I appreciate Richard so much for making the decision to un-retire himself for some ten years to take the helm of the nascent Longmont Concert Band. He played such an instrumental role in providing an outlet for many local wind and percussion players to perform great music at a high level. And Bonnie, too, for her years of tremendous support, both, as our oboist, and most certainly to help Rich get down the mountain to Longmont, week after week for rehearsals and concerts. While sad for his passing, I offer a heartfelt thank you for those years of continued sacrifice and the opportunity to know this dedicated man.