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Mees T.
September 22, 2020
Don, I may have only gotten into your work and legacy after you passed, but that does not take away that you have brought me an immense amount of joy and happiness in my life. You were truly a unique soul, who has made the world a much, much better place. Thank you.
Gabriele Di Bernardo
August 16, 2020
Rest in peace Don. You are truly missed. May God Bless those you left behind who still morn you. You are one of the greatest quick witted entertainers who ever lived.
Joel DeHoyos
May 5, 2020
RIP Mr. Don Rickles
I enjoyed watching you on TV in movies and you were the King of the insult act.
Lol! Meaning that when you were in high gear on stage, it was open season on anybody and everybody, out in the audience. I like Your comedy CPO Sharkey tv series, plus I saw you on tv when Elvis approached you on stage, and he asked you to read from a magazine. You read a little bit, and replied to him, like where are we going with this. The magazine was called voice (I think) in 1976, and was to me a funny and awkward moment Lol ! Plus I enjoyed your work, in Kellys Heroes movie in 1971. Thank you for bringing laughter and joy to my family in adverse times. We needed that and got that from you and especially in your insult act on tv or on stage.
April 11, 2020
My condolences to the family. I can remember, how I laughed at his humor. He was hilarious. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family.
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April 9, 2020
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's...My heartfelt condolences..
Sharon Freeman
April 8, 2020
I loved him and I still watch him makes me laugh and it takes alot to do that I sat up watch him over and over Barbra you were so blessed to have such a wonderful man in your life
Michael Gibson
February 19, 2020
Its been nearly 3 years since Mr. Rickles died and over that time I have continued to watch every video of him on YouTube. Thank goodness those videos are there because he was just so funny.....you can see that the world has really lost its humor now that hes gone. Its comforting to watch him in action and remember what the world used to be like. He was a one of a kind talent.
September 12, 2019
It is comforting to know that death will soon be gone forever.
Carlo Martini
April 7, 2019
My Condolences and everyone Family, you were a great man funny and entertaining had the honor meeting you a few times and performed an event many years ago on the same place, I won't ever forget the encouragements you gave me to don't give up my dream. Love you, my Friend, Ciao. Shalom.
DJ Pearce
January 29, 2019
My deepest condolences to your family. May God bless you, and keep you. A wonderful , hilarious , generous man. My greatest regret was never to see him in a live audience situation. I ever just laughed with him, I roared, and rolled on the floor! Such a great man. How I miss him!
Tommy G
thomas guariano
July 14, 2018
I miss you Don Rickles and hope you never get hit with a hockey Puck in heaven Tommy Guariano
Jane Spampunati
June 17, 2018
What a funny man. Miss him.
DJEROUNI FOUAD
March 25, 2018
i'm young and i've discovered the great DON in the movie " casino" his was great with PECSI & DENIRO. rest in peace
Gavin Busey
January 22, 2018
Don was the funniest man I've ever known some of the funniest comedy off the cuff of anyone but a very genuine man! Love from the Busey Family Sheila Garrett and Gavin God bless Barbara and the family
Panos E
August 23, 2017
Mr. Rickles, thank you for making us laugh (hard) over the years. You left no stone unturned! You are a true legend in comedy and there will be no one like you! You will be missed. RIP
GEORGE CUOLAHAN
August 17, 2017
I knew "Donny' as his grandmother used to shout out his name. He was 6 years older then me...I lived and grew up at 89-09 32 Ave Queens...went to Newtown HS, etc. followed his career, never got to meet him ... 6 years age difference meant a lot to kids, I guess.
He will be missed my many to whom he gave many laughs, me included. Adios, Donny.
George J. Cuolahan 84 years old now...
Kent Sivadge
August 10, 2017
Don Rickles was quite a character. I watched him on the Tonight Show when I was younger, he and Johnny Carson had good comedic rapport with each other. Very entertaining...
July 22, 2017
God blessed me, along with a few close friends and family members, with the opportunity to enjoy, in person, the great humor of Mr. Don Rickles back in the 1970's at The Latin Casino in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. My friends and I were in college at the time, yes, college kids with a decent sense of humor. Needless to say, he was a riot...a sensational riot!!! We laughed through the entire night and beyond. I am still laughing even now!!! He was just so funny without one vulgar word. Memorable, just memorable. We cannot go back to the days when his humor was appreciated, a time when maybe we did not take our individual humble lives so politically serious. He is probably working on new material right now. Maybe I can meet him up in heaven one day, give him a hug, tell him how much he entertained me in my earthly life and ask him to keep me surrounded with laughter while we are enjoying eternity... TOGETHER!!! In the meantime, I will continue to watch him through technology and invite others to do so as well. It will do all of us good. Thank you, Mr. Warmth!
