Crossing Rainbow Bridge

Stuart · Joined: 11 Feb 2004 Posts: 2 Location: Gold Canyon

So sorry to hear of the news about Hooli.
His literary works were very enjoyable & will be dearly missed.
Best wishes to him near Rainbow Bridge.
Deepest sympathy to survivors: family, critters & AZH.
Sincerely, Stuart

sherileeaz · Joined: 12 Jun 2003 Posts: 874

My sympathy goes out to his family and all his friends, I know there are many.
He was a very likable person. I enjoyed his wit. He would send such fun emails. Hugs, Hooli, you will be dearly missed.

God bless,
Sheri

Sande J · Posted: 3/6/2009, 6:45 pm Post subject:

How do you even begin to say farewell to someone who was the heartbeat of this community. WOW...there are no words. I pray that all of those closest to him find the peace and comfort that only God gives at these times. You are ALL in my thoughts. Hooli, thank you for the many great memories that you gave to all of us.
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azhiker96 · Joined: 05 Jan 2003 Posts: 1419

A few years ago, Deanda and I went on a hike to the Battleship. It was a group hike but because of work constraints we had to hit the trail in the evening. As we hiked in from First Water, I could see the footprints of those who had headed in before us. Following second water trail, we followed the footprints. Sometimes the trail was rocky and I no longer had tracks to follow. But then the trail would turn soft and I'd see the prints that reminded me I was following the right path. The light was fading as we passed the paint mine and I could no longer see the prints but I knew this had to be the path. When we hit the creek bottom, there was not enough light to see the prints and I didn't have a light with me. We set up camp and spent the night alone. Through the night we could occasionally hear voices and laughter from the others who'd gone before. In the morning, I quickly found the trail and we joined the rest of the group at their campsite.
I tell this story because it reminds me of Hooli. He also is ahead of me on the trail. Sometimes I see his footprints and sometimes I don't but I know the path he's taken. When it's dark, I can still hear his voice. And I know that when I am done with this journey, I'll see him again and we'll sit around a campfire and eat scorched rare beef and drink martinis. I'm glad our paths crossed here on Earth. I know they'll cross again. Rest easy my friend.
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glemyr · Joined: 06 Mar 2009 Posts: 4 Location: Saginaw, MI

Hooli........

Deep peace of the running wave to you.
Deep peace of the flowing air to you.
Deep peace of the quiet earth to you.
Deep peace of the shining stars to you.
Deep peace of the watching shepherds to you.
Deep peace of the Son of Peace to you.

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sherileeaz · Joined: 12 Jun 2003 Posts: 874

Todd,

Is there a memorial planned? I haven't found any information regarding a wake. Please let me know.

Thank you,
Sheri

oliverr99 · Joined: 04 Jul 2006 Posts: 632 Location: Glendale

I am so sorry to hear this. I did not know him, but I read a lot of his posts, and you all talked about him a lot on the trips. I am very sorry for loss of a friend.
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GTG · Posted: 3/8/2009, 8:47 am Post subject: Memorial, Wake Etc.

There will not be a formal service or wake for our friend.

I will be arranging a celebration of his life in a manner in which Hooli would respect and be proud to be the subject of. This will not occur in the immediate future but will happen in a month or so. I will keep details posted up here and will keep everyone appraised.

I'm sorry if this is not what you would want or expect of him but Hooli wanted a celebration of his life not a group of mourning sad sacks.

Stay tuned for details.

GTG
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Shawn · Posted: 3/8/2009, 9:13 am Post subject:

Thank you Todd. I agree whole-heartedly, a celebration of the good times is in order, and we may not be quite ready for that for awhile. Don't be bashful about asking for help when the time comes.
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Trishness · Posted: 3/8/2009, 2:54 pm Post subject: Re: Memorial, Wake Etc.

Tom Treks · Gear Addict Joined: 12 Jan 2003 Posts: 3347

Thanks to all for your output of condolences regarding this. It has been an extremely hard time for all of us.

I agree 100% that this should be as Todd stated "a celebration of his life in a manner in which Hooli would respect and be proud to be the subject of".

Although we bantered about things quite a bit, but mostly in jest, Hooli was, and still is, a very good friend of mine. I am missing him immensely.

I am very much looking forward to a collective celebration of John Richardson's life, and hope that all can join in when the time is right.

PageRob · Joined: 03 Mar 2005 Posts: 859 Location: Page, Az.

I hope I am able to attend. We are going to be down in Phoenix for a memorial service for my Grandmother who also passed away the same day as Hooli on April 3rd. If it is that weekend I would be very happy to attend and celebrate his life.
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beckett · Joined: 14 Feb 2005 Posts: 1066

A celebration of life is perfect. Thanks for keeping us all up to date. Todd you were and are a great friend to Hooli.

linda
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Davis2001R6 · Joined: 12 Dec 2003 Posts: 5591 Location: Italy

Well I hope I can make it whatever weekend it is. I like the idea of a celebration of life better than any service or memorial as well.

Hooli were still thinking of you......Have a Martini "on the rocks" up there Smile

wanderingsoul · Joined: 19 Jul 2004 Posts: 2285 Location: Gilbert AZ

Thanks Todd, I was thinking about that earlier and hoped that it would cross your mind too. I think that this will be the perfect way to remember and celebrate Hooli
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