Richard Friedemann

I did not know him but my tears are flowing. A life well lived. My your memory be blessed and G-d hold you in his arms,

Much RESPECT for a life well lived. May G-d bless the family members during this difficult time and may Mr. Friedemann's memory be a blessing in your lives.

Richard is safe in the arms of Jesus. God is good. My sympathy to his family.

First, let me offer you my deepest sympathy for your loss. I am so glad this wonderful man survived and was moved to share his journey as a testimony to others. I'm sorry the memories caused him such pain. My family members who were in the European Theater during WWII also had their scars, mostly as witnesses to the atrocities against humanity. My father also shared many of his experiences with us and I'm so grateful he did. It helped us to understand him and to appreciate how fragile life is for us all. I am most proud that my father instilled in us a sense of goodness and gratitude. He truly felt a responsibility to live his life in a way that would honor all of the people who were not so fortunate to survive the horrors of the war.....and he did. Having left this world at the age of 92, he never forgot the men and women he flew out of Europe who had been freed from the camps and his fellow airmen who never returned home.
God bless your family during this difficult time.

Richard was such a fun-loving and a deeply caring, devoted person. He will be woefully missed by his family and friends. But I hope his story will live on with the poignance provided by his personal story and vibrant personality.

Dear Mark and Chitnuchar,
My heart goes to you in this difficult time. I hope all the loving lovely memories of your father will comfort you and provide solace.
Your friend,
Trina

Just read Mr. Friedemann's story in the Tallahassee Democrat. He accomplished many things as an amazing WWII survivor, fighter, patriot for home country Poland, patriot for adopted country USA, and family man. Sorry for his loss to his family and this country. He gave more than he took. God bless.

Our love to each you. Elaine Salvati, cousin of Dick's wife, Kay

We were very blessed to have Dick and Kay as friends. Dick's escaping the gas chamber by sheer wit reflected his ingenuity. He bubbled over with life in his appreciation for life. The world was better because of him. Leon and Julie Pipho

I am so sorry to learn of Richard's passing. I met Richard in 1992 when I was doing graduate work at the University of North Florida. He graciously invited me into his home and allowed me to interview him about his experiences during World War II and as a Holocaust survivor. His interview became an integral part of a project examining the experiences of Holocaust survivors in northeast Florida. Several years later Richard allowed some of my students to interview him for their own research projects. He was always a kindhearted, pleasant and sweet man who achieved so much in his life despite losing so much as a young man. A few years ago I learned that Richard had regained ownership of his family home in Krakow, Poland, and we talked at length about how long it took him to achieve this remarkable feat. I was so happy for him--I know it meant a great deal to be able to reclaim his childhood home after so many years. Richard was the kind of person anyone could like, and his contributions to his fellow human beings as a social worker are immeasurable. The world is a better place because of Richard Friedemann, and I extend my deepest condolences to his family. I will be forever grateful that I had the honor and pleasure of knowing him.

Even though I did not know your family, I was so touched by learning about his life. Our younger generations need to hear stories of courage like this, and understand our history so it is not repeated. I'm so glad he shared his story with you and you with the world. May God bless you all in your loss.

If only the world was filled with Richard Friedemann's.
His life should be talked about in schools.
Almighty God will welcome him with opened arms and live in paradise with his family forever.
I'm blessed to have read Richards story.

This is a story for all ages. His battles, sacrifices and hardships have not gone unnoticed. He was a remarkable man, hearing his story. I would have loved to have known him and listened to his history. There are still many people who don't understand the horrific atrocities committed by the Nazis, and I am so glad he survived to share his knowledge. Please know that the family are in my heart and prayers as you go through this difficult time. God Bless.

God bless Soldier Friedemann,thank you sir!

Thank you for sharing this amazing and inspiring story. He sounds like a remarkable man and I know you will miss him greatly. God bless your family.
Is his book translated to English? I would be very interested in reading more about his story. Thank you again for giving us a glimpse into this incredible life.

Thank you for sending this incredible life story to the Courier for local Iowa readers. I did not know Richard but the family name was known. We in the Waterloo area had a gift that many did not realize till now.

Thank you for sharing this most incredible story of this loving man. I pray that we NEVER forget what happened to him and million others. May God Bless you and your family and give you comfort in knowing that your father is truly home in Heaven.

Loyce and Wilbur Reeves

I am filled with love and appreciation for Richard. His courage in the face of death and his determination to do the right thing all through his life are wonderful to read about. My thoughts are with the family. Thank goodness for the survival of such strong and loving genes.

Thank you for sharing the life story of this most remarkable human being. I join others in saying it would have been an honor to have met or known Mr. Friedemann. My grandparents were from Krackow, but managed, by the grace of God, to leave Poland in the early 1900's for America.

May peace fill your hearts knowing that his eternal soul rests in the light and love of Almighty God. May He bless you all.

With sympathy,

Your father lived a remarkable life. His obituary is worth reading by anyone who wonders why they are on earth: to find the good in all and help them along. Bless you for sharing his incredible story. May God comfort you as you celebrate his life but grieve his passing.

Mark & Karen,
Our heart goes out to you. Love the inspirational message about your father. He was and is a great man. I meant him when I worked with your mom, and our visits to their home in Florida for spring break with my daughters. They loved their talks with Dick about his past and were impressed by his wisdom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to both of you!
Rose Demuth, Tara Demuth Fenton & Lisa Simon

Our love, prayers and heart felt condolences to a wonderful Family.

Walter and Micki Liddell

Mark, all the best to you and your family my friend.

Thank you for sharing the life story of this remarkable man. It was an honor to read of his service and sacrifice. My sincere sympathies to the family.

Richard was the most open-hearted, witty, and gentle person. I have fond memories of his & Kay's many visits to see Mark in Tallahassee & help out around the house, always with much laughter and happiness. Many times in the past 3 decades I have thought about the wonderful parents Mark & Karen have. Best parents ever, with love for family as deep, strong and never-ending as the mightiest ocean current. May his love continue to hold you, Mark & Chitnuchar, and Karen. Sending you love and sympathy, ck

Deepest condolences especially to Mark and Karen. What a fighter Richard was! He loved and appreciated life and was dedicated to showing you the beauty around you. It's no wonder you have such love and respect for your dear father. Woody and I love you and wish you joy and peace in your memories of him.

This is certainly one of the most inspirational obituaries/biographies I have ever read. I would love to have known Richard.

Thank you so much for sharing the story of this amazing man. So much heartbreak yet a heart full of love. It is an honor to read it.