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Deidre
September 7, 2022
Sitting here thinking how I love to hit the road and travel at the drop of a hat. Lol! I know one of my main trips would´ve been to see you. That was literally our last conversation. Just know you are so missed and always loved. Your cousin for life
Deidre Wells
September 7, 2020
Wow...almost 14 years without your smile and that laugh you always had. Lol! I miss you still cousin! I know you’re good tho oh and that auntie Missy is spoiling you right now. Lol! Well I missed you 14years ago and I miss you today. But I’m so grateful that I got one last hug, kiss, & “I love you Cuz” it would be more than I knew then. But definitely comfort that soothes me now. Until next time...I love you Rich!
Mom
July 27, 2018
My son what I guy to raise and keep before the Lord for. It's amazing today 7/27/18 is the first time I actually seen this page. His life was short but he impacted a lot of souls for the King.
chica
November 12, 2007
What up homeboy, its been a minute since I last wrote to you. I actually stopped writting because I thought that your guestbook was off already. I'm glad it isn't though. I missed you a lot homeboy. Words can't even describe how much I miss you. I went to your daughter's baptism it was real nice. I cried to one of the songs they sang at the church. I just started thinking about you and the tears just came flowing down. Its real hard to get over the fact that you are no longer with us. Sometimes I find myself talking to the picture your mom gave me just wishing it would talk back. Though it doesn't I know you hear what I'm saying. Your daughter is so beatiful and its a shame that she will never get to know who you are. She looks like you a lot though, you shine through her too. She looked so beatiful are her baptism with her white dress on. Its so unfortunate that you won't get to see your little girl grow up into the beatiful woman that she will be. I love you homie and you will always have a special place in my heart. You or your memory will never be forgotten. And you will live on through your daughter. Watch over Marques, Fudd, and Angel for me, ok. Love you my boy Rich Porter.
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chica
September 10, 2007
What
up homeboy? Damn, homie its officially a year since the day you were taken
away from us. I can't believe its already here. It came so quickly. I
still miss you a lot and truthfully speaking I'll always miss you a
lot. That's one thing that will never change. I finally got some
pictures of you from that night we all went to the club to see marques
and angel perform. That night was sooo much fun and that was the last
time I had that much fun with you. It was so hard to take in the day I
received a text saying that you were no longer with us. I cried sooo
much because a real good dude and friend was taken away from me so quickly.
I wasn't prepared for something like that to happen and I don't think
I'll ever be. In some ways I didn't want to believe it because I still
waited to see drive through the block in the impala. Hop out the whip
and do your "side to side" dance that you would always do whenever it
came on. I miss all the crazy things you would do and say sometimes. It
was(still is) a real good pleasure to have you in my life. You might
not be here in the physical but you sure are here in memory and spirit.
You will be missed forever and always by any and everyone who knew you.
And even more by those who knew you well. I know I'll always miss you.
Well homie I'm going to leave it here for now but not for long. Until
next time I love you, my boy Rich Porter.
August 27, 2007
I can't believe that it's going on a year that you became an Angel!! We all still think of you very much, RIP!!
Kelley Kel
August 23, 2007
Nephew, its coming up on 365 days that youve been away from us and with the Lord GOD Almighty. Boy every part about your life from day one at the hospital in NJ up until the last day we talked that thursday in september and gave each other that eye of perfect love that we have for each other. Like you wanted too just hug me tight but you did it spiritually.That look that we both know that everything was cool just like you. Me and jr watched you from the window like we always did as you left the bldg. At 18 years of age you were a mogul on this earth and for eternally with GOD. Wear that crown Rich I can see you know. Wear that crown in Jesus name.******RICHLYF******
chica
August 16, 2007
What up homeboy? I just stopped in because I was thinking about you and I wanted to share something with you. I started crying in the club because they played a sond that reminded me of you. I felt a little embarassed because I let them people see me weak. but for you and your memory I'll let anyone see me at my weakest. damn homeboy I miss you a lot but I'll always keep you in my heart and in my memories. you were a good friend and I'll never ever forget you homey. until next time I miss and love you my boy Rich Porter.