Prayers for you and your entire family,
Cheryl Jacobs Viscomi & Sons Frank and Nick
Philadelphia, PA
Tony Fimbianti
July 19, 2017
You'll be missed with your humor and jokes where ever you are you will still be a great comedian
Denver Schimming
June 26, 2017
I grew up watching you. To this day I still You Tube your performances, especially all the roasts and your appearances on Johnny Carson. You were simply the best. Words could never express how much I will miss you.
Warren Sturrock
June 16, 2017
My nemisis, sorry I missed you !
Condolences to your family xx
June 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May Almighty grant you peace. Jer.29:11
Michael Marcondes
June 10, 2017
God rest his soul in Jesus's name. Amen. A very very funny person!
June 7, 2017
just a great guy who made you have a good time watching him perform.
Jo Galvani
May 29, 2017
You will be so sadly missed. i have laughed so much at not just your comedic insults but just the expression on your face after you said whatever to whoever ! I would bet your cracking them up in heaven as I write this. Rest peacefully! I was born in Elmhurst, N.Y. and attended Newtown High School as you did also. Sincere condolences to your family.
Don Skiles
May 28, 2017
I guess heaven needed a hockey puck.
lenny lever
May 20, 2017
great memories from a very funny man, thank you for entertaining us so well r.i.p. halev ha shalom..
Gary Signorelli
May 16, 2017
It was a very sad on the day Don Rickles passed away on April 6, 2017.
Just hearing his signature matador music La Virgen De La Macarena play to announce his arrival as a frequent Tonight Show guest, instantly made me start to lose it in anticipation of what he was going to do. It was always hysterical whenever he was on the Tonight Show, Dean Martin Roasts, interviews and his guest staring TV roles. Great in movies like Casino and Toy Story and anything else he touched in the world of Entertainment.
He starred in 2 TV shows, has a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, is a winner of an Emmy Award, TV Land Icon Legend Award, The Johnny Carson Award and Friars Club Lifetime Achievement Award. He was Mr. Potato head in Toy Story and on and on. He was the Best Guest on any Talk Show and he was friends with everyone in the Entertainment world. To anyone who knew him, he really was Mr. Warmth and the complete opposite of the persona he presented during his performances.
On countless appearances on countless talk shows, without saying a word and just the expression on his face - I have on countless occasions been instantly reduced to tears from laughing so hard. He was one of a kind, one of the funniest people that ever was. I was born in the 60s and he was always there on TV for as far back as I can remember. I don't know how I or the world will ever get used to his absence. I will search for and collect a copy of every TV special, appearance and performance and I will watch them often.
Many Thanks for the lifetime of laughter you gave us all. Bob Newhart said it best, There will never be another... May you Rest In Peace Mr. Rickles. The world will never be the same without you.
My sincere condolences, to the Family and many Friends of the Great Don Rickles.
- Gary and George Signorelli, fellow native New Yorkers, May 16, 2017
JENNIFER BARIBAULT
May 7, 2017
TO THE FAMILY OF DON RICKLES, FRIENDS,
I AM TRULY SORRY TO HEAR THAT WE HAVE LOST A GREAT TALENTED COMEDIAN THAT MADE US ALL THAT WILL BE DON RICKLES. WHEN I HEARD THE NEWS THAT HE HAD PAST AWAY IT SAD BECAUSE HE WOULD BEEN 91 YRS. OLD TOMORROW MON. MAY 8TH. DON WAS A GOOD COMEDIAN/ACTOR ENTERTAINING PEOPLE THAT HE MAKE US ALL WHATEVER HE DID. ALSO, HE DID BESIDE STANDUP COMEDIAN, HE MADE GUEST APPEARANCE ON TV SHOW LIKE "THE LUCY SHOW", "I DREAM OF JEANNIE", "THE ADDAMS FAMILY", "DICK VAN DYKE", "GET SMART", "ARCHIE BUNKER PLACE", "GIMME A BREAK", "MURPHY BROWN", ECT. I DO HEAR WHEN I SEE REGIS PHILBIN ABOUT TO KATHIE GIFFORD WHEN HE GUEST HOST WITH KATHIE LEE GIFFORD HE TALK ABOUT WHEN WHEN USE TO WORK WITH DON WHEN THEY TOUR TOGETHER OR WITH FRANK SINATRA, DEAN MARTIAN TOO AND THINK I SAW DON ON LIVE WITH REGIS & KATHIE LEE. I ALL MOST THAT DON PLAYED IN THE LATE HUSBAND OF ELK (BETTY WHITE) ON HOT IN CLEVELAND ON TV LAND. WE WILL ALL MISSED HIM AND YET NOT BE FORGOTTEN, THANKS FOR THE LAUGHS, THE MEMORIES THAT YOU HAVE GIVEN TO US, WE ALL KNOW THAT HIS LEGACY WILL WILL LEAVE ON. WE ALSO KNOW THAT HE IS IN A GOOD PLACE, HE IS WITH FRANK SINATRA, DEAN MARTIAN ALONG WITH THE OTHER PEOPLE HE WORK WITH. MY THOUGHTS, PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, YOUR FAMILY & FRIEND AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. RIP YOU COULD STILL DO YOUR COMEDIAN ACT! DO RICKLES
