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Richard M. "Rick" Blood Jr.
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Rick Blood grew up in Williamsburg, Va., but his heart always belonged to New York City. As a teenager, he hung subway maps on his bedroom wall and played a New York version of Monopoly.
For his 13th birthday, he asked his parents for a trip to the city. He liked it so much that he spent his next three birthdays here. "He always loved subways and trains," said his father, Richard Blood. "He just thought that this would be the place to be."
At 36, Rick Blood had made a place for himself in one of the city's landmarks as an insurance broker at the Aon Corporation. He and his wife, Kris, were raising two children, Michael and Madeline, in Ridgefield, N.J. But every workday, he would eagerly head into the city again. Not even the crowds, the noise and the World Trade Center bombing in 1993 could scare him away.
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Shelle Yoho
September 13, 2024
Rick....I often think about you going from office to office instructing people to get out. We will never forget.
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 11, 2024
Twenty-three years later, it still seems like yesterday. Rest in peace. God bless you, Rick.
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 13, 2023
Seems like forever and like yesterday. Gone way too soon and always missed. RIP, Rick.
Chuck Barraza
September 12, 2023
Thank you for getting me out.
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Shelle Yoho
September 12, 2023
Rick: We will never forget, and you will always be remembered.
Becky Wynne
September 11, 2023
Remembering you today, and wondering what you would look like 22 years later. You were taken too soon and I feel your absence every day, especially today when we have to relive those horrible events. We will never forget❤
Pamm Ferrand
September 11, 2023
Thinking of the Blood family on this day.
Drew DeNardo
September 11, 2023
I did not know Richard Jr., but I worked with Richard Sr. (a.k.a. Dick) at Reuters in Norristown, PA. On the fateful day I was in the kitchen with Dick at work watching the events unfold on TV, when he turned to me and said "My son works there." Up until that moment, the events we were watching seemed surreal. Once he said that, however, I was gutted and honestly I cried. I went to find our VP to send him home. When I think back to September 11, 2001 I think of two moments: standing in the kitchen with Dick, and when I first saw and was able to hold my infant daughter later that afternoon.
Whenever I'm in Ocean City, NJ I stop by the bench in Rich Jr.'s memory and think about the Blood family.
Chuck Barraza
September 13, 2022
God bless you always Rick
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 12, 2022
Seems impossible that it's been 21 years since that horrible day that you were taken from your family and friends. You will always be remembered. Rest in peace.
Del Newberry
September 14, 2021
Thinking of your family today. We will never forget. With love from Texas
Charles Barraza
September 12, 2021
Once again Rick thank you.
Susan Hill Tlusty
September 11, 2021
Thinking of you Rick on this day. Your laugh is unforgettable. I cherish all the great memories at the Fireside and in Richmond esp at the Texas Wisconsin Border with the hot sauce eating contest with Fred. I pray your family is well. Miss you and cheers to a wonderful friend.
Pamela S Ferrand
September 11, 2021
Pamela S Ferrand
September 11, 2021
Pamela S Ferrand
September 11, 2021
Thinking about Ricky and his family. Milton High School, Milton, Georgia.
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 11, 2021
So hard to believe it's been 20 years. Seems like forever and at the same time like yesterday. You are still missed and always will be. Rest in peace.
Clay
September 11, 2021
20 years and still thinking of you ... and your family. You were a great pal at Lafayette and in Fife & Drum. Praying for a glorious reunion for all of us in heaven.
Jessica Ross
September 11, 2021
Rick, I am thinking of you and your family today. Your incredible brother Steve is married to my sister Ranee. You have an amazing family. We will never ever forget you. Rest In Peace and May God Bless you and your family
Shelle Yoho
September 3, 2021
Rick: As we approach 20 years since you left us, I can still picture Kris, you and me on the river tubing trip, eating appetizers after happy hour, and visiting at your house in Baltimore with my Dad before we went to the game. I reconnected with Kris and we exchanged stories of our days with Rick and caught up on the kids. Keep watching over your family and know that you are missed.
Cindy Roe
September 2, 2021
Remembering Richard on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 14, 2020
Still missed and remembered.
Chuck Barraza
September 13, 2020
Well Rick, another year and another thank you for your efforts in getting us out that day. You will always be remembered.
The Kindred Family
December 19, 2019
Our sincere sympathy we send to your family. Daily may God continue to help you cope with such a sad loss. Rick is still sadly missed and will always be fondly remembered.
Shelley Magan
September 12, 2019
Just wanted his family to know that his memorial bench on the Ocean City boardwalk was decorated with love!