DEIDRE WELLS
August 3, 2007
HEY LIL CUZ, SORRY IT TOOK ME SO LONG 2 STOP BY AND SAY HI. WELL THE TRUTH IS ITZ STILL HARD 4 ME REMEMBERING THE DAYZ IN THE COUNTRY WHEN YOU CAME DOWN AND ALL THE PLAYING AND FIGHTING WE DID ESPECIALLY WITH U BEING THE YOUNGEST AND THE ONE DOING ALL THE BULLYIN. BUT N-E WAYZ I ALWAYS ENJOYED U. EXCUSE ME IM GETTING CHOCKED UP RIGHT NOW. U KNOW I FOUND YOUR PICTURE THE OTHER NIGHT AND ALL I COULD THINK ABOUT WAS THE LAST TIME I SAW U AND U KEPT TRYIN 2 TALK ME INTO COMING UP AN HANGING OUT WIT U FOR A CHANGE. WELL IT HURTS TO KNOW THAT I WEREN'T ABLE 2 DO THAT. THANKS 4 GIVING ME THAT LAST HUG AND KISS ON THE CHEEK 2 HOLD ON 2. BUT UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN I LUV U BOY.
July 12, 2007
I just stopped by cause you popped into my mind, hope you're watching over those close to you.
chica
July 1, 2007
What up homeboy? I was just thinking about my birthday party that I had last week. I really wished you could have been there to celebrate it with me. Though you weren't there in person, you were there in spirit and in memory. I at least have one birthday memory with you and that's all I need. Keep an eye out for marques, fudd, and angel for me. Marques's son was born June 4, he named him Richard Jihad. So no matter what you'll always be around. Well I'ma leave you on that note. Until next time 1 love and I will always miss you Richard.
ashley w
June 21, 2007
HEY RICHARD,
I just was up in eastorange seein the fam for uncle richard's retirement party and i was just thinking bout how much of fun you wouldve brought to the party i was looking in you're moms eyes and i saw you for some reason i couldnt help not but to cry even though we cant see you i feel like some times i can hear you .Not one day goes by when you are not in my mine . I just thought id come here and show some love. Sometimes when i feel like i am being treated the worst i just pray and i feel like ur the only one who makes me feel better . Well until i see you again stay up baby boy . LOVE YA,YOU'RE COUSIN ASHLEY
May 23, 2007
Hello Richard just wanted you to know that Yes you are still on all our minds!!! Hot days are here and everybody gonna being chillin down on the block again everybody but you miss you and please keep an eye out on your peoples that are down here, try and guide them in the right direction!!! Until next time my dude....Peace
chica
April 24, 2007
Richard, what up homeboy. Just saw the ne-yo video and I immediately thought of you. I wish you here to share these nice days we've been having. Because without you they're really not all that nice. I miss seeing you bugging out with everybody and making us all laugh with the funny things you say. Well homeboy I'm leave it here for now but not for long. I miss and love you homie, we all do.
April 10, 2007
Hey you just wanted to stop by and show you that yes you are still being thought of down here. As I sat back and watched spring bling and seen Neyo's performance I couldn't help but think of you this weekend so I just wanted to stop by and show you some love!!!
March 23, 2007
Richard sweetie we missing you down here the beautiful days are gonna be here soon but there's not going to be a beautiful smile to add to that day you won't be chillin out here with everyone. Just keep everyone safe cause you know how people start acting up once the nice days start coming. We miss your presence down here but we know your loving it up there.
Martha
March 10, 2007
hay bro: we all miss you down here .. especially mom..today she preached at church ..an your boys showed up ..i know you were smiling .. cause she was .. i know u want them all saved .. so they can get were your at..so we all love you an we miss you ..will always love you ...
chica
March 6, 2007
Hey
homeboy, I'm back again to say what up. We all miss u as usual, there isn't
a day that goes by when we don't miss you. Sometimes some of us sit
back and reminisce about the things you did. All the good memories we
have of you, we hold them deeply in our hearts. I didn't get a chance
to wish you a happy birthday. So HAPPY (belated, really late) BIRTHDAY,
better late then never rite. Its hard trying to get over the fact that
your gone. Though your not forgotten, we still wish you could be here
with us in the physical. Not just in the spiritual, but we love you
whether your here or there. Well homeboy just wanted to let you know
that your still thought of and very much loved and missed by us all.
Love you Richard a.k.a Rich Porter.
March 3, 2007
Just stopping by to show some love and let you know that you definately are always being thought of and spoken about down here on this earth. Richard your memory is always going to live on!!!!
February 12, 2007
HAPPY BIRTHDAY RICHARD!!!!!!!!!!!!
