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for Douglas Richman
Jackie
September 21, 2025
Not a day goes by that you are not thought about or talked about, all the love and laughs you gave us are forever in our hearts...I miss you something terrible my sweet Brother....love you forever Bubble Gum, Bubble Yum.....
Love Always, Lynn
September 16, 2025
Love you and miss you, Doug! 17 years and you're in my first thoughts waking and last thought before sleep.
Love you to the moon and back forever.....
xoxoxo
Lynn
September 30, 2024
Doug, we're thinking of you on this day, the day of your birth. The most wonderful gift our family ever received.
We love you and think of you everyday.
You're in our hearts forever.
Love you to the moon and back xoxoxo......
Love ALWAYS
Lynn
September 16, 2024
Another year without you Doug. You're in my thoughts and prayers everyday.
I love you and miss you with all my being. I miss YOU! Your love, laughter and voice.
Love always, to the moon and back forever
Your sister,
and brother in-law,
Lynn & Buddy
xoxoxo......
Lynn
September 30, 2023
We're thinking of you today Doug, on the day you would of turned 53 years old.
You're in our thoughts and prayers everyday.
Love you to the moon and back forever xoxoxo......
Love Always,
Lynn, Buddy and Dad
Lynn
September 16, 2023
I love you and miss you Doug everyday. You are with me always, in my heart. I miss your voice, laugh, and the best hugs. You were the best brother I could ask for. I'll love you until the end of time.
Until we meet again, my beautiful brother.
Love Always xoxoxo.....
Jackie
September 12, 2023
I miss my sweet brother every single day. He was the kindness, most generous and loving person I knew.....the world was a better place when he was here...LOVE YOU BUBBLE GUM, BUBBLE YUM....xoxoxoxo
September 10, 2014
It's still very hard to believe that on Sept 16, 2014 will be 6 very sad years that you were taken away from us - I think of you everyday and wish that I could hold you and give you a big kiss. Miss you so much my dear brother.
Jackie
Your girls - Thinking of you "#1 Heaven Dad"
Lynn Pucillo
June 15, 2014
Fathers Day 2014
Lynn Pucillo
June 15, 2014
May 13, 2014
Today is six years since Mother left us and we started our grieving together - never knowing you would be leaving us four months later. You were the only one to speak at her wake - I was so proud of you! I miss you both so much! Every morning I look up in the sky and say Good Morning. I wish I still felt your presence but that's been a long time now. I know you're looking down watching over Hattie and Mina. They are beatiful girls. Hattie is so like you Doug and Mina looks like Mother. I try to see them as much as possible. Hattie's into horses and art (like her Daddy) and Mina loves sports (soccer) and art as well. So many times I will catch a glimse of you in a look, a smile or their laughter - they are YOU. You are missed by so many Douglas. I will love you forever - to the moon and back...oxoxoxo.........Love Always, Lynn
October 1, 2013
I sang HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you all day yesterday.....and cried and smiled - I miss you something awful. You will always be a huge piece of my heart.
Love you dearly my sweet brother,
Jackie xoxoxoxoxo
September 30, 2013
Yesterday Dad and I went to your grave. As we were leaving a red tailed hawk circled above my car. You would have been 43 today - you are missed every day Doug. We love and miss you so very much my beautiful brother. xoxoxo.............To the moon and back!
September 15, 2013
Tomorrow will be five years since my beautiful brother was taken from us. Dad and I talk of you and Mom every time we are together. We go to your graves often because you've never left our hearts. Time and life goes on but we will never forget YOU. We love you and miss you with all of our being. Until we meet again Doug.
Love Always, xoxoxo..................
September 15, 2013
It is hard to think that my sweet brother left us 5 yrs ago on Sept 16. There isn't a second within a day that I am not thinking of him and how much I miss him and how much I LOVE HIM. He was the brightest spark of life in our family. LOVE YOU SO MUCH BUBBLE GUM BUBBLE YUM.
Your sister, Jackie xoxoxoxoxo
Jackie Olearchik
September 29, 2012
My sweet brother would have celebrated his birthday on Sept 30th. Damn that horrible rare disease that he passed from. We miss you something awful. I love you bubble yum....xoxoxo
Lynn Pucillo
September 16, 2012
Hattie and Mina sending balloons to Daddy. 9/16/12
Jackie Olearchik
September 16, 2012
Today we lost the most wonderful brother, son, friend, husband and father. I still can't believe you are not with us - I talk to you every day and wish with all my heart that you were still with us - I miss my wonderful brother something awful - I doubt that whole in my heart will ever go away - until we meet again - love you a trillion times bubble yum bubble gum. Love you a long, long time.
