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Paul Jellinek
December 16, 2020
I can't believe that it's been nine years now that you've been gone, Rich. You were one of the kindest, bravest, most caring spirits I've ever known, and you made the world a better place just by being in it. Your memory lives on in the hearts of all of us fortunate enough to have known you. Rest in peace, buddy.
Kathy Hodge Rodgers
December 17, 2011
Marni, Lou and Family:
Our deepest condolances to you for your loss. I remember meeting Rich in the 70's and foundly remember and enjoying his Looking Glass and Dr. Redbird restaurants. Although I knew him thru Mama Lou he always remembered me and was so kind to come over the our table and talk. What fun days those were. He was an extraordinary man, husband, friend and father and he fought a good battle. Now he can rest in peace. He had a very supportive family and caregivers who will always have good memories of Rich to last a lifetime. Please accept our most sincere sympathy for your loss and faith to know he's finally at rest and peace.
Richard Martin
December 14, 2011
The faimiy of Richard Vliet: I am sorry to learn of Richard's passing. I knew Richard in junior high and in high school"class of 62" Wichita East. We later worked together at Sedgwick County Juvnile Court, mid sixties untile I moved away. Richard was always a great guy in all the years I knew him. May Christ's peace remain with you.
Robin Sullivan
December 13, 2011
I have a lot of childhood memories that include the Vliet family. Ed, Marni and Billie I have thought of you often and I was sad to see Rich had passed away. It has been a long time and my mother and I send out our deepest sympathies.
J.G. "Woody" Woodall
December 12, 2011
I still remember Rich and Yuma down in the lower level of the old Phi Delt House dancing their fool heads off. What a great guy and always positive. Sorry, but I didn't realize Rich was in poor health as I now reside in SLC. My prayers go out to his family & friends. Woody Woodall.
Linda (Hall) Baughman
December 12, 2011
Marni, you were my English teacher at Pleasant Valley Jr. High in 1972. You helped instill a love of reading and writing in me that I carry with me today.
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. You have my most sincere condolences.
Bill McAdoo
December 12, 2011
Right after I moved to town in the early 70's I was working for the Kansas State Bank and a young fellow came into my office with a crazy idea for a new restaurant...Dr. Redbird's. What a fertile mind. It was fun to watch him work. Quite a guy. We'll miss him.
Curtis Irby
December 12, 2011
Rich was my fraternity brother and friend. When I returned to Wichita in 1971, after receiving my law degree, I moved into a downtown office and Rich and I saw each other on a regular basis; at the restaurants he owned or on the street. It was always a joy to run into Rich, spend some time reminiscing about our fraternity days or simply talk about the weather. What a guy! There was just something about the way Rich could shake your hand, put his other hand on your shoulder and say "How ya doing" that couldn't help but brighten your day. Rich's legacy will live on in the businesses he's worked in, the buildings he renovated and in the warm memories of all who knew him.
Jerry Ware
December 12, 2011
Thoughts and prayers for rich and his family.
Rich and I seemed to be in the hardware store at Douglas and Hillside several times a week. I'll miss the friendly conversations we had.
December 12, 2011
I read the news this morning, please accept our condolences. You and your family are in our prayers. Sincerely, John and Nikki Belford.
Ryan Higgins
December 11, 2011
Rich was a great man with a passion for life and a deep love of his family, friends, and community. You will be dearly missed Rich...
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December 11, 2011
had the pleasure of going to school, being in a fraternity and working with Rich on a couple of restaurant adventures. I have never met anyone with such a creative eye for ambience in an eating establishment. Most of all, Rich had the heart of Mother Teresa. Working with Rich and having him as a friend are treasured memories. God Bless to Marnie, Whitney & Sasha.
Rick Illgner - San Antonio
Janet Lloyd-Williams (Oden)
December 11, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Christie Frick Henderson
December 11, 2011
Dear Marni, Whitney, Sasha & families,
Please accept my sincere condolences on Rich's passing. He will be greatly missed by the entire community. You and your families will be in my thoughts in the weeks ahead.
Randy Taylor
December 11, 2011
Those people who met and knew Rich Vliet were truly blessed by it.I loved, and will miss him so...
I can hardly wait for my next "Rich dream" may they never end.
All my love to Marni, Whitney, Sasha and their families.
Laura Furman
December 11, 2011
My family sends heartfelt sympathy to the Vliet family for the loss of this loving man. His generosity and sweetness, his availability to all sorts of people and ideas, made him special, and we will remember him with affection.
We send wishes for your peace of mind and solace for your grief.
Pat Greenway
December 11, 2011
Please accept my condolances on Rich's passing. He was a teriffic guy and Wichita owes him a great debt for his vision of what Old Town could be. He will be missed. God Speed,Rich. Marni, Whitney, Sasha and families, you are in my thoughts. Let your memories comfort you during this difficult time.
Amy Waliczek
December 11, 2011
I remember meeting Rich and Marni at the Larkspur about 14 years ago. I was their server and from that day on a fan of both of them. They were the kindest and so tuned in. Over the years they always said hello to me and of course knew my name. They always seemed interested in what was going on in my life. Thank you so very much for that. Thinking of your amazing family.
Nola Martin
December 11, 2011
This world has lost a truly good man who was kind to everyone, who had visions of what could be and the endurance to accomplish those visions, and who gave of himself cheerfully. Rich was an extraordinary man and he will be deeply missed. Please accept our sincere sympathy for the loss of our wonderful friend.
Nola Martin and family
(formerly Jack's North Hi Carry Out)
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