Mark Lux
May 3, 2017
Always funny and entertaining. But beyond this, he was class. Condolences to his family and friends. In my darkest days, he was a guy with a shtick that never failed to cheer you up. Made the craziness of life more tolerable. Classic Johnny Carson or Roasts. Along with Robin Williams, will never be anyone better! The other side is a funnier place now. The comedians of today will never get close to what Rickles achieved.
April 28, 2017
To a very good friend don it's your friend from Montreal condolences to your family rest in piece my friend
Mr jody Brachman
April 28, 2017
Hi How are you I liked his comedy etc. I'll miss him. My condolences to your family etc. Mr jody Brachman.
Dave Stanley
April 25, 2017
Never forgotten.with love
April 25, 2017
Very funny man. We will all miss him. My condolences to family and friends . May many cherished memories comfort you in your time of sorrow . Psalms 147 : 3
Cathy Kille
April 25, 2017
Don, Frank has been holding a spot on the couch for you. Have a blast.
April 23, 2017
He was one of a kind.
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Beth
April 21, 2017
Rest In Peace Don. The world will be laughing less now that you are gone. Thank you for always making me and my family laugh. At least we can go on youtube and watch you on Johnny Carson but it is not the same. You were the best. We had the pleasure of seeing you in person three times and each time it was great. You're the best. Please make my Dad laugh a lot when you meet him in Heaven. God Bless You and many, many thanks for the laughs.
Stefanie Gonzales
April 21, 2017
You will be missed , you will live on for ever and ever on U Tube ,and in our Hearts.
Barbara Grandi
April 20, 2017
Rest in Peace Don Rickles!
You will be missed.
Barbara Grandi
April 20, 2017
To the Family of Don Rickles
May he Rest in Peace, He was a great performer.
I just wanted to send my condolences to the family.
God bless you. 04-20-17
Barbara Grandi -a New Yorker fan
April 18, 2017
Our prayers and condolences go out to the family, friends and fans of Don Rickles. Don Rickles was a well known comedian, and he lived to entertain everyone. Cherish the many memories that you had together, and may the love of friends and family help you to cope with the loss of your loved one. May God Almighty give you peace at this difficult time. Isa. 43: 10,13
philip tartaglia
April 18, 2017
God bless don rickles and family.
April 17, 2017
One of a kind. Like so many others of his generation that all of us grew up with...there will never be another. You gave me years of laughter. Rest in peace my friend.
Kirk Polizzi
Wilmington, NC
Creola Manson
April 17, 2017
Mr. Rickles,
You were one of the funniest comedians ever. You made people look at themselves, to the point of realizing, yeah life is rough sometimes, but why not go through it with a laugh or two. It just feels better. Personally, Mr. Rickles, I love making people laugh and I wish we had a few more with you. God bless you!!!
Tony Pappalardo
April 17, 2017
My heart is broken to hear the funniest man has passed on. When I was growing up in the 60's I would go home early and leave my friends to see Don on Carson. In the past year I would start every day and watch Don over and over on You Tube, and I still do. You are and was the best.
M C
April 17, 2017
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family for their loss of a talented man, that I enjoyed watching growing up. May God comfort and sustain you through this time of mourning. (Psalms 86:17)
Sadek Hussein
April 17, 2017
R.I.P to a man that everyone loved! You will be truly missed and never forgotten.
