Richard Quillen Obituary
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April 29, 2021
I just found out he passed away in 2012 9 years ago. Listened every Saturday night from 1990 to 2010. Great guy. He will be missed.
February 25, 2012
Really enjoyed listening to Richard and Gym for many years. So sorry for your loss. Carolyn Dillow, Grundy, VA
Cheri Jarrett
February 24, 2012
"I listened to his show everynight. I was shocked to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Heaven got another great angel that day. God Bless you." Cheri Jarrett(Kingsport,TN)
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February 24, 2012
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Richard's untimely passing. Please accept my condolences.
Gene Cochran
Glen & Tammy Cross
February 23, 2012
Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Suite/Webb
February 23, 2012
Casey,
Your dad and I were classmates in school. He was always a wonderful person. May God comfort you and your family during this most difficult time.
Pam Carr
February 23, 2012
I loved Richard's show every saturday nite i used to call in a request and he had me cracking up with his jokes. God Bless you.
Rhonda Hinkle
February 22, 2012
I hated to hear about Richard passing. I never know him personally all thought it seem as if I knew the whole family.He could always make me laughe no matter how bad things were.I hated to find out he had left wxbq it just wasnt the same anymore but Abby and Casey please know that your in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfter you and give you streght to get there each day.Richard will forever be in our hearts
Martha Jo Price
February 22, 2012
Dear Abby and family,
I am SO sorry about Richard! I loved to listen to his show; he was so talented. The few times I met him when he was with you at school "stuff," he was so friendly and just seemed to light up the room. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Martha Jo Price
Debi Compton
February 21, 2012
Abby, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and Casey, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I did not personally know you or your family but I am a listener of WXBQ and felt as though you all were family. Richard touched many lives with his humor and compassion that he displayed through the radio network. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Richard was admired by many and i hope you can find comfort in knowing that he was so loved by many who only knew him through radio. May God Bless You.
Debi Compton ([email protected])
Big Stone Gap, VA
Kimberly Williams
February 19, 2012
Richard was an amazing DJay that brought joy and happiness to the Tri-Cities every Saturday night... My husband and I would like to lift the Quillen family up in our prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and your daughter and help you through your grief and sorrow... Heaven was given an amazing angel
DOUG BENTLEY
February 19, 2012
You were a great friend Richard, you will be forever missed!! Love goes out to your wife Abby and sweet angel Casey. ~~Doug Bentley and family
Shannon & Greg Jacobs
February 19, 2012
Richard was a great Man. They were alot of people that loved to listen to him on the radio. He knew how to make us people laugh.He was one of my dads old buddies. I just hate to see him go.He always thought so much of his family.
tammy walling
February 19, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss. When I would come home to visit, I loved listening to him. You & yoour family are in my thoughts & prayers.
February 19, 2012
My heart goes out to you and your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you in this time of sorrow. Richard will forever be with each of us in heart and in our memories. Paula Duty Sewell ( Lebanon, Va )
k m
February 17, 2012
RIP Richard..you will be truly missed.
D. H.
February 17, 2012
Thank you Richard for all the memories. You will be missed. My thoughts go out to the family, May God give the family strength during this sad time. To me, Richard and his family were like always a part of the WXBQ family.
February 17, 2012
To the Family....I'm so sad to hear of Richard's death...I loved to listen to him of the mornings going to work on wkbq..Richard always made me laugh...Richard thought the world of his little girl and wife, he would always talk about them on the radio....We all will miss him very much!!!!!!
Anna Breeding
February 17, 2012
Your family is in my prayer.
Kimberly Parker
February 17, 2012
Richard was such a great guy. When he left WXBQ, it just didn't seem right. He was always on there. I know he will be missed by many people. May God bless and comfort each of you during this time of sorrow.
Teresa Harless
February 17, 2012
Recently moved to Charleston SC in 2009. Used be be a listner always on WXBQ in the morning show with Richard. Sorry to the family you have lost a great person.
Julie Gillis
February 16, 2012
Richard brightened so many lives with his humor and kindness. I only knew him through the radio but he always made me smile. We spent many Saturday nights at work listening to his antics and laughing at his jokes.
February 16, 2012
To Richards family my deepest sympathy you dont know me but I was a fan I loved to hear him on WXBQ he always seemed to happy. I loved the request show will never be another I enjoy as much as he.
