Richard Cave Obituary
Born in Sacramento, Calif., on Aug 7 1954, he passed away on December 5, 2007, in Bakersfield, Calif., after battling cancer. Richard was a house painter by trade and traveled the world painting. Richard loved his family and his motorcycles. He is survived by his wife Gina (Mar) Cave, sons Colton and Jesse, daughter Carley Jo Cave of Florida, mother Viginia Hall, father Richard B. Cave, sisters Marie Koller, Toni Merrell, Jeanette Cave, and brother Kevin Cave. He is also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews who all loved their uncle dearly and a large extended family and many friends. Services pending, call 916-645-4315.
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Toni
December 12, 2023
As we again mourn your passing on Dec. 5th. I think of you often Richard. I watch and follow (on social media) your children. I don't see them as often as I would like. It continues to be a struggle over your passing. Our lives would never be the same after we lost you. Rest in Peace dearest brother. Forever remembered and loved
December 6, 2008
couple days late like always bro, of course feel you like i saw you yesterday. the stories of our lives together are gonna provide entertainment long after we are both gone. everyone still has there "richard" stories. thats never gonna change. love you so much bro......you are with me everyday.......kevin
Toni Merrell
December 4, 2008
Well Richard, tomorrow will be one long year since you were set free. The pain has not lessened and I think it will be a long time before it does. It's as sharp as the day God took you home. I promise not to forget you and keep you in my heart till we meet again in heaven. You were the best big brother a girl could ask for. We ALL miss and love you dearly. Till we meet again........
Toni Merrell
August 20, 2008
Dear Richard, Still thinking of you. You just missed your first birthday on this planet. You would have been 54, but instead you will allways be 53. Loving and missing you more everyday. Look out for Jenny for me . Love Toni
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Toni Merrell
August 2, 2008
Oh my brother dear, It's only gotten harder not easier. I MISS you so much and keep thinking of all of our visits last year at this time. You certainly have a lot more company now with Aunt Dee, Aunt Ceal and of course our precious Jenny. I just saw your sons last week and Colton is growing up so fast. He gives the best hugs ever and his mom said he is more like you everyday. Jessie is a fun little guy and he is his momma's boy. I also saw your buds, Tony and Tucker and they will never forget you either. Until I see you again, all my love........Your sis Toni
One of Richard's drawings
April 29, 2008
Richard, Gina and the boys
April 29, 2008
April 27, 2008
I miss you everyday Richard. The funniest, good memories of times spent with you. I miss the, what might have been's, and I allways will. I pray everyday that you are free in the truest sense of the word. Gone, not forgotten..Love Toni
Marie Koller
February 5, 2008
Dear Brother,
I'm thinking of you today on this two month anniversary of your passing. One more ago we laid you to rest. Not a day goes by- now and forever. I love you always.
Your Sis
Drawing by Richard Cave
Toni Merrell
January 30, 2008
Richard, As times goes on, it doesn't get better, it gets worse because, you don't have that person in your life anymore. We have to find a way to live in a world where the is no YOU !! I love & miss you brother dear......................Toni
Marie Koller
January 28, 2008
My brother, my heart grieve's each and every day- I will always love you and I miss you.
Dickie Cave
January 22, 2008
Marie
January 22, 2008
Not a day goes by my brother, that I dont think of you and love you.
Your Sis, Forever
Marie
Marie Koller
January 17, 2008
We laid Richard to rest Jan. 5th, at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetary in Sacramento. He was buried with his Grandma Geoffrey, who loved him very much.
Thanks to all of the family and friends who attended.
The pain and sorrow of losing our brother remains. He will be missed forever. At least he is finally free of the torment of being imprisioned and the suffering he endured in his battle with lung cancer.
I will carry his memory with me in my heart until I am am with him again.
January 5, 2008
Hi Richard, Tommorow is your day honey. We finally get to put you to rest with our wonderful grandma It's time brother dear. I hope you are proud of what we all managed to put on for your memorial. I know you will there watching over us. We miss you so completly and till the of time...Your Family
Richard J. Cave
December 27, 2007
One of our favorite pic's
our loved one
December 23, 2007
kevin cave
December 22, 2007
miss you brother, but now i am not afraid to die because i know you'll be there to watch out for me like you always were...your little bro
Toni Merrell
December 20, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
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