Date:
11/21/2004
Name: Shawn Wallace
Country: N/A
Comments: Dick's 40. Wow! You've always seemed like more of a big
brother than an uncle. You clued me in to some of Erie's classiest
places - The Shaggy Dog, Docksiders, Sullivans, etc - and my liver
thanks you. Hope your B-day is great. Here's to 40 more!
Date: 11/21/2004
Name: Laura Farber
Country: USA
Comments: Of course, your SISTERS would think of this!!! I love
it too...the idea aside, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I always remember that the 21st
is your birthday. I should have listened to your mom when she told me
about the boots. Don't listen to anyone, 40 really is old, after all,
with the average life span now, we are way past middle aged (me more
than you, of course). So you NEED to make every minute count! Enjoy
every second like it's your last and like the book says "don't
sweat the small stuff, because it's all small stuff". My brother
says it's the GREAT NORTH WOODS is great! Well, D. C. SUCKS! Many more
happy days. Laura
Date: 11/20/2004
Name: Rose Mazzocchi
Country: USA
Comments: Hey Good Looking!! Happy big four-oh! Welcome to the
world of us who are 40+... It's great to see photos of you and Kay and
the kids....I miss all of you! Hope WV is still treating you well. Be
sure to let us know when you will be in Pencil-tucky again. Happy Turkey
Day, you OLD Turkey... and have a wonderful, Happy 40th Birthday
celebration!! Love & hugs to You, Kay, Alex, Austin, & Hunter!
Rose & Angela
Date: 11/20/2004
Name: Erin Nesbella
Country: N/A
Comments: Happy 40th Birthday!! Don't believe all that 'Over the
Hill' stuff - you're far from that. Have a great day, but more
importantly have a GREAT margarita! Hope to see you over the holidays.
love- erin
Date: 11/20/2004
Name: Lisa and Bobby
Country: united states
Comments: Dick, Happy Birthday!!!!! Hard to believe you're 40.
Remember, age is a state of mind. We miss you all. Have a great one!
Date: 11/19/2004
Name: Donna Kay
Country: usa
Comments: Happy Birthday, Dick!!Welcome to the 40-Club...it sucks
to be a card-carrying member here.Since it's been 37 years that we've
known each other(by the way, so sorry about the sand-in-your-eyes
incident at our introduction--it was my "boys are ickey"
stage), I should probably tell you now....I never really liked you. Oh,
that's sooo not true!!I look back at our youth, and know that you were
so much a part of who I am today.From you I learned about true
friendship, loyalty, unconditional acceptance, and most importantly, how
to sneak out of the house at 2:00am for an entire summer without getting
caught!! You have always been much more than a friend, you are family
(at times, very much like the "special" cousin that everyone
makes fun of).With all my one-liners aside, I want to wish you the most
wonderful birthday my dear, dear friend...I love & miss you madly!
Date: 11/19/2004
Name: Dominick
Country: N/A
Comments: Hey Dick, Happy Birthday. The big 40. I know what you
feel like. I have been there and done that. Just think of it this
way---40 isn't so bad when you are like me and have turned 50!!!!!! Have
a good one and wish you many more.
Date: 11/18/2004
Name: Bee Hepinger
Country: Marienville,PA
Comments: Well, here it is, smacking you right in the face--THE
DREADED 40!! Suck it up, "Baby Brother". You are officially
over the hill. It's hard to believe that the baby of the family is 40!!
I guess that makes the rest of us real old?? I can remember the day you
were born as if it were yesterday. You were the "Little
Trailer" who added a great deal of joy and excitement to our
family. Have a Fabulous Birthday Celebration. Enjoy your
"Forties" and continue to make lots of memories.
