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“Sorry for your loss. RC was a force to be reckoned with...we had some wild times together! He will be missed. ”
1 of 59 | Posted by: Nick Lamb and Lauren Roberds - MO

“Dear Dorenne, What a beautiful portrait of you and Richard and Brian and your life together. I wasn't able to come to your service, but spent the...Read More »
2 of 59 | Posted by: Marti Blair - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne, Brian, Jeff, and all who knew Richard. We are sorry for your loss, we will miss Richard all the fun times we had together. Dan & Bea ”
3 of 59 | Posted by: Dan & Bea - San Diego, CA

“Dear Dorenne and Brian~ We are very sorry for the loss of Richard. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ”
4 of 59 | Posted by: Howard and Patty Kushner - CA

“I'm sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by loving memories, family and friends at this time. Jonathan Strain shared this link from his Mom....Read More »
5 of 59 | Posted by: Maria Dorfner - Carlsbad, CA

“I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I never met your R.C., but you spoke lovingly of him and I know you had many years together. I wish you...Read More »
6 of 59 | Posted by: Debbie Ross - Santa Rosa,, CA

“Dear Dorenne, Brian, Jeff & Family My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May you find comfort in all the precious...Read More »
7 of 59 | Posted by: Carlene - San Diego, CA - Friend

“Rc , Was the Best. As a brother And mentor. I will miss you BROTHER!!! ”
8 of 59 | Posted by: John Scace - TOPANGA, CA

“Dear Jeff, Val, Dorenne, and Brian, My heart goes out to all of you in your time of loss. You did a beautiful job on the photos on the website....Read More »
9 of 59 | Posted by: Susan Blatty - Sausalito, CA

“Dear Dorenne, I'll never forget our Las Vegas trip with You and Richard. We were having drinks in the casino lounge at Bally's and Richard thought...Read More »
10 of 59 | Posted by: Christopher Higgins - Ballwin, MO

“Dear Dorenne and family, Sorry for your loss. Haven't seen Richard for a number of years, but thought of him often. He influenced my life and will...Read More »
11 of 59 | Posted by: Doug Fordham - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne,Jeff and Brian, our deepest condolances for your loss. Love Doug and Sharon ”
12 of 59 | Posted by: Doug & Sharon - lancaster, CA

“I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ”
13 of 59 | Posted by: Maria Young - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne, my condolences on the loss of your husband, Richard. The pictures you share show a special family. My thoughts are with you during this...Read More »
14 of 59 | Posted by: Lyn Cage - San Diego, CA

“I have lived next door to Richard since October of 2009. Richard knew I worked from home so he would often stop by during the day to chat about this...Read More »
15 of 59 | Posted by: Scott Krass - SAN DIEGO, CA

“Dorenne: Although it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you. Just remember, you have many...Read More »
16 of 59 | Posted by: Kathy Flick - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne, I was saddened to hear of Richard's passing. His suffering is over now and he will touch you and Brian through others that come into and...Read More »
17 of 59 | Posted by: Kevin Disston - Chula Vista, CA

“Dear Dorenne, there are alot of people thinking of you and praying for you. I hope you find comfort and a little peace of mind in knowing we care. ...Read More »
18 of 59 | Posted by: Leslie Bzdawka - Santee, CA

“Dorenne and Brian, we are so sorry for your loss. Richard was a great husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
19 of 59 | Posted by: Pat Swan - San Diego, CA - Friend

“Dorenne, My deepest sympathy to you and your son. You both are in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Lisa ”
20 of 59 | Posted by: Lisa Jordan - Co-Worker

“Hoping for peace for you, Dorenne ”
21 of 59 | Posted by: Jim Grosby - San diego, CA

“Dorenne, Brian and Jeff, We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Richard's death. As families, we shared so many great times together. Raising...Read More »
22 of 59 | Posted by: Duncan, Cathy and Family - CA

“Dorenne, Brian, Jeff and all of the Charles family, may the love of your family, friends and memories be with you today and always. "God Bless" ...Read More »
23 of 59 | Posted by: Oresta Johnson - La Mesa, CA

“Dorenne, Brian and Jeff - I can't tell you how sorry I am about Richard. He was always bigger than life and seemed indestructible. I hate this has...Read More »
24 of 59 | Posted by: Joan Cheverez - Coronado, CA

“I am sorry for your loss. Had not seen Richard in many years but we all had some good times back in the 70's. He will be missed. ”
25 of 59 | Posted by: Kathie Bell - Sedona, AZ - friend

“You will be missed by all of us, you were a great person and the most wonderful grandfather. Much love, Val. ”
26 of 59 | Posted by: val - clarita, CA

“I'm very sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the days to follow. ”
27 of 59 | Posted by: Julie Harrell - Rogers, AR

“Dorenne: I am so sorry for the loss of your husband Richard. What wonderful pictures you have to remember him by. John ”
28 of 59 | Posted by: John McNeece - San Diego, CA

