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Arthur Richter Obituary
As a devoted father and grandfather, his family was critically important to him. His son Larry and daughter in law, Connie, reside in Fort Lauderdale, Florida while his son Michael resides in San Diego, California. He adored his grandsons Maxwell, Tyler, and Jake Richter and has been with his beloved husband, Peter Neivert, since 2005. He is also survived by his sister, Barbara Richter-Bolan and brother in-law Henry Bolan.
Arthur had no acquaintances, only friends. He was insatiably curious about other people and was always a devoted friend, cheerleader, and confidante, to literally hundreds of people.
Arthur retired early to pursue his passions and spend time with his family. Throughout his life he was enthusiastically engaged in his work with the Human Rights Campaign to further LGBTQ activism on a local and national level. He has also served as a passionate leader in lifelong learning; leading classes covering all aspects of theater, film, architecture, and the arts. Arthur is known to host extravagant gatherings onboard his pontoon boat in Narragansett Bay.
Arthur's love for travel, the arts, and the state of Rhode Island, combined with his personability, drive, love for others, and overall joy for life, epitomize the fabulous way he hoped to live.
If you would like, you may donate to Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island or The Wilbury Theatre Group in Arthur's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Richter
Karen
September 6, 2022
I am so sorry to learn of Arthur's passing. I worked with him at Alcraft in Pawtucket for a few years, and he was just the most caring and fun person to be around!! He got me John Denver's autograph because he knew how crazy about him I was! He was just the most incredible man.
Carol Berman
May 7, 2022
Barbara, I am saddened to hear about "Brudgie". We had many memorable times together as children on Eaton Street.
Stanley Freedman
May 7, 2022
Dear Larry and Michael:
My sincere condolences from your
Bar Mitzvah tutor.
Your dad and I worked together on presentations at Temple Beth El.
Kim Mast
May 7, 2022
A force of nature, an open and positive warmth that filled you up, Arthur, you will be in our hearts. Lucky to have known him and his friends. Peter, my deepest condolences.
Craig Mace
May 6, 2022
Our family was sorry to learn of Arthur´s passing. Our Mom, June, spoke often about him when she worked at the importing firm. She had many happy and humorous stories to share about times with Arthur. We hope celebrating his life brings you peace and consolation.
Emily Shine
May 6, 2022
Michael,Larry and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. My Dad spoke so highly of of Arthur over the years sharing dinners, visiting each other's homes and neighbor's at Beth El .
May his memory be a blessing.
Shelly Goldberg
May 5, 2022
i was so sorry to hear of Arthur's passing. I grew up across the street from Arthur and also in Barrington where we spent the summers. Every other Saturday we spent at his father's movie house in Pascoag. He was a great guy and will be missed by anyone who knew him
Elaine and Bob Dana
May 5, 2022
We lost a wonderful friend whom we loved very much.
Our friendship started from a business relationship, but soon developed into a personal relationship. We will miss him very much.
Rebecca Missel
May 5, 2022
Many wonderful memories of visiting Cousin Arthur in Barrington over the years. And of him at my grandfather, Leo Missel's funeral, taking care of me and my siblings. He'll be missed from the whole Missel Family.
Susan and Selma and George
May 4, 2022
Sending much love to Peter. We'll miss Arthur, who was so kind to Mom, so much fun to spend time with, so gentle and delightful and real.
Josh Short
May 4, 2022
Arthur´s support of the Wilbury Group over the years was immeasurable. His enthusiasm for theatre and the arts was inspirational and will be missed. We´re so grateful for all he contributed with his time and in his efforts to bring new folks to our work time and time again. All of us at the theater will be thinking of Peter, the LLC, and all the friends whose lives he touched with his spirit.
Deirdre Balzano
May 4, 2022
My sympathy to Peter and the family. Arthur was a true gentleman and I missed seeing him during the pandemic . I will miss him
Kathy Boss
May 4, 2022
Want to feel special, or heard? Just have a little chat with Arthur. What a guy. I've never known anyone like him, and I will remember him, with love, always.
Seymour Glantz
May 4, 2022
Sorry to hear of this tragic event. My condolences to Arthur's family and friends. I worked with Arthur at Camp Centerland and at Camp Marlin many many years ago and remained friends for all these years since. He was a person you enjoyed being with.
He will be missed.
D. Mara Lowenstein
May 4, 2022
Peter, we think of you and Arthur as part of our family. He was such a force! Inclusive, abundant, warm, opinionated, bawdy, generous, funny, curious, loyal, supportive, clever and ... loving. May you find solace in the friendships that you and Arthur have built. Hugs, Mara
jodi l glass & ruth e horton
May 3, 2022
Peter, we simply have no words- I will treasure that night at trinity just recently-
our love and light-
jodi & ruthie
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