know that we are a family of believers and will be together again - for eternity! You have passed on the gift of love to all who knew you and you will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
Greg Whitmire
May 27, 2008
First, I would like to offer my sincerest sympathies to Rick's family and friends. I met Rick more than 30 years ago, when I started working with his father, Bob. Back then, there were about 4 or 5 of us working together, and building up the camaraderie that comes when guys get together. Rick and his family always made me feel welcome, and it's one of the qualities that I appreciated about him. He went to college and got married, and I went to both his and his brother's weddings, and they went to mine. There is a picture of Rick and company at my wedding in the photo album, I was so proud to have them there. Through the years, I have rarely Rick angry or lose his cool. A couple of years before he was diagnosed with cancer, he started working with me again, I was so happy to see him back. Rick, I will always remember you, and your family, love, the Whitmires.
Abby & Madonna
May 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Rick wakesurfing on Lake LBJ
May 27, 2008
Rick relaxing on Lake LBJ
May 27, 2008
Iris Poteet
May 27, 2008
We worked together for several years at First Interstate Bank and Coastal Banc. Rick's sharp wit and his devotion to family come first to mind. Blake will remember the "bring your child to work day" he spent with his dad downtown on the 4th floor of the Esperson Building. Blake and his mom and sisters will remain in my prayers for many days to come. Godspeed.
Wade Krueger
May 27, 2008
I worked with Rick for 4 years at Coastal Banc. It was always difficult to be in a bad mood when Rick was around. I know he will be missed by all who knew him.
Steve Sheffield
May 27, 2008
I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Rick. I worked with him at Coastal Banc, and our friendship was one of the most rewarding aspects of the job. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers go out to his family.
Stacey Sadler
May 26, 2008
How do I begin to give tribute to my wonderful brother-in-law? There are not enough words to express the emptiness that we all feel. I developed a special relationship with Rick through the past few years. After he was diagnosed, I became one of his rides to MD Anderson. On those days, the day was devoted to Rick. I cherish those times! He said he was always glad to see MDA in his rearview mirror! However, that was the extent of his complaints! He was a joy to work with at Jeff's office. He thought the way I did and we made a great team.
Jeff and I would wade fish with Rick and when we were beginning to want to give up on the spot, with his silly sense of humor he would say "here fishy fishy fishy, here fishy fishy" to attract the fish!
His love for the Lord grew as his cancer progressed. I so enjoyed listening to all that he was learning about how faithful God could be in the hard times. Rick was also such a great uncle to Zach and Whitney. Zach and Rick had an ongoing battle on the computer "who wants to be a millionaire" game and Whitney loved the way uncle Rick would always try to hug her!
The best way I can honor Rick is to promise him that Jeff and I would take care of Laura, Blake and Rachel and that we will do. We love our family and it will always be that way.
David Emerson
May 26, 2008
Dear Sadler Family and Friends,
None of you know me, but I briefly got to know your Rick after he was diagnosed.
In 2005 I too was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. At the time, I was 42, scared and worried. My wife and I decided to be fighters, like Rick.
Rick called us both on separate occasions back in 2006. We exchanged a few emails over the next few months but I feel bad that I did not do a better job of staying in touch.
The email I received touched me deeply, Rick makes the third prostate cancer 'brother' that God has taken in recent months.
I now pray for Rick's wife, children and extended family. Having read the many entries here, the world has truly lost a wonderful man.
Peace be with Rick and the entire Sadler family.
Barry Sadler
May 26, 2008
Rick was my cousin, and my friend. We were born 2-months apart to a very large, very close family. Rick and I spent a lot of time together as little kids, and we stayed close as we got older. When we got to high school at Westbury, we were in home room together. Everyone knew we were cousins. When I went to college in San Marcos, Rick would come up and stay with me and my brother Danny. I will always remember the time Rick came up to San Marcos for my 21st birthday party. That was February 1981. It was more fun than kids that age should be allowed to have. I'm glad we did it. When Rick was going to school at SFA, I went up to Nacogdoches and stayed with him. Guess what? There was a little fun going on there too. Rick was a great son to Aunt Doris and Uncle Bobby, and he was a great brother to Jeff. Rick and Laura were one of the happiest couples that I knew. He was a fantastic husband to Laura, and a great father to Blake and Rachel. He loved his family! Rick, you were a great cousin and you were my friend. I'm really going to miss you Rick'em. I'll see you in the future, and we'll have fun again!
