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for Rick Adams
April 13, 2011
Dear Scott and Wendy, I was so shocked to hear of your dad's death. I learned the sad news from Chuck and I am so sorry I was not around here to attend the memorial to Rick. I will remember him as a vital force, a free spirit, an adventurous soul, and a fine and decent man. With deepest sympathy. Judith Maguire
karl smith
March 26, 2011
Rick you will be missed so much you was a cool teacher and always a laugh to be around [email protected]
Sharen Meyer Holcomb
March 24, 2011
Dear Wendy and Scott,
may the precious memories of happier times carry you both through this rough moment. I'm sure your Dad is dancing in the heavens and sporting that gracious and infectious smile. Nameste to you both...
Paula Andriano
March 23, 2011
Please accept my sympathy at this time. My family spent time with Rick while we visited our own father at the hospital. We knew that Rick was a special person by the friends and family who came to see him and also his waves and smiles that he gave us when he could. I will never forget the song of "William" he sang to me one Saturday afternoon while I sat with my father. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Amy Hale (Rokow)
March 22, 2011
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing
Allison Bell
March 22, 2011
So deeply sorry and shocked to hear of your Dad's passing. It was always a great pleasure to dance and chat with him. He was a gentleman and a beautiful soul, and I will miss his smile and embrace.
Mary Childs
March 22, 2011
Dear Scott and family,
I was so saddened to hear about your dad's death. Having only met him a few times, it was evident how much he enjoyed life and embracing opportunities, traveling to Bali and impacting young people's lives. These days are challenging and I wish you peace and comfort in remembering your dad and celebrating his life.
Wendy is bringing a big hug from NYC for you all!
xoxo-
Davelyn (Davey) Marshall-Milanese
March 21, 2011
Scott and Wendy ~ I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and my very Dear Friend Rick. Rick was the angel that came into my young life when i was stricken with cancer @ 12 years old and he was assigned as my tutor. that was the very beginning of a lifelong friendship. I cant tell you how incredible this man was to me and my family. He helped me through the most difficult time in my life. I was frequently hospitalized throughout my ordeal and one time i was so tired of fighting, being sick, ready to give up when rick came to my side with lyrics to bette midlers "the rose" written out in his wonderful handwriting. it was such a touching moment and the most cherished memory i have of rick. someone told me that the good people of this earth are on loan to us from heaven, its sad when they leave us, but we are truly blessed to have had them touch our lives. rick was definitely and always will be that good person on loan from heaven. shedding many tears for you today, Rick, but so blessed to have known you.
nicole duquette
March 21, 2011
so sad to hear a great fellow dancer leave us,but bless his soul.my sympathies to his family,sorry for your lost,he was a great guy.
March 21, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Amy Hathaway
March 21, 2011
Wendy and Scott-- You already saw my memories of him on his fb page no doubt, so here I will just say... how I'll miss seeing his smile at a dance and his warm greetings, always. A special person, to be sure. Blessings to you and of course blessings to him on his next journey!
Dianne Freeman
March 21, 2011
I'm glad you were blessed with such a great dad, Wendy and Scott, and he with you.Together with his humane spirit and giving, he seems to have lived well for more than 70 years.
Janet Snyder
March 21, 2011
I will miss you on the dance floor.
MARYANN HATHAWAY
March 21, 2011
DEAR .FAMILY OF MR ADAMS HE WAS THE BEST PERSON IN THE WORLD TO ME AND I WILL MISS HIM HE WASNT JUST A TEACHER HE WAS A WHOLE LOT MORE THAN THAT TO ALL THIS KID I WILL NEVER FORGET WHAT HE DID FOR ME AND MY MOM GOD BE WITH YOU MARYANN HATHAWAY
Liz Stell
March 21, 2011
Rick was one of the bright lights of our regional contradance community. For years he was one of my favorite dance partners. Bill and I will miss his radiant face and uplifting spirit.
March 21, 2011
Wendy, Scott and Eri,
You are all in our thoughts at this time. Your Dad wasn't with us nearly long enough but did so much in the years he had.
Rick was such a caring and compassionate person and gave so much of himself in all he did. He lives on not only in your hearts, but in the minds and hearts of the many people whose lifes he touched.
Becky and Bill Miorin
Denise Tague
March 20, 2011
Wendy and Scott-so saddened by the news of your dads passing.Many wonderful memories of time spent with your family and reminders of what a wonderful man he was. I loved seeing him running past the house on Highland Avenue, always waving and smiling. Always smiling. My best to you both.
Wendy Mapstone
March 20, 2011
I am sending my most heartfelt wishes to you Scott and Wendy. Your father reminds me of how life should be lived. His energy, soul, and humorous outlook live on. I was very fortunate to have met him and for that I am grateful. My prayers are with you. - Love, Wendy
Matthew Peters
March 20, 2011
Mr. Adams (Rick) was the best teacher I ever had. He is the reason I made it through High School.He genuinely cared for and about his students.He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.
matt mckeown
March 20, 2011
i am so sorry to hear of your loss. my deepest sympathy's at this time.
Matt McKeown
Joan Lemme (Van Kampen)
March 20, 2011
Wendy, It's been many years since your Dad came to visit while you and I were working in the art dept. at Hills . I am so sorry to read of his passing. I pray you all find peace and comfort in his memories. I am deeply sorry for your loss~
Joan
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