Randy Cox
February 16, 2012
Suzi, wish I could have been there to pay my respects--it was just yesterday we were playing Little League Baseball--prayers are with you
Revonda Mills
February 16, 2012
My heart is broken for the Quillen family. I have listened to Richard on the raido since the Morning Air Show started. He was very proud of his wife and daughter
May God bless you during this difficult time...and Richard, in the words of Bob Hope, "Thanks for the memories."
Ashley and Steven Cannon
February 16, 2012
Abby and Casey- I know that no words will give comfort in this time of loss. Know that we are praying and thinking of you. Richard always made everyone smile when he was around. He will truly be missed.
Mark and Cindy Davenport
February 16, 2012
We were so blessed to have Richard as a brother-in-law. We have so many wonderful memories, especially of our yearly trips to Florida. Our kids loved being with Uncle Richard. Rest in peace our dear Richard.
vicki adkins
February 16, 2012
Richard was always one of my favorite people. He will be greatly missed by all. He brightened so many lives with his voice on air and his personality. May God give you strength in the days to come and may you find peace in your heart. Sending prayers and love.
Vicki Cross Adkins
Lisa Thomas
February 16, 2012
Casey,
Just look how your father touched so many lives! And just think...this is only a very few of the many many people who probably never met your dad but loved him all the same. I am one of those people. He made me laugh so many times! And, one thing came through the airwaves...your father truly cared about the people who called in every week. He was a character :) Be proud of your dad and especially the fact that you were the love of his life. I, like others, could tell by his voice that he was smiling every time he spoke of you. You, your mother and family are in my family's, and so many others', prayers.
Pamela Effler
February 16, 2012
My heart goes out to Abby and Casey,I so loved the way Richard talked about his love for his family.He will be missed by so many.I listened to him often and loved his radio programs.I don't have the words to comfort you on your great loss,but I do have a prayer on my heart for you and I pray God comforts you during this time and holds you close.God Bless you.
Cathy Lambert
February 16, 2012
I never met Richard, but he made me smile and laugh. I loved him when he was with WXBQ. His voice was very smoothing and made me feel upbeat. My smpathy to his wife, daughter and family. May God give you peace and wonderful memories.
Martin
February 16, 2012
couldn't believe he's gone...he was such a personality on wxbq that made radion fun. radio will not be the same.
Tom Scott
February 16, 2012
I worked next to Richard for almost 3 years and there was no kinder gentleman or better talent. He will be missed. Condolences to his wife Abbey and daughter Casey and the Quillen family. RIP my friend.
Dave Stanley
February 16, 2012
Richard's passing has saddened me and my family. His down to earth approach and limitless talent was matched by no one in the world. I am truly lucky to have met him and wished i could have worked on-air with him. He truly was "the legend" in these parts and i know he made Casey and Abby proud.
Laura Lane
February 16, 2012
Dear Abby & Casey, and family,
Even though we have never met in person, I feel as if I know you. Richard never knew a stranger and made you feel as if you were family everyday. I have listened to Richard for 20 years and been a faithful listener to WXBQ for over 32 years. Richard and Bill and all the gals made a great team, Steve and Richard always knew how to lift your spirits in the mornings. They made a great team too. My favorite memory was the first Saturday Night that Casey got to be on the air. I want to say it was the week she was born. That beautiful memory has stuck with me. I believe his words were,"I cant believe we got her on and she made a sound." He was a very proud daddy that Saturday night. My heart is heavy as I share your loss. I know who holds tomorrow and is holding you close during this difficult time. I believe God is carrying you and keeping you close to His heart. My family will be praying you during the upcoming days and weeks. Thank you for sharing Richard with all of us. And Casey...we all know how much he loved you and your mom. He will be missed tremendously.
Ginger McGhee
February 16, 2012
Sorry to hear of your loss, but thanks for sharing him with all of us. I rode a bus from Bristol to Charlotte NC. with Richard many years ago to see a Nascar Race. I won the tickets off of the radio. He made the trip so enjoyable. He was more fun to listen to than the race. Again I am so sorry for your loss, but know he is in Gods hands now.
Fan for Every
February 16, 2012
I would always look forward to Saturday Night request show ,i always would remember Casey's Coner you could tell he was a great father hope God will comfort your family in this time of need
February 16, 2012
Madge and I have Richard's Family in our prayers. Richard could connet with his listeners better than anyone I have worked with in 54 years in the business and he loved radio, almost as much as he loved his family. We are very saddend to hear of his passing. Some comfort is to know that he was loved by thousands, and thousands of listeners and his laugh and smile will always be in our memory.
