My family and I met Rich and his beautiful family last September at Sukkot. They were still traveling from back east and found their way to Canby, Oregon. I only knew Rich for 8 days, and during that time he shown himself to be one of the most selfless people I have ever met.

I miss Rich.  I learned a lot from him and I hope I don't forget.  I miss him at the head of the table (when visiting at the Dolce home.)  Miss being entertained by his stories, music, videos,personality, photos, scriptures listed on FB.  Miss all the good times I was able to share with Rich and his family.  I have never known a better father to his children(and of  course, Mary is a great mom.)  What he has done to grow this awesome family will go on forever in the lives of the family and offspring and in heaven.   I think all of his children and wife adored him.  What a blessed life he shared with his family and friends.  I will never forget him.

Richard Dolce, alias Crazy Dick, you were one of the best friends that I ever had. While you will surely be missed, I have many great memories of our times together. Rest in Peace Big Man.

Dolcie will be missed. The shock still hasn't worn off. I'm so glad we saw you guys last May. Ahh.... The stories I could tell.... Anyways, Mary and family, my thoughts and prayers have been with you all during this time!
Brian

Rich will be missed by many.  May God bring His peace and comfort to Mary and their children. Prayers.

Richard "Crazy Dick" Dolce was more than a friend of mine we grew from children to adults in Fredonia NY. I have so many stories to tell about the times with Fran Motsay, Jon Lakritz, Chris Rodehau and Dick. My heart aches that I will not get to speak to him just one more time here on Earth. We spoke just a day prior to his passing. Mary and Penny I hardly know you at all. But I will somehow, someway find my way to your home and pay my respects to a man I deeply loved and cherished. He gave so much to me in learning to laugh even in the hardest of times and just looking at his picture brings a smile to my face. You will hear from me that I promise to you and Dick. I'm so sad.

Mary,
   Sending hugs and prayers to you and the kids. Wish that we could be there but know that we are here for you all.

We will miss this gregarious, witty, and funny man.  I will miss our tell-it-like-it-is conversations.  What I will remember most, is time at your table, great food and great insite and discussions about scripture.

I was saddened to find out about Richard. I have known him and his wife for over 24 years when first child only six months old and now all grown up with 8 other children. He is definitely missed and remembered always and forever. Love You. Mary and family in my prayers love you all.

I was so very sorry to hear the news of Richard's passing.  My prayers and heart felt thoughts are with Mary and family during this difficult time.  May God give you peace, comfort and reassurance in the days ahead.

Mark Kirk

I had the honor of knowing Rich for almost 30 years.  From the first day I met him (I was about 12 and he and my sister, Mary, were students at DTS/YWAM), he made me laugh and treated me like a little sister.  He had a wonderful sense of humor, a great smile, a bold laugh, and an incredible love for his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  He loved and adored my sister.  He left a wonderful legacy in his nine precious children, Priscilla, Penny, Sasha, Salvatore, Cyrus, Riley, Bruno, Violet and Ezra.  I am comforted in the knowledge that we will see him again in Heaven and that he has been welcomed there as "a good and faithful servant."  To Mary and my nieces and nephews, I love you so much.  - Michelle Oals Kirk

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Richard P Dolce II

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