It is with a heavy heart that I say goodbye to my cousin Richie. From my earliest memories to present, I always looked up to and respected you. I learned from your example that giving is more important than receiving. You always had a big heart for helping out where it was needed. I especially remember fond memories of "Shut the Hull Up" , your boat on Raritan Bay. That time in my life was very hard for me having gone through a divorce, but there you were with an open ear and sound advice.