Richard Russell

Jileen, I think about the first time i met you and Richard in Seattle. You were so in love with each other. I think you were shucking oysters and you, Richard, Marlow and I were just walking on railroad ties near the sound. And i remember you two during your last month of pregnancy and how relaxed and happy you were!! I am so sadden to read of Richards passing. Im sending all my love to you and your family. Joan Riley.

Attending concerts and potlucks at the barn, talking story with Ricardo when picking up our kau kau meat share, and shooting the philosophical breeze. Lots of great memories. Mahalo for freely sharing your aloha, and your supportive and encouraging nature. You are a rare bird and we were fortunate to have had you touch our lives.

I met Richard at Stanford in my freshman year. We lived in the same small dormitory and from the first day, Richard stood out. His talents and infectious laugh and smile were memorable and so warm; I remember being a bit lost in the first few weeks as I was very far from home and he reached out to me. Richard was interested even then in organizing gatherings that involved music, food and camaraderie for the dorm and for his smaller group of close friends and these happened informally and...

We are so sorry to hear of Richard´s passing and send our condolences to Jil, Zac and family. We enjoyed being neighbors and friends in West Seattle and having our boys play together. Great memories!

Hi Jil & Zac...so have loved your family. So many wonderful memories...my love to you each. Linda T

So sad to hear. Richard and I became good friends when he was in Seattle. We worked, and played music together before his move to Hawaii. His passing is very hard to comprehend. My heart felt condolences to Jileen and Zac, and anyone else who came in contact with this wonderful man.

Richard gathered our community together in all the best ways. I wish there were more just like him. He was such a loving role model. He always met me with a huge smile. I always felt welcomed. I treasure and keep him close to my heart even more now.