Date: 11/18/2004
Name: Jennifer Settlemire
Country: Damascus, MD USA
Comments: Hi Dick (What's with the Richard stuff? Are you trying
to be respectable? It's waaaaaay too late for that!), Happy 40th
birthday! It seem like yesterday we were in college, having lots of fun,
without a care in the world and now look at us! We are old! I have so
many great memories of our time at Gannon and if I hadn't killed so many
brain cells with you and Rob, I might be able to remember more. Just a
few thoughts: Ice Man (What a great movie.), seed chicken wing, my poor
cats, Faith's ferret, Dan O'D, Cool Breeze, the incident at APD'S (I'm
still mad at you.), that wierd guy that lived in the apartment under you
(What was his name?)"What's your name? "Where do you
live?"--shining the spotlight, six pack halloween costume, you as
Little Red Ridinghood-frightening. Oh, how I wish I could include some
pictures! I miss seeing you. Kay and kids, take care of the "Old
Man" and please come visit us. Love, Jennifer
Date: 11/18/2004
Name: Bee Hepinger
Country: Marienville,PA
Comments:
Date: 11/18/2004
Name: Jeff (a.k.a.Flash) Lane
Country: St. Simons Island, GA
Comments: 40-years old... And I would have taken bets that
neither one of us would have lived past 29! I'd love to share some of
the "fun" times that we shared in the past, Dick, but I fear
that there's still a few arrest warrants with our names on them
lingering in the Western PA area. Enjoy your 40th B'day, my friend, and
please know that I often reminisce about all the terrific memories that
we shared during our high school years. Best Wishes to you and your
family... Flash
Date: 11/17/2004
Name: Charles E. Samuels, Jr.
Country: N/A
Comments: Dick, I wish you all the best on your 40th Birthday.
You are a great person and good friend. Take care - Charles
Date: 11/17/2004
Name: Amy Snyder
Country: USA
Comments: Ever since I was a little girl, I looked up to you. You
are more like an older brother than an uncle. When I was younger, you
let me tag along with you from time to time, took me swimming to Loleta,
and even made me a "Smurf" cake for my birthday. I know that
they seem like such little things... but those are the things I remember
the most. I still look up to you now like I did then and I am very proud
you. So, on this monumental birthday, my wish for you is simple...May
you be blessed with family, friends, good food (always important) and
plenty of margaritas. Happy 40th! Love Ya! Amy
Date: 11/16/2004
Name: Rob Pilewski
Country: USA
Comments: Happy Birthday Dick!!!! You have been a brother to me
since first we met on the basketball court growing up in Western
Pennsylvania....(we just did not know it yet). From there it was on to
Gannon University where we were roommates and college students in the
criminal justice program. You went on to become very successful working
for the department of justice, and me..., well I became a mountain bum.
I learned more from hanging out with you than I ever learned in school.
Your honesty, integrity, good nature and committment to family values
are truly noteworthy and I admire you tremendously. This ride is far
from over and I look forward to future adventures together. I wish you
peace and harmony in your life always, I know of noone more deserving.
"we played king of the mountain, out on the edge, the world came
charging up the hill and we were women and men...." a line from a
Bruce Springsteen song that says it all.
Date: 11/15/2004
Name: Mickey Pinner DaCol
Country: USA
Comments: Dick: Happy 40th Birthday!! I hope you enjoy your 40's
as much as I am!! It's a wonderful time in your life. I hope you have a
great day and an even better year!! Best wishes - enjoy your special
day! Mickey
Date: 11/14/2004
Name: Jane Wallace
Country: USA
Comments: Gosh, you celebrating your 40th sure makes me feel
old!! You're a great guy and an even greater little brother!! You've
added much joy and entertainment to our family (mostly the
entertainment). Have a great birthday !!
Date: 11/14/2004
Name: Steven Burakowski
Country: United States
Comments: Happy 40th old man! Enjoy and have a great day. Love
all of us from Saranac Lake.
Date: 11/13/2004
Name: Vern Wamsganz
Country: live free or die New Hampshire
Comments: Dick, as a son in law we find you admirable, as a
person we have the utmost of respect for you. Diane and I wish you the
best, not just on your 40th but for the decades to come, now go
celebrate.
Date: 11/11/2004
Name: The Ebbert Family
Country: Minnesota, USA
Comments: Hey Dick! Happy 40th Birthday! We wish you the best day
ever! Kay, call me and I will tell you what it is like until they reach
41. Haha, Yes David is almost 41! He still has Harley on the brain. I
wish we could of attached a picture or two.............. deviled eggs
and beer????????? Remember? Kay, David said to just make a huge pot of
GFB's to celebrate the big day!!! We often chuckle about the good ole
days. Maybe our paths with cross again. Enjoy yourself! David, Sherry,
Coulter, Emily and Luke Ebbert
Date: 11/11/2004
Name: jane brubaker
Country: garage apt in mabscott
Comments: Happy Birthday Mr. Russell. I read the other messages
and there seems to be an overall theme to them, my suggestion is to
drink plenty of water.