Becky Wynne
September 11, 2019
Its been 18 years since weve heard your voice or seen your face, and many of our loved ones have come to join you, but we still feel the void! WE WILL NEVER FORGET! ❤
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 11, 2019
We will always remember. Rest In Peace, Rick.
Chuck Barraza
September 11, 2019
Hard to believe it has been 18 years. Thank you again for getting me out. Lost my wife a few months ago to cancer. Tough day and a tough year.
Shelle Yoho
September 10, 2019
I think of you, Kris and family often. If all of us could meet at Dewey Beach just one more time.
Rebecca Wynne
September 12, 2018
Another year has come and gone and we miss you everyday.
Aloke
September 11, 2018
Read your name at the 9/11 memorial and resolved to remember you. Thinking of you and your family today.
Kim Norris
September 11, 2018
Remembering you today, Ricky, and thinking of your family. RIP
Chuck Barraza
September 11, 2018
Always remembering. Thank you Rick.
Shelle Yoho
September 10, 2018
It is so hard to believe it has been 17 years since time stood still. I can't imagine how Michael and Maddy have grown. I think of all of you often and know that Rick is protecting his family from above.
Del Newberry
January 13, 2018
Praying for your friends and family today. We will never forget. Much love from Texas,
Chuck Barraza
September 25, 2017
Rick
Would love to know what caused you to get us out of that conference room.
Chuck
Becky Wynne
September 11, 2017
Rick I finally got to tell your story today after 16 years! You will never be forgotten!❤ Keep sending the dimes!
Rebecca Wynne
September 12, 2016
Chuck,
Thank you for never forgetting and sharing your gratitude for Rick through these pages. He was taken from us too soon, but his legacy will live on forever through us. God Bless!
Becky Blood Wynne (Rick's sister)
Charles Barraza
September 12, 2016
Gone but never forgotten
It seems like a million years ago when you came into the conference room and said 'we are evacuating" Since we were in an interior room with no windows we were not aware of the first plane hitting Tower One. Through luck or divine intervention I made it to the lobby when the second plane hit.
Thank you
Chuck
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 11, 2016
It's hard to believe it's been 15 years - it seems as if it was only yesterday. God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand.
Becky Wynne
September 15, 2015
Another year has come and gone and you are dearly missed. Thank you for watching over us!
Sandy Leacock
September 11, 2015
I pray that the memories of your son, husband, father, brother will always bring you joy. May he rest in peace.
Shelle (Auteri) Yoho
September 11, 2015
Fourteen years ago today we lost Ricky. I will never forget the time we spent together in DC and Baltimore. Rick was a wonderful husband and friend. I reflect upon our time together and am thankful for the moments we shared. I think of Kris, Michael and Maddie and pray that they will gain strength from the wonderful memories they shared with Rick.
September 3, 2015
To the Blood family, please know how many think of you and your son's legacy. He was an amazing man.
Susan Diamond
Fort Washington, PA
September 12, 2014
Another year. Thanks again
Chuck Barraza
Becky Wynne
September 11, 2014
This day always brings back painful memories but it is for you that we will never forget! Missing you today and always!
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 11, 2014
We will never forget that terrible day 13 years ago when you were lost. We pray that you are resting in peace.
Col Todd Daniel
September 11, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Rick's family and friends, especially today. I came across Rick's bench this summer in Ocean City which led me to discover what a great man Rick was. I was able to sit there and look out at the ocean and read stories of his selflessness and rich life. Please know that we have not forgotten him or anyone who lost their lives 13 years ago today.
Rest in Peace
Jessica Ross
September 12, 2013
I remember us being partners in Ranee & Steve's wedding. I can't believe it's been that long for everyone to not have you around. I pray for your family always.
Chuck Barraza
September 12, 2013
Rick
Thank you again this year and every year for getting us out.
Pamm
September 11, 2013
Thinking of those you left behind and praying for them.
Ricky Wynne
September 11, 2013
I shared your story today in class and my teacher said that I should be really proud of you and what a hero you are. I wish that I got to meet you. I will always think of you.
Love,
Ricky
Duncan Wynne
September 11, 2013
You are so missed & never forgotten in our family! I was just think last month while seating on your bench in Ocean City, NJ; how much the world has changed since that tragic day 12 years ago! Your spirit lives on with us. RIP my brother!
Neal Furgurson
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you, Ricky. Gone too soon. We will never forget.
Becky Wynne
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you with fond memories and missing your smiling face and shoulder to lean on. I love you!
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 11, 2013
Twelve years have passed since that awful day when you were lost. We still grieve for you and always will. May you rest in peace.