Jim and Madge Buchanan
kathy johnson
February 16, 2012
very sorry for your loss we will be prayin for you and little casey we did not know richard personally be we listened to him on the radio God bless you
PATSY DENTON
February 16, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Janet Smith
February 16, 2012
Go rest high on the mountain. You will be missed. thank you for your time here on earth, for brighting everyone who listen to your show, and gave then something to smile and laugh for. You where alot of peoples angel here on earth.God bless your family.You will be sadly missed
A fan from
February 16, 2012
Prayers for family and friends left to mourn the loss of Richard. I enjoyed listening to him on the radio.
Carroll & Barbara Shell
February 16, 2012
Truly saddened by Richard's passing, Our hearts are heavy as we share your loss and we know how much he loved his family. May God comfort you throughout this time.
Tabitha Schmaltz
February 16, 2012
Sorry to hear ahoit Richard. I always enjoyed his radio show. When I moved away I always made sure I listened to him when I cake back to visit. Radio won't be the same.
Carol Howell Graczyk
February 16, 2012
Abby & Casey
My Heart,Prayers And Thoughts Goes Out To All Of You. Richard Will Definitely Be Missed From His Radio Family. But He's In Heaven Now. And All Of You Will Be Seeing Him Again Someday.In He's In No More Pain or Suffering Anymore. If I Can Do Anything For Any Of The Family. Feel Free To Contact Me.A Radio Listener And Friend.
Sandra Wilson
February 16, 2012
Abby and Casey, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of your family. I didn't know you all personally, but listening to Richard and you and Casey (especially when Casey was little)on Saturday Night and at other times was an enjoyment. May God wrap his arms around you.
Gayle Stevens
February 16, 2012
Abby,
My sympathy to you in the loss of Richard. I hope the outpouring of sympathy, concern, and memories shared will comfort you in this passage.
Desiree
February 16, 2012
God's speed and God Bless :)
Desiree
February 16, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. Y'all will be in my thoughts and prays.Loved listening to him in the mornings and when Casey would do her thing lol God's speed and God Bless :)
Duane Nelson
February 16, 2012
My prayers and thoughts are with Abby, Casey and the Quillen family during this loss. Richard was a great friend! His laughter and smile will be felt for many years. He was one of a kind! I will always remember my radio brother!
Gary Stevens
February 16, 2012
Richard was a great friend and an awesome competitor of mine. I still remember him calling me and laughing about things that happened on the radio. I will miss him very much! My prayers and thoughts are with Abby, Casey and his family. He will be greatly missed! You were a true friend Richard!
Gloria Brooks
February 16, 2012
Casey and Abby...My heart breaks for you both. Praying God will wrap his arms of love and mercy around you both now and in the difficult days to come. I listened to Richard for years (even when he talked to Ruby years ago), and when he went to WAXM. He will be greatly missed.
Scott & Regina Thompson
February 16, 2012
Our prayers are with you and your family. Richard helped put Lebanon, VA on the map for so many of us. Casey embrace your talents your Dad so graciously left to you. Richard always lifted my mornings and especially Saturday nights. You will be greatly missed Richard.
February 16, 2012
May the memories you have bring you comfort in the days and weeks ahead.
DEBRA WILLIAMS
February 16, 2012
He had A very special gift, the gift of making others smile. He will be greatly missed ! My Prayers go out for all of his family and friends. May God comfort you through your many precious memories!
IN CHRIST LOVE!!!!
April Lawson
February 15, 2012
I feel like I am going to mimic alot of what everyone said in earlier posts. Hearing of the death of Richard was a shock to everyone. I had listened to him on WXBQ and when he moved to WAXM. I always loved listening to Casey's Corner on Saturday nights. I figure it is going to be a sight at heaven's gates with Bill, Richard and of course Ruby all there together again. Casey, when you need to talk to your daddy, all you have to do is whisper, and when you want to see him, all you have to do is dream! Peace and love to you baby girl! You have the best kind of guardian angel there is, her daddy!
February 15, 2012
Our Prayers are with the family. All I can picture up there is Richard and Bill doing those funny skits and people they made up. Juanita and the others they would do. They were so funny. Have missed them doing it.
