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Whenever I think back to Richard, get a big smile on my face. This is one way his spirit lives through others.
Bob Ackley
May 25, 2019 | Philadelphia, PA | Friend


Woodbury, Minnesota
1947 - 2015
Long time St. Paul resident, poet, writer, photographer, teacher, and editor, passed away peacefully on May 21 in his daughter's home. He is survived by his daughter Rose Solly, granddaughter Macie Moris, and two sisters Rita Solly, and Joan Daly. Richard was born in Cleveland Ohio to Ladimar...
Read MoreWhenever I think back to Richard, get a big smile on my face. This is one way his spirit lives through others.
Bob Ackley
May 25, 2019 | Philadelphia, PA | Friend
Very sad to see this. Richard and I went to high school together in Dutchess County, N.Y. graduating in 1965. Stayed at our home many times when a long weekend was easier coming to Long Island than going to Cleveland.
Joseph Volpi
August 28, 2018 | Summerville, SC
Richard was so wonderful to work with when he was and editor for Hazelden...you will be missed!
Sheila Lindahl
June 02, 2016 | Chicago, IL
Richard had a beautiful, wonderful sensibility.
William Kraemer
July 18, 2015 | Belgrade, MN
I met Richard in August 1981 He had a strong influence on my life. Still sober after all those years
Tim T.
June 11, 2015 | WI
I worked with Richard at Hazelden Publishing for more than six years. I always enjoyed our lunchtime chats and the fun outings we had with our close knit work group. We were so proud of Richard when he earned his master's at Hazelden even after going through illness. I remember him getting the most applause at the ceremony. I am saddened to hear of his passing and will always think of him fondly.
Tracy Lutz
June 05, 2015 | Scandia, MN
Richard and I were friends many years ago. He was smart, gentle, intuitive, generous, kind and had a sharp wit and a wonderful laugh. He loved his daughter more than anything. We have lost a real treasure, but Richard's legacy is rich and enduring. Sorry about your tackle box, my friend.
June 03, 2015
What a wonderful, inspiring man. He will be missed.
Nancy Appel
June 02, 2015
Richard and I shared victories and struggles together. He was always a source of strength in difficult times and a great source of humor in those best of times. He was a groomsman with my son at Julie's and my wedding. We will miss him...many will miss him!
John James
June 02, 2015 | Estero, FL