C.R
February 11, 2007
hey richard just stoppin by to tell u that i miss u!! n i wntd to wish you a happy birthday cuz even though ur not with us today ur spirit still is!! love u!!
February 7, 2007
Hey Richard,
It's been a minute since I've stopped by to say Hi, just know that everyone still thinks of you and misses you. Keep Smiling sweetie!!
Aunt K HK
February 1, 2007
It seems so crazy that your gone from the earth, RICH. Man you really shined the 18 years you were here with us. Heaven is much betta I can only imagine. Love you, Baby boy
January 31, 2007
I had a dream last night and you were in it. You were sharing your larger than life spirit with everyone in the neighborhood. Your smile was so bright. In my dream you told me that you were safe and that ALL is well. I truly believe that you are taken care of and are with all of us each day.
Thank you for blessing us during the time that you had with us on earth. Even though you are not in this physical world right now I know that your energy is all around us..everyday....Thank you!
chica
January 9, 2007
Hey homeboy, its been a long while since the last time i dropped you a line. But im back now, i hope your watching down on us and that you bless us everyday with your spiritual presence. Everyday i sit back and think of how much i miss seeing down on 2nd. Or anywhere for that matter, everytime i seen you i had a smile on my face. Because thats how goofy you were, you would just make me laugh with the little things you did. Its little things like that that make me miss you the most. Of course i cant forget that beautiful smile you had. We all really miss you homeboy and i still cant believe that your gone. This year is going to be a lonely one without you. There isnt going to be anyone to make it as fun as you would of made it. I hope your looking down on and watching over for marques. I shouldnt hope because i know you are. Keep him safe. Well homeboy I love you and will always and forever miss you.
allentown
January 2, 2007
The New year is here (2007), continue to watch over your family & homies from up above. This world is a crazy place to live in, just try to guide those that you see walking in the wrong direction back onto the right one. Miss your presence on this earth but you're in a much better place, love ya!!!
Little Brother
December 26, 2006
a good friend/ brother that will be well missed in my life and around town when i need something my big brother was there for me. He'd always lift me up when I was sad. I'll always miss and love you forever.Your the greatest brother a guy could ask for
Aunt Kelley (your second Mom)
December 22, 2006
Happy Birthday Jesus. I know your parising GOD all day baby. Nephew Rich ,Im sure you asked GOD to connect spirits with your Grama Martha too .continue too celebrate Jesus (what am I saying your gonna do that without my saying) I just miss your sweet honest presence. I miss your love ,too. Eternally blessed you are in glory!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 22, 2006
Richard another holiday to celebrate and your not here you are very much missed and thought of down here. This year you are in the heavens going to celebrate Jesus Christ birthday and you are probably going to be up there doing a little rap performance for him :) anyway know that you are very much missed and always being thought of although you're not here physically spiritually I know your all around. God Bless you always.
Merry Christmas Richard!!!!!
Aunt Kelley
December 4, 2006
My Rich, I know you were eaten eaten heavenly manna not just thanksgiving but daily . Heaven is eternal,theris no more time in heaven. You were very deep here on earth and GOD makes no mistakes. Eternally Blessed in Jesus name.
November 28, 2006
Hey Richard just wanted to stop by and say Hi, Thanksgiving just went by and I hope you were feasting up there like we were all doing down here wishing you could've been down here w/your family like I was with mine. Soon Christmas will be here and then the new year and it's crazy cause it feels like I just seen you the other day down on 2nd chillin and it's going on a few months that you haven't been able to bless anyone with your presence or your smile. Richard I can't help but think of how you were taking from this world way too soon and it saddens me daily but I'm sure, rather I know you're in a better place right now. God Bless You and I'll be back every now and then to check in with you!!!!
jenny riddick
November 23, 2006
wow hey rich been a while since i have wrote in here but anyways happy thanksgiving and plz talk to nell u see what he has been up to plz talk to him well bye for now
November 22, 2006
Hey Richard,
Tomorrows Thanksgiving and I hope that although you can't be with your family physically that you be with them spiritually. You are still very much missed and thought of in every little thing that happens down here.
ashley
November 17, 2006
hey richard,
Its mr again i just wanted to make sure that u were showed as much love as possible . The last past week was so hard i felt that The only person i could talk to was you. But u werent here. The preacher told us that when its time u have to go.But now i kno its true u were my influence that made me happy.U were the person who never had a bad day.Ican write a letter Or i can just send a note threw the gateways of heaven. Im leaving u peice of my heart because I love you and i always will.
