Very sad news.  I never knew him, but I am sorry for you loss, and the loss to the archery community.

Well said Mike, Thanks

Nicely stated Mike, may Richard rest in peace.

Mike, what a wonderful tribute to your friend. When I was a kid, 57 sounded pretty old, but it's sounding pretty young to me these days.

May Richard live on through the impact he left in friends and family.

 

Sorry to hear this, surely a great loss to his family and the Trad community
Prayers for all

So sorry. May his memory be eternal.  George

Condolences to his family and friends.

The Memorial Service/Celebration of Life for Richard today was well attended. There were over 200 people for the actual service and another 200+ that came earlier and paid the respects. There were 40 plus signed arrows left for him and several folks plan to get an arrow to the family at a later date. The sanctuary at church was decorated the way Richard would have wanted and we are leaving it that way for Sunday morning service. I want to thank everyone for the prayers and condolences. A bunch of fine folks here on the "Gang"!

My condolences, prayers sent

Condolences to you and his family. 

Thank you Mike for posting of the passing of your frind, his loss will be felt by many.......prayers for his family.

I'm sorry for your loss.  Prayers to family and loved ones

Sounds like a great tradman was lost, thx Mike,, just wat you posted makes me wish id  known him..met him or hunted with  him...life is short...enjoy it boys.....

He has left the world a better place.

May we too, follow his path.

PM sent.

I just did a search on flatstick's posts to reflect....I encourage everyone to do the same....You will see what a great bowhunter Richard was without coming across as having a big ego about his successes...Also, I would say the majority of his posts are congratulating and complimenting others....I never met Richard personally but can tell he was a great person from his TG posts.....

Wally, I sent you a PM.

  I didn't know him well but I met him several times. I remember him as one of those people who smiled with their eyes. I could tell just from talking to him that he was the real deal; a fine gentleman, a good family man and an exceptionally gifted bowhunter. May he rest in peace.

Prayers for comfort and strength for his family and friends.  May God rest his soul.