Derek Heckelsmiller
April 16, 2017
I am kind of a funny man myself. But Don took it to a whole new world. His quick without skipping a beat comic was second to none. Thank you Mr. Warmth and let the rockets begin. Lol
John Heap
April 16, 2017
Being 46 years old - I watch endless YouTube videos and can't top laughing. The roasts and even skits of him ripping on Roy Rogers on Dean Martin show. RIP to the great.
michelle plakas-kaiser
April 15, 2017
RIP
Franck Maistri
April 15, 2017
By by to the most lovable mean man,I will keep your name alive always.
I wish all the mean persons were like you.
Love to you and your family.....
Tom Slawson
April 14, 2017
One of the funniest men in the world. And an even better person. RIP Don, you will be missed. Until we meet again. :)
Lisa Weiner
April 14, 2017
To Don Rickles,
You were a very talented actor and comedian. My prayers go to your family and friends. Thank you for memories of laughter. Lisa Weiner
Patricia Dickerson
April 14, 2017
What a great and gracious man. You are so loved and we will miss your jokes,your laugh, and your smile. Like all the great friends and entertainers who have passed before you,We as your Fans will never forget you. You will live in our hearts forever. God Bless you and your family.
Teresa Walker
April 14, 2017
Loving memory to Mr. Donald Jay Rickles. Memories of a lifetime.
Sol Brenner
April 14, 2017
Good-bye, Mr. Rickles.
Giovanni Sanseviero
April 14, 2017
Don't get the big man too angry, Don, but do slip in a couple of jabs. We would all expect nothing less...
Thanks for the memories. Rest now.
Barbie M
April 14, 2017
If you were having a rough day you could always turn on Carson or Letterman and if Don was on you knew you would be laughing hysterically in no time. I saw you on Jimmy Kimmel Live not too long ago and I thought you just don't look well. Don, Thank you for making some many fans laugh with you through the years. Sinatra's happy your finally there! My condolences to your family.
Peter Lemongello
April 14, 2017
We did the Copacabana in it's heyday when the shows were packed with mafia figures loving every minute of the music and comedy, and the Tonight show many times together as well as countless shows in Casino venues. He was the best I ever saw or worked with. His passing is the end of an era and very sad for me.
Singer: Peter Lemongello
Dorothy Cooley
April 13, 2017
He was the best of comics ever. R.I.P. Don Rickles. I will miss you for sure.
April 13, 2017
Mr Rickles,
I saw your show as a child and it messed me up for LIFE...NO Really there will never be an actor I mean a "comedian" like you with today's sense of humor you couldn't get on stage.
Lee Loessin
teluride,CO
Michael Kaplan
April 13, 2017
I first met don parking his car at a resterrant called steffaninos on sunset strip in 1968 in 1972 I moved to Vegas and met don again Over the years I would bump into him because of my best friend tony billoti A very long time friend Don was a great man. Always kind. The comedy world has lost another great man Rest in peace Mike Kaplan
SUNRISE ON LOS CABOS.
MERI CATHARINE HOPPLE
April 12, 2017
Michael Reibly
April 12, 2017
The Genius Mr Don Rickles,
Don, from the bottom of my heart.... I never liked you :-)
That Classic joke used by Don for over 40 years . . still worked on Jimmy Fallon last year
Rest in Peace Mr Rickles . Greatness
Patricia Hughes
April 12, 2017
I took Don for granted--he was always
EVERYWHERE--
I just figured that he would keep me
Laughing and happy for --ALWAYS
HE was a very intelligent man--
His decisions were compassionate
And always sensible
The man honored himself, his family,
His profession, his friends
His audience--
He really set high standards for himself-
There weren't any scandals
Connected with him--
He was in the Corner of the Underdog
Because this was a sensible man
He was Balanced
He was Decent
He came from simple roots-
With the best values
And he just went on to
Improve on "simple "
And simply live with the best that
Life has to offer
People like Don-are examples-
THEIR ESSENCE -is what we
Should strive to emulate.
Whenever he opened his mouth
I laughed-and felt TERRIFIC
HE MADE ME FEEL JOYFUL LONG AFTER
HE FINISHED HIS ROUTINE-
That man's Spirit was just One Big Smile-
Comedians are Essential in this world-
His work was Important--
John Mayer
April 12, 2017
I will always love Mr Rickles . His comedy was amazing but I really like the fact that he was the most kind and gentle man . May God always keep you
G. Freeman
April 12, 2017
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Sherrt Maluk
April 12, 2017
Condolence to the family from Lansing Michigan may God continue to bless the family and thank you for the laughs and longevity of your life to the world
Grady Youngblood
April 12, 2017
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April 12, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Harvey Radamaker
April 11, 2017
There was never anyone BEFORE him like him. There was never anyone SINCE him like him. And there will never be anyone like him AFTER him. Many imitators and mimics, but NO ONE EVER WILL DO IT AS GOOD AS HE DID. Rest in Peace, dear dear man.
