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Randy Rodriguez
April 27, 2008
To all family and friends of Dick, I grew up on the same block as Dick in Roseville, and growing up I remember seeing two beautiful Ford Thunderbirds in his garage thinking some day I would like to own one of them. Thanks to Dick I was able to meet John whom I became very good friends with. I went to school with Bonnie and got to know Gordie and his family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. He truly was a great man and will be missed!
Clarine (Blilie) Finch
April 23, 2008
Connie, I was so surpised to hear of Dick's passing. I know of his acquaintence through school and graduated with him from Washington High School. He was always so neat as a pin and friendly. I can recall running into him at some of the car shows in downtown St. Paul. He will be missed. Sincerely sympathy to you and your family.
Clarine (Blilie) Finch
April 23, 2008
Connie, I was so surpised to hear of Dick's passing. I know of his acquaintence through school and graduated with him from Washington High School. He was always neat as a pin and friendly. I can recall running into him at some of the car shows in downtown St. Paul. He will be missed. Sincerely sympathy to you and your family.
April 14, 2008
dick i will miss you connie before i knew you was dick girlfriend he allways talk special of you and the children
glen maloney
Roger Simon
April 8, 2008
Dick was a classmate at Washington and a great friend over the years. Thanks for all you did for my mother, Inez. The Simon family is sad about his passing and will miss his one of a kind personality.
Sherry Neary
April 7, 2008
Dear Connie and family,
I had the pleasure of meeting you several times when you and Dick came into MaMas Pizza. I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Dick my entire life and have so many great memories, some I have even shared with you. I knew Dick was sick but he never let on to what extent. Connie, you and your children were the light in Dick's life. There are no words to adequately describe this man -- he was so special -- one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marilyn Henthorne
April 6, 2008
I only knew Dick for a short time by life's standard, but during that time I felt as though we had been life long friends. He had that special gift, you know, the one only few people have naturally "Charisma". He was like a magnet when it came to people; you just felt warmly drawn to him. He was always more concerned about you than himself, even during his difficult battle. I will always cherish the opportunity I was given to know Dick and be a small part of his life. For me he was the strongest person mentally that I have ever known; he refused to give up, quit or say no during his illness. It wasn't a part of his character. The strength of his spirit was immeasurable. Dick, thanks for being you and letting me be your friend!!
The second strongest person I know is his wife, Connie. She was there with him and for him every step of the way, on that roller coaster through the ups and downs, sharing his joy and his pain and being his biggest support system. Her courage goes without saying. Dick and Connie not only loved each other, but were in love. My heart felt sympathy to my friend Connie, and Brianne, Tamara, Daniel, John and to Dick's and Connie's families for the loss of such a special human being.
Ron and Jan Meron
April 6, 2008
Connie & Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Dick was an amazing, strong-willed and kind gentleman and he will be greatly missed by all of us.
Janet Frevel Jorgenson
April 6, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you,Dicks family,
may your precious memories
help sustain you.
I will always cherish my memories
of Dick, ( we were high school sweethearts).
john/debra newton
April 6, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Todd Rose
April 6, 2008
I knew Dick since i was a little boy. i grew up w nephew john and sisters bonnie and kelly, david too. my very deepest symapthy goes out to you all. he was truely a great man. i will remember him forever.
JEANNE AND DALE BATES
April 6, 2008
CONNIE AND FAMILY...DALE,DREA AND I WILL BE FOREVER TOUCHED BY THE WONDERFUL LOVING FRIENDSHIP WE FELT FROM YOU AND DICK...OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU
Phyllis & Gary Holborn
April 5, 2008
I knew Dick was very ill, but I still thought he would recover. He never gave up. He will be truely missed by many - he touched a lot of people's lives with his magnetic smile. He was always there for everyone. I will truely miss him.
sue sarnecki cummings
April 4, 2008
I was a classmate of Dick for many years. I grew up just a block away from his home in Como Park and we graduated together from Washington High School.
Such a shock to learn of his death. He was always so much fun and so handsome. He got better looking with age! I am so sorry for your loss.
Tom.& Bev. Thole
April 4, 2008
Sorry for the Loss of Dick. we were very sorry to hear that Dick lost his Battle to Cancer. We send our Love, & very Sorry we cannot attend,as we are in Az. for the winter. Please except our Condolences. Betty Skrypek kept us informed of Dick's illness & his passing. Again Sorry for your Loss. & May He Rest in Peace. Love, Bev. & Tom Thole
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