Tamara Matos
November 14, 2006
Hey Richard just wanted to stop by and say hello and to let you know you are missed and loved.
ashley white
November 12, 2006
To richard,
Richard u were my cousin/bestfriend.i kno i only saw u only 1 a year but the days i seen u there was nothing but a smile on ur face. The last time i saw u was at the family picnic. U looked sharp with ur rocawear.At thetime ur favorite song was i kno u see it. It is so hard for me to forget all the fun times we had when u use to make homevideos with us. I kno u are not on this earth but u are right in mine and everyone elses heart. YOU will never be forgotten as hardas ppl may try. Its been hard for me to look at pictures or words about u without crying.But i kno it is ok to cry now because i kno u are safe in god's arms. Ikno he hada plan for u when we were all sitting at the picnic table and there were 10 sec. of silence. YOU just stood there and looked at us.At that time i knew u were god's angel.Ican go on and on with wods to say bout how happy u were but i cant.All i can say is dat i will keep an eye on the fam and i hope u keep an eye on us.Iwill always love u richard forever and always
November 8, 2006
Hey Richard just wanted to stop by and say hi and let you know that you're still very much missed and being thought of down here. I hope you're up there watching over your family and making sure there all doing well. I wish I could look up to the sky and smile & just see you crack a smile back, one day we will all see that smile again and them beautiful white teeth! Take care!!
your favorite Auntie
October 26, 2006
I think of you daily, my nephew. I will see you again in the kingdom of GOD.
October 17, 2006
You're always on my mind, I don't think that a day passes by that I don't think of you, it's hard to believe still that I won't see you in passing. Richard we miss you down here I hope you know you were loved by many people.
October 6, 2006
I feel so very sad that you're gone. I know all of the wonderful gifts that you possessed inside of your heart- and was looking forward for you to having the opportunity to give your gifts to others for years to come. I wish that there was something more that I could've done to keep you here. I feel blessed to have known you-trruly blessed. You gave others great joy to just know you- and to just be in your presence. I know your spirit will be leading those who are lost- along the way to a peaceful place. I wish your family enormous peace, and love. Richard was such a kind soul and he will be greatly celebrated and missed by all.
October 6, 2006
I just wanted to stop by and say that you're being thought of today and everyday as well as your family. Everyday I see a young man your age smiling and laughing and wish you were still in this world but the lord had better plans for you. Just know that your presence is truly missed!!!
Kelley Humpries
October 4, 2006
*WOW* I KNEW FROM DAY ONE- MY ONE OF A KIND NEPHEW RICH WOULD TOUCH LIVES ON THIS EARTH. God wanted you in the kingdom for his eternal heavenly work. For all that want to see Rich again follow GOD and love Jesus as Richard did then Heaven will be your eternall home. I can go on and one, but I must stop now. My soul was apart of Richard's soul, he meant everything to me and our family.Alot of his friends remember him from alot of rap song's but I sure wont forget all the gospel music he loved to sing to us and dance too as well. He will be missed but never ever forgotten.My baby. GOD will repay.
Love you RICh,
always Aunt Kelley
natalie esteras
October 3, 2006
hey richard. its me natalie...i miss you so much. you taught me alot and i cant believe what had happened to you. your in a better place and watch over us. please say h ti my dad. love you always..
Tamara Matos
September 29, 2006
Hey Richard, it's Tamara, stopping by to show you some more love. You have no idea how much I miss you boy! I have your homegoing program pinned at my desk at work and cannot help but look and stare at it everyday with tears in my eyes. I know you are looking down on everyone and making sure that they are on the up and up. I am having a tough time dealing with you not being here on this earth, but I know you are up there showing off your pearly whites and your beautiful smile telling everyone to "KICK ROCKS"! Love you! The other mom, Tamara :). PS- I miss you so much that I made a photo album especially for you!
Chica
September 28, 2006
Hey homeboy, just thought I check in with you one more time before it gets taken off. Its been lonely down here without you. We dont have anybody to come down the block playing their music loud and stopping in the middle of the street to get their car and dance. I really miss that the most. I hope your keeping an eye out for Marques, make sure he is good at all times. You were his homeboy for real and I know he really misses you. Well actually, we all miss you a lot. You were the light to our dark alleys and now we can never light that light again. But for some reason you still are shinning your light in our alley. Well homeboy ima sign off but I will be back on last time. Keep on twisting your body from side to side.