Marie Kolls
September 11, 2013
Twelve years later. Has it really been that long? We think of you all day every September 11th and on that day we are very sad. However, most days you cross our mind it is with the wonderful memory of your quick wit, your great laugh...and those damn sticky buns we "had to have" in Ocean City in May of 2001. You are forever missed and loved.
Barbara Boam
June 12, 2013
I walked a mile for you (mile #205) on 4/4/13 as a dedication to your life.
Albert Zelley
September 15, 2012
I too, never met Richard M. Blood, but I know his father well, and want to add my thoughts and wishes. As dispicable as the 9/11 event was, and devastating to all the families involved, I can only hope that somehow it will contribute to the bonding of the diverse groups of the world, not polarize them further. If I had to do it over again, International Relations would be my path.
Gary Blood Jr.
September 11, 2012
God bless you, Rick, and your family. I know they miss you terribly. RIP
Gary Blood Jr.
September 11, 2012
God bless you, Rick, and your family that I know miss you terribly. RIP
Homer Lanier
September 11, 2012
Kris,
Thinking you and your kids on this day. Wishing you peace and love always.
Shelley Magan
September 11, 2012
Greetings to the family and friends of Richard Blood-
Please know that his memorial bench on the Ocean City boardwalk is decorated in flags and red, white and blue. His life and legacy will not be forgotten by the people of Ocean City. I may not have known him, but I will never forget him!
My most sincere sympathy-
[email protected]
Kim Norris
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you and your family who I know miss you terribly. RIP
Becky Wynne
September 11, 2012
Missing you today and everyday! On this beautiful, crisp Tuesday morning, so much like it was 11 years ago, I'm hoping that your soul is at peace. Until we meet again....your loving sister Becky xxx000
Patricia & Charles Barraza
September 11, 2012
Dear Rick Blood's Family,
Another year has gone by but we never forget Rick, we are so grateful for your life, you saved many that fateful day. We shall keep this day as a sacred remembrance of you and what we lost in a moment. ?
We carry on but we never leave you behind. Thank you for helping us daily to carry the tears and the sadness in our hearts but still to move forward with strength and determination. God Bless You and your family today and always. Patricia & Charles Barraza
Jodi Ford
September 11, 2012
Thinking of Little Ricky. He is missed every day.
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 10, 2012
Rest in peace, Rick.
HI
September 7, 2012
I NEVER MET RICHARD BIUT LET HIM ALWAYS REST IN PEACE
Jennifer Lent
August 27, 2012
Thinking of you and your family from your neighbors in Williamsburg~
January 30, 2012
To The Family,
I never had the pleasure of meeting Richard M. Blood Jr. but I still would like to offer my deepest thoughts of sympathy to you. In reading the obituary we learn that "Rick" was fascinated with New York City. When the Son of God, Jesus Christ, awakens him from the deep sleep of death, Rick will be fascinated again as he experiences living in a system of things where there will be no terrorist attacks or any evil of any sort. He will have the precious opportunity of being brought to perfection and living forever. As Jesus said, "if we have faith the size of a mustard grain nothing is impossible for us." I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
Ferrand
September 12, 2011
Rest in peace, Rick. We pray for healing for those who love you.
john rorrer
September 11, 2011
may your memory never fade as you are truly an American hero.
Sandy Pressey
September 11, 2011
I send my prayers and blessings and hope this day is filled with laughter, love and beautiful memories of an amazing man.
September 11, 2011
I am sorry that it has taken me 10 years to do this. The pain continues to be as much as it was in the beginning. Rick was a wonderful colleague of mine at Aon and I am sure an even better husband and father. I will never forget him nor the others that were lost.
I pray that our Lord will continue to give you peace and purpose with what you have had to deal with everyday.
Sheena Guerrero
September 11, 2011
To Richard's family. This morning at our church (Solano Calvary Chapel) we were given name tags to wear of those that we lost at 9/11. I was given Richard's name. I came home and got on my computer to find out who he was. Now I have a face and a story to the name I wore today. It made me cry, but filled me with hope and love. To know that he saw others to safety before himself, just humbles me. I reminds me of Jesus and how he put others before His needs. May God watch over all of you, and know that you will see Richard again. God bless you.
Shelley McClure
September 11, 2011
There are no words to write to express my feelings. I know that you were loved by so many and will live forever through them. To your sister Becky, I will always be here for you and our friendship has no bounds. God Bless
Zuniga Family
September 11, 2011
Richard...Us the Zungia family (Rocio, Elda, Yenory) Misss you so much that we cry and pray for you all the time. We wish you would still be here.
