While I truly am at a loss for words, I feel compelled to say something.
I never had the opportunity to actually meet Rich, but I traded PM's with him over the years on a variety of subjects from Alabama football, the history of the Caribbean and life there, the big green egg and even raising chickens. That man was an absolute wealth of knowledge on a broad spectrum of subjects. While enduring a painful loss of a family member several year ago Rich was great to talk to as he reminded me very much of the great uncle I had just lost. We carried on some conversations much like I had with my uncle and it was fun to get his perspective on things. He helped me more than he ever knew through that time. During our conversations he spoke openly of his own health issues so I knew this day was probably coming sooner than later. That makes it no less of a sad day. I sure am glad he was able to see the Tide take number 13.
Old friend you will be missed by all that have had the pleasure of knowing you. I will even miss the suspensions you gave me on days you had a short fuse. May God ease the pain felt by his family and those close to him.
Roll Tide Rich!
