Richard Gordon Appley

Sadly I didn't realize Rick had died until today, when our Christmas card sent to Ludlow, Ma., was returned by the post office. I Googled him, fearing the worst, and my fears were realized. Rick was a great friend back when we were teenagers in 1968-69 and we stayed in touch until about 10 years ago. We met at Grindstone Island in Portland, Ontario back in '68, at a weeklong workshop for high school students seeking a world free from war. Grindstone at that time was owned by the Canadian...

Sincere prayers for the repose of the soul of Rick.He was a good friend with a good listening ear. He loved his family so much, especially Colin. Since I have a grandson the same age,we would often tell stories about them... Sincere sympathy to the whole family.

Rick was a frequent customer at the store that I worked at. He was very kind and always had a good story to share. He loved spending his summers with his grandson Colin. RIP Rick.

I had the opportunity to work with Rick as a Massachusetts Parole Officer. He was a lot of fun and a great guy. Myself and many others from the Massachusetts Parole Board send our condolences.

Rick has been a true and faithful friend to me and my family for nearly 48 years. I cannot express how much he will be missed in all our lives. Rest well, my sweet friend.

I knew Rick for many year's and worked with him at the Worcester, MA UMass Police and he was a part-timer at the Worcester Housing Police Department. Rick was a great person, with a calm heart. Rick you will be missed, rest in peace my friend.