“Our prayer and thoughts are with you at this time Love Uncle Leon & Aunt Dona ”
29 of 59 | Posted by: Leon & Dona Fitzgerald - CA

“Dorenne, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers. ”
30 of 59 | Posted by: Terry Dumas - CA - friend

“Dorenne: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in the fact that you now have your very...Read More »
31 of 59 | Posted by: Glenda Trickey - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time! Kari ”
32 of 59 | Posted by: Kari Thigpen - San Diego, CA

“I am very sorry to learn of the death of your husband Richard. The pictures you submitted really tell the story of a full family life...Also, great...Read More »
33 of 59 | Posted by: Bob F. Richards - San Diego, CA

“Dear Dorenne, I was so sorry to learn of Richard's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sandy ”
34 of 59 | Posted by: Sandy Burke - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne -- I offer my deepest and most heartfelt sympathies to you and your family during this time. If there is anything that I can do for you,...Read More »
35 of 59 | Posted by: Marisa Schumacher - San Diego, CA

“So sorry for your loss. Hang in there. ”
36 of 59 | Posted by: Todd Kinnear

“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ”
37 of 59 | Posted by: Kathy Caudillo - San Diego , CA

“Dorenne, I am so sorry for your loss. Jeanie (Word Processing) ”
38 of 59 | Posted by: Jeanie Houtz - El Cajon, CA

“Dorenne - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. - Donna ”
39 of 59 | Posted by: Donna Mickelson - La Jolla, CA

“May the wonderful memories that you and Richard shared help you through this difficult time. We're all here for you and love you very much! ”
40 of 59 | Posted by: Renee and Paul Evans - CA

“Dear Dorenne: I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Lynne Hernandez ”
41 of 59 | Posted by: Lynne Hernandez - San Diego

“Dorenne, my thoughts are with you at this time. Collette ”
42 of 59 | Posted by: Collette Kerr - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne, I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories you hold in your heart and the love and support of family and friends comfort you during this...Read More »
43 of 59 | Posted by: Rose Hinchcliff - Carlsbad, CA

“Dear Dorenne, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My sympathies to you and your family. Denise ”
44 of 59 | Posted by: Denise Miller - San Diego

“Dorenne, My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. - David Fernandez ”
45 of 59 | Posted by: David Fernandez - Chula Vista, CA

“My prayers and thoughts are with you and you're family. ”
46 of 59 | Posted by: Ramona Moran - Chula Vista, CA

“Dorenee, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Jane ”
47 of 59 | Posted by: Jane Baca - Ramona, CA

“Brian - It's probably difficult for anyone to quantify what you and your family might be feeling, but I wanted to let you know that myself and a lot...Read More »
48 of 59 | Posted by: Steve Portillo - National City, CA

“We extend our deepest sympathy to you Dorene and Brian. Know that Richard loved you dearly, that his love lives on in your hearts. May it bring...Read More »
49 of 59 | Posted by: Belinda & Thom - Neighbor

“Dorene & Brian we wish you peace and tranquility in this time of distress. I know in my heart that Richard is now a happier man, and he, just as we,...Read More »
50 of 59 | Posted by: Steve & Mary Rhoades - San Diego, CA

“Dear Dorenne and Brian: We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Debbie and Tom ”
51 of 59 | Posted by: Debbie and Tom Casebier - CA

“Dear Dorenne, I'm very sorry for your loss. Hang in there. ”
52 of 59 | Posted by: Charlie Bird - Luce Forward

“Dear Dorenne and Brian -- I am so sorry for your loss. You know my thoughts are with you both at this difficult time. ”
53 of 59 | Posted by: Betsy Bertrand - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne and Brian: We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. May Richard now rest in peace and be out of all pain. We are here for you in...Read More »
54 of 59 | Posted by: Kent and Michele McConnell - CA

“Dorenne, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Christell ”
55 of 59 | Posted by: Christell - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne: We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts. - Stefanie, Tom and Max ”
56 of 59 | Posted by: Stefanie Warren - CA - friend

“Dorenne and Brian, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Richard. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Rita ”
57 of 59 | Posted by: Rita Moseby - San Diego, CA

“Dorenne, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you strength and fond memories during this difficult time. Bunny ”
58 of 59 | Posted by: Bunny - Co-Worker

“Sending hugs and prayers for you and Brian. See you soon. XXXX0 ”
59 of 59 | Posted by: Suzanne McCoy - San Diego, CA


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Richard, a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather, we love you and know you are no longer in pain. You are now an angel in heaven watching over us all. You will always be a part of our heart and soul.

Our message to all of our dear friends, thank you for your love and support during this difficult time.
Please enhance this tribute to Richard by adding your memories and photos.
Donations greatly appreciated and they will go to the Charles Family. Thank you.