Ken and Sandy Holland
May 26, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Robert Heller
May 25, 2008
Rick,Greg & I went to a Night Ranger
concert together. He loved being around freinds & acquaintances. Even though this was our only gathering because he shared a little moment of his life with me I will always be greatful and consider him a freind. Your in Heaven now but I will miss you.
Robert...
david goodrum
May 25, 2008
My prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
Gary & Sherry Kovar
May 24, 2008
Our Prayers and thoughts are with the family. Ricky has been released of the pain and suffering he has endured, and now is in Heaven with our Lord. He is a Angel now, watching over his devoted family. He has walked through heaven's gates, and smiling down on each person that touched his life. May God Bless the family, and give them strength to endure their loss.
Jim Batagower
May 24, 2008
I'll always cherish my memories of Rick, playing basketball with him in his parents driveway, the jokes he always had pouring out of him. He will be missed by everyone who has ever met him. My deepest condolences to all his family.
Natosha Jenkins
May 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and i know you will be missed. Mr. Sadler's brother was right he was such a good person. Everytime he was around there was always a positive aura noted. He was a true encouragement in my life and will never be forgotten. I am going to miss you and your family's presence. I am so lucky to have known him.
Debra Ward
May 24, 2008
Some one once told me that people are brought into this Life....
For a Reason..A Season...Or a Lifetime.....I believe among Ricky's Reasons were the people that are left here to go on without him. Aunt Doris and Uncle Bobby....Laura, Rachel and Blake.....Jeff and Stacey...His neices..nephews and all the people that were lucky enough to know him...A Season...Enough to Instill....Love, Pride, Respect and Joy to his family to be passed on for many generations to come. A Lifetime...the eternal horizon. He will be here with everyone for many lifetimes. He lives on through Rachel and Blake. Our hearts are heavy with the grieve of knowing your loss.....and that is where we start.
T.S. Eliot, "Little Giddings, "The Four Quarters
Every phrase and every sentence is an end and a beginning,
Every poem an epitaph. And any action is a step to the block, to the fire, down the sea's throat Or to an illegible stone;and that is where we start.
With my deepest sympathy, Debbie Ward
Kent Johnson
May 24, 2008
I worked with Rick for a while in themortgage banking industry. My thoughts are with your family.
Rodney Walsworth
May 24, 2008
Uncle Bobby, Aunt Doris and Jeff
Laura, Blake and Rachel
I am so sorry.
Ricky was an angel that touched all of our lives.
We were lucky to have known him.
Beverly Arnold
May 24, 2008
Laura, Blake, and especially Rachel,
Please accept my sincere condolences. Rachel, your smile has brightened my day at WCS as I am sure it brightened your dad's day. God and His angels are smiling at your dad for us now.
Much love, Beverly Arnold
Mike White
May 24, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are praying for you in this tough time.
Michael Sammis
May 24, 2008
To the Sadler Family –
I worked with Rick at Coastal Banc prior to leaving Houston in 2000 to move to Dallas. I stayed in contact with Rick every year thru a fantasy football league.
Rick was a great friend and collegue. He provided laughter, insight and wisdom. We shared many a good discussion on family, sports, and work. He always spoke highly of his family, bragging and boasting of his family every chance he could get.
No matter my mood, I could always rely on Rick to provide cheer. He had that special up-lifting, inspiring and ‘shirt off my back’ quality.
