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Margaret Nagle
May 16, 2023
I met Richard in the elevator of the John Adams building in New York City and we discovered we lived on the same floor. He was unfailingly kind and always entertained by the adventures of my early career and those of my roommate Robyn who was in law school. He was always there like a big brother and to make us laugh. I saw his name in an old address book and looked him up and discovered his passing. What a lovely man whose generosity of spirit touched so many. My condolences to his wife and children. He was a lovely man.
Constantine Fotopoulos
December 8, 2020
Richard and his father were always there to lend a hand. They are both still missed.
T.K. Chang
December 7, 2020
Richard was a great friend from both Harvard College and also Harvard Law School, where we were both in the same Section during our 1L first year, during which we were practically inseparable.
Becky Bigio
April 1, 2019
Thoughts, love and prayers .
Richard, will always be our guiding light . Love, gratitude
and inspiration lives on .
Becky Bigio
BCGN /Hands On .
Marc Friedlander
March 31, 2019
Think about you every day.....
Carrie Armus
February 10, 2015
Although yesterday was the 1-year anniversary of losing you, we still remain so sad. Your're forever in our thoughts, prayers, hearts & of course, our toasts. We'll raise a glass to you Thursday night. You're missed everyday. My father & you define blessings. Much love & thank you for all of the joy you brought into the lives of all that knew you.
Beirne Family
February 8, 2015
Richard, we know you are watching over us. It is hard to believe that it is a year since you are gone from us. Thinking of some of the fun things we have done and happy times we were lucky to have shared. Memories of you always put a smile on our faces. You will never be forgotten. We love you always!
Davis Stowell
November 8, 2014
As part of the 40th reunion activities of the Pelham Memorial High School Class of 1974, about 25 classmates and some 15 others recently gathered around a newly planted cherry blossom tree on the high school grounds at the corner of Corlies Avenue and Franklin Place. A bronze plaque set at the foot of the tree reads, “Dedicated October 25, 2014 by the PMHS Class of 1974 in memory of our classmates who will be with us always in spirit.” One of our classmates, an ordained minister, read the names of the 18 of our 240 classmates who departed way too early. After each name was spoken, a member of the class or a surviving family member placed a red rose at the foot of the tree. I had the honor and privilege of placing the rose after your name was spoken. Even for those of our classmates who did not know you in school as well as did I, you remain with us always in spirit.
Maureen Gunn
November 7, 2014
It has been almost 9 months since your untimely passing and the grief is still raw. You would have turned 58 on 11/03/14, gone much too soon. Richard you will always be remembered as a man of integrity, honor, intelligence and great wit. Rest in peace my dear brother-in-law and friend and know we will continue to support your loving wife Kathleen, your beautiful Hope and your wonderful son Tom as they forever mourn your loss. I will always remember you and smile, you made the world a better place to be!
Carrie Armus
April 3, 2014
There are no words. My sweet father is holding Richard close now. They're watching over us together. My heart is broken for you as I'm unable to touch the depth of your pain. How we love your family as all of you are part of ours now & always. He was a true blessing. Many hugs.
March 10, 2014
Harold, I was very shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of your son Richard. My deepest condolences to you and your family on this untimely loss. Mark Siesel
Constantine Fotopoulos
March 6, 2014
No words could describe what you must be feeling. My deepest condolences and my prayers go out to you.
Maggie Lane
February 28, 2014
Richard, my trusted brother in law and husband to my beautiful sister, Kathleen, wonderful father to Thomas and Hope. We miss you so much and are left bereft without you. I hold all our memories in my heart where they will stay. I can still hear your voice advising me. Thanks for sharing your brilliance with the world and making my life better because of it. Hastings sends his love to you in heaven.
Joel Zuckerberg
February 17, 2014
Dear Harold & family:
I am so sorry for your loss.
May your memories & love of Richard comfort you
February 16, 2014
So sorry to hear about Richard's passing. A dear and trusted attorney who has helped so many. We mourn his passing and pray for his family.
Judge Nelson Roman and Carol Robles Roman
February 16, 2014
We were shocked and saddened to hear of this tragedy. May G-d ease the pain we know you and Sally are feeling
Jay and Beverly Shulman
Larry and Elana Schachner
February 16, 2014
we were shocked and saddened to learn of this terrible loss.our sympathies go out to Harold,Sally and the entire family.Richard was a mensch in every way.
Anthony Mercorella
February 15, 2014
Dear Saly ,Harold and the entire Weisman family we share your pain .Richard was an exceptional human being and we cherish his memory. Maria and Tony Mercorella
Steven Schorr
February 15, 2014
I was so saddened to learn of Richard's passing. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. May they find peace and solace in knowing how many lives Richard touched with his extraordinary talents: his brilliant mind, incisive writing and incomparable sense of humor. My many fond memories of our days together at the Crimson, HLS and in NYC make me realize now how fortunate I was to have shared those times with him.
Annette & Joe Irom
February 14, 2014
We are so sorry we can't be with you during this horrible time. Our thoughts are with all of you. Richard will always live in our memories and the hearts of all who knew him.
Love
Annette & Joe
David Hilder
February 14, 2014
Richard was a great writer, editor, teacher and role model for many aspiring journalists at The Harvard Crimson. He was a great friend and colleague. His death is deeply saddening, and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Sarah Harris
February 14, 2014
Richard would stop into the Guardianship Department in the Bronx and say I don't have any work for you guys today I just wanted to stop in to say hello. My condolences to his family
Laura Bisignano
February 14, 2014
May your memories of Richard comfort you during this sad time and keep him close to your heart.
