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RICHARD BAY Obituary
He was loved and respected for his knowledge, loyalty and generosity. He was a mentor to many and will be best remembered for his devotion to his family and friends, his keen wit and sense of humor.
Rick met the love of his life, Jeanne Kirk, while they were in high school and celebrated 43 years of marriage this past June.
Survivors in addition to his devoted wife, Jeanne and his nephew, Larry Kirk are his sisters Connie Cerone with whom he shared a very special relationship, Jeanne Mendel, Lisa DiTomo, Janice Downing, and brother, Thomas Bay; along with brothers and sisters-in-law as well as many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews who have all added so much joy and love to his life.
A life celebration is planned for a future date. Contributions in his memory may be made to Head and Neck Cancer Alliance, PO Box 21688, Charlestown, SC 29413 or at www.headandneck.org
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Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD BAY
Steve P Rogers
November 28, 2024
Wow, it´s been 12 years? Miss you, neighbor! Appreciate you-
Frances Nuelle
November 28, 2023
Jeanne and Larry and the entire Bay Family: Not a month goes by when I don´t think about something Rick taught me or said to make me laugh. He was the most supportive boss I have ever had and i became a better manager for it. My condolences to you as the anniversary of his passing comes around each year at this time.
Frances Nuelle
Louis Goodman
November 28, 2020
Richard (Ricky Bay) was a very close friend of mine up until high school, when we end up in to different high schools and I moved away from West Philly. He was a very good athlete. He was a very loyal friend and was loved by everyone. He had that very magnetic personality. I remember his whole family wonderful people. I think of Ricky often and know that he is in peace.
Lou Goodman
Dean Donato
October 7, 2013
I just heard about Rick's passing at a recent Optometry meeting. I had the pleasure of working with Rick a few years back. There are always a few people in life you do not forget. Rick was a great guy and I will always remember him.
Robert Sherman
December 23, 2012
Dear Connie:
So sorry to hear of your brother, Ricky's demise. I grew up on the same block on Pemberton Street. Ricky was an integral part of my childhood.
May his soul rest-in-peace.
Bob Sherman
December 23, 2012
Dear Connie:
I actually grew up on the same street (Pemberton) as your family. You and I graduated from Bryant School at the same time. I remember Ricky very well. He was an integral part of my childhood memories. May his soul rest--in-- peace.
Bob Sherman
December 17, 2012
Jeanne- you and Rick have been great neighbors to Sally and me, Rick always had a warm hello for us and our dog Maxx as we walked past the house. We are very sorry for your loss.
Sally and Steve Rogers
Harriet Rudolph
December 15, 2012
Dear Connie,
You may not remember me at all but I worked at Chilton while Rick did, but in Plant Accounting.
Rick was in my sixth grade graduation picture from Bryant School at 60th and Cedar Avenues in 1956. I was just looking at that picture only a few short months ago!
Please accept my condolences and extend them to all of the members of your family.
Joyce Adams Ross
December 8, 2012
Dear Jeanne: I am sad to hear of Rick's passing. I had an email today from one of our friends from Bartram who told me the sad news. As you are aware we just had our 50th reunion from Bartram a few weeks ago and we were asking about him. We did not know. Rick and I went from 1st to 12th grade together, Bryant, Sayer and then on to Bartram. We were always in the same home room. I am so sorry for your loss, he was a good guy to grow up with. it sounds like he had a wonderful life with a gratifying career and family. May God Bless you all.
December 8, 2012
Jeanne.....my sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear, sweet husband. I am happy I ran into the two of you on my birthday at La Locanda. I truly received a "gift" that day although at the time, I was unaware. You are fortunate to have had such a wonderful love in your life for so many years. God bless you and your family always.
Peace, Rita Veit
Trish Morris
December 7, 2012
Dear Jeanne, Connie,and Stef T.,
I would like to offer my condolences to you all on the loss of your husband, brother, and uncle.
He was a great guy as everyone has said. He always had a smile on his face, and he took good care of my husband and I, career-wise. We are very appreciative for that, and so sorry for your loss.
December 7, 2012
Dear Jeanne, Connie,and Stef T.,
I would like to offer my condolences to you all on the loss of your husband, brother, and uncle.
