Add a Memory
Make a Donation
John Rich Obituary
Rich also won an Emmy for "The Dick Van Dyke Show."
Directors Guild of America spokeswoman Sahar Moridani tells the Los Angeles Times (http://lat.ms/yg21r5 ) that Rich died Sunday morning at his Los Angeles home after a brief illness. No other details were released.
His 50-year Hollywood career included "I Married Joan," ''Our Miss Brooks," ''Gunsmoke" and "Bonanza." He also directed episodes or pilots of "The Twilight Zone," ''Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.," ''Gilligan's Island," ''The Brady Bunch," ''Maude," ''Good Times," ''The Jeffersons," ''Barney Miller" and "Newhart."
Copyright © 2012 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
19 Entries
February 1, 2012
May the God of all comfort be with you at this time of grief. May all John's memories stay close to your hearts. Psalms 46:1 Joanna
C. J. Pierce
February 1, 2012
Thank you John Rich for all the wonderful TV hits. I was raised on all of your shows. I enjoyed watching each and everyone of them. My heart and thoughts are with your family. Your with our lord now, and we shall see you again in paradise.
Phillip Acts24:15.
February 1, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 1, 2012
May the God of all comfort be with your family during this difficult time.
slb
How you can show support
Elizabeth Gandy
January 31, 2012
Thank you Mr Rich for making such great tv that will be a forever legacy!!!! Iam forever a Brady Bunch fan!!!!
Brenda Layne
January 31, 2012
What a remarkable man! Rest in peace, John Rich, and may the angels reserve you an area where you can continue to make spirits laugh. You earned those beautiful wings so let them carry you fun places in heaven.
We enjoyed your work for weeks and you will continue to make us laugh for many, many, years. My heart and prayers are with your family during their time of sorrow.
Your writings help me through a most difficult economy. Thank goodness for antenna tv, showing All in The Family, and other sitcoms. We need the laughter because the new TV shows are just not the same. Reality TV is the pitts. You knew how to make us happy and content. Thank you for all you've done.
Brenda Layne/ Wakefield, VA
T B
January 31, 2012
Talented folks like him in TV Land are so rare now. It is hard to lose one of the Greats! Thanks for the awesome laughs and entertainment.
January 31, 2012
He was a great director and a real mensch. I will always remember his generosity to me. Barnet Kellman
January 31, 2012
To the the family of John Rich - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
P.R. Piasecki
January 31, 2012
Laughter doeth the soul like a good medicine...Thanks for all the good times/memories/laughter brought into our home. May the John Rich family accept my deepest & sincerest sympathy in the passing on of this extremely remarkable man. His works will continue to be enjoyed for lifetimes over and over.
Marilynn
January 30, 2012
To the family of Mr. Rich. My heartfelt condolences at this very sad time in your lives. Words can't express the sadness, hurt pain that you're feeling but may our Heavenly Father give you peace and comfort. Very encouraging are the words found at Psalm 147:3- He is healing the broken hearted one's.
D
January 30, 2012
I grew up watching many of the shows Mr. Rich directed and continue to watch re-runs of them today. My sincere condolences to the Rich family for your loss. May you have solace in prayer. Psalms 66:19
January 30, 2012
John has brought much joy and laughter to the lives of millions, he will surely be missed, My prayer is for the grieving family. May the God of comfort Isaiah 51:12 comfort you at this time.
Emma Rich
January 30, 2012
I grew up watching so many of the shows Mr. Rich directed and thought it was cool to see his name on TV because it was also my dad's name. Thoughts and prayers to his family. May he rest in peace.
l p
January 30, 2012
“The hour is coming, and it is now, when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who have given heed [literally, word for word, “the (ones) having heard”] will live.” (Joh 5:25,
Cathy Porter
January 30, 2012
To the family of Mr. Rich, so very sorry about your loss. I Watched all those shows growing up, and still watching the reruns of the ones that are on, and have some on DVD's Those are the shows from the good old days! You could see them over and over then, and they made me laugh,and they still make me laugh today!!! Thank God for people like him! May he rest in peace, and keep on laughing!!!
January 30, 2012
TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS,I EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT AND PAINFUL TIME.PLEASE FIND COMFORT AT DANIEL 12:2.AW.HOUSTON,TX.
Terri
January 30, 2012
I remember watching some of his shows as a child & as an adult reruns. Such a shame. Well he'll be directing some of the bes up in Actor Heven. RIP Mr. Rich. May your family recall all the good times they had with you & story's I'm sure he told about who he directed.
Scott Chamberland
January 30, 2012
Rest in Peace
Showing 1 - 19 of 19 results
Make a Donation
in John Rich's name
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Rich's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read moreMore ways to support the family
Visit the Sympathy Shop
Sponsored