Just one short story - I remember I had a lawnmower that was no longer working. I told Rick I was going to buy a new one and throw the broken one away. Rick told me “Don’t throw it out, bring it to work and I will take it home and fix it for You”. I brought it to work one day and gave it to him. Rick said “No I will fix it for you”. I told him No, if you fix it is yours. He tried to pay me for it and I told him “No, you take it. You have provided me with more than enough advice over the years and this is my payment”. Later, I asked him if he repaired the lawnmower and if it was running. Rick told me - Yes. He and his son had fixed the lawnmower. He said it provided an opportunity to work on it with his son and share some advice and mechanic information. That was Rick,,,always giving something! To me, that was payment enough. Every time I talked to Rick I would always ask how ‘my’ lawnmower was running.
He was a great person, colleague, friend and devoted husband and father. We will miss a great person
Thoughts and prayers to your family…
Rick, Laura and Rachel
May 24, 2008
Laura & Tom Mullen
May 24, 2008
We are so sad for the loss of Rick-he is a wonderful guy. I love what you wrote Jeff, it is true, he didn't have a bad word to say. To Laura and all of the family, our hearts and prayers go out to you all. We know it is a huge loss. We are so torn, our kids got out of school and we have a trip with all the kids and grandparents and we cannot change it. We feel awful about missing the serviice. We will be with you all in prayer and in spirit, may God give you peace during this time.
Lynn Taylor
May 23, 2008
What a joy it was to work with Rick. Always a smile and a kind word - he was a true gentleman and a real pleasure to know. To Rick's family - may you sense God's presence and experience the peace and comfort only He can provide during this, your time of need.
Blessings and love, Lynn Taylor
don norris
May 23, 2008
Ricky, my cousin, you were the best of all of us. You will be missed but not forgotten. We love you very much. Laura, Blake, and Rachel GOD BLESS YOU and you know you can call on us anytime. We love you all. Don, Michelle, Stephanie, and Travis.
Sandy DeWitt
May 23, 2008
Our prayers and love are with you. May you feel God's loving arms around you during this painful time.
Cristina Almagro
May 23, 2008
Rick was one of the nicest, most courteous and professional individuals I worked with at Coastal Banc. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
donald norris
May 23, 2008
Rick, your our cousin, and a great guy. You will greatly be missed and will be never forgotten. Laura,Blake and Rachel we love you very much. Call on us anytime. Bless you. Don, Michelle,Stephanie and Travis
jeff sadler
May 23, 2008
Rick (Ricky), He made me and everyone around him laugh. In all my years of knowing Rick did I ever hear him say anything bad about another person. He was the most honest person I knew. He was a man of integrity. He was the kind of person you could count on without fail. Rick did not have to tell you he was a good person or that he was a christian, his words and actions reflected these qualities. Rick was a encourager,a teacher, and a friend to all those around him. To me, Rick was my hero, my best buddy and my best friend in the world, but most of all, he is my big brother. I will miss him so very very much. He and so many cherished memories will live in my heart forever. Jeff
Scott Warner
May 23, 2008
Rick, you will be missed. I am glad to have know you.
Garett Longwell
May 23, 2008
To the Sadler Family:
Those of us who worked with Rick appreciated his genuine friendship. His positive disposition was a joy to be around, even when dealing with a migrane. Rick made a friend of everyone he met. Your loss is shared by all who worked with Rick over his 20 year career and many are saying prayers this morning on your and Rick's behalf.
With sincere condolences,
Garett
Pam Carey
May 23, 2008
Rick, you will be missed. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Greg and Jennifer Arnold
May 23, 2008
Laura, Blake and Rachel -
We are so sorry for your loss - Many things are just not understood but we have to trust God and know that his will is always done.
We love you all very much -
Greg, Jennifer, Autumn, Joshua and Jacob Arnold
The Sadler Clan
May 23, 2008
Rick and Rachel
May 23, 2008
Jeff, Rick and Doris
May 23, 2008
Rick and Laura
May 23, 2008
Sadler clan in Seguin
May 23, 2008
Blakes Graduation
May 23, 2008
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