Hugh Bradshaw
April 11, 2017
A sincere thank you to Don's family for sharing this absolute genius with the rest of us. Don was the best "in the moment", spontaneous comedian EVER!
Please know that Don impacted more people than you'll ever know. His quick wit was also a lesson in the fallibility of all of us. Thankfully, he was always willing to point this out with a twinkle in his eye. God bless the family, and God bless Don Rickles....
B D
April 11, 2017
Razor-ship wit that never dulled with time. He will never have an equal. His videos on YouTube shall sustain us. Marco Mangananzo sends his regards...
Al & Ethel Jacobs
April 11, 2017
Hello to all the Rickles lovers. We saw Don Rickles for the FIRST time in our front row seats at the South Shore Music Circus in Cohasset, MA.
I'm the one who wanted to see him, my husband said if he picks on me your history. As it turned out he briefly spoke to me and then to my husband. My husband answered and whispered to me, YOUR LUCKY!!
As the years went by we saw him a raft of times and since living in Vegas we saw him twice at the Orleans. Last take was two years ago and bless his heart he was STILL good.
May he rest in peace with all he held dear. Our deepest sympathies goes to Barbara and Mindy. He was one of a kind.
Matthew Carey
April 11, 2017
Rest in Peace, Don. Thank you for all the years of great laughter. My condolences to the Rickles Family.
Bruce Wiesel
April 11, 2017
Don, I am still in stock that you have left us, but certainly you will never, ever be forgotten. Your quick wit and that genius brain of yours, I was sure would keep you going forever, outlasting all humans on this planet. You are an American Treasure and will certainly and always have a place in my heart. Nobody will ever pass you as a warm, talented, funniest Jew ever! Make Moses laugh Don. Forever in my heart, Bruce
Iris Morales
April 11, 2017
Don as a fan you brought so much joy to my life. I constantly watch videos of you on you tube and will continue to cherish your humor, kindness and that smile. Keep them laughing in heaven. My deepest condolences to your wife and family.
With Gods blessing - Iris Morales from Pennsauken NJ.
Clayton Gilliam
April 11, 2017
As a kid I would see the commercials for the the Tonight Show that played during prime time and whenever I would see that Don Rickles was hosting that night I would sneak out of bed and set in the hallway behind my parents who were watching Don roast people mercilessly in the audience. I no matter how hard I tried I could never control my laughter which gave me away. I was then yelled at and sent back to bed! There will never be another like him.
Clay Gilliam
NC
April 11, 2017
May the God of all comfort be with you.
Sincerely
April 11, 2017
I sincerely offer my condolence: May the love from family and friends help you to recover from your pain.
marsha kosh
April 11, 2017
April 11, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Rickles family.
Don was the best, he was a riot, enjoyed seeing him and Johnny Carson together on the tonight show and when he was on one of the other shows.
You are in my prayers. God speed Don Rickles. Heaven is laughing with you there.
M. Kosh
Ft. Myers, Fl.
Mo Khan
April 11, 2017
A great loss not just for his family and friends but his fans worldwide. He touched many people with his sharp sense of humour and his kindness. He truely was a legend, his words will be remembered for many many years to come. The world will be a boring place without your presence. Comedy has surely lost its laughter... Rest in peace.
Rosalie Lynn Friedman
April 11, 2017
My husband and I took our 5 children to Vegas in the 70's and 80's whenever you were in town. We were all big fans and this continues to today. Our children are adults now and love you more than ever, always following your career and tuning in whenever Don was on a talk show. We laughed so hard and Don still to this day was our favorite comedian. One of a kind, irreplaceable. We will never forget you, Don Rickles. The angels are rolling on a cloud holding their bellies with laughter now.
Sharon McNamara
April 11, 2017
Thanks for all laughs, Don! Wishing I could have seen you in person! God bless you and keep you. Sending good thoughts to Barbara, Mindy and your grandsons. RIP Don, you were one in a million!
April 10, 2017
I am very saddened by the loss of such a great comedian. He was one in a million and I so wished I could have been blessed to meet him. I always had a feeling that he was truly a beautiful human being. My deepest sympathy to his dear Barbara and daughter Mindy. Rest in peace Don.
Jeanie Pizzuto
Norristown, Pa
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