XOXOXOXO
Your sister
Lynn Pucillo
September 16, 2012
Douglas lived his life with love, laughter, and always a smile that we all miss so much. He touched so many lives and our memories of him will forever be connected. He gave so much and only asked for our love in return.
Your family and friends miss you so much Douglas.
Love Always,
September 15, 2012
Love Always, Lynn
September 15, 2012
Today we went to your grave and stood between you and Mama. We miss you so very much and hope that you know how much you are missed and loved everyday. I love you and miss you with all my being. My beautiful brother. It's been four long years of thinking of you, talking to you and remembering your laugh, your love. You will live in my heart forever, until we meet again. We will never forget you Douglas!
Jackie Olearchik
September 14, 2012
It warms my heart to see that people still remember and miss my beloved brother - we all miss him something awful. Dougie had the best sense of humor anyone could ever have.
Robert Peterson
September 13, 2012
I still cannot believe you are gone, although it has been a long time since we have hung out, you would appear out of nowhere and to say "Hello." I always thought that we would catch up someday. You were really unique and inspirational. Your passing is the cruelest thing I have ever heard, with such a young family and unborn child. I pray for your families strength.
colleen mcmanus
September 13, 2012
This month, I will be going to see my favorite band that Douglas and I saw sooo many times. George Clinton and the P Funk Allstars!!!! Great memories!!! much love Dougie! Colleen
Jackie
October 6, 2011
Just wanted to let you know you're in my thoughts all day long - I miss you so very much. You were the best brother anyone could ever have. Love you so much.
Jackie Olearchik
September 16, 2011
It's been 3 long painful years since we lost my wonderful brother - it has not gotten any easier coping with his passing. I think of you every single day - I miss you bubble yum. xoxoxoxo
Jackie
September 30, 2010
Happy birthday Dougie - we miss you something aweful.
BIG HUGS & KISSES,
Dennis, Jackie, Henry, Laura, Olivia and Isabella.....
Jackie Olearchik
September 30, 2010
Hard to believe my dear brother would have been 40 yrs old today. Life just isn't fair (alot of the time). Instead of planning his big 4-0 birthday we are sad and feeling lost without him. We LOVE and MISS you so much my wonderful brother. Love and kisses bubble yum bubble gum..XOXOXOXOXOXO
Lynn Pucillo
September 30, 2010
Today would have been Doug's birthday. He was truly a gift born into our family 40 years ago. I miss you so much Douglas. I miss your contagious laughter, sweetness and voice that I looked forward to hearing. You are in my thoughts every day and I only hope you can hear me talk to you and continue to watch over all of us that loved you. You are and always will be "my gift".
Love Always,
Gary Walcott
September 18, 2010
We love you and will never forget you Doug. I'm glad I met you.
Jackie Olearchik
September 16, 2010
It has been 2 years to date since we lost my wonderful brother. I still can't believe that he is not with us and I miss him something awful every day. My only wish is to someday know WHY and HOW my wonderful brother developed this awful rare disease. It is the unanswered question we all want answered. Dougie's daughters are growing fast and so beautiful and his wife Linnea has done a wonderful and loving job of raising their daughters all on her own. We miss you so much Dougie. I LOVE YOU FOREVER MORE. Your sister. XOXOO
Mort Richman
August 24, 2010
It's almost two years since your passing and I still can't get used to not seeing you or speaking to you.My world is not the same without you.You live on in my memories and those of our family and your many friends.You were truly one of a kind.God bless you.
Dad
Melissa Phipps
September 15, 2009
Douglas was taken from earth 1 year ago, but I only found out recently. He may have been taken away physically, but he continues to live through everyone that loved him. He lives through butterflies that fly gracefully through the air, through sunflowers that if you look hard enough you can see his face, through his timeless poetry and artwork, and if you listen hard enough especially when you see "leaves dancing" in the trees, through the wind you can hear his contagious laughter, and see his beautiful smile. Thank you for allowing me to know you Doug, for timeless memories, and for influencing my life in so many positive ways.
