Richard Cortez

I'm saddened by your loss. I know that your dad was your hero and a great man who raised four amazing kids. You are his legacy he left the world. Continue to be strong and he will smile down on you with your mom at his side once again.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. You and your siblings were blessed to have had such a wonderful father.

Richard moved to Dallas from Houston when he was employed by the Dept of Defense and worked at DCASPRO TI. He had a great sense of humor and fit in perfectly. We teased him about being spoiled by Esther. He laughed and told stories about not knowing how to cook or do housework. Everyone knew how much he loved Esther and the kids. When he lost Esther...

Wish I could have met him, but I know I've gotten the best introduction to his spirit - you, Christina. Your love for your father was the first impression I got from you and it has been a lasting one.

My sincere condolences to you and your family on your father's passing. What better keepsake for him to offer you all than to remain in your hearts and memory forever. My heart is with you during this time.

Richard, Jr., Leslie, Tina and Angie:

My consolences. How blessed you have all been to have a father who loved you all and your mother the way he did.

Love and Prayers,

Vera and Joseph Calamusa

Dad, I am going to miss you. I could never thank you enough for everything you have do to help support me, Leslie, Angie, and Richard. You were the best father. Love You Always.

I will miss seeing and visiting with your dad "at the corner".