Monday, September 18, 2023
I got to know Richard over 40 years ago when I came to work at JSC. Both being from New York State, we bonded. Over the years, we ate lunch together, shared stories, jokes, and got serious occasionally talking about raising kids in a crazy world.
Richard loved his family, his children, and his job. How may people can say that? Every position he held he took pride and great satisfaction in coming in early, working hard, and eagerly anticipating the next day. when I was Facility manager for B.30A, we crossed paths all the time because he was the JSC locksmith. He MADE time for a visit after the job was done and never had a bad day.
Like many of the best people in my life, Richard was not always treated kindly at JSC, and that broke his heart. This was his second family. I too, have suffered that, and that just deepened our bond.
I owe Richard a debt of gratitude for connecting me with T. Wayne Harris, the lawyer that handled my divorce for over a year. Richard thought the WORLD of T. Wayne and he was right!! Thank you Richard!!
My only regret is I did not know of his illness - he chose not to share that the last time we spoke earlier this year. I would have liked to say "good-bye!" and I will see you in heaven! God Bless, Richard!!!!
