We met Dick 12 years ago at Agway. He advised us ontrees & shrubs for our newly purchased property; he planted over 20 here. Some he transported from PA for us. All, plus one special Japanese maple, are thriving in our yard. Dick was endlessly patient, even re-locating trees when we changed our minds. He kept all appointments, and easily shared his humor & knowledge. His enthusiasm for Durand Park led us to visit and marvel at the trees there. He even stopped by a few years ago just to say hi and see how our trees are doing. Dick was a giving, hardworking guy, who left the earth a better place for his being here. We think of him as we admire our plantings, especially our many towering Leland Cypresses. They are risky in this zone, but Dick believed they'd grow here near the lake since they grow in Durand, and he was correct. We are saddened to learn of his passing. Our sympathy goes to his family.
Veronica S. Holmes & Robert L. Holmes of Webster NY
