I just learned that my close friend and inspiration Bob Richter passed away. He was a light in my life since I was born, and an encouragement of my art since I can remember,  like a family member bound together through our love for creativity. I didn’t know what to do with all of the emotions so I started a portrait of him. We were born 60 years apart, and he was a kindred spirit, cut from the same cloth, and I was lucky to get to spend so much time together, and from an introduction and deep connection from my grandfather and grandmother, Harold and Belle Sokoloff. Bob brought joy and love to the planet and the fact that our lives crossed, was something exceptional. He was a conduit for so much, and will always live on in my life, with his voice whispering words of encouragement over my shoulder. He was an early inspiration for Artolution, and all that I have ever done artistically in my life. To Sheila and the whole family, you are such lucky people to have had this gift of a man in your lives, and his memory will live forever through all who knew him.  Bob thank you for enriching our lives, and wherever you are, keep making the world more creative and a more wondrous place .

So sorry for your loss.  He had a good run.  
Glad you are in soundview gardenns.
Stay well,
Dorothy Waxman

When I learned about Bob’s passing from my former supervisor, I was shocked and surprised. Thanks to him, I gained enough experience as clerical employee whether in an office environment or on the field. My Condolences to the entire Ritcher Family for the loss of their Patriarch and Keep Strong in his memory. Thanks for Everything Bob! Til we meet again in heaven!

I'm really going to miss Bob ,he was a good guy, he was caring and kind ,my deepest condolences to your family in this darkest time,  prey that Bob is watching over us , we're gonna miss you Bob. 

My deepest condolences Juan.

I worked with Bob for many years and became warm friends. I was New York City Transit's representative for the Inventory Cycle Counts. I am very saddened to hear about Bob's passing. Bob was one of the nicest people I have ever met. My heart felt condolences to the entire Richter family.

Michael 

Dear Sheila, Elana, Caryn, Rebecca 
To you and your extended family members,

As I said to Sheila last evening, Robert was loved by everyone.  
He was kind, gracious, empathetic, sympathetic, honest and sensitive to everyone his path crossed.
May precious memories sustain you today and in the days to come.
Marc, Eric and David and their families join Peter and I in wishing you all our deep sympathy and love.
Leni and Peter Guggenheim

Riverside-Nassau North Chapels

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Robert J. Richter

22 May, 1939 – 5 December, 2020

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