So sorry for your loss and know that we are thinking of each of you and keeping you in our prayers.
Gene Grimes
February 14, 2014
Harold, I am devastated that this happened to you and Sally, and Richard's family,and Diane and Carlos. I wish I had been their to embrace you. I love you. My condolences to you and your entire family.
Laura Bisignano
February 14, 2014
My condolences to the Weisman family.
May your memories of Richard comfort you.
Julia Klein
February 14, 2014
Like everyone else, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Richard's passing. I met Richard at the Harvard Crimson when he was a freshman, and we were close for many years. He was a blazingly talented writer and humorist and a loving, insightful friend. Deepest sympathies to his family and friends. It's a terrible loss. None of us who knew him will ever forget him.
February 14, 2014
I have worked with Richard for many years and highly respected his opinion. I have known his father for many more years. He will be truly missed by me. My prayers go out to his family. I am truly sorry for your loss. Harold a special prayer goes out for you too. Sincerely Gail Ricketts
Jerry Stein
February 14, 2014
I've known Richard since I was a little kid but I'll always fondly remember how he counseled me to follow me dreams when I was a first year law school student in search of a summer position. My deepest condolences to the entire Weisman family. All my love, Jerry Stein
Lisa (Reichbach) Rowe
February 14, 2014
I feel like I have known the Weisman family, from old Pelham days, forever. Thinking of Michael, Diane, Sally, and Harold so very much during this time.
Shawn & Michael Simone
February 13, 2014
Our prayers go out to all of you during this very sad time....Mike & I and our girls always enjoyed seeing Richard Kathy, Hope & Thomas. Whenever we would visit with Gary & Liz and they would be there Richard was always joking,and kind hear ted.He will be missed... Peace &love to all of you
Richard H. Dreyfuss
February 13, 2014
Permit me to share the sorrow of Richard's family and close friends for their loss.
Elsie Calderom
February 13, 2014
My deepest condolences to Kathleen, Hope, Thomas, Sally, Harold, Diane and Michael.
Please know that my family is one with you in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts are with you, so are our prayers.
Becky and Joe Bigio
February 13, 2014
A mentor, friend and role model to many. Words can not express how thankful we are for having met you in our journey on Earth. May your spirit soar and may love and mercy escort you through eternity.
Sarah Miles Williams (Gnaedinger)
February 13, 2014
Richard and I were classmates at Pelham High School and at Harvard. I'm stunned and so sad. Such a delightful person gone too soon. It was a privilege to know him. My prayers go out to all of his family.
Laurie Hays
February 13, 2014
I am so, so sorry dear Richard. I laughed and laughed at your jokes back in our crimson days. You were so kind. I will miss you. Harvard 79
Alexandra Korry
February 13, 2014
I'm so very sorry to hear this terrible news. My sincerest condolences. Richard was a wonderful fellow-Crimson traveller. He was brilliant and funny and a complete mensch. I remember many a fun Tommy's run (playing pinball and talking politics). My thoughts go out to his family.
February 13, 2014
We mourn the loss of Richard--the kindest soul, the sharpest wit, a gentleman through and through--and extend our deepest sympathies to the entire Weisman family. Richard's love for his family was obvious, and a blessing to witness all these years. Rest in peace, dear friend. We miss you already.
Peter, Clare and Annie Bevin
Mary Jane Adinolfi-Medlock
February 13, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Weisman family. My heart is aching for your wife, children and parents.. I remember you well in high school... always kind and respectful... a peaceful human being with a great sence of humor. You will be missed more then you know. RIP my high school buddy... You are now in God's hand.
Mary Jane Adinolfi, (Pelham Manor, NY)
PMHS Class of 1974
Laura Levine
February 13, 2014
Absolutely devastating news. Richard was a fellow Harvard Crimson editor and everyone agrees he was the funniest, smartest, and kindest person in the room. Wishing much love and deepest condolences to Kathleen, Thomas, Hope, Michael, Diane, and especially his wonderful parents.
Mary Murray-Jones
February 13, 2014
Words cannot even begin to express my sorrow. Please remember that you are not alone your friends and teachers are always here for you. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time.
Aileen Kilcommns
February 13, 2014
What a stunning loss. Richard was funny, kind, and gentle. It was a privilege to have known him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. They were everything to him.
February 13, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort bring you peace at this time of loss.
Long Island, NY
February 13, 2014
Richard was one of the most gentle, loving person I have met. Whenever Richard and I happened to see each other in Mount Vernon or on Hackley's premises, I usually get a big hug!
My condolences to Kathleen, Hope , Thomas , his parents, Sally and Harold, and siblings. I will keep the family in my prayers.
Marie Ferguson & Amari Sherrill
Davis Stowell
February 12, 2014
Richard was a member of my core circle of friends during high school. The school newspaper, Quiz Bowl, softball at Prospect Hill, ping pong parties, and other activities were all great experiences because of the talent, personalities, and humor of Richard and the others involved. Though Richard and I grew apart during college -- in recent years we both lived in Larchmont, yet saw each other only rarely, at local events or about town -- it is his friendship and humor back in the early 1970's that I remember well. For Kathleen, their children, Mr. and Mrs. Weisman, Diane, and Michael, sincerest condolences, and may your fondest memories of Richard remain with you always and serve to lessen your grief at this particularly difficult time.
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