He was a great guy as everyone has said. He always had a smile on his face, and he took good care of my husband and I, career-wise. We are grateful for that, and so sorry for your loss.
Paul Karpecki
December 7, 2012
Dear Jeanne. I honestly don't know the words to say that can provide you comfort. Only that we send our love, thoughts and prayers to you. Rick was a great friend, a great man and adored by incredible numbers of people. We celebrate the incredible life of a man of integrity, generosity and kindness. We cherish the many memories with you and Rick that we shared over the years in places like Bermuda. And it was even the little things that made Rick so wonderful. He remembered details that made people feel special, he served peoples needs and get us laughing at events like the SECO dinners. I and my family are grateful that Rick was in our lives and we'll always keep that in our hearts. Right now we also have you close in our hearts and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul, Chandria, Lauren and Paige
December 6, 2012
Jeanne although we never met i heard so many wonderful things about you and the family. Rick was a dear friend and our industry lost one of the good men! He will be missed! Jim Mazzo
Stan Herrin
December 6, 2012
Hi Jeanne, so sorry to hear about Rick. I had the honor of working for Mr. Bay at Chilton during the late 90s. We had a lot of good times and good luck together, and one of my greatest regrets about leaving was parting ways with Rick. He truly was one of the kindest people I've ever had the pleasure to have known. No one understood or related to people better than Rick, and no one was better at caring for relationships. He always went out of his way to help me and he saved my bacon on more than one occasion. Long after I left I received a package of Christmas wrapping paper from Rick every December. I know hundreds of people who can say the same. The world is a poorer place without him. I'll miss him terribly, and I will try to honor him by putting into practice, as best as I can, the lessons he taught me. Thank you for sharing him with us and the very best of luck to you.
John Bee
December 6, 2012
Jeanne. We are so sorry for your loss. Rick was a great guy, and a good friend. He helped us when we were building our company, and his loyalty and insight allowed us to prosper. He was a giver, and was also highly respected in the medical industry. We will miss seeing him at the medical shows. He was one of the really good ones! We offer our most sincere condolences.
Roland (Rollie) Reich
December 5, 2012
Jeanne,
I have known Rick through my work on Jobson's U.S.Pharmacist. Even though our paths intersected only periodically I have witnessed every trait ascribed to him in the prior entries. He was one of the most caring, ethical and professional people anyone could ever hope to know.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Rollie Reich
Lorraine & Jeff Clavner
December 5, 2012
Jeanne,
There are no words to express our sorrow. We will always remember the good times we had through the years. He will be greatly missed.
Lorraine & Jeff
December 5, 2012
Jeanne,
Rickie and I were very good friends as kids. I grew up on the same block as he did in West Philly, Pemeberton Street. He was a good hearted person with many friends. I had not been in contact with him in probably 50 years but obviously from what I have read he had a very enriching life. I am truly sorry for your loss and for the loss of an pal.
All the best,
Lou Goodman
Portsmouth RI
Marge Axelrad
December 5, 2012
Jeanne,
It's very hard to express in words what Rick meant to me and everyone he knew -- and those of us who were lucky enough to work with him. He was a great friend, fun, thoughtful, sharp, elegant, supportive, unique, a mentor and a true leader. I am surely privileged to have known him. My sincerest condolences to you and the family.
December 5, 2012
Jeanne: Although I do not believe we have met I wanted to let you know how much we all loved Rick. I suspect you are hearing the same thing from many of his professional friends. Rick was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He always made sure that everyone around him was comfortable and satisfied before ever thinking of himself. His upbeat personality, charming wit and incredible intellect are among the many character traits we all admired. When Rick was in a room, at a meeting or hosting a dinner you knew it would be fun, upbeat and productive.
I can only imagine how you and the family are feeling in trying to deal with his loss. Please know that many of us grieve with you. We will miss him dearly and one thing is for certain, we are all better for having known him. What an incredible man.
With my deepest sympathies,
Howard Purcell
December 5, 2012
Jeanne,
Beth ,i and the entire Schaeffer family will truly miss Rick so much. Our Prayers are with you. There are so many memories. I will always remember the Hawaii trip when the family bought matching Hawaiian outfits to surprise Rick. My youngest son said Dad why are we doing this and the families response was "Rick ".