Nelson and LeDelhia Hall
Amanda Stout
February 15, 2012
Thank you for sharing your wonderful husband and great father with us. He will be missed by everyone.
tucker heath
February 15, 2012
sorry to hear your loss
Mary Mitchell
February 15, 2012
To Abbey and Casey, I pretty much grew up in Brumley Gap and every Saturday night I was listening to the request show Ihe was an awesome man, may God comfort both you at this time and walk with you each day forward with all the comfort you need lies in JEsus
February 15, 2012
Sorry to here of the lose a very fine radio host just knew him from the radio station WXBQ and his saturday night dedications you will be sadly and greatly missed he will be missed by many gone but never to be forgotten
Melondie Horne
February 15, 2012
So sorry for you loss. Richard was an awsome person. I remember listening to him on wxbq when I was little. I would sit in my bedroom and listen to the request show would go off. I love listening to him talk to you all on the phone and then he would call Ruby. Can't forget Casey's Corner. He really loved his family so much. He was a great person and a family man. I followe Richard from WXBQ to WAXM. I remember driving though Norton one morning and him wanting people to drive by and honk at him and I did just because I loved him so much. May God be with Casey and Abby.. RIP Richard.. I hope to hear you on that Heavenly Radio Station one day. God Bless this family.
Anita Taylor
February 15, 2012
Someday we will meet again
over in the Promise Land....
Until then....our hearts will grieve
cause Richard "The Man" had to leave.
But up in Heaven we all know
He is smiling while looking below
He is waiting until that day when
he can tell us all about that place!
My deepest sympathy goes out to all the family & friends! Richard Quillen......you'll CERTAINLY BE MISSED =(
February 15, 2012
No offense to Steve, but there has never been a better way to start your day than with Richard and Bill (the Morning Air Studs)We can't imagine that Richard has joined Bill so soon, but we think God knew they were meant to be together and we're sure he is being entertained. We always enjoyed Casey's Corner on Sat. night. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Abby, Casey, the guys at WXBQ/WAXM, and all the fans, Rick & Kaye Malone Blountville, TN
February 15, 2012
February 15, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Quillen family.
Bennie & Nancy Bishop
February 15, 2012
my heart goes out to richards family you all are in my prayers and thoughts i loved to listen to richard and steve on the mas show and especially saturday nights and casey corner
ROBIN CHAPMAN
February 15, 2012
he always lifted my spirts he will be dearly missed GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY .
February 15, 2012
Joe and Sue Huff
February 15, 2012
To the Quillen Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
February 15, 2012
he will be missed tiffany clark
Cheryl White
February 15, 2012
I will remember Richard as the upbeat, fun loving guy that everyone loved..He could always bring a smile to your face...Go rest high on that moutain my friend...you will always be in our hearts..
Wilma Clark
February 15, 2012
Rest In Peace Richard , You are going to be missed. Casey always remember how much your dad loved you. Loved to listen to him on Saturday nights especially Casey Corner. God will guide you and the family thru this difficult time. RIP
Caroline Hardy
February 15, 2012
Richard was loved by all of us that listened to him on WXBQ. We will all miss him. Our prayers go out to his family. Caroline Hardy ( Hampton, Tn).
Natasha Hudson
February 15, 2012
I missed hearing his voice in the mornings and on saturday night on the request show when he left a year ago, it hasn't been the same since he left. My sympathy and prayers go out to his family, especially Casey, because I know she was the light of his life. He will definitely be missed. So sorry for your loss. Words can't express how much I am truly sorry about his untimely death. May god comfort you in this time of grief.
Easterling Family
February 15, 2012
Abbey and Casey,
So sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this time. We didn't know Richard personally but, felt like he was a friend from listening to him on WXBQ.
February 15, 2012
so sorry to hear about your loss i always loved to hear Richard on the radio my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends
Aliesa Cooper
February 15, 2012
only knew him from the WXBQ, but he will be greatly missed...prayers are with all the family at this time of sorrow
troy dale
February 15, 2012
sorry to here about the loss of a good man and a loving husban and a great daddy he will be missed by everyone who knew him
Pat Pennington
February 15, 2012
so sorry he will really be miss
Dena Eaton
February 15, 2012
Im sorry for your loss , he was a really good radio announcer ,i enjoyed listening to him on WXBQ . God Bless you all
February 15, 2012
so sorry to hear of Richards passing for many years i enjoyed his call in show on Saturday nights loved to listen to "Caseys corner"peace be with you and your precious daughter
T & L Clifton
February 15, 2012
So sorry for the Quillen's loss...Richard truely was a one of a kind man...He will always be in our hearts...God truely has a wonderful angel with him now....