To Doug's beautiful wife, precious children, amazing sisters, and wonderful father...You are in my thoughts today and always.
Melissa Phipps
Jackie Olearchik
September 13, 2009
On this day last year was the last time I got to see and talk with my brother when he was in the hospital. We were all so hopefully that he was going to pull through this horrid disease - he was next in line to receive a lung transplant but it was not to be. I truly never, ever thought in today's world of medicine that this would happen to my wonderful, happy and healthy brother. Why, why, why DID this happen to him, I ask myself this question every single day. My heart is broken in a million pieces.
I am thankful to have wonderful Linnea and their 2 beautiful girls (Hattie Grace and Mina Rose) to see and hug. I am thankful for the loving in-laws and his many, many friends that loved and care about Dougie.
I am thankful for his close friend Ross who is always there for Linnea (which I know is very hard for him). Ross will always be a huge part of our life.
I am thankful for the years of wonderful memories and happy times I had with my amazing brother - he had the BEST humor and always had us laughing no matter what the subject was.
I miss him something awful and talk to him all the time....
There is no fear in passing for me because I know I will finally be with my beloved brother once again.
I miss you so much Dougie and love you more then anything.
May you always be watching over us (because we need it!!) I love you bubble yum, bubble gum....
Jackie Olearchik
September 13, 2009
It breaks my heart to even write this...a year ago today was the last time I got to visit with my brother in the hospital and talk to him and tell him how much I loved him and I truly, truly thought that he was going to come thru this horrid disease. The next day we were told he was on the lung transplant list and he was next to receive a lung - there was so much hope - then the unthinkable happened - we lost our beloved brother. Life is just so very empty without him here - I miss him more then I could ever image - my heart is shattered in a million pieces - I want my brother back...he had the best humor in the world and all I ever did was laugh around him - we were very close as he was with his sisters.
I have never seen anyone who has sooo many friends that loved him and still find Dougie to be a special part of their lives...he was a remarkable person we all miss and love so much.
I am grateful that he has his wonderful wife Linnea and their beautiful 2 daughters to hug and be with and I am grateful for his in-laws who also loved him so much.
Dougie will never, ever be gone for any of us - thank you all for your love.
Love, hugs, and kisses from your older sister - bubble yum bubble gum...xoxoxoox
Eric Marchese
September 12, 2009
There is no replacing the warm, kind, gregarious, generous spirit that was my cousin Doug. We only spent a few hours visiting while I was in Boston a few years back, but it was a visit I'll never forget. What a wonderful and truly extraordinary person the world has lost.
My love and best wishes to Linnea, the two little ones, and Doug's beloved dad Mort.
Gary Walcott
August 9, 2009
The world truly has lost a great person. We never said much more to each other than hello Doug but I realized that you were a good friend. I am so thankful that my life was graced with your presence. We love you and always will love you Doug. Goodbye.
Melissa Phipps (Walcott)
August 8, 2009
I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I was a friend of Doug's when he lived in Bridgewater. I feel that I am so lucky to have known him. I have never met anyone like him. His smile and laughter were contagious. He is a remarkable soul and one that will never be forgotten. If you or your family need anything, please contact me.
Lynn Pucillo
April 16, 2009
Today my brother and best friend has been gone for seven months. I think of him every day - so many memories to go over in my head and question why he was taken from us. I miss his smile, laughter, daily phone calls, weekend visits, and just knowing he's there. He was such a wonderful part of my day that I looked forward to. I thank God for all of his friends that have continued to be there for his family and my wonderful sister-in-law Linnea. I continue to see Linnea, Hattie and Mina every weekend which is something that keeps me strong for my beautiful brother who will live in my heart forever and always.
I love you and miss you Douglas!
Julie Frizelle
January 28, 2009
When I think of Doug I think of his smile and his laugh. He had an energy about him that exists nowhere else. His creative and sensitive heart will always be an inspiration to me. The world has lost a great person.
Jackie Olearchik
November 6, 2008
Dear Phi Omega Tao Group,
Thank you so much for sponsoring my brothers memories until 2009 in this lovely guest book. I can't believe all the hearts that my beloved brother touched while he was here with us. I still can't believe he's not here and my heart aches for him everyday every moment. His second daughter Mina Rose was just born and she looks just like Dougie when he was a baby. I can't even begin to express my gratitude to everyone who has been a part of my brothers life and memories - you are all very special.