September 25, 2006
Hey Richard just wanted to check in and let you know that you are and will always be in our thoughts. As each day and weekend pass without you all we can do is remember you and what you brought to our days, the laughter, the messing, around the wilding out and of course just chillin. My dude you will be forever missed but not forgotten!! RIP for ETERNITY we will all bump heads one day and laugh, mess around, and chill once again.
September 22, 2006
Richard it is so hard to stop thinking of what happen. Everyday I sit here and think of how many peoples lives you touched and how much everyone is missing you. I know that you're in a way better place right now and that you're in peace smiling down at everyone with the beautiful smile that everyone remembers. Your memory will always live on, once again RIP Richard and keep :) smiling!!
Jennifer Mitchell
September 21, 2006
One thing i would not forget is when you use to take samya to the store and buy her the most messiest ice cream you could find and hand her back so i could deal with the mess. Another thing i wont forget is the day i called you neyo, everybody must have called you neyo that day cuz you told me off. You are being missed.
Emerald
September 20, 2006
hey babe, just checking in again. I really miss you, its so hard down here without you, I feel so lost. Im not use to not hearing your ringtone, or you not picking me up from home or school. The days are so long without you. Fud is maintaining he wishes he could've made it to the service. I hope your making sure he is ok. Everytime I hear "sexy love" i think about you. I love you, my NEYO:-)! Kisses to up above.
your booboo
Chica
September 20, 2006
What up homeboy ... its been a few days since your funeral. Wow, homeboy you touched alot of people and alot of hearts. So much people came to show you love and respect. It was a good service and your mom praised you alot. She cellabrated your life and let it be known that your spirit will still live on. It definitely will, because you left behind a part of you. She is a beautiful baby girl. Emerald will also hold a part of you in her heart. You will also live in the hearts of those you touched and you will never be forgotten. You will be loved by many, missed by all ... In Loving Memory of Richard a.k.a Rich Porter ...
Jessica
September 19, 2006
Richard, I didn't know you to well but most of the time I went to Sister Girl's house you were there. From what I've seen you were a sweet heart to everyone and to all the kids, occasionaly takin mines to the store for some kind of sweets, thats how I came to know you as, the sweetie who took the kids to the store, that and that big beautiful smile you always had on. It was wierd how I saw you and Marques at the Labor day picinic having a good time, to hearing the news from my sister, It was a shocker. Just remember that you are in a far better off place it doesnt feel like that now but the truth is that you are. I'll keep your family and your daughter in my prayers. Keep smiling that beautiful smile down on them and remember that your will meet again.
Jessica (Dyshaun's sis-in-law)
tisha
September 18, 2006
rich po we miss u so much. we will keep your name alive. LOVE YOU and watch over us.
Jessi
September 17, 2006
Richard was a good friend to everybody. he could make everybody laugh. i will always miss you and remember you.
love ya
Ashley
September 17, 2006
RICHARD,
I can't believe your gone. It still hasn't hit me. I know your gonna be looking down watching over everybody making sure we're all ok. We all miss you so much. I'll never forget the times you made me laugh. You will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace i love you.
