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Hockey brought him records and rings, but Richard Stewart did not think of those times as his glory days, because he had set his eyes on a new goal after moving to New York. Mr. Stewart, 35, involved himself in St. James Episcopal Church on the Upper East Side, where he lived. He served meals to the homeless on Friday nights and was active in the church's young adult group.
"It was fairly clear to us that Rich was looking for more meaning in his life," said the Rev. Craig Townsend, associate rector of St. James. "Most people here didn't know anything about his being a hockey star."
Mr. Stewart started skating at 4, and by the time he was 16 had set the season record for goals scored at the Upland Country Day School in Kennett Square, Pa., a record that lasted 13 years. He went on to become a part of the St. Lawrence University hockey team that made it to the National Collegiate Athletic Association finals in 1988, and is in the university's hall of fame.
Mr. Stewart remained a hockey fan when he started working as a broker for Cantor Fitzgerald six years ago. He put away his skates, but not the helping hand. "Richie was always helping people, no matter who they were," said his mother, Jean. "He lived a spiritual life and always tried to find the bright side of a situation."
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Steve Goodman
September 11, 2024
Richie, still miss you, still mourn you. I hope your family has found some sort of peace. Miss our lunches together.
Anne Hansell
May 15, 2023
He was my husband's cousin; although I have never met him, my husband (Harry Hansell, Jr) said he was a guy with a good sense of humor.
Mic LeBel
September 11, 2019
Thinking about you today, you are not forgotten my friend.
September 11, 2015
Rest in loving peace Ritchie
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Michelle
September 10, 2014
Richie,
I can not bring up a memory of you without your amazing smile and twinkle in your eye. You always made me feel happy and knew how to make me laugh. I think of you often and wish you and your family much peace and love. You are so missed! xm
Trish (berka) Espinal
June 24, 2012
Sweet Stewie,
With every strum of the Eagles guitar I think of you. So here we are..all of these years later unable to forget your sheepish smile as you walked on the floor (always a wee bit late) your respectful sensitive and gentleman like manner in culture of crazy, your special and admirable relationship with our beloved John Kren, your unbridled enthusiasm for life and unflappable mission to make the most of every after hour. Most of all your unparalleled abd admirable devotion to and love of your mom, your sister her famioy and all of your family.
We know youre are already gone
but still feeling strong
i hear you singing your victory song
So wherever you are..take it to the limit, take it easy and I wish you Peace.
Peaceful easy feelings my friend,
(and bh)
Trish
Ann Moran Brainard
September 14, 2011
Your electric smile and big heart will always be cherished by those fortunate enough to have known you, Stewie! You will live on in our memories and in our hearts.
Preston Ayars
September 12, 2011
I often think of you and your family. I know that all is progressing in their lives, as they live on with you in their hearts. You are missed.
Michele Lombard
September 11, 2011
It's 7:11pm and the sun is starting to set here at the beach...Your Light continues to shine on and although this day ten years after is one that I wish every day of my life could have been different, I hope and I pray that people who knew you will feel peace on this ten year anniversary...I know you are watching over all of us and in the care of the Holy Spirit, Your Smile, Your Sparkling Eyes, Your Wicked Sense of Humor and the Lionhearted You, Smiling and Laughing Always...God Bless You Sweet Angel...
Gregory Kelly '85
September 11, 2011
Richie,
Even though we did not get to know each other well during our years at Lawrenceville, probably because we were always in different dorms, played different sports and never had any classes together that I recall, I find myself often thinking of you and Karen Hagerty, another victim, when I reflect on the 9/11 events from 10 years ago. You both will never be forgotten.
I go to Wrightsville Beach, NC often, and the next time I am there I will drive down to Southport to pay my respects.
May you and Karen rest in peace.