I LOVE YOU DOUGIE....
Jackie
Lynn Pucillo
October 16, 2008
It's been four weeks since my brother, Douglas was taken from us. I miss him so very much but find great peace in talking and seeing my sister-in-law, Linnea and niece, Hattie. In a few weeks we will meet our new niece, Mina Rose, who will bring more love and laughter into our lives and lessen the heartache we all feel losing her Daddy.
I want to thank all the wonderful friends and family who have donated to the Richman Childrens Fund, c/o Natick Federal Savings Bank, 49 Main Street, Natick, MA 01760.
Douglas will live on in all of our hearts and his children will always be a reminder of the wonderful person my brother was and his love for his friends and family.
I love you and miss you so very much, my beautiful brother, who always made me happy and proud to be your sister.
Keith Middlemiss
October 2, 2008
Doug was one of my dearest friends. I met him at Bridgewater State College, I can still visualize his laughter....he was one of the funniest people I have ever met. Not only was he funny but a loving and loyal friend. I moved to California and fell out of touch with many friends including Doug, his friendship remained with me, in form of stories and memories. I recently got back in touch with Doug. I was in Massachusetts a couple years ago and he picked me up at my Parents house....we went for dinner. Before he picked me up, I wondered if it would be awkward, I hadn't really seen or talked to him in years. Our meeting was far from awkward, it felt like we hadn't skipped a beat......It was really great seeing him, I still can't believe it was the last time I would see him. I thought on our meeting and I thought Doug was still one of the funniest, creative people I had ever met......I did notice a change, though....he was a giddy father and husband. His words expressed such love,happiness, and excitement about his budding family, namely Linn and Hattie. My deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. I will miss you Doug! I will never forget you! I Love you, Bro!
Kim Pritchard, RN
October 1, 2008
I wanted to express my sincere sorrow and sympathy to Mr.Richman's family. In the brief time I knew him I was struck by what an exceptional man he was. His love for his family and his positive attitute were again truly exceptional.
Ross York
September 30, 2008
Douglas was my closest friend for sixteen years, and he is a brother to me. I will remember and miss him for the rest of my life. He was blessed to have wonderful family, and to them I offer my deepest sympathy and love.
Jackie
September 30, 2008
Today is Dougie's birthday (September 30th) and we sisters (Jackie, Lynn, Carolyn) miss him something awful. We each have our own silly stories about Doug's birthday's over the years. It still doesn't seem possible that he is not here with us and I don't think it ever will.
We LOVE and miss our Brother more then words could ever say.
Hug and Kisses Bubble Yum......
Your loving Sisters...
Kannan Vembu
September 29, 2008
John,
Our heartfelt condolences and our prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult period. Best wishes as you all move forward.
karen mikoleit
September 24, 2008
I was a neighbor and family friend in Stoughton, Mass many years ago I lost touch with carolyn, dougs sister and through this unfortunate loss carol and I have gotten in touch with eachother once again. I remember Doug as a child-hood friend. My sympathy goes out to his family and close friends. karen Concannon, mikoleit
Al and Jen Clark
September 24, 2008
My deepest condolences to Linnea and your entire family. I remember hanging out with Doug and Kurt on a few occasions and right away thought how Doug was such a great guy. very genuine. He will be missed and if there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to call.
Steve Rubin
September 23, 2008
To my dear Uncle Mort,
My heart and condolences go out to you during this most difficult time. My Doug's legacy live on through his family and children.
colleen mcmanus
September 23, 2008
As an old friend of Dougie, I am in shock and saddness over his passing. He truly was a beautiful, genuine being that will never be forgotten. Until we laugh again Doug.
Loretta Roach
September 23, 2008
My prayers and best wishes are extended to you and your family.
david kline
September 22, 2008
as old friends of the richman family, we
wish to express my deepest sympathy for your recent sadness.
i hope this message helps to ease your sorrow.
david kline,washington,dc
judy kollen, boynton beach , florida
Fraser and Dolores Crofton-Macdonald
September 22, 2008
Our sincere condolences at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Diane Popsuj
September 22, 2008
I wanted to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Camille and Fred Allen
September 22, 2008
John and Peggy,
We offer our sincere condolences for your loss. Doug's passing must be an incredible shock to all of you. Try to remember the good times to help you through this difficult period.
