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Mary Prenney
June 28, 2008
Joan & Andrea,
We can't tell you how shocked we were to hear of Dick's passing. Our family has many fond memories of our
softball outings. Andrea, your dad was a great coach both on and off the field. We know how much you and your mom will miss him. Our love and prayers are with you both.
The Prenney Family
Peter Krasco
June 28, 2008
Joan, You have my deepest condolences for your loss
Susan Lisman
June 27, 2008
Joan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter. Your neighbor and friend, Sue Lisman
Carol James
June 26, 2008
Joan and Andrea,
I recently learned of Dick's passing and am truly sorry for your loss. How odd, but just this past weekend my dad was asking about Dick and did I know if he was still with the railroad. Dick touched the hearts of people far and wide. He will be missed. Take good care of yourselves and each other and let the people around you support you through this great loss. You are in my thoughts. Carol
Dawn Perkins
June 23, 2008
Dear Joan and Andrea (Dre),
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I am sending you love and condolences as big as the state of Texas. I wish I could give you a big hug right now and take all your pain away.
Love and Sincerely,
Dawn and Chris and the Perkins family
Stan Yates
June 23, 2008
Joan,
A long time has passed since I’ve seen you and your family but I have always thought about the time we have gotten together for “the poker party” and target shooting.
Dick was a great friend who has and will always bring a smile to my face when thinking of him.
I am terribly sorry for you and your daughter’s loss.
My deepest Sympathy,
Stan Yates and Family
Kimberly Bowens
June 22, 2008
Dear Joan and Andrea,
I am blessed that I knew Dick, for the short amount of time that I did. What a tremendous loss for you both. If there is anything that I can do, please let me know. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Peace and Love,
Kimberly
Terry Merriman
June 22, 2008
Dear Joan And Andrea,
I am so sorry for your loss. May the support of your family and friends comfort you and help you deal with your pain.
With deepest sympathy,
Terry Merriman
Linda Davola
June 22, 2008
Dear Joan,
I was so saddened to hear of your huge loss. You are such a dear person and I wish you and your daughter did not have to go through this. You are very much in my thoughts.
With all my sympathy and love,
Linda Davola
Sid Bowdidge
June 22, 2008
I was so fortunate to be able to call Dick my best friend. We were twin brothers, as we would call one another. Me at 5'8" and Dick at 6'6". We were once compared to the movie "Twins" with Arnold and Danny DeVito. A great guy, tough on the outside but a marshmallow on the inside. He will be forever missed but never forgotten. My deepest sympathies to Joan and Andrea.
Laurie Luck
June 22, 2008
Joan,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Dick...I can remember Dick's contagious smile during our years in graduate school.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and Andrea during this truly trying time.
Love,
Laurie Luck and Brian Curtin
Cheryl Burns-Mullett
June 22, 2008
Dear Joan;
On behalf of the New England Assembly of Nurse Anesthetists, I want you to know that all of us are thinking of you at this difficult time. You and Andrea are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, The Board of Directors of the New England Assembly of Nurse Anesthetists
Elaine Breslin
June 22, 2008
I was driving home from the supermarket yesterday asking Dick what he knew of the secrets of the universe now and I begged him to send me a sign that things are wonderful in the next life. Within seconds of my request, I saw the most beautiful rainbow straight in front of me on University Ave (not a lovely setting, but he sent it immediately and that was where I was at that moment!) The rainbow came out of the clouds and was very wide, brilliant and very close-up, like I've never seen before. Listen for him, I think Dick is still with us in many ways. My heart still hurts, and it is so uplifting to think he hears us. Love from one of his fellow Breslin Outlaws -- Elaine
Billy Marsden Jr
June 22, 2008
Dick was a great guy to work with. He will be terribly missed by his fellow railroaders. My deepest sympathy to his entire family.
Sharon Greco
June 21, 2008
Joan and Andrea,
I know there is nothing I can say or do to ease your pain. I just want you to know I am here,if you need anything or if you just want to talk.
Love Sharon
Jennifer Naples
June 21, 2008
Joan & Andrea,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please Know my thoughts are with you and your family.
Love, Jenn & James
E. June St. Pierre
June 21, 2008
My Darling Joan,
I attended the board meetingtoday to hear the sad news of your dear husband's passing. Vince and I send our sincere sympathies in his passing. We will always remember your kind words for your wonderful husband. Give our sympathies to your daughter Andrea. we are sending our love and prayers in this hour of sorrow. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Love and prayers June (Edith)
June 21, 2008
Dear Joan and Andrea,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Dick always had a great smile, a good laugh, and a kind word. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Love, Dorothy and Alan DiBenedetto
(North Andover)
Kathy Breslin
June 21, 2008
Joan & Andrea,
With deepest Sympathy during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Kathy & Michael Breslin
Connie Bruno
June 21, 2008
Joan and Andrea,
Dick was a wonderful man, always ready with a smile and a big hug...I'm so glad that I got one of those hugs just 2 weeks ago. We are so sad, our hearts go out to both of you with love and condolences.
Connie & Ricky
Joseph Oser
June 21, 2008
Joanie, I'm so sorry about Dick. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and Andrea. Dickie was a great friend and I will always remember the great times we had in Chicago. Dickie I'll miss you buddy.
Mary Fallica
June 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do to help you both please feel free to call . Love Mary-Nana
Jim Breslin
June 21, 2008
Joan & Andrea: During this time of sorrow with Dick's passing, our family is recalling the fun times with Dick. His big smile, warm laugh and gentle manner will be missed ! Love, Cathy, Jim, Henry ,Tom and let's not forget Dick's buddy Frankie......
Maria Ippolito
June 21, 2008
Dick has been a great friend for 30 years. His smile and laugh could light up a room and I know it lit up our lives. He came to help whenever we needed him without fanfare but with genuine friendship. He loved his family and friends, that was plain to see. We loved him too and we can't imagine this world without him. Our deepest condolences to Joan and Andrea. We are hugging them in our hearts right now.
Love always
Steve and Maria Ippolito
Alan Wright
June 21, 2008
Dear Joan and Andrea,
I was sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Penny sent me an email. We are in Maine baby sitting two of our twelve grandchildren and will not be able to attend the services. May the Lord bring you strength and peace at this time.
Love, Alan
Andrea
June 21, 2008
Dear Joan and Andrea,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May Richard rest in peace and the memories and love of him always remain in your heart and offer you comfort. Sincerely, Andrea Friend
Diane Gobo
June 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Joan and Andrea during this very difficult time. Love, Dean and Diane
Leo J blais
June 21, 2008
It is with great sadness that I hear of Dick's passing. He was one of the best men I knew. I loved him. I'm so sorry Joan and Andrea.
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