Louisville, KY, Kentucky
By Associated PressDavid Richart, the founding director of Kentucky Youth Advocates who was described as a "tenacious" champion for children, died Sunday at his home in suburban Louisville. He was 63.Richart, who was one of the state's best-known voices on child abuse and juvenile justice issues,...
Read MoreAh David, what a loss. I still see you doing your James Brown impression complete with the towel over your shoulders that you shook off to return to the stage!!!... You gave all in your performance! in life, to kids, to friends! We loved the same people and causes...and you will remain young and happy in my mind for all time. You have earned that! Love always, old friend.
Martha Neff
May 30, 2011 | Allentown, PA
I knew David after he became Director of the Kentucky Youth Advocates while working at the Bellewood Presbyterian Home For Children. All of the children's homes in Kentucky benefited from the wonderful work he was able to do. David leaves a great legacy for all children in the state of Kentucky!
Gary Millwood
May 22, 2011 | Louisville, KY
I was a MSW student---and was so saddened to hear about his passing. He was a wonderful person, and remember his big hearty laugh and his passion for people. There is nothing better! He will be greatly missed. I am positive his ripple effect on families in the Louisville area he has touched, will be ever lasting.
Bridget Sullivan (Pieper)
May 21, 2011 | Cedarburg, WI
David was my professor at Spalding and after I graduated, he was my mentor and friend. David always took the time to respond to a question or to help me connect with other professionals in order to continue my development as a social worker. As I have been reflecting on David's impact on my life this week, I think the most prevalent thought I've had is that I hope that the work I do will someday be considered to be as honorable and important and with as much integrity as David's was. He was...
Annas
May 20, 2011 | Lawrence, KS
Since he lived about 750 miles from his brother and I in New Jersey, I didn't get to see my brother-in-law very often. But visits he made here were special. I found him an open, honest, and caring person. It's wonderful to learn of the many friends and colleagues who loved and admired him, and the widespread impact he had on others. I look forward to meeting many of you. He died knowing he was loved, thanks to the cards, calls, visits, and acts of kindness large and small, as well as the care...
Deirdre Kramer
May 20, 2011 | Somerville, NJ
My abiding memory of David will be from the summer of 1960 - at the shore listening to 'Isty Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini' on his transistor radio . He was my cool older cousin who I so wished I could hang out with.
Andrew Biggin
May 19, 2011 | Philadelphia, PA
Rest in peace, dear David. Thank you for your support and understanding. You were my rock and I will miss you.
Susie
May 19, 2011
I'm sad to learn of the passing of this great Social Work advocate that I have been pleased to be blessed with during our contact over the years. Kim Reynolds
Kim Reynolds
May 19, 2011 | Jamestown, KY
I only knew "Dr. Dave" personally, not professionally, and will miss his keen sense of humor most! Rest in peace, dear friend...
Sandy E.
May 19, 2011 | GA