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Richard Eschborn Obituary

ESCHBORN - Richard N. Of Holland, NY, July 6, 2008, beloved son of Paul and Kim (Metzger) Eschborn; loving brother of Christopher Eschborn; grandson of Bob and Betty Eschborn, Norm and Marilyn Metzger; dearest boyfriend of Holly Rautenstrauch; also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the F.E. BROWN SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6575 E. Quaker St., Orchard Park (aka Route 20A, 2.3 miles west of Transit Rd.) Services from the funeral home Friday 10 AM. Friends invited.

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Published by Buffalo News from Jul. 9 to Jul. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Darlene & Mike Whitaker

August 3, 2008

Marilyn & Norm, Kim, Paul and Christopher

I was sorry to hear of your loss.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times that were spent together.

Love ya, Your Cousin

Hayley Van Lew

July 22, 2008

Kim, Paul, Chris, and Holly,

I am truly sorry for the pain you have to go through and for your loss. I am here for anything and everything you need. Rich was an amazing cousin, he was here to listen and to share laughs and smiles and i will keep him in my heart always. It is hard not to cry even for me, but we need to try and realize hes still with us and he will be with us forever. There are great memories with Rich and im glad to have them with me always. Rest In Peace Rich.

Kenneth & Renee Kowalczyk

July 17, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time

July 13, 2008

Dear Eschborn Family,

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Richard will always be remembered and you are in the thoughts and prayers of many.

May God be with you.

The Alessi Family

shawn miller

July 12, 2008

sorry to hear about your loss, i worked with rich for a short time at firestone on transit road, he is a great kid.

Mark & Lisa Bufton

July 11, 2008

Paul, Kim, Chris & Holly,
Words can not express the emptiness we are feeling. May the strength we have help us to remember all of the good times we have shared together. There will always be a special place in our hearts for Richard.

Mrs. Kozlowski, Holland H.S.

July 11, 2008

Dear Chris & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. It was a pleasure knowing Rich.

Dawn Collins

July 10, 2008

Dear Kim:
Words can't say how I feel right now..know that I am praying for you and your family.
Love, Dawn in Atlanta

Adam and Janet Finley

July 10, 2008

Kim, Paul, and Family
We were deeply saddened to learn of your son's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jim and Monica Balon

July 10, 2008

Dearest Eschborn family:
Our hearts are broken for you and we are keeping you in prayer.
May the Lord strengthen you and give you His grace.
In His love, the Jim Balon family

Jo & Nick Walker

July 10, 2008

Dear Kim & Paul,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your son Chris, and to all of the rest of your family. Please know that we are thinking of you.

Dolly Romanchuk

July 10, 2008

Kim, Paul and family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. I only wish that you all did not have to endure this pain. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. May god bless you all, and may your son rest peacefully in heaven.

ANN CLARK

July 10, 2008

DEAR PAUL,

I WAS TRYING TO GET OUT OF WORK EARLY TO STOP & GIVE YOU A HUG, BUT I CAN'T MAKE IT.
KNOW THAT YOU & YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY HEART & PRAYERS.
MAY GOD BE WITH ALL OF YOU THRU THIS SAD, SAD TIME.

LOVE, ANNIE

David and Jean Goehle and Family

July 10, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ashley Glover

July 10, 2008

Eschborn Family,
I am so truly sorry for your loss. Rich was an awesome guy, I remember always helping him in history and talking with him in the tons of study halls we had together. Time will heal the hurt, but Rich will never be forgotten. You are all in my thoughts and prayers

Nanette, Chris, Heather and Isabella Andrews

July 10, 2008

Dear Uncle Paul, Aunt Kim and Christopher,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and if there is anything we can do for you let us know. Richard will be missed greatly but remembered fondly. We love you.

Kathy (Hewitt) Neamon

July 10, 2008

Dear Paul, Kim, and Chris,
So sorry to hear your loss of Richard. I remember when he and Jason were in Scouts together. He was a great kid. I lost my stepson nearly 2 years ago, and although the hurting takes a long time to ease, just remember you have the support of family and friends to support you. God bless.

Bill, Carol. Melissa and Andrew Lockwood

July 10, 2008

Dear Holly, Paul, Kim and Chris,
I can't imagine how difficult it must be for all of you right now. When Rich became a part of Holly's life, he became a part of our family. We are all grieving with you and feel privileged to have known him. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

Aunt Carol, Uncle Bill , Missy and A.J.

