In memory of Rick.......

Jennifer's (my sister in law) dad passed away this last week and it’s been a tough few days. Robert called me and told me on Wednesday afternoon and I was home alone with the kids, I was very upset when I got off the phone and began to cry. This really upset the kids, especially Owen. I tried to get away from the kids until I was able to calm down a bit, but they kept following me and Owen was asking why I was crying and he said he had never seen me cry before. I called Tony to tell him and he came home right away and without me saying anything to him could tell that the kids were upset. Owen came out of his room, he made me a note and told me that he was sorry that I was sad and hoped that his note helped. Such a sweet little guy, and yes it helped.

Robert and Jennifer's wedding

Thanksgiving in 2006 or 2007

This was Christmas a few years ago. I remember this like it was yesterday. Jennifer gave Rick a book, I think it was about the hisotry of this area, and he was like, "wow, how cool." And Jennifer is explaining what is in the book to him. He was very excitted about it.

One of the notes Owen made me to help me feel better after hearing about Rick's sudden death

For Owen's first birthday we had a construction theme and Rick was such a sport to wear the hard hat party hat for a huge part of the day

Rick and Robert
I dont know why but I love this picture

Owen and Rick
Owen's second birthday party.

Rick spent many holidays and celebrations with us at our home. He was a great loving guy that will be greatly missed. He always had a special place in his heart for Owen and called him, “big guy.” He wasn’t around as much the last few years but we hope he knew how much he meant to all of us.