Schuyler Fairfield
September 21, 2008
We wanted to express out sincere sympathy for your loss.
Jordan McInturf
September 21, 2008
We will all miss Doug's kind soul, wit, and friendship. Please know that he will always be with us in our hearts and memories. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
Poh Hui
September 21, 2008
John:
My most sincere condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Poh
Fred and Anne-Mari Paster
September 21, 2008
John,
We were saddened to learn of Doug’s death and want to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. It is always extremely difficult losing a family member, especially at such a young age. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Cari Marchese
September 20, 2008
So sadly-A truly special person is gone from our family- but ever in our hearts.
Love,
Cousins Cari & Mel
Jeffrey Silva
September 20, 2008
Friendships may come and go but the memories throughout those friendships last forever. My thoughts, my prayers and my heart go out to Doug and his family. God Bless.
Isabelle Mercier
September 20, 2008
John
I am writing to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I was so very sad to hear of Doug's tragic passing. I’ll pray God’s comfort for you, your Daughter, your family and Doug's children in these difficult times. May the loving memories of Doug along with our commited support to you and Doug's loved ones ease your sorrow and bring you some comfort. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mairead Van Heest
September 20, 2008
John and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time,
Mairead
Lynn and Buddy Pucillo
September 20, 2008
The day Douglas was born I was blessed with the most wonderful "gift". He was such a loving brother to his three sisters and his brother-in-law's Buddy, Dennis and Tom. I miss him every minute of every day. Douglas was the best husband and father to "his girls". We will miss his funny stories, laughter, hearing his voice and the love he had for life. Hattie Grace and Mina Rose will always be our very special "treasures" that Douglas has left in our loving care. We love you and miss you Douglas. I promise to always love and support your wonderful wife Linnea who was the love of your life.
Love Always,
Jerry Kline
September 19, 2008
As his 5th grade teacher, it was with sadness that I learned of Doug's sudden passing. It sounds like he grew into a wonderful young man. I'm sure he will be sadly missed by all he touched.
Jackie Olearchik
September 19, 2008
My brother was taken from us way too early in his young life. He accomplished much in his life and his family and friends loved him dearly. There are no words that can express our deepest sorrow in losing our wonderful brother who made us "laugh out loud" with his dry sense of humor and loved us as much as we loved him. He was a wonderful Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Uncle, Brother-in-Law and Friend. Doug will always be in our hearts now and forever. I miss you something awful and love you so much.
Your loving sister, Jackie (bubble yum bubble gum)
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Lisa Drapos
September 19, 2008
Doug was a great colleague and a kind soul. We will miss his sense of humor and infectious laugh.
Cindy Bevan-Wilson
September 19, 2008
I am so sorry for your incredible, sudden loss. Sending many thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace to ease your sorrow. May Doug's light shine on you and your children always.
Doug and I went to school (K-12) together. I always remember his kindness and joyfulness.
Brant and Heather Julius
September 19, 2008
Words cannot express the sorrow and grief we feel. Our thoughts, hearts and prayers are with him and his family always. Doug was a great friend and wonderful husband and father. His joyful spirit and smile will always be remembered.
Arijit Bose
September 19, 2008
John, I am so deeply saddened and shocked. Try to remember all the wonderful times you have had with Doug, it will help in some small way to get you through these dark days. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kind regards,
Arijit
Sarah Murphy
September 19, 2008
Doug's friends from Bridgewater State College share your shock and grief. He will be remembered for so many things, but especially his radiant smile. It will remain alive in our hearts forever. It is the only comfort during this difficult time.
Robert Clough
September 19, 2008
On behalf of Dean Wright and the URI College of Engineering please accept our condolences.
Shanan Engle
September 19, 2008
I went to high school with Doug and am so sad to hear of his passing. My heart and prayers are with his family.
Tom Wright
September 19, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. In this time of need family and friends will be there to support you.
Tom Crook
September 18, 2008
I was shocked to hear that Doug passed away. He was a great friend, roommate (late 1990s in Watertown), and co-worker. I wish I could have stayed in touch. I'll remember him always.
Debbie Gould
September 18, 2008
Our hearts are broken, our thoughts & prayers are with you. Chuck & Debbie Gould & the Kimball NY family
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