Sylvetrice Wells
September 17, 2006
Hey richard,I'm sorry I didn't get the chance to see you the last time you came home, but I got your message.I guess the thought that plays in my head now is from the last time you came down and you showed me the pictures of your baby. All I can remember is you smiling and being happy. You will be missed. Until we meet again. Love you. Your cousin
Trina*
jenny and pernell riddick
September 16, 2006
hey rich
wow yesterday was ur funeral ur family did such a good job. it was beautiful. nell seems to be in a daze cuz on friday nell said u was with him that night chillin in front of ur house he misses u so much and i can really tell all he has been sayin to me thankyou for saving me and being my wife. we really miss u and now i wont be able to argue with him when he says he gonna go and chill with u but its ok cuz on the other side i know i am gonna have to deal with it again.lol
Shannon Sicher
September 16, 2006
In spirit of Richard:
Wow, my soul sits in disbelief. I met you nearly a year ago on one of my many visits to Loydsville to visit my son Pernell who happen to have been your roommate. Your smile, your attitude, your Joe self seemed to turn what seemed like a long ride, a gloomy visiting area, and a long day into the a Good day. As fate would have it you and Pernell's friendship continued on once the both of you came home. I still remember the day you jumped out of your car at Woody's on Hanover Avenue and with so much life and happiness in you insisted I call Pernell right then for you to talk to you. I would be privilaged with your presence thereafter, and you would seem to make a grand appearance with your music blasting, your big smile, and your inviting hugs. In the very little time that I have known you it appears that no matter where your life journey had taken you your pleasant personality, respectful attitude, and zest for life was transparent. I keep thinking of Pernell and you at Memorial Pool this summer the only two fully geared while everyone else swimming ya two profiling. My condolences and admiration go out to your mother who has had the job of raising and rearing you since birth. In addition my son came home from your viewing expressing how sweet your mom was and how touched he was by how she sent you home to the I'm sure one of God's many mansions. She has celebrated your life rather than dwelling on your death. She got across to your friends that your body is gone but your spirit is living on. Today has been a sad day watching the affect your passing has had on my son Pernell. I'm sure what the devil meant for bad God is using for his glory. I'm sure the loss of my son's friend from his perspective has forced him to evaluate his own life to the fullest, evaluate his own thinking errors, his own decisions be them good or bad, evaluate the way he continues to live out his daily life. Watch over Pernell from the heaven Rich. Whisper to his conscious when you see him falling, failing, or facing up to his responsibilies as a father, a man, a good son, and a good citizen. PERNELL WILL NEVER FORGET THE TIMES YOU TWO SPENT TOGETHER IN A PLACE WHERE AS HE PUT IT THE REALNESS IN ONE ANOTHER IS EXPOSED. YOUR FRIENDSHIP WILL FOREVER BE IN HIS HEART AND YOUR PRESENCE AROUND HIS FAMILY WILL BE MISSED DEARLY. MAY GOD ALLOW YOU TO REST IN A PEACE THAT SURPASSES ALL OF OUR UNDERSTANDING AND WISDOM. ALSO, I AGREE WITH THE STATEMENT: ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG AND YES YOU WERE WAY TO YOUNG TO HAVE LEFT US SO SOON.
Shannon (Pernell's mom)
Emerald
September 15, 2006
Baby I miss you so much, ill give anything to have you back. These last couple of days i felt so empty i dont know what to do without you we did everything together. i miss seeing your big smile, your beautiful teeth, i miss our little fights, i miss everything about you. I cant sleep without you, I need you. Babe i love you so much.
I will always love you,
forever your boo boo
Chica
September 15, 2006
What up homeboy? Its me Chica again. A little after you died,may be like 2 or 3 days,i realized something that I said to you. Remember that night we all had on ATF shirts. Well you know how I had everybodies name on my shirt. But I forgot yours' and I told you that the next shirt I make. I'll put your name on it. Its ironic that the next shirt I had made for me is a R.I.P shirt with your name on it. The last memory I'll have of you is that night. We were all wildling out; I took pictures of yous bugging out on the stage. We were all having so much fun. Keep smiling and being free homeboy. Love ya Rich Porter ....
Younise DeJesus
September 15, 2006
I've known Richard for Five years. When i heard what happen to you I coundn't believe it and still this day i dont want to believe it but im try to deal with it but its very hard. I cry every night wishing you was still here. R.I.P i miss you and we will never forget you. I love you
jonathan hein
September 15, 2006
GOD bless u will be missed u always picked us up when we was down and we love u for that but it is true THE GOOD DIE YOUNG! we will miss u but u will always be remembered.
Kathy (Boys & Girls Club)
September 15, 2006
We never understand why terrible things happen in our lives but at this time i pray to God that he eases the pain in the hearts of Tanya, Martha, Japhia and William and give them the strength to go on with their lives. Richard you will always be remembered for your smile and your laughter.
WILMALINE SANTIAGO
September 14, 2006
I KNEW RICHARD SINCE WE WERE LITTLE HE USED TO BE MY NEXT DOOR NEIGHBOR. HE WAS A REALLY NICE KID AND WAS VERY FRIENDLY. WHO WOULD OF THOUGHT THAT THE NIGHT BEFORE YOUR LIFE WAS TAKEN I SEEN YOU AND IT WAS GOING TO BE THE LAST TIME I SEEN YOU ON THE BLOCK. BUT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND MISSED. MY CONDOLENCES AND SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO HIS MOM TONYA AND ALL THE FAMILY. R.I.P RICHARD YOUR GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.
