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Hossein Parandeh
January 27, 2023
Miss my cousin, we were a year apart.
Joel Gernsheimer
January 27, 2022
I remember Richard very well. He was a very kind, caring and gently person. He is sorely missed. I also miss his wonderful mother, Kay Farian, who I worked with for many years at Lincoln Hospital, and who a wonderful person and physician! RIP Richard and Kay.
Joel Gernsheimer
Hossein Parandeh
January 27, 2021
Miss my cousin...
February 12, 2020
Richard was one of the most extra-ordinary men that I've ever met. Kind, gentle, considerate and intelligent...as well as more than handsome...he will be always missed by those who knew him.
Joel Gernsheimer
January 29, 2020
He was a very gentle and caring person. It was a real pleasure knowing him and his wonderful mother. I miss them both.
Joel Gernsheimer
Karen Steinhaus
June 30, 2015
Cousin, I think I missed something special about not knowing you. Perhaps in the next life we could all have a family reunion. Karen
July 31, 2014
When I was just out of art school and terrified of dealers, I screwed up the courage to go into his gallery on Thompson Street, because I loved his sensibility. I looked for a while and then he came out from the back room (just a wall really), and chatted with me. After a few minutes, the phone rang, he took it and then came out and said, "do you mind watching the gallery for a few minutes?". I was so honored. I held down the fort for a half hour or so, and then he returned, with a daffodil in hand -- for me. I was floored. And I never felt as intimidated by dealers after that. He was a wonderful man, and his shows were so thoughtful and close to his heart. Many of the artists he started out later became names. I was so shocked and sorry to hear of his passing. He will be remembered by so, so many in the art world whose lives he touched and enriched.
Stacey Geiser
February 12, 2013
I am very saddened by Richard's passing. Though I did not know him very well, he was one of those people that possessed a ”je ne sais quoi” quality that made him unforgettable. He had a welcoming smile and a genuine inquisitiveness that always put me at ease. Kind, generous, thoughtful and inspired is how I will remember him. My deepest sympathies go out to all his family and friends.
Lori Feret
February 8, 2013
Words cannot sum up how much I appreciated Richard and his love of the SS Columbia. He became a dear, dear friend, and I miss him greatly. My prayers go out to Ian and Richard's family.
Tom Ball
February 6, 2013
I just knew Richard for a short time. He was a delight and always wonderful company. He was a lovely man and I always knew I was in for a great time when having Dinner w. him and Ian. He wowed all of us here in Detroit, MI and me when I saw him in NYC. He was always such a kind, warm welcoming person. I am very saddened by his loss.
Kay Schloff
February 6, 2013
Just a note to thank Richard for all his work on the Columbia which I hope will continue - as a Detroiter I love the Columbia and its rescue will hopefully serve as a fitting tribute!
Hillary Brown
February 6, 2013
I am so deeply saddened about the loss of Richard. He was one of my dearest friends for the past 31 years. He was a true and authentic friend. I will always miss his warmth, support, honesty, wisdom and humor. He was taken from us far before his time.
Rip Hayman
February 6, 2013
I return from months working at sea and am so sorry to hear our dear friend and great enthousiast Richard has departed this life. He was a remarkable man in so many ways.
Yet i will always remember his vision for the SS Columbia and trust it will be eventually realized.
Ships sink and sailors sail on. Sailors are lost and ships sail on.....
Tom Rinaldi
February 5, 2013
A truly great person who I will remember for his ambition and his courtesy. Someone we're lucky to have known.
Lisa Cantrell
February 5, 2013
My husband, son and I met Richard at a friend's cabin on the Hudson and came to love his wit and open nature. I ahevn't seen him for years but he was one of those people I will always remember. My condolences to his family and all those who were lucky enough to know and love him well.
Michael Rebic
February 5, 2013
Richard was the consummate gentleman; to paraphrase Shakespeare: noble in reason, infinite in faculty, in thought and movement express and admirable…. I was honored to know him and my thoughts and prayers are with him, his partner and his family.
David Rocco
February 4, 2013
I first met Richard in August of 2006 at West Point during the Noveau Hudson Valley Festival. I, along with other volunteers, were involved in public outreach for a far fetched project by the name, Walkway Over the Hudson. Richard walked up to me at our table and introduced himself and started explaining to me about his crazy idea of bringing this abandoned historic day liner to the NY area with the goal of transporting people up and down the Hudson River to NYC and beyond. He proposed that maybe the SS Columbia organization could work together with the Walkway organization in a joint effort to attract tourism in the Hudson Valley and educate the public in both maritime history and the ecology of the Hudson River. My response to Richard at the time was, "first let us work on getting the Walkway open and you work on getting the SS Columbia down to NY. At that time, then we'll talk."
In honor of Richard memory, maybe this is the time that everyone can step up and do what we can to help Richard realize his dream!
My best to Richard's circle of family and friends during these most difficult times.
