I only worked with Rich for a few weeks on my Paediatrics rotation, but that short amount of time was enough to see what a kind, intelligent, and funny person he was. He immediately made me feel like part of the team, he taught me a lot too. I'll never forget being with him in CED when one of our oncology patients had to be admitted. Their faces lit up immediately when they saw him, even though they were very stressed. "Look it's Matua Rich!" They said. He told me he was still deciding whether to pursue ED or Oncology, and I joked that I think he'd have to stay in Oncology because the children and families loved him so much, they'd already made the decision for him. He was the kind of Doctor that we all strive to be, and paediatrics will not be the same without him. Rest in peace, Rich. You were a really special person.

Rich; I am by no means qualified to write a long message here, In the short times where our paths crossed one another, Thank you for showing me what genuine kindness and selfless love is like I wish you all the best, up above in the sky Rest Well

Richie, In the short time I’ve known you you’ve had such an impact of my life. It’s no secret that your incredibly talented. You dedicated your life to serving others. You had a musical gift that put a smile on everyone’s face. You had the drive to go and visit as many places as you could. I’m so lucky that I got to experience one of those trips with you. Although you never quite made it to Inne. I promise one day we’ll make it for you. I look forward to seeing you one day e hoa. Aroaha nui Soph x

My my brother, It pains me deeply to be sitting here writing this right now. You were taken from us too soon, we had so many more special moments to share together. Although I moved over the ditch, we still managed to stay in touch and catch up. And everyone we did, it was like it hadn’t been long since I was pretty much living at your house every week. Playing games, watching anime, going on adventures. We were supposed to take over the world, remember? I’ll make sure to come drop off your favourite childhood food, “chicken noodles” Please watch over the rest of us and your whānau, and make sure you save some room for me up there so you can play me one more song. Thank you for being my rival and brother for life, I look forward to telling you all about the rest of my journey over a cold beer and a 1v1 on guitar hero when I join you. Love you my brother

My dearest friend, Richie. Always in my heart. Always on my mind. For the time stolen from us, for the memories we had yet to share. The years we missed in between. My heart and love will remain with you and your family for the rest of time. When we see each other again, we will take those trips and make those memories I always thought we would. My larger than life friend. You will always be missed by so many