Date: 11/10/2004
Name: Miss Copenhaver
Country: land of the free
Comments: Believe it or not it has been 25+ years ago when I
first started teaching in marienville and met you and your wonderful
family. We have been student and teacher, neighbors, socialites,
friends..... I can remember some pretty fun filled
times("Jake",camping,dirt road riding , the Halton
Hilton,assorted beverage sampling,dinners above the hardware
store,visiting each other in Saranac and the Poconos,late night
talks,visiting Ruthie and Donnie...I better stop!. As Toby Keith sings
"nights I can't remember, with friends I"ll never
forget"... thanks for the memories. Happy 40th! love always, dar
Date: 11/10/2004
Name: Joe Scibana
Country: USA
Comments: Hello Richard and Happy Bithday! 40, really? I never
would have guessed you are going to be 40. When we played volleyball
together at Alderson several years ago, you surely looked and moved on
the court like a person way passed 40 to me! Seriously though Richard,
you look terrific and I wish you all the best on your special day! Take
care and God Bless, Joe Scibana
Date: 11/08/2004
Name: MIKE (BREEZE)
Country: THE GREAT WHITE NORTH
Comments: RICHARD, HAVE A GREAT 40. IT'S BEEN ALONG TIME.I'LL BE
THERE IN A COUPLE OF MONTHS. TIME GOES FAST WHEN YOUR HAVEING FUN.I'LL
HAVE A FEW DRINKS(a lot)FOR YOU. HAVE A KICK ASS BIRTHDAY THE BREEZE
P.S. THE NORTHLAND IS GREAT!!!!
Date: 11/08/2004
Name: Mark Race
Country: USA
Comments: Happy B-Day Dick!! Take it easy today, your forty now!!
Just wanted to wish you the best, keep in touch buddy.
Date: 11/08/2004
Name: Thom Russell
Country: USA
Comments: I hope you have a wonderful birthday and you enjoy
starting your fouth decade !! I can remember when I was twice your age,
now I'm only just a few years older. Take comfort in knowing that no
matter how old you become, you will always be the family's "Little
Dick". There is only one thing worse than having another birthday,
and that is not having one ! HAPPY 40th, little bro.
Date: 11/08/2004
Name: Marybeth Cully
Country: N/A
Comments: Dick - #&*$! You lost your 30's!!!! Just kidding -
40 is really great, and as long as your elbow can still bend, life is
good!! Have a wonderful day!!! mb
Date: 11/08/2004
Name: Darren Unger
Country: USA
Comments: Dick, Congradulations on turning 40. It won't be too
bad I just turned 40 on the 17th of November. Have a great day.
Date: 11/06/2004
Name: Leslie Thwaits
Country: North Country
Comments: Dick - You're finally catching up with the rest of us.
It's about time!!!! I hope you have a terrific birthday. I love the
pictures!!!!! I'm sure the family is proud!! I finally get to see your
"grown-up" kids even though you and Kay won't bring them to
see me!!! (Just kidding!!!) It seems like forever since I've seen or
talked to you, but you know I think of you guys often and wish you would
come back to New York. We miss having "normal people" at the
Brook. Take care of yourself, Kay, and those kids, and return to New
York soon. I hope you have a wonderful birthday. Make sure you have one
for me.........
Date: 11/05/2004
Name: Joyce Lilly
Country: The Lilly Mini-Farm
Comments: No matter how old you get, I'm still 10 years ahead.
But that's O.K.....I'll retire sooner than you will!!!! How about those
pictures?? You know, your sister was good to you, if it had been me, I
would have sent those pics we had last year from Kay!! It has certianly
been a good 2 1/2 years working for you. You are a wonderful supervisor
and have taught me a great deal. Every time the Exec moves are posted, I
hold my breath, as does every one else here at Beckley. I wish you a
very Happy Birthday, with many, many more to come. (By the way, I didn't
help with this web site, no matter what they say!!) God bless.....Joyce
Date: 11/05/2004
Name: Patsy Dowell
Country: NASCARUSA
Comments: I can't add a picture because the only one I have of
you was taken at the Martinsville race, and I would be just as
embarrassed as you!!! Can't believe you are 40 you certainly don't act
your age...Have a shot of Jim Beam for me...and enjoy your old age.
Thanks for teaching me just to let somethings roll off my back!!!
