I have been so fortunate to have known Richard for a number of years.  I first met him when we worked together with the local Residents' Association.  Then in 2012 he was the mastermind of the fantastically successful Diamond Jubilee Party.  There are a couple of lovely photographs of Richard in the Gallery, including a collage which demonstrates what a huge event it was.

My abiding memory of Richard is that he was always such a happy and good man.  He was so generous with his time, giving wise advice and wonderful support, always in a genial and amusing manner.  It was such fun to work with him.

I know Richard volunteered for a number of organisations, close to his heart was the cricket club.  He was so proud of their progress and I am sure he was a superb mentor to the boys.

Additionally he was working on his thesis 'The English Suburb' for which he was awarded a BA.  I am so lucky to have a digital copy of that as a reminder of what an amazing person he was.  He radiated energy and goodwill.