Stephanie
September 14, 2006
Richard was a great person to be around.He was always smiling.We love you Lil' Dick.....RIP Richard
chu-chu /brandon aka scrap
September 14, 2006
it was hard to hear that richard was gone but as days go by i will always think about you, you was a good person and always showed love i met you about 7 years ago we was cool peoples i just wanna say rest in peace and you will always be in my heart and you will be gone but not forgotten 1 love no other R.I.P love ya
janie decker
September 14, 2006
Little Rich, Shocked to hear the news that you are gone, God must have wanted that beaming smile and great personality up above. I know you will be lookin down on each and every one of us, please watch over Scrap for me, you are one person who always ask about him when he was gone. Also making sure I was okay. May God bless you and your family, and may he be by your mother's side thru these this time.
Chica
September 14, 2006
Damn, homeboy I can't believe your gone. You will always be in my heart and I will always miss you. Your smile brightened up everyone's day. Your presents made me happy. I will always remember how much of a good person you were. I'll always remember you coming down to the block playing your music so loud; especially the song from Three 6 Mafia "Side 2 Side". I love you and will always miss you... Rich Porter. To his family I send my deepest condolences. He was a good friend and a good person.
juan lopez
September 14, 2006
wow!!! I cant believe your gone. The last time i seen you was about a month ago and you were driving and had a big smile on your face. The last thing i remember saying to you is to be safe! I remember when you first came down here and you were in my fifth grade class and ever since then we were kool. I never thought something like this would happen. you will always be remember and missed. God Bless your family.
Monique Shakes
September 14, 2006
I have had the blessing of meeting Richard through my niece, Jahnyce. He was always smiling and joking around and that's what I'll always remember about him. My sympathy for his family and everyone he had a chance to touch with his charm. He will surely be missed.
EBONY AKA LIL SIS
September 14, 2006
RICHARD WAS LIKE A BROTHER TO ME. IM GOING TO MISS HIM SO SO MUCH. IT HURT ME TO HEAR THAT HE WAS GONE AND STILL EVERY MORNING I WAKE UP I STILL CANT BELIEVE HE IS REALLY GONE.. ITS LIKE I HEAR HIS VOICE IN MY HEAD EVERY NIGHT ITS A SCARY THOUGHT BUT I JUST DONT WANT THAT VOICE TO LEAVE BECAUSE ITS LIKE DEEP DOWN INSIDE HE IS STILL HERE ! I JUST REFUSE TO LET HIM GO. IT HURTS SO SO MUCH AND I PRAYED EVERYDAY SO FAR TO HOPE THAT RICHARD'S DEATH ISN'T TRUE MAN..HE REALLY TREATED ME LIKE A SISTER OF HIS OWN.. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE HIM AND MISS HIM AND THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A SPECIAL PLACE FOR HIM IN MY HEART! I LOVE U RICHARD..
Your other mother, Tamara Matos
September 13, 2006
My dearest Richard, it is hard to believe that your presence will be no more. You will always be loved by the Birch and Matos Family. Especially by my daughter, Jahynce. In 2004, when Jahnyce brought you home to meet the family, I knew you were special. Our family welcomed you with open arms. Your radiant and beautiful smile lit up the room every time you entered our home. Your funny laugh, your charismic ways, and your crazy and hilarious sayings such as "KICK ROCKS" made us laugh! You will be truly missed. Sleep well my son. You are one of GOD'S angels now! Prayers and condolences go out to the Humphries and Abrams Family.
Mrs. Groves
September 13, 2006
WOW Richard, what a shock!!! I can remember Richard as a little boy at Mosser. When I worked with him, he always was a great person and a happy person with a GREAT big smile on his face. That anyone that knew him knows what i mean. The smile would warm your heart. He was always very respectful even after him and my son were grown and he would stop by the house. Always was hi Mrs. Groves how are you I would say you can call me by my name and he would say no your Mrs. Groves.. Always looking out for the other person and his family. He always talked about family and taking care of them. We will never know why things like this happen. That all we live for is to die someday. We just have to know that God would only let this happen for all the right reasons... The days to come will be hard and LONG.. But as time goes on the pain will get easier but not a day will go by that you don't think of Richard.. His love for life was so strong and he was so liked no not liked he was loved by all who lives he has touched. To his mother you did a GREAT job in raising your son.. to his brothers and sister all of which I had at school just keep your heads up and remember that your brother will be looking down on you and keep all of the good, happy, and sad memories close to your heart. They will help you in the days to come... Until you all meet him in that glory land above. Remember that you can do all things through Christ who strengtheneths you. May God Bless you all in this time of your great loss..