Rocio: "Thanks for loving me more then my father. You are so special!" We wish we could see your family again since its been so Long..
Patricia Barraza
September 11, 2011
Seasons change, time passes but what remains the same is your imprint on our hearts. Rest in peace and may God Bless you and your family today on the 10th anniversary of that terrible morning. We remember you today and always...
Patricia & Charles Barraza
Joseph & Linda Hicks
September 11, 2011
On this tenth anniversary of that terrible day when you were taken from your loved ones, may you rest in peace.
The Liebermans
September 11, 2011
Thanks to God for giving Richard the strength to help save the lives of his colleagues.
Cynthia Lieberman
September 11, 2011
We are each of us angels with only one wing, to fly we need only embrace each other. ~ Source Unknown ~
Dear family and loved ones of Richard M. Blood Jr.
At the end of mass yesterday at St. Eudes catholic church in Chatsworth, California, the parish gave out wristbands of each of the names of the victims from 9/11, and we were asked to especially pray for the name we drew. I drew Richard's name abd am wearing the band today and praying for you and yours, wishing you peace and comfort. God Bless you now and always.
September 11, 2011
Rick
Thanks again for the lives you saved by getting us out of the conference room.
Chuck Barraza, Allianz Insurance Company
September 9, 2011
Again remembering my cousin, Ricky. Remembering the fun times when we were young...birthdays, holidays, peg leg pete races... I am sad not to know you as a man, but I know I would be proud. Prayers go out to all your family. - Pam Blood Morgan
Jessica Ross
September 9, 2011
Rick, I hope you remember, i'm Ranee's sister Jessica. I had the pleasure of meeting You, Kris, Michael and Maddie at Steve and Ranee's wedding in KC. You are always thought of, missed, loved, and never ever forgotten by all who know and love you. You are a hero, in every way. You were a good man who always loved life to the fullest, you have a beautiful, amazing family. Much love to you, and we shall never forget you, Rick. God Bless you, and your amazing family forever.
Taylor Wynne
October 14, 2010
Dear Uncle Ricky,
You are an inspiration for all of us. I hope that I will lead a life as good as yours and be remembered with as much respect as you are. I love to find a dime because I know you are watching over me.
I love and miss you.
Love,
Your niece,
Taylor
Ricky Wynne
October 14, 2010
Dear Uncle Ricky,
If I had one wish it would be to have a moment with you. I wish I had met you but my mom tells me all about you. Grampa gave me some of your coins that I will treasure forever. I also find the dimes you leave me alot. I pray for you every night!
Love,
Your nephew,
Ricky Wynne
October 14, 2010
with love michael and maddie
Pamm
September 13, 2010
Remembering you and those who love you.
Mark
September 12, 2010
Yesterday and the day before, my son reports that the Colonial Williamsburg Fifes & Drums played the tune you composed, "Adjutant Drummer", in your honor during 9/11 remembrance ceremonies here.
I have no doubt that the values you gained through Fifes & Drums shaped the fine person you became, as it has done for my boys.
I am so sorry that my sons will never meet you at the annual Drummer's Call reunion of alumni. You will not be forgotten by the Corps.
God bless you, your family, and friends.
Jodi
September 11, 2010
Thinking of you and remembering what a great person you were. Prayers to you and your family. You are loved and missed every day. Your cousin- Jodi
Patricia Barraza
September 11, 2010
Today, a day very much like that Tuesday nine years ago we are remembering you with love. Keeping your memory forever in our hearts and praying for you, your family and friends.
Patricia and Charles Barraza
Leonard and Pamm Ferrand
September 11, 2009
Thinking of you on this day. Blessings and prayers are with you all.
JR
September 11, 2009
You were a kind and gentle man, Rick.
Sandy Pressey
July 29, 2009
Dear Kris,
I am truly sorry to be sending this so late. I only just heard from Aimee Kolls a few days ago. We all played basketball at Va Tech - with Chis and Toni, also - and I have such fond memories of Rick. One of the few honest to goodness nice guys in world. I am genuinely happy for the time you and your lovely children had with him and immeasurably saddened that it was not longer. You are in my prayers. Warmest, Sandy
Christine McKinzy
March 30, 2009
I will never forget Rick i remember meeting him at his brother's wedding in Kansas City, it will never be the same without him, nut he will always be in our hearts, I will always pray for you and your children.
Pamm
September 11, 2008
May God bring your family peace.
Patricia & Charles Barraza
September 11, 2008
Remembering you as our hero on this sad anniversary. God Bless you and your family today and always.
Patricia & Chuck Barraza
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