Richard-Walsh-Obituary

Richard M. Walsh

Norwood

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Longtime resident of Norwood, on August 31, 2008. Employed as a Technical Writer with McKesson in Newton for many years. Member and Lector with St. Catherine of Siena Church in Norwood. Beloved husband of Merrill Walsh of Norwood. Loving and devoted father of Caitlin and Megan Walsh of Norwood....

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Dear Merrill, Caitlin and Meghan, I am so sorry for your loss, Richard was such a wonderful man. I admired him for his courage throughout his illness. He was always so positive. We will miss him terribly at our dental practice. Sincerely, Kelly French

Dear Merrill, Caitlin and Megan,

My heart is saddened to hear of Rick's passing. I am an old friend of Peggy and his Mother, and a fellow cancer patient. I met Rick only once briefly several years ago. After Peggy told me of his illness, I emailed him and we shared some of our experiences and ideas regarding treatments. His faith was so strong and his strength and determination was simply amazing and an inspiration to me. And he loved all of you so much. Peggy told me that his...

Dear Merrill, Caitlin and Megan -

I had only a brief time to know Rick in our department - I'm sorry I didn't have the opportunity to know him better. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you.

I worked with Rick for 9 years at McKesson. He was a man of extraordinary kindness and faith.
His love for his family shined.
We were blessed to have known him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dear Merrill, Caitlin and Megan, Words cannot express our sadness for all of you. Rick knew that his life in heaven was assured and we pray that you can take comfort in that. Rick was a wonderful man, husband and father. He touched so many people in such a positive way. We will keep you in our prayers.
Our best, Michele and Bill, Paul, Melissa and Jonathan Finnell

Rest in peace, Rick.

Love to Merrill, Caitlin and Megan

I worked with Rick many years ago at McCormack and Dodge when he was the proud father of two baby twin girls. He was a very nice person.

My condolences.

Dear Merrill, Cailtin and Megan,
Rick was a great colleague and more importantly a great person.
Having daughters the same age we would touch base about high school and college. His attention and devotion to his family was evident when we spoke. He truly new what was important in life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

The Mulcahey Family

It has been 4 years since I left McKesson, but Rick stands out as one of the finest colleagues with whom I have had the pleasure to work. Tall and proud, quiet demeanor and absolutely professional in his approach to work. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.