Yes RICK
We love you
Jack
Emelda Barea
December 5, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss. I've worked with Rick in Jobson and he was the nicest boss one can ever have. We will all miss him.
Walt Bethke
December 5, 2012
Jeanne,
I worked with Rick at the Review Group here in Newtown Square. He was a great man, with a great sense of humor, and was an engaging mentor for everyone who worked with him. My sincere condolences on your loss.
Tony Guadagnino
December 5, 2012
Rick was my publisher for the last six years, and he was the best in the business. He was kind-hearted, warm, intelligent, funny, and a real gentleman. I am truly honored to have known Rick Bay.
Dawn Celestine
December 5, 2012
It was a great pleasure working with Rick and he will be sorely missed.
Pat Deeney
December 5, 2012
Jeanne, I'm so sad and sorry. Rick, Thanks for the memories and your friendship. You are a gentile giant.
Barb Waddy
December 4, 2012
Dear Jeanne,
My prayers are with you at this saddest of times. I will always remember Rick as a kind man who was never to busy to offer a cheerful greeting. He will be missed by many.
Frances Nuelle
December 4, 2012
Dear Jeanne,
Rick was my "boss" 15+ years ago-- I say "boss" in quotes because he was anything but bossy. He was the best kind of leader, one who made you want to be the best you could be. He motivated with kindness and compassion (the rarest and most treasured type of leader), but had a fiercely competitive and clever side. He amazed me with the loyalty he inspired among those who worked for him and his generosity toward all of us. He was, quite simply, one of a kind. How lucky you were to find lifelong love with this man who adored you so, and who changed so many lives with his leadership, wit and willingness to mentor. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now in your time of grief.
Thomas Kirk
December 4, 2012
Jeanne:
It was an "HONOR" having "RICK" for a
Brother-In-Law. We will miss him very much.
Love, your brother, Tom
Hedda Schupak
December 4, 2012
Rick was a wonderful man and an inspiring manager. I missed him greatly after Chilton disintegrated. My deepest condolences.
Tommy
December 4, 2012
Jeanne,
It was an "HONOR" having "RICK" as a
Brother-In-Law. Will miss him deeply.
Jeff Eisenberg
December 4, 2012
Please accept my condolences for the loss of Rick. In the 15 years I worked at Review of Optometry, I admired how he treated everyone at work with respect, had a great sense of humor and definitely knew how to work a crowd. He will definitely be missed.
Tom Bay
December 4, 2012
Jean, Rick is one of the truly few amazing people we are fortunate to
meet in our lifetime. My sincere condolences on your deep lost.
December 4, 2012
Dear Jeanne,
You and Ricky have both been such a huge part of our lives. We have so many happy memories we will always cherish. The grace and strength the two of you have shown over the last 5 years has left us all in awe. We are here if there's anything at all we can do. Love you! Jen, Ray and girls
Lauren Parker
December 4, 2012
I worked with Rick back when we launched EyeWear Magazine. He was a true mentor to our entire team and we loved him very much! He will be very missed. My deepest condolences.
Lisa. Bernie, Joe & Lou
December 4, 2012
Jeanne - Our hearts break today thinking of the love you and Rick shared and the loss to our family ...xxoo
Fran Georges
December 4, 2012
Jeanne:
I cannot express the deep sadness I feel knowing that Ricky is gone. I can't stop thinking about how much fun we all had over the last 25-30 years spending time together, going on vacations, etc. Things will never be the same without him around. I will truly miss his enthusiasm and zest for life.
December 4, 2012
Jeanne
We are so sorry for your loss. We loved Rick very much.
Linda, Larry & Larry M
Jack Jones
December 4, 2012
Jeanne and Bay family,
Worked with Rick at Chilton for many years. His passion and kindness touched many lives.My sincere condolences.
December 4, 2012
Hello Jeanne, this is Lisa Hagee (Stoshak), I worked for Rick at Chilton/Cahners. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Peg Kendrick
December 4, 2012
Dear Jeanne, How sad that such a lovely
couregeous man has left. The world is a lesser place without dear Rick. His kindness and support was a great joy to all.
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