James Kelleher
September 13, 2006
I met Richard about a year ago when I first began working with an agency he participated with. I have worked with kids for nearly ten years and the spirit and charisma that he had was a rare and amazing thing. I often asked him to speak to kids I was working with and he would eagerly embrace the opportunity to educate and encourage them to fly right. I always looked foward to his visits to our office and enjoyed conversation with him about his future plans and the wisdom he would have liked to shared to younger kids. He was an old soul in a young man and his absence I'm sure will be felt widely and sadly. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and with him.
Vicky Humphries-Price
September 13, 2006
To the family of Richard
Our prayers go with the family of Richard. We are the Humphries Clan of Kokomo, Indiana. God knew what was best, so He took him on home to a better place. He will be greatly missed, but stay strong, for one day we shall see him again in heaven.
God Bless
We all love all of you
Vicky L. Humphries-Price and the Indiana Humphries Families
Jessica Baker
September 13, 2006
I knew Richard very well several years ago when I worked with him at Harrison Morton Middle School. He had an incredible spirit, wit, intelligence, charm, and generousity. I could always count on his smile to brighten my day. He will be missed greatly by his community. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Art (Trip) & Yahaira
September 13, 2006
So young and full of life... the good Lord has decided that it is now his turn to enjoy your presence. You may be gone but never forgotten, we will forever cherish the memories of you. May you rest in peace. To the family: our prayers are with you in this time of pain and hardship. God Bless.
Jay
September 13, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
TANYA VIERA
September 13, 2006
IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN YOU WERE AT THE HOUSE PICKING THE KIDS UP WITH EMERALD.IT'S SO HARD TO BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE GONE.YOU WILL DEFINITELY BE MISSED.THE KIDS WILL MISS YOU DEARLY BUT WE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE.MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.TO THE PARENTS THERE IS NO BOND AS GREAT AS THAT BETWEEN A PARENT AND A CHILD.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ARE WITH YOU AS YOU GRIEVE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE.GOD BLESS!
Jenny and Pernell riddick
September 13, 2006
Hey rich
wow just two days ago i seen u driving. U had a smile everyone will always remember.:) i knew u through my husband he was ur celly at ur last placement. u always seem jo lol u know what that means. its so sad ur gone and i will never hear u talk junk to nell about him being a faithfull husband. but no mater what ur always in my prayer and just look after nell and always tell him he came to far now to look back. well my deepest sympathy to ur family just take care and see u on the other side.
p.s me and nell called ur cell just to hear ur music plays i know nell wishes u would just pick up and talk to him one last time.
Sue Brader
September 13, 2006
I first met Richard when he was an 11 year old boy in the sixth grade. He came to school with a smile on his face everyday and could brighten my day with just a look. He was truly a remarkable person. He has always had a special place in my heart. Even after he left Harrison Morton when I would see him he would always smile and give me a big hug. He will be missed greatly. My prayers are with him and his family.
David Hein Jr.
September 13, 2006
I never forget all the good times we had together. Its too bad u had to go so soon. But u know the good die young. U will be missed and u will always b in our hearts
Joe and Janie McIver
September 13, 2006
Sister Tonya, Martha, William and Japhia, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We are so sorry to hear about Richard. We know that you and your children are very strong and will get through this time with your faith and trust in the Lord.
We send our love.
Vickie McIver
September 13, 2006
Sis Tonya and Family let the holy spirit comfort you. We are praying for you. Your church family loves you and we are here for you. We love you guys so much. Richard left us but the memory of him will always be with us especially his dance in church.
Love always
Vickie, Jeff and Falisha
Missy
September 13, 2006
I knew Richard through my sister Chica and when he'd go down to 2nd, I never had the chance to speak to him but always seen him smiling and just having a good time with everyone, his smile is what I'll always remember. Richard rest in peace you will always be remembered and missed, and for the family may god give you the strength to move forward. God Bless you all, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
SARA PEREZ
September 13, 2006
RICHARD
CANT BELIEVE YOUR GONE, IT WAS JUST A FEW DAYS AGO THAT I LAST SEEN YOU AN NOW YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE LOOKIN DOWN AT EVERYONE. WE WILL ALWAYS KEEP YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AN MISS YOU EVERYDAY. GOD BLESS YOU!!!!
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