Of my success in business, real estate, radio and writing, none have been mine but that of very talented people who actively participated with me. Today, in our inspiring writings Jon Barnes and Yanin Ontiveros are great examples.
Of my public work, I am proud of my activism on behalf of the Vietnamese Boat People. But I am most proud of my 303 peace demonstrations over six years, attempting to stop the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. Thank you to Korean War veteran John Fortier for joining me in many of them.
I am a strong believer in miracles because I have witnessed them, and in angels because I have met them. Thank you to my dear friend Mary Ellen Schesser for her devoted support.
Now I would like to share some random thoughts:
I donate to charities anonymously because the donation is not about me, but about each cause.
My favorite sport is not major league anything, but peewee league everything. I cheer for both teams.
I seek the best in everyone. I give advice to no-one.
Rarely do I buy the last item on a store shelf because I don't want anyone to be disappointed.
The only childhood birthday party I recall was when I turned 11 (1956), so it is my favorite.
My favorite movies are Gandhi (1982) and Titanic (1997).
I love rock 'n' roll, especially the oldies, but usually listen to the current hits.
When I was 13, I jumped off the Inglewood High School high dive. (I never did it again).
When I enrolled at El Camino College (1962), the tuition was $3 a semester.
We bought our first home in San Jose, CA. in 1968. The price was $27,500.
Every day I look for something to make me laugh, and each day I find it.
I am far from perfect, but I am there when someone needs me.
Without hesitation, I tell others that I love them.
In recent years, I have been opening my heart to all, and it has filled my life with love beyond anything I had ever imagined.
With Love To All - Dick
Note: I formatted this piece in the style of Tina Canales' obit (Los Angeles Times, 5/11/25)
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