Mrs. Emma, Mark & Valerie Weinreber

July 10, 2008

Dear Kim and Family,

We can't tell you how sorry we are for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

July 10, 2008

Paul Kim & Christopher,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Frank Young and Family

Karl and Sharon Chodora

July 10, 2008

Dear Paul, Kim and Christopher,
Although words alone cannot lessen the pain of losing your child, please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you all and hoping that in time your wonderful memories of Richard will help lessen the hurt of missing him. Know that your friends are here to lean on and help in any way that we can.
Karl, Sharon Chodora & Family

July 10, 2008

PAUL, KIM, CHRIS, HOLLY
WE WILL MISS RICHARD SO MUCH. WE ALWAYS HAD SO MANY FUN TIMES TOGETHER CAMPFIRES, CAMPING, BEER PUNG AND OUR NEW GAME CAN JAM. OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO ALL OF YOU. WE LOVE YOU GUYS.
CHRIS, MARCIA, CARL, KELLI, BOB, COLLEEN, CHALIN, CHASE

Christopher Hackbarth

July 10, 2008

Dear Kim, Paul, and family. I was very saddened to hear about Richard, I know that you all are very strong and God will help you through this. I extend my deepest sympathy to the whole family. Love Chris

Edward Penfold and Family

July 9, 2008

Uncle Paul and Aunt Kim. I am sorry for your loss of such a wonderful young man. He will be dearly missed throughout the family. Remember always that you are in our hearts and minds. Richard will be in our prayers.

Paul,Mary,Ron,Alex Melville

July 9, 2008

Paul ,Kim,Chris
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and our hearts break for you
their are no words to express how sadden we are. we love you.

aunt bev &uncle joe Rautenstrauch

July 9, 2008

Our Dearest Holly,
Mr. & Mrs. Eschborn & Family

Our deepest thoughts and prayers
are with at this terrible difficult time.

Bob and Vickie webster

July 9, 2008

Paul, Kim and Christopher,
We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God bring you comfort, and know we are always here for you.

Debbie Hessel-Shultz

July 9, 2008

Kim, Paul, Christopher and Family,
It's hard to find words at such an unimaginable time. You are wonderful people with a loving family and will help each other through. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.

Shandra Rosso

July 9, 2008

Kim Paul Christopher & Holly,
Richard and I were always really good friends. He always knew how to brighten somedays day. He will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are will you all through this rough time.

The McKellar Family

July 9, 2008

Dear Paul, Kim and Christopher,
We are so sorry for your loss. Richard was such a sweet young man, he will be dearly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

with love,
Dan, Lora, Meghan and Kaitlin

The Michel Family

July 9, 2008

Dear Paul, Kim, Chris and Holly~ Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your whole family. Richard was an amazing young man and we are so happy to have known him.
Sincerly, Jason, Julie, Ty and Reagan Michel

Doug & Julie Wagner

July 9, 2008

Rich was a wonderful young man that my family was blessed to have known. He will always have a special place in our hearts & will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sandie Arbutina

July 9, 2008

Holly, I heard the terrible news today at work from Nana. I am so deeply sorry and am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Love you! Sandie (Wegmans Bakery)

Mr & Mrs Eschborn, I am very sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.

Kyle Baines

July 9, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Eschborn Rich was a great friend, we had so much fun riding together and going to Darien Lake. He always made me laugh and even though we didnt know each other long i will miss him so much. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Kimberly Oar

July 9, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Eschborn and Chris,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. We have been blessed to have a great friend for our son Nathan in Chris-my heart aches for all of you.

Mandy Addesa

July 9, 2008

To the Eschborn family and Holly, my sincerest condolences go out to all of you during this terrible time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, may you continue to grow stronger with each passing day.

Matt Mueller

July 9, 2008

Dear Mr, Mrs, and Chris Eschborn,

It was great having known your son and brother. I grew up with him and have been great friends ever since moving to Holland in Middle School. I still have the picture he gave me in 9th grade from Year Book in my wallet. I wish the best for you and your family, always remember: Nobody truely dies unless they are forgotten.

Jack & Jan Connors

July 9, 2008

Kim,Paul and Christopher,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our prayers and thoughts go out
to you.

July 9, 2008

Paul, Kim and Chris,
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis, Debbie, Cory and Megan Veley

Brittany Bender

July 9, 2008

Mr & Mrs. Eschborn and Chris i wish you the best luck through this hard time. Rich was a great son, brother, and friend he ment so much to everyone. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family.

Kevin Culver

July 9, 2008

Paul, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless.

Melissa Jalovick

July 9, 2008

Paul, Kim and Chris,
God be with you in your time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you.

Doug, Melissa, Kaitlin & Michael

July 9, 2008

The Metzger family,

I was saddened by this news and will be praying for you.
Marilyn Banach

Jeanne Penfold

July 9, 2008

Kim, Paul, and Christopher,
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. With deepest sympathy, Jeanne Penfold Lucca

William Caldwell

July 9, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kathy Kowalik

July 9, 2008

Dear Kim and Paul, I wish their where some words I could say to help you through the grief. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

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