Rich Pizzarro
January 5, 2010
Richie,
I only learned today of your passing.We only met once, and it was at the Philadelphia Spectrum when we competed against one another in the Pepsi Shoot Out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSIxgO6eaJU
I still remember that day like it was yesterday and I know we both had a lot of fun playing in the house the Broad Street Bullies built. That clip has brought a smile to my face as I've watched it numerous times over the years. I'll never look at it quite the same way again, but I will certainly appreciate the fun day we shared even more.
God Bless and you will be missed!
Joyce Pfenning
December 5, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Kristine
May 20, 2008
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Pablo
September 11, 2007
Richie:
Thinking of you today and holding you in our prayers and thoughts. The NPL is not the same without you and G-man. We continue on in your memory and even kicked out the Bingos! Please watch over us.
richard rothenberg
September 11, 2007
Richie... Thinking of you on this day, as usual. It's rare to meet someone with the openess of heart you always had. I work across the street still, and every day I am reminded of my friend...if there is a bank in heaven, it is there to hold the prayers of the living for those that have moved on. Your account is bigger than a private equity bankers...before this August!!! You really missed a fun month my friend! All the best to your family... he was a very very special man. Amen.
susie rust
June 10, 2007
Love you, Richie.
Just want you to know that i think of you often and that you and your family are in my prayers!
Susie
NYC
P Tabbernor
March 22, 2007
In memory....
Team Food
December 27, 2006
Richie:
Your replacement team (FKA) led by Matt, Mott, and Schluter won the NPL this weekend. They upset your old nemesis Team Food. I know you and G-Man enoyed it! We pray for you always!
sandy thompson
September 11, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Phil Pyle, Jr.
September 11, 2006
Thinking about you today and our times playing hockey as kids at Upland - Thinking of you and your family -
m l
February 4, 2005
4 February 2005
Hey There You,
Well, it looks like this book as not seen any visitor comments in a while...guess we have all been busy getting ready for Sunday's Super Bowl...I know that you have been working overtime shining light on the Eagles as they prepare for the big game...I couldn't care less about the 7point spread and underdog ratings...Just happy to see the green and white team wings everywhere and finally a respectable truly entertaining Top Billing Royal Half Time Show by Sir Paul himself...Now for Some Serious Fun with the Media on the Ship of Fools and split screen viewing of Gone With the Wind!!!:)Cheers to you Big GUY!
Michele Lombard
September 11, 2004
Good Morning Richard Stewart,
...It's hard to believe that it's been three years already...and yet time marks this day as such...and as each one of us finds a special way to keep your memory alive in our own deeply personal or shared way...In honor and gratitude for every way you have touched each and every person, no gift too small, just a brilliant gift from the Grace of G-d, you continue to inspire on this and every day, every moment in miraculous grace-filled ways...I thank you.Thank you for the gifts of your awe-inspiring, enduring, special family and dear friends for continuing to keep your spirit and love alive in our hearts, our minds, actions and deeds...Thank you for your compassionate spirit and loving kindness. Thank you.
YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN,
With LOVE and PEACE Today and Everyday,
Michele Lombard
sheila
September 8, 2003
Dear, dear Richie,
I'm on my knees as this most difficult week approaches ... not for you, for we know you are with Him, but for your loving, all-embracing family. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting you, I know the wonderful man you were on earth because I know your wonderful family. First I pray for your sweet sister Susie and her dear husband Martin, then their (growing !!) family. Then I pray for your gracious mother and loving father, who are both still so very, very proud of you. Then for the extended family I had the pleasure of meeting at your namesake's baptism. And each time I held little Richie (the first time when he was only 1 day new :-) I thought of you, and how I wish I'd known you. Whenever we get to the NEW Wilmington we'll hug them all for you, especially Ben who misses Uncle so much, and little Hannah and Richie. God bless your family, and we'll continue to pray for all of them.
Meet you up there,
Michele
September 7, 2003
...another summer season winds down and September's cool breezes inspire me to continue on in spite of myself...thinking about you and hoping that you are smiling up there in heaven...thank you...
