God bless you, Rick.  Rest in peace, my friend.  You were a good friend.

Betsy, I just watched the video you posted.  It was wonderful. What good memories you have of your time with RJ.  I learned a lot about his life from the pictures.  I was thinking about you yesterday. Glad you had family with you.

Betsy, I haven't known you for very long, but I soon  knew you were someone I would value as a friend.  I am so sorry you have to undergo this pain.  Know I am here for you in any way I can be of help.  May you find peace.

RJ
You came into Betsy's life and filled her world with your love.  Your time together was not nearly long enough, but you certainly shared your joy with the people you touched.
We both have so much respect for you and your service to both your country and the city of Chicago.  Thank you!
 Bets, we love you.
Rose and Louie


Jack's smile would melt a room and I know it melted Betsy's heart. To me, Jack was always so gracious and kind . And I know to my dear friend, who had been looking for him to come into her life, he was completely smitten and in love. I'm happy I got to know him and so grateful to see how he brightened up my sweet Bee's heart.  I am so sorry that the time togther was short, but I know the all wonderful memories (pumpkin carving at my house!) will remain forever.  

To Betsy...  We've become friends in a short amount of time and I just want to say - Rick chose well in having you as a partner for these past years.  I believe you made a life with him that was happy and content and he lived in peace with you.  God bless you and may you have the life he would want for you until you meet again.  -- Kim

The Broken Chain... Author unknown
We little knew that morning that God was going to call Your name.  
In life we loved You dearly; 
in passing we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose You; 
You did not go alone; 
for part of us went with You, 
the day God called You home.
You left us wonderful memories, 
Your love is still our guide,
and although we cannot see You, 
You are always at our side.
Our chain is broken  and 
nothing seems the same, 
but as God calls us one by one, 
the chain will link again.
----------------------------
You strode into my life 12 years ago and changed so many things.  You were my friend, my riding buddy, my mentor, my teacher, my voice of reason, my shoulder to lean on...  
You taught me to be unafraid to be myself and to speak my mind "for those who mattered didn't mind..."

You taught me to see the best there was in life.  Because of my friendship with you, I'm stronger, more compassionate, and a better person here on earth.  That, RJ, is a lesson learned that I can never repay You for.

We passed through the ring of fire that can test the limits of true friendship more than once and although You never thought it possible, we always came out on the best side.  

I miss your laugh, your smile, your no nonsense kicks in the ass, your jokes, your adroit sarcasm, your challenges and even your jabs but I'm comforted by hearing your voice whispering in the wind as I roll down the road and I know you are always with me. 

Riding with you was an adventure - whether the destination was near or far.  Your friendship has provided so many wonderful memories of time well spent in the presence of a human being of stature beyond compare.  Thank You for that.

While you're up there watching over us here, keep that rubber side down and the shiny side up until I find you again on the highways of heaven.

With love and respect that knows no boundaries.
Kimberly

P.S. GNG

Betsy, I am sending you love and strength. Your descriptions of Rick in your writing "introduced" me to him. He was a kind man who touched the lives of many others in such a good way.  May you be surrounded by love and support as you navigate this new path in life. I and the rest of our group will be with you in spirit. 

Ricky Jack,
I will never forget when we met you, when my Aunt Betsy brought you to a family event: Your smile lit up the room, you had a booming laugh, and we could instantly see why she had fallen in love with you. (And no one ever questioned why you had fallen in love with her...She is Betsy, one of the greatest people on the planet. It’s a no-brainer.)
We were so honored when you and Betz asked then-toddler Ever to be a flower girl in your wedding, and we were also thrilled (yet selfishly sad for the Chicago folks) when you guys moved to Florida to start your next bright life chapter.
I only wish for Betsy’s sake that that chapter was much, much longer. 
But we are so lucky to have known you and loved you for the time that we did.
We will miss and think of you always. Ride on, RJ. Thank you for being so wonderful to my amazing Aunt.
Lots of love,
Ali, Vince, Ever and Sonny


For RJ-

Thank you for your service to our country and for your service to the city of Chicago. Most of all thank you for loving Betsy. You were a wonderful husband and she loved you so.
She was supposed to spend the rest of her life with you ... but it turns out that you spent the rest of your life with her. 
What a gift. 

With love from,
Laura


Betsy, Rick and I are so sorry for your loss.  I remember coming over when you got Buffy and Rick laughing and having a ball with the puppy.  That's a nice memory; he was always smiling and happy.  Hugs from me and "Ride On Brother" from Rick

Betsy I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Rick and he was just such a great guy....a gentle giant with a great sense of humor and a laugh that I will never forget. I’m very happy  that you two found each other and made a life together filled with happiness and love!! Some people never find that...how lucky you both were to have found that. You are both in my prayers🙏

RJ,

Thank you for coming into Betsy's life, being part of our family, and making Chicago and our country proud through your service.  We'll always remember your smile and think of you whenever we hear the roar of a Harley.

xoxo,
Kim, Dave, Ani and Holland

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains.  Rich will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 08 SEP, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd.  In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God!   [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Betsy, I was so sorry to hear about Rick.  I never got to meet him, but always enjoyed seeing the pictures you posted of the two of you and your pets.  
I am thinking about you at this sad time.
I enjoyed seeing all the pictures you posted on the memorial page.
I did not realize he was a Chicago police officer.

Rick, 
It was so nice visiting with you when you and Betsy came to Albuquerque. I’m sorry that we didn’t get to go for that motorcycle ride. I sure know how happy you made Betsy and how much you will be missed. 
Rest In Peace,
Jennifer 

Rick always told me how lucky he was that Betsy agreed to marry him.  Well, Rick, we were very lucky, too,  because you became a part of our family and our life.  You were loved and will be missed beyond words.
XXOO
Nancy

It was always fun sharing stories of our common work experiences. You were a gentleman. You will be missed. God speed. 

Rick, 

It was truly a pleasure and  honor having you as a neighbor and friend. You enriched our lives with your stories and wisdom and I'll always remember your laugh and smile as Ethan would run to greet you when he would see you.

God bless and keep you.

Manny, Opal and Ethan


I just want to say it was an honor to have you as a client. From the moment you called, I joked with you about coming and working with us. Dave had the pleasure of working with you guys and made a huge impact on our lives. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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Richard Joseph Morales

16 novembre 1945 – 20 août 2019

Stowers Funeral Home

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