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Peter Richert
November 27, 2018
I recently learned of Rick's passing. Though he and I were not especially close during our time together at the University of Michigan, and had not spoken since our college days to my recollection, we were Delta Upsilon fraternity brothers and that means something...it's a life long brotherhood that is cherished. Rick was House Manager when I pledged in the winter semester of 1985. He was warm, friendly, a hard worker and courageous. At one of our house parties, a really tall and big guy and two buddies vandalized the 3rd floor hallway. A group of us chased them down the street and surrounded them. While I shook like a leaf, too scared to step forward, Rick (tall but much thinner and lighter than the perpetrator), stood up to him and literally took a right punch to the jaw. Though Rick went down, he got up...I think we had to help him a bit. Though ashamed of my cowardice, I couldn't help but admire Rick's courage.
Rick and I were and are also brothers in Christ Jesus. I much enjoyed reading of all the wonderful things he was involved with at St. Paul's. I pray that Jesus, born, crucified and risen, for Rick and for the world, would bring comfort, peace and joy to wife, Ca'Tricia, family and friends. Indeed, in Jesus Heaven is our home.
Sincerely and fraternally in Christ Jesus,
Rev. Peter A. Richert
Delta Upsilon
University of Michigan, 1987
Scott Daniel
August 16, 2018
I worked with Rick in Northville, Michigan. I always admired his abilities as a journalist and as a human being.
Jennifer Beckwith
June 30, 2018
Thank you for showing my sister that she too is worthy of love... Ca'Tricia, I really think David and Memaw will really like him. Nanny too. One thing I am absolutely sure of? They are all with Jesus, and none want you to continue hurting for them. They would want you to be strong and carry on. I love you with my whole heart, Tree. And, one day, when God decides your life on Earth is completed, you will get to go home too. Just think. . . You now have a new and BEAUTIFUL Angel.
June 29, 2018
May the God of all comfort, comfort you all in this time of deep sorrow. May the love and the memories you all share help you through this time of your loss. My sincere condolences. Psalms 119:76
Richard Byrne
June 29, 2018
Rick was my first born son that I loved, miss and pray for. Happy we had some time together during the last year . Sad that it wasn't longer. God bless Rick and condolences to Ca'tricia and the family.
Richard James Rogerson Byrne
Zach Sutton
June 29, 2018
I miss him so much. He and I had so much in common, being tall men, real congenial, making differences for everyone and being compassionate about cars. I didnt know him as well. I know he was sweet and generous towards me.
June 28, 2018
My deepest sympathy is with the family and friends. May you draw comfort from knowing that God can heal the brokenhearted. He can and will help you through this difficult time.
He heals the brokenhearted; He binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3
With Deepest Sympathy,
Marsha Howard
Mark Wakefield
June 28, 2018
Ca'tricia and all, please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss. May Our Lord grant him rest and let perpetual light shine on Rick. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. And may Jesus grant you all His presence and His strength now and for the years to come.
Donna Gunter
June 28, 2018
I'm so very sad about this. I'm very sorry for CaTricia and all the family for their loss. Rick was such a giving, selfless person. He made a difference at St. Paul's and in many lives.
Paul Fischer
June 28, 2018
Some thoughts come to mind, about a decent, kind and dedicated believer:
Rick was a genuinely kind and decent man, who gave himself to serving those around him.
He made a difference in many of the ministries at St. Paul's Episcopal, as well as the community of Murfreesboro.
He was smart, thorough and helped in many ways not so obvious, at St. Paul's, as well as in leadership roles.
He was a good teammate, dependable and compassionate.
He cared deeply for his family.
He cared deeply for his Faith and Lord.
He made a difference for Good, and will be missed here and elsewhere.
We are better for having known him.
We extend our condolences, and will be praying for his family.
Zanie Devereau,
June 27, 2018
Ca'Tricia, there are no words to express my sympathy. I love you very much and I am so very sorry. Good bless you, many prayers.
Michelle Stewart
June 27, 2018
To all of Ricks family, remember that you are so very, very loved and are not alone in this. Rick will be greatly missed and his memory treasured forever.
Patti Washer
June 27, 2018
Rest in Peace, dear Rick. You will be greatly missed at St. Paul's. We were Blessed to know you.
Kay Chambers
June 27, 2018
He was always so nice!
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