Micki Paul
February 15, 2012
Abby,Casey, I'm so sorry to hear of your lose. U will be in my toughts.My family loved to listen to Richard on my daughters 21st b-day we got to talk to him. It was always fun listing for u also casey. Hoping your hearts will find a way to heal.
Garry & Pat Smith
February 15, 2012
Our Hearts and prayers go out to you and Casey.
Tom Walk
February 15, 2012
Steve,
So sorry for your loss. May angels wrap you and the family in sheltering arms.
Robin Montgomery
February 15, 2012
There are no words to express how much he will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to all of his wonderful family.
Scotty Campbell
February 15, 2012
My friend. My former 96.9 WXBQ co-worker. My mentor. I miss him already. Always remember the good times together. Always! I am thankful that this earth is not the last stop and that heaven is a place that has no illnesses or pain.
Scotty Campbell
February 15, 2012
The Leonard Family
February 15, 2012
Abby, Casey & The Quillen Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We pray that you will find comfort in our Lord during this difficult time. Richard was a funny man and always had a smile on his face. You could tell in his voice the love that he had for his family and that Casey was the light of his world. We always enjoyed listening to him on Saturday night and loved Casey's Corner. We often talked about how we felt there was never a dull moment at the Quillen House with the things that Casey and Richard shared on the show. We loved to hear them laugh together, it thrilled our hearts. Hold on to all the many memories and we as his fans will as well. May God bless you all.
Nancy Porter
February 15, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Donna White
February 15, 2012
So sorry for your loss,the love for you both came shinning through on the radio.Love to listen to Casey's corner.Saturday nights were never the same after he left radio and now the Tri-Cites will never be the same.May he rest in peace and I pray God give you both comfort to get through this difficult time.
Thelma Blake
February 15, 2012
What a loss we are all sharing, but most of all his dearest family are suffering the most. Words are never adequate at a time like this. My consolations are the memories such as Bill and Richard together (what a team!), Casey trick or treating at Halloween at our door, Casey and William crawling under my coffee table playing together, Casey eating cheese stuffed crust from our pizza, Abby and Richard getting introduced, then getting married, the birth of Casey, Richard's eulogy at Bill's Celebration of Life, and memories, and memories, and memories. Memories can be sweet and memories can be bitter. I pray the sweet one's are stronger and sustain you during this time along with God's help. I will pray for you daily, because prayers do help. I believe Richard and Bill are together once again and quite a pair!
I love each of you,
Thelma Blake
February 15, 2012
I never had the pleasure of meeting Richard in person, but when I heard of his passing it seemed as though I had lost a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
sherry taylor
February 15, 2012
Abby and Casey: Richard was truly one of a kind. His happy personality, his compassion, and kindness will live on forever. Never ever forget how much he loved you two, especially Casey. Casey you were the light of his life and the heartbeat in his chest. He loved you so much and was so very proud of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers and know he will never be forgotten.
Michael Ottinger
February 15, 2012
Always wanted to listen to Richard whether he was at WXBQ or WAXM. Radio and Saturday nights in Virginia and East Tennessee will never be the same. My prayers go out to Casey.
Carol Hensley
February 15, 2012
Abby and Casey,
My deepest sympathy in the passing of Richard. The funniest memory I have of Richard was when he and Steve had Kelly Pickler eating marshmallows and talking!! It was the funniest thing I had ever heard! Those are the kind of memories that we all will share of Richard. May God bless you and know that the prayers of everyone in the Tri-Cities area is for you that you may be comforted during this sad time.
Amelia Trent
February 15, 2012
Richard Quillen will be sorely missed by all. His Saturday night request show was the BEST!!! He was a GREAT radio personality! And I LOVED Casey's Corner segment. Thoughts and prayers go out for Casey and the rest of his family!!!!
Amelia McFarlane
February 15, 2012
Steve and Family
I am so sorry to hear about Richard.
When I think of WXBQ I think of Richard; a joy to listen to.
May God Bless you during this sad time.
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