To Patricia and the boys...I still think about Rick a lot, and was so lucky to have been able to work for him and have him as a professor.  He was one of Edward's greatest assets.

It's hard to believe that it has been nearly six months since Rick's funeral.  I was his research assistant from 2000-2001, and continued to keep in touch with him and his family throughout the years.  Rick was an honest soul and a great friend, and I miss him deeply.  He was an enthusiastic, caring professor. I know that he would have put on one of his wonderful Halloween costumes for the students last week, something that he loved doing.  Rest in peace, Rick.

I was deeply saddened to learn that Rick Long has passed away. Through more than three decades of knowing him, Rick was inquisitive, humble, positive, and always considerate. A wonderful colleague and role model for all of us. My deepest sympathies to his family.

I knew Rick from many ASAC conferences. He was one of the best compensation researchers in Canada. He will be missed.

Our belated sympathies. We enjoyed spending great times with Rick and Patricia during your European sabbatical. Stephen and Erica Perkins, London, UK

Rick Long was one of life's great rarities - an outstanding scholar and academic mentor; a generous friend and confidant; a devoted and loving family man; a seasoned traveller and fabulous ranconteur. He will be remembered forever with admiration and affection by his many friends around the world who had the privilege of knowing him and working with him. Our deepest sympathies to Patricia and family and to his colleagues at UofS. John and Catherine Shields, Sydney, Australia.

My condolences to you Patricia and your family. Rick was indeed one of the kindest most memorable people, having known him since the early 80's. He was always so kind hearted. May you trust in the Lord, for he careth for you. God be with you during this time of loss and grief.

It is sad to say goodbye. He was an excellent scholar and above all a dear friend.

Professor Long had a great sense of humour.  I remember having learned in his class as well as having fun at the same time.  He will be sadly missed.

My deepest sympathy to Rick's family for your loss. Rick was one of my favorite professors at the U of S.  I will never forget his sense of humor, his halloween costume, and his engaging style of teaching.  He will be missed.

My deepest condolence for the lost of a husband, father and great professor.  He was a great person to talk, he loved his adventure and very stimulating person.  My he rest in peace. I wish Patricia and the boys a comfort in his memory and his delightful sense of humor.

This was a shock to hear this news.  Rick Long was my favourite Professor in my years at U of S and the reason I chose my career path in Human Resources.  My condolences to the family.  My prayers are with you.

Patricia and boys are thoughts and prayers are with you.  Rick was a great asset to the scouts organization.  His passion for the outdoors, and knowledge was always evident. We always enjoyed running into Rick throughout the years.

One of the best professors I ever had! So sorry to hear this.

I haven't had contact with you all since I was kid in elementary school, but still hearing about Rick's passing hit hard. I'm sorry for your loss.

I was so saddened to hear that Rick passed away.  My condolences to Patricia and her children. Wishing for you continuing comfort of love and support from family and friends.

Judy and I are very sad to learn of this.  Our condolences go out to Trish and Jeffrey, Jeremy and Michael.

Thoughts and prayers for a fine academic and family.

To Rick's wife and children, I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was an inspiration to all of us. I took his compensation class last September and learned so much from him. Rick brought an energy to class that made learning exciting. He was interested in all of his students and you could tell he truly wanted everyone to succeed. 
During office hours before the final exam, Rick showed me the published book detailing his travels across the TransCanada Trail. I remember how excited he was as he described his experiences. I am so glad he had the opportunity to undertake this great adventure. May he forever rest in peace.

Professor Long was by far one of my favorite professors throughout my university career.  When I told him I was a management major, he said to me "and you chose to take this? poor dear", little did he know it would become my favorite class.  He was there to help his students learn, and to crack a joke in moments of frustration during that awful compensation project (like the time my group achieved the centrefold of market pay liness for Compensation Weekly). Rest in Peace Professor Long!

So sad to hear the news.  I do think Rick enjoyed a very good life for his too few years.  All my best to Trish and the family.

Rick was such a great professor. He truly cared about each student's success and growth in his class. He took the one class no one really wanted to take but had to and made each of us truly enjoy the experience. Rest in peace Rick, you'll live on in every HR practitioner you sent into the world.

After he was my professor, he and I continued to stay in contact. He always seemed genuinely interested in how I continued to grow as a person. That's a special quality that turns a professor into a friend. I'm sorry to hear Rick wont be around to enrich the lives of more students, they way he enriched mine.

Everything I know about compensation is because of Professor Long.  I owe him my success as an HR Consultant and my teaching career as a Sessional Lecturer.  He was a tremendous mentor and role model.  I will miss him.

This is so tragic. Rick was a fit and vibrant man. It should not have been his time to go.

Rich's untimely death came as a big shock.  I am very sorry. He was truly a nice man and dear colleague.

I am very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He taught me two classes and was a wonderful prof. His passion, enthusiasm and approachable demeanor will never be forgotten.

I am sad to hear of the passing of Rick. He was my favourite professor. I was a marketing major, but took one of his compensation classes. He always checked in with me over the years to see how I was doing (even just a few months ago). Such a special man. Prayers are with his family.

I played many board games with Mr. Long and always enjoyed his company. He was always hospitable and a wonderful person to be around. I'll miss him, but am happy I got the chance to know him personally.

Patricia and the boys, I'm so sorry for your loss. Rick was an amazing colleague. We would share stories of our travels; Rick excited about his summer hikes and me about my Camino hike. He was extraordinarily well respected among his colleagues across Canada, with folks 'circling' him at ASAC conferences where I first met him. He was a truly good person, genuine and generous, and so proud of his family. A shining light. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I am so sorry to hear of his passing!  He was a fabulous professor.  His classes were always my favorite!

I had the pleasure of knowing Rick during the last 9+ years here at Edwards. His passion for his field, colleagues and students was always evident as was his passion for adventure and travel. I will especially miss his Zorro and Jack Sparrow costumes; our discussions about cruising and hiking; and his special seat in the lunch room!

Brent W.

HRick was a dear friend and colleague his stories and clever wit will be deeply missed. 
Doug Kalesnikoff

Our sympathies to Patricia and the family. Was fortunate to have known Ric as a fellow Scout and faculty member. RIP Rick
Ric and Ev Devon

We are saddened to hear that Rick did not get to walk all the way to the East Coast.  Rick was a most tenacious person who helped shape the lives of future HR professionals.  As a colleague, he was a hard worker upon whom you could be depend.  We know you, as a family, will support each other through this difficult time.

Patricia and family - we are so sorry for your loss. Rick was well known and well liked and leaves behind a great legacy. Thinking of you.

My condolences on your loss Patricia and the boys. Rick was an outstanding researcher and educator. I remember many happy lunch hours working out the problems of the world with him in the Faculty Lounge at the College.

OBITUARY

Mr. Richard Rick Joseph Long

November 11, 1950 – May 15, 2016

Mourning Glory – Acadia McKague's Funeral Chapel

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