Pablo aka Team Food
August 29, 2003
Richie:
We had the FuKu draft last night. You and G-Man were most certainly missed but I'm sure you heard the trash talking even up where you are. We continue on in your honor and hopefully will do so for a long time. Look over us and know that you and G-Man will never be forgotten.
Tim Slaughter
July 5, 2003
No Tiers.....
Tim
Michele Lombard
November 29, 2002
Thank You for Being One of the Best Angels!!! (I can see from Tim's note that he too has been keeping tabs on "Your Eagles"!!!) Thank you as always for keeping us on our toes and sending a smile to my face!!
Tim Slaughter
November 2, 2002
The eagles better keep winning cause I got a lot riding on it! Keep up the good work.
No tiers,
Tim
Kati Leech
September 25, 2002
Richard,
It has been a while I see your mom alot she works right accros the hall from my mom rich I know I am young and we only meet once but I really enjoyed that night at kauniville when you bet me 10 you could get more tickets then me but hey I won Rich your are missed so much save a spot for me
Michele
September 11, 2002
One Year After:
honoring, hoping, dreaming, not sleeping, still not sleeping, finally sleeping but not without much weeping, remembering,sharing, learning, living,laughing,loving, and letting go with love and blessings. Thank you for reinforcing my belief that God does exist not matter what some people may say. God exists, All One! And he/she loves us all Unconditionally, No, Ifs, Ands, or Butts!! Thank you Angel, See You On the Other Side Someday.
Patrick Lackey
September 11, 2002
Rich -
May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sun shine warm upon your face, the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
An Irish Blessing
Pat & Louise
Michele Lombard
July 2, 2002
It's Hard to believe that it's almost "Independence Day" again...it seems like just a minute ago that we were walking down Third Ave sharing a brief minute of freedom and joy and even harder to believe that so much time has passed...This holiday couldn't mean even so much more to me this year as I think about just how important the spirit of Joy and Your Free Spirit mean to me (and all of us who love and miss you much)...So, I set out the Red, White and Blue Hershey's Kisses on the desk as part of my many special little symbolic tributes and hope that the sweetness will brighten even just one person's day like you did for me and every one you met...I imagine and I wonder what fireworks might look like from your place in heaven? Blessings and Love Free Spirited Flying Friend,
Michele
Samuel Williams
July 1, 2002
Richie,
Despite long absences (mostly due to my galavanting around the country), we didn't see one another too often after L'ville, except, of course, at those reunions.
Upon returning to the city you gracefully invited me right in to the people, going-ons, and hockey league. For this I thank you, but more importantly I thank you for being a stand up guy all the time since our days at 10th graders at Lawrenceville.
Miss you all the time (all of us do) and suspect that it'll be that way until we are all reunited once again.
Keep the faith and be sure to take a few front teeth out with powerfully placed slap shots of those who have done this to you and us.
Peace,
Sam
Michele Lombard
June 12, 2002
Hey,
All I am going to say to you right now Big Guy is THANK YOU. Between you and me and for anyone who reads this entry: "The rainbow that I saw when I walked outside in Lincroft today at around 5:20pm or so and last Saturday's Belmont Stakes much desired and prayed for results": I know, I am beginning to understand (ok, just a little, I have more to learn), and I definitely believe. Perhaps you can give Our Lord a Bear Hug for moi?I'm sending one your way..Thanks for the save...In other words, I hear ya Darlin', I hear Ya!!!
And You Are In My Heart too,
Always,
Michele
Michele Lombard
June 3, 2002
Hey There Old Friend,
It rained down on me yesterday while the sun was still shining on one half of the street and as I stood there staring up at the sky searching for the rainbow it reminded me of one day in December that sent you running for a camera to catch the light show as you walked along the Upper East...I remember laughing with you about it later that day and I was wondering,...well now that you're up in Heaven, can you send one my way? Memorial Day weekend barbeques just aren't the same anymore....Missing you and hoping that you are resting peacefully,
Michele
Will Allen
May 29, 2002
Richie,
Even though we saw only each other on ocassion after Lawrenceville, I never felt distance from you or the laughs all of us shared. Your friendship is a comfort, and it always felt like I had seen you just yesterday even when we hadn't talked in months. After 9/11, I saw firsthand how many others feel the same way about you. I know that you are in a better place now, and for that, at least, I am thankful. My heart goes out to the many who are bonded by both their love and mourning of you. You are greatly missed, my friend.
