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Peggy Rigby
December 23, 2011
To Linda, Christopher and Jessica. The Rigby's send you their love, support and prayers during this time. Your Dad, Husband was a wonderful man that I met in a few classes while we were at Fresno State. Years later our paths cross again while our children go to school together. Linda you are a strong Woman and wonderful Mother. My prayer for you and your family is that you feel the presence of God as you mourn your tremendous loss and turn to him for strength.
Eric Valdivia
December 22, 2011
I had the privilege of being coached and coaching football with Rick. Of the many things I learned from Rick was how to confront life's challenges and to achieve my goals. For this I will be forever grateful to the Erlenheim Family. Rick will be greatly missed and remembered by many.
Lloyd Wamhof
December 21, 2011
December 21
Linda,Jessica and Christorpher. I had the opportunity and pleasure of working with your husband and father. He was an increadible educator who had such a passion for his work as a coach, athletic director and in his current position. He touched the lives of so many young people and the adults around him. He was such a person of integrety and was so proud of his family. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you.
Lloyd Wamhof
Gale Rocha
December 21, 2011
Rick was my mentor and friend. Your loss cannot be comprehended, but you were so lucky to have shared life with one of the most wonderful men I have ever had the pleasure to work with. May God comfort all of you as you seek to carry on in his absence. He will be missed by so many and remembered for being one of the best.
Jeaneen Bogdanof
December 20, 2011
I will be praying for his family as they learn to live life without Rick. I worked with him over the years and enjoyed his kindness and smile. So sad for you.
Karen Hembree
December 20, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Linda, Jessica, and Christopher, to receive comfort, courage, and strength to carry on. May your families and friends give you safe refuge during this painful season of your lives.
Ann Kalashian
December 20, 2011
Dear Linda, Christopher, and Jessica,
The world has lost a very special man, but heaven is a sweeter place with Rick's presence. The love, compassion and quiet strength I was privileged to observe in your family is what I will always think of when remembering this gentle giant of a man.
You are all in my daily thoughts and prayers. Blessings, Ann Kalashian
December 20, 2011
One more star has been added to the Heavens - Away High above the clouds!
Such a nice man with a golden heart. Rest in Peace Rick.
Ihab Elzaanoun
December 20, 2011
We were saddend by the news of Rick's passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with the Erlenheim family.We lost a true family freind who devoted his time and knowledge to serve others, a friend who opened his heart, house and greeted us with a deligtful smile.We will miss you Rick.
Ihab Elzaanoun and Family
the haskins family
December 19, 2011
linda jessica and christopher our prayer are with you... i wish we had more to offer to ease this painful loss...
Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Chapel
December 18, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Sally Tannenbaum
December 19, 2011
I was devastated to hear of Rick's sudden passing. I knew Rick through his work with the Fresno County Office of Education. He was a bright professional with an engaging interpersonal style and great leadership skills. My heartfelt prayers go out to his family. He will be sorely missed.
Michelle Bendoski Gregurich
December 19, 2011
Rick's family has been friends of my family since the 1960's. We all went St. Joseph's Church in Selma and our mothers were in the choir together. My sincere condolences go out to the entire Erlenheim and Amorino families. I am still in shock over his death and can truly sympathize, having lost a brother myself. May your wonderful memories of Rick help you through this very difficult time. God Bless you all. With much love,
December 19, 2011
I was heartbroken when I learned of Rick's passing. I knew him when he worked at Kerman High School. I remember him well because he was so personable and such a nice guy. His passing is a tremendous loss for everyone who knew him, especially for the educational community he has left. My heart goes out to his family. Diane Metzler (Fresno, CA)
John Schiro
December 19, 2011
My family is praying for Rick's family, I tought his son Chris in religion class and served Rick food at my sandwich shop. He truely loved our youth. I love that family.
Emma Takikawa
December 18, 2011
I was so shocked to hear of Rick's passing. He was my boss and mentor for 5 years. He was an inspiration and was truly devoted to serving youth and to his family. My sincere condolences to the entire Erlenheim family
Susan Moranda Vigil
December 18, 2011
I remember how excited we were on Aspen Street when "Ricky" was born. Gone too soon. My heartfelt sympathy to his family and all the Erlenheims.
V. Fisher
December 18, 2011
I was so sad to read in this mornings newspaper that Rich had passed. I only knew him through work with the schools, but he was always so cheerful and easy to work with. I am sure he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Vickie Williamson
December 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Erlenheim family during this difficult time.
December 18, 2011
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Rick's death. Although I did not know him as a personal friend, I knew him through work and found him to be one of the nicest people to work with, always smiling, and would also run into him at school functions. I am so sad for his family, friends and coworkers. You will be in my prayers. He will definitely be mourned and missed.
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