One year on. Grandaddy, this morning I stood and did my first whole school assembly. I channelled all the advice you have given me and the nerves were quietened down. There is not a day that goes past we do not think of you, small things I see each day remind me of you. Driving to see Granny on Saturday the old mans beard had been highlighted by the frost and stood out against the dark colours of the verges and then this morning the cobwebs were so frosty that it looked like someone had been playing with string in the oddest of places. Thank you for everything you gave me, everything you taught me and for making me the woman I am. xx

I was very saddened to hear of Richard's passing. He gave me my first job in teaching in 1981. He was an excellent mentor and shaped the way I taught throughout my career. I enjoyed my 5 years at Fareham with Richard's support and enthusiasm. In later years I went on to become a head of Science in a college and in retirement volunteer at nature reserves on Morecambe Bay. I guess Richard had a bigger influence on me than I though. Peter Stevens

Uncle Richard was a great uncle in all senses of the word! I don't recall him ever raising his voice towards me or Adam and I'm sure we would have warranted it at some point, he always seemed so at ease and content with life and we always enjoyed visiting Lee on Solent for a game of Boules and a blast from the Northumberland pipes. I've so many fond memories - fossil hunting on the beach, sailing on the Solent or long treks along the coast that I can remember so vividly, in particular I remember Richard's departing words to me from my weeks stay back in 2005 were to climb every mountain, advice that I gradually took to heart and for every munro I check off the list I'm reminded of him.

I have so many lovely memories of my great Uncle Richard. Uncle Richard and Aunty Jean have always encouraged me so much with my music. When Uncle Richard found out that I was interested in Bach, he and Aunty Jean sent me a beautiful copy of Bach's Inventions and Sinfonias along with a lovely message of encouragement. This is just one of many experiences of kindness that my wonderful Uncle Richard and Aunty Jean have shown me. When I endeavour to learn another of Bach's inventions, I will be thinking of my Uncle Richard, and I'm sure he will be listening.

How lovely to have played with Richard. He brought a special air with his wonderful piping. His unique sound will be missed within our band. Simon The Harvesters: 2003 - present

Happy Bamburgh memories of Richard coaxing Sally to walk more than 100yards down the beach without moaning...and he succeeded !!