Richard T. Lundquist

Dear Lundquist Family,

When Dick came to Western Paper Co. as President and CEO he found a group who needed leadership and a new direction. He provided that with his special people skills and solid knowledge of what made a business prosper. Working for Dick (more with) was very motivational for most of us. One time while in his corner office he asked me if I was familiar with the word "mentor". This was at a time when the term was not expressed too often. In essence he 'was' the...

I am so very sorry to hear about Dick passing. He was one of the best people I've ever known. He was my paper salesman when I worked at Geographics in Blaine. He and I went to lunch every week for years and became quite good friends. He even said a few times that I was like a daughter to him and that meant so much to me. He will truly be missed and every moment I shared with him is treasured deeply.
Deepest condolences,
Dawn Holmes

Dear Lundquist Family,

While we may find solace knowing "Uncle Dick's" suffering has passed, we're now faced with the void we feel in our hearts. A void that may seem immense when you consider how much he did to fill our hearts.

His smile involved his whole face, and it was ever-present. His eyes spoke to you in a gentle, soothing manner, accented by lines of wisdom at their corners. His voice was always reassuring, confident, supportive. I never heard him yell at anyone except...