Joel Gernsheimer
February 4, 2013
I remember Richard as a wonderful man who was very classy, nice and full of life. He was deeply loved by his wonderful mother, Kay, to whom he was deeply devoted. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Patrick Neal
February 4, 2013
Richard was a great guy, had a nice studio visit with him shortly after grad school. He was willing to travel to my studio in Redhook when it wasn't fun to go there. A friendly and smart person...
anahita razavi
February 4, 2013
let it shine forever!
February 4, 2013
One of the loveliest members of our family- Beautiful inside out, intelligent, caring and always so passionate- we will truly miss him-
Anahita Razavi & Rik Crevits
February 4, 2013
So sorry to hear of Richard's death. He was a wonderful man and so committed to the Columbia project. My sympathies to his family and Ian. I am sure he will Rest in Peace and no more be in any pain. Love Jane and Jerry Danic
Hossein Parandeh
February 4, 2013
I am shocked and deeply saddened at passing away of my dear cousin Richard. A wonderful friend whom I'll miss greatly. His passing away is testimony to the fact that life is unpredictable and at times very unfair.
Lisa Hold (Horn)
February 4, 2013
After HS, I would run into Richard every so often, in Nyack mostly but once in the city when he opened his first gallery. I was standing on a street and locked eyes with this incredibly handsome guy, upon closer inspection, realized was Richard. He was always beautiful, but he seemed especially so that sunny day. we exchanged idle chatter, I told him I was in college and when I asked what he was up to, he said "come up" and there was his gallery! It was so cool, and as always, Richard; understated as always. He always (nicely) corrected everyone on the pronunciation of his sister's name. He was extremely proud of his mother. I remember playing rambunctious chess on a beautiful (stone, marble?) set at a cast party at his house - later he mentioned (but very graciously) that this was a very special set (I blv from Iran). Later still, when he handed me his card from a new project, the SS Columbia, it was with the deep rooted passion inside of the mellow demeanor that was quintessentially Richard. That deep smooth voice, those gorgeous eyes...I will so miss bumping into him. Rest in Peace, Richard, you were a lovely piece of my life.
L. Thomas
February 4, 2013
May the loving memories of Richard Anderson be a solace to the family. We can only offer words of comfort and encouragement. Only God, through time and your faith, can bring the healing.
Carolyn Glasoe
February 3, 2013
Richard will be missed by all of us.
Chris Bailey and Carolyn Glasoe
Keith K
February 3, 2013
...a kind, gentile and gracious man in every way. his charm and poise will be missed...
Kristina Taheri
February 3, 2013
Growing up, Richard was someone I always admired and loved to see. He was very much at the heart of our family visits. Richard was a generous, welcoming, warm, and bright gentleman who will be so greatly missed.
christine economos
February 2, 2013
Richard planted a garden in my life that will last forever. I will miss you.
Peggy & Hassan Taheri
February 2, 2013
Richard's warmth, intelligence, and love of family has impressed us ever since we met him as a small child. This thoughtful, talented, and charming man will always be in our hearts. We we are truly fortunate to have so many good memories associated with Richard and his dear family.
ECONOMOS
February 2, 2013
WE HAVE LOST SOMEONE WE HAVE KNOWN FOR MUCH OF HIS TOO SHORT LIFE. RICHARD WAS A SPECIAL PERSON, A KIND AND GENTLE SOUL WHO BROUGHT MUCH JOY TO US ALL. WE WERE BLESSED TO KNOW HIM AND WILL PROFOUNDLY MISS HIM. MAY GOD KEEP HIM AND GIVE HIM PEACE.
THE ECONOMOS FAMILY
Richard Worthington
February 2, 2013
Ian, Aunt Homma, Kenny - my prayers are with you.
February 2, 2013
It has been our pleasure and good fortune to have Richard as one of our members.
The Garden Clib of Nyack
Marie Weinmann
February 2, 2013
I met Richard in the late 80s when we were volunteers together at the St. Bart's soup kitchen. Although I have not been in touch with him all these years - I remember him well and am saddened to hear of his death. He was such a lovely person -- kind, warm, generous and so fun to be around.
My thoughts and condolences are with his loved ones.
Carmela Rea
February 2, 2013
Your light will live on in all of us.
Carolina Salguero
February 2, 2013
I will so miss his sparkle, warmth and generous love of all ships which graced this harbor. I send my condolences to all his family and loved ones.
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In lieu of flowers, please donate to the SS Columbia Project, 232 E. 11th St., NY, NY 10003
Bill Ewen
February 2, 2013
Truly a shock. His enthusiasm for bringing an historic steamboat back to the Hudson was inspirational. I hope the SS Columbia Project will continue and succeed as his legacy.
Janet Freed
February 2, 2013
Richard was indeed a wonderful and special human being! I am so glad I knew him! He wil be truly missed
My condolences and love to Ian and to his family.
Janet
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