May 9, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN..RICHARD H.STEWART AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS...ST.RICHARD AND ST.JAMES GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Tim Slaughter
April 16, 2002
Fatty,
It has been some time since we last spoke that morning on 9/11. I remember your last words to me like it was yesterday. There has not been a day gone by that I have not thought of you, your friendship, and what you meant to me and to my family. The girls ask if you are an angel, and ask if you are ok. The barney chair sits in Phoebe's room, I read her a book last night with my head rested upon it. I found a picture of you this weekend, and it brought tears to my eyes. You are missed, you are cherished...and I will never forget. Thank you for being there for me all those years, I never knew how much it meant to me - until now.
Peace,
Tim
Laurie Tambasco
March 22, 2002
Rich, I can't believe 12 years have passed since you were in Northern NY. I have many terrific memories! You touched so many lives and you are greatly missed. I will always keep you in my heart and you and your family in my prayers.
Jenifer Smith-Gesell
January 15, 2002
Although I only had the privelage of spending one afternoon with you, it is not a day that will ever be forgotten. Your spirit, genoristiy, love for life, love for your family, and love for God were truly evident, and an inspiration for all. I am blessed to have had that one day, and your memory will always live on in my heart. I pray for you and your family often, and promise to hug and kiss your sweet mother every time I get to see her!!! Thank you for touching my life in the way that you have.
Michele Lombard
January 1, 2002
Richard,
Happy New Year in Heaven. Missing you and waiting in hopeful anticipation...keep the magic alive now that "your" Eagles have clinched their division title and are working towards the playoffs. Hope you enjoy some peace, and perhaps a bourbon soaked stoagie and of course, always love,
Michele
Paul Curran
December 21, 2001
Richie:
We met only once but e-mailed each other often as rivals in the NPL. You and G-Man made a formidable squad with FUKU. Your trash talk was even better than your play. I rue not going to Vegas for the draft to see you again in person but will remember you through the many tales of the Duffy Brothers and others whom were close to you. Your spirit will endure, thus you will always be with us. Save us a rinkside seat up there and keep an eye on us. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Michael McAvoy
December 12, 2001
STEWIE..
It's Mike McAvoy or Mack, Jim Ladleys buddy.
We worked at Lehman together...We both live on the the upper east side
too. I was Jim ladleys best friend.
Every time I saw you.. you had a smile and a kind word. Jimmy appreciated you letting him stay at your place once in awhile and helping him out on the trading desk. Jimmy always had nice things to say about you. You guys are together now, tell Jimbo I said hi! I miss you both.
See you someday. Rangers & Flyers are having good years so far.
GOD Bless and keep you.
Keep smiling and watch out for all of us down here.
Love Mack
Michele Lombard
December 11, 2001
Hey There "Philly Boy",
A year ago you won my heart with your sincerity, your smile and sweet sounding "darling". I never imagined the impact that you would have on me, but as each day passes I am continuously reminded of your strength, courage, devotion, faith and love. I will always cherish our conversations, your words of encouragement, sense of humor and grace. I miss you; even though I know that you are right here in my heart and always will be. Thank you my sweet angel.
Michele
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Tom Krieger, Jr
December 3, 2001
Rich,
Thank you for showing me the meaning of the word "family". I can never say thank you enough for all you did for me to establish Amy and myself in New York. You were, are, and will always be the big brother I never had. Thank you for always looking out for me. The city is so much larger and colder without you here. We miss you dearly, but know we will be reunited one day.
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