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2017
Richard Karron Obituary
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Mary Townsend
February 25, 2019
Always in my heart.
Carole Vilar
March 13, 2017
Dear Judy, I heard of Richie's passing through his old friends and mine, Richie & Anne Colucci. I met Richie through his old friend know as Fish who I was dating and spent summer weekends at their house on Fire Island back in 1970 and became friends with Richie. He was called the "Big Guy" back in those days and his great & talented humor kept all the house guests in Fire Island laughing all summer. He was the MC at his self created Annual Fire Island Academy Awards which were true classics in itself and I hope he told you about them. I also saw him perform at Catch a Rising Star in NYC several times and he was always a great hit and his great humor always filled the room with laughter. Though its been 47 years since I last saw him, he was just that kind if person you can never forget. He was a kind, sweet and caring man and I'm sorry for your loss and for all his family and many friends. He'll be remembered and missed by all that knew him...a very special and unique man. RIP Big Guy. Sincere condolences, Carole Vilar
Sheri Singer
March 8, 2017
Dear Judy,
I remember clearly the day you told me that you had met someone-- and I remember meeting Richie for the first time at the fish restaurant on PCH and adoring him. I also remember being afraid to fly after 9/11 causing us to miss your wedding, which I have always regretted. Steve and I send you enormous hugs and love at this difficult time. I hope you can find some solace in the wonderful life you and Richie built together. Much love, Sheri and Steve
Margie Ford
March 8, 2017
So very sorry for your loss Judy, keeping you in my thoughts.
March 8, 2017
So sorry for your loss Judy, my thoughts are with you. Margie Ford
Joe Costanza
March 8, 2017
Its always sad when we lose one of the good ones. RK was one of the good ones. RIP RK you will be missed.
Joe C.
Lucille & Tom Perrault
March 6, 2017
Judy, you know how much we loved Richie. We will miss his great smile, his fabulous personality and most of all his friendship!! You both have been extended members of our family that we cherish! Love, Lucille & Tommy
March 6, 2017
Judy, you may not remember me but I was fortunate enough to be a part of Richie's 80th birthday party as a guest of my buddy Jeff - I want to say how sorry I am for your loss - Maureen
Brent and Wendy Perrault
March 5, 2017
Dear Judy and Catalina,
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Richie. We are grateful for all of the special times we shared. All of our love to you and we look forward to celebrating Richie's life when we are together again.
Brent, Wendy, Austin and Daniel Perrault
Michael B.
March 5, 2017
Judy, Thank you for your communication with me during this emotional time ! I miss him, but feel that he is still very much alive, only on a different plane of existence. He always insisted that I stay strong and believe in God!! I will continue to honor him whenever carrying the message on the "road of happy destiny!" Thank you for sharing your life with him! His love for you was an inspiration to me! He would always remind me of how blessed I was to have my wife in my life!! You are a blessing to Richie Judy! I hope you will always remember that!! Love, Michael
MATT MASTERMAN
March 4, 2017
Dear Judy, my name is Matt Masterman, Richie became my hero in OA at my first meeting in June 1991. He was the first person to come up to me at the meeting and welcome me as a newcomer. I remembered him from the movie Fatso and was amazed at his weight loss. He carried a well worn big book of AA and encouraged me to get one, which I did and lost 132 lbs in the next year. I lost touch with him when I moved to Florida to help my mom go from her 70's all the way up to 92 yrs of age. Richie's memory will always be with me and my prayers and graititude to him will also be with me everyday of my life. I'm sure you and his family know how much he gave to, and improved the world and it's people with his big heart. My condolences to you and your family. Please tell them how Richie helped me, so long ago, and things he taught me, have helped me have a wonderfully joyous life, including a loving relationship with my partner Wade, for the last 23 yrs. Much love from Florida, Matt Masterman. 561 740 9353 if there is ever anything I can do for you or your family. Matt.
Arlene Garelick
March 4, 2017
All of us in L.A. who knew Richie, are so deeply saddened. Our thoughts and love are with you, Judy. You were such a gift to one another. May Richie's memory be for a blessing, and we all have such wonderful memories. He was a bright light in all of our lives. One day Richie and I discovered that we had lived on exactly the same block in the Bronx, Montgomery Avenue....only not exactly at the same time. We did know some of the same neighborhood characters though!! A very special coincidence. Sending love and prayers to you and all the family.
March 4, 2017
Dear Judy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ritchie was an amazing man, the perfect husband for an amazing woman. He had a personality that was so loving and embracing. I can not imagine how hard this is for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all who loved him.
Sally Wiggin
March 4, 2017
Dear Judy,
Thinking of and praying for you and all the family on this most surreal day. The Covington Townsends are with you in spirit always. LOVE+HUGS,MARY
patrick guy
March 4, 2017
Judy,
Barbara and I would like to add our condolences on the loss of Richie.
My memories of him always bring a smile to my face. No matter the circumstances, although they were almost always positive, he always had had something interesting and fun to add, even if it was only talking football.
We'll keep him and you in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara and Pat Guy
Christt Borst
March 4, 2017
Judy, I am so sorry to hear of Ritchie's passing. He was such a kind man. Hugs and prayers to you and Catalina. Christy and the girls
March 4, 2017
Deepest condolences for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you as you process this end of a chapter of a good life lived. Francine F.
Ron &Marie Dickerson
March 4, 2017
Judy please know that we are thinking of you at this time. Richie was a very special person and we loved having him in our lives.
Ron and Marie Dickerson Mt.Tabor
Cheryl Rhoads
March 3, 2017
Dear Judy, My prayers are with you and Stacy and Gwenn and Mookie and Malyn! Richie made a huge impact in my life and I will be forever grateful! God Bless him and God bless all of you!
John Kiernan
March 3, 2017
Dear Judy -
Everyone here in the program community in L.A. is heartbroken by this news. I hope you are holding up well. I'm sure you'll be hearing from others as I just passed on this information to others in our group.
-- John Kiernan
March 3, 2017
Judy so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers for you and your family. Mary Beth
Dave Simmons
March 3, 2017
Our condolences for your lost.
March 3, 2017
Dearest Judy,
Richie will always be in our hearts and thank you for sharing him with us and allowing us to have such wonderful memories of him.
Love,
Dan and Nancy
Ann & Don Arabian
March 3, 2017
In our hearts, prayers and thoughts, Richie, Judy and their families.
Neal Clarke
March 3, 2017
Judy, My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. He was a wonderful man and I will always recall your wedding that I was honored to be at.
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