Obituaries

Condolences

• 10/01/2021

  A sympathy card has been sent to the family of Richard Warren Cary, Jr. c/o Fremont Chapel of the Roses funeral home.

• 10/01/2021

  Andrew Dickey

  I offer my sympathies and condolences to the family. Rik is an old friend/brother of mine. He will be greatly missed and be remembered by me every year on New Years day. I am unable to attend the services for Rik.

• 10/01/2021

  Elena

  I had the pleasure of working with Rik many moons ago and have always had fond memories of his humor and stress-free approach to life. I think it is said best below...he was a kind and gentle man...with a brilliant sense of humor. The loss of Rik is tremendous, and my sympathies go out to his family. I wish him eternal peace and I am thankful to have known him.

• 10/01/2021

  Alice

  I remember you so well and am very saddened by your early passing. Peggy and Dick I love you both and will support you as best I can.

• 10/01/2021

  Laura Schoenweiler

  I am so sorry for your loss. Rik was a good friend and we met at Alere when he started in 2001. I enjoyed working with him and I am pretty sure he enjoyed working with me too :), even though he would jokingly complain about my many data requests. He always took the time to help me figure out what I needed. He taught me how to precisely ask for data. In the past several years, he and I both worked from home and there was comfort knowing that we were still with Alere even though we didn't see each other often. Rik will be greatly missed

• 10/01/2021

  Chuck & Sandy Helms

  Rik was always there for us newbies when we joined Calhaunts. He had endless patience, was full of humor and was always kind. Rik could always be counted on to share some information, give suggestions or directions. The conversations we shared will always be treasured. We miss you so much already. Our condolences to his family.

• 10/01/2021

  Uncle Tom and Sue (Cary) Acklam

  CREATING THE ILLLUSIONEarly on Rik demonstrated a flair for the dramatic and making an impression. A fond and humorous memory of Rik is at a Cary family reunion in Northern Wisconsin when he was about about 14 or 15 years old. It was on or around the 4th of July, and the fireworks were canceled due to a terrible rainstorm. (In fact, a tornado damaged the roof of the restaurant we were in while we were having dinner). So all 17 or 18 of us huddled inside this restaurant having dinner and were spread out across a long table. At the far end, sat Rik and the babysitter, whom I think became his first love. Unbeknownst to any of us, even though he was underage, he ?ordered a bottle of champagne for just the two of them?. Only to be outed when they set up a stand for the champagne bucket! Presentation counts....... obviously he became a master of that by devoting his time, passion, and talent as Rik ?Perfessorevil Cary, creating an unforgettable experience for hundreds of trick or treaters. He will live on in their memories and he will live on in ours. Uncle Tom and Aunt Sue (Cary) Acklam

• 10/01/2021

  sharon Derosa

  So sorry to hear about Ric. I remember him as a cute kid bright and ready to take on the world. my prayers are with your family. His memory and your love will always be stay with you.

• 10/01/2021

  sharon Derosa

  So sorry to hear about Ric. I remember him as a cute kid bright and ready to take on the world. my prayers are with your family. His memory and your love will always be there.

• 10/01/2021

  Judy Lloyd

  I was so sad to hear of Rik's passing. I didn't know him well but attended several parties with he and colleagues from Alere. He was a fun guy and a kick in the pants! He was well known for the antics on Halloween and for his hearse. I wish the best for his family at this difficult time. Judy Lloyd (Tim's wife)

• 10/01/2021

  brian lorimer

  Rick, sometimes life seems unfair. You had rounded a corner and doing much better. I will miss you as a friend and co-haunter

• 10/01/2021

  Pat Ryder

  My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Your love shows. I'm so sorry for your loss, My Thoughts and Prayers are always with you. We Miss you. The Chico Elks R.V.ers and Patti too.

• 10/01/2021

  Gennie Daly

  Dick & Peggy, Having Rik for a neighbor was GREAT he liked to tease the whole neighborhood he would start decorating Oct,1 he would put out 1 or 2 things a day it seemed like. Everyone around here would drive by real slow or walk the sidewalk to see what he added and I would look out daily to see what was new then he would give us all a treat when he would add a bunch at one time. I would try to keep up with him doing my yard. Rik always smiled and waved when he would come out to get the mail. I will miss him my heart goes out to the two of you. g

• 10/01/2021

  Blake Mengotto

  Rik, You were a unique person and will be missed. RIP! Regards, Blake

• 10/01/2021

  Linda Phinney

  RIP Rik. See you on the other side.

• 10/01/2021

  Charles R Cary

  Sandy and I have followed Riks facebook accounts for at least the last 2 or 3 years. So when we heard the news it saddend us greately.It is only now that I became aware of his web site, and having visitted am truly amase'd at his life stile.

• 10/01/2021

  Catrina

  Rik you will be missed. My deepest sympathies to your family.

• 10/01/2021

  Sandy Kimbal aka Furby

  RIP, good sir.

• 10/01/2021

  Craig & Donna Larson

  So sorry for your loss! May you find comfort in many wonderful memories!

• 10/01/2021

  TC Haskins

  I still think of you every day man..the way you made me laugh is going to be hard to match..I'm going to miss your wite, humor, sarcasm & just plain 'ol craziness..your a one in a million man dude..going to miss the heck out of you man!! Happy Haunting in the great beyond Rik.. Spook ya later bro!!

• 10/01/2021

  Lisa

  My lovely friend, I will never forget the wonderful conversations, outings, bantering back and forth and just enjoying our friendship. Thank you for every moment that you so graciously shared with me. You are one in a million Rik and will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to your family and loved ones. Peace, Lisa

• 10/01/2021

  Martha Smith

  My husband Jim and I met Rik and Heather on a Bloody Mary Cruise. Rik and I were always going to figure out if we were related (my grandmother's maiden name was Cary), but sadly never did. A few weeks ago, on his birthday, he told me he was adopting me as a cousin. Such a kind and gentle man, I am proud to call him friend and "cousin." He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.