Saturday, July 30, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with Rick's family and friends. I grew up on Seminary Avenue. Rick was a few years older than me. My paper route went up to Chestnut Street. I would see Rick and his parents on their porch. They could see all the way down Seminary Avenue! After college my wife and I lived on Seminary Avenue right across from Seton. I would walk to work in downtown Binghamton everyday. Rick would always tell me "Cooch" I always have your back! One time I was heading back to the office when Rick had a minor accident. I opened the car door and asked Rick if he was alright? He was a little confused, but thank God he was not bleeding! Within minutes the fire department was on scene and helped get him out of the car. I would see Rick, always had a big smile on his face and would ask me "Cooch, how are you doing and how are your brothers doing?" He was always very friendly and we spent a few minutes chatting! This earth has lost a person but Heaven has received a great soul? Rest in Peace Rick, your friend "Cooch" from Seminary Avenue.
