January 06, 2018

I knew Rich briefly through a Bible study that we attended, plus seeing him around Lititz as I walked or worked as a crossing guard. He was struggling with Alzheimer’s already, but I greatly admire the grace which with he conducted himself, and how he chose to reach out and relate to others in the midst of his own suffering.  Steven A. Martin

December 30, 2017

Dear Alice,
We are so sorry for your losses!  Gary and I are saddened by these events yet know that ultimately in the end there is tremendous hope!  
Susan Hoover

December 30, 2017

Richard was one of the most compassionate and caring individuals I have ever known. And he truly was an individual, in the best sense of the term. Deeply spiritual and unwavering in his faith, it was always a treat to engage him in discussions about religion and philosophy. As I am writing this, I recall sitting around a table at the LGH cafeteria with cups of coffee laughing with tears in our eyes during one of our lively exchanges. One of my fondest memories with Richard was he and I attending the Who concert in Hershey. How he loved rock and roll. Farewell, my friend. Enjoy the rest of your journey.
Ed

December 29, 2017

I was one of Richard’s nurses. He loved music, his radio played 24/7. He appreciated the little things, he loved when I got the clippers out and shaved his head. I guess he really liked the bald look. I was privy to a small window of time in Richard’s life; I wish I could’ve known more. 

December 28, 2017

Rich was such a valued member of the Neuropsychology team at Lancaster General. We truly missed seeing him each day. I was saddened to hear of his recent passing and want to express my sincere sympathies to his loving family. I have always and will continue to remember his friendly face, sense of humor, his unwaivering faith and his deep committment to his family. Peace be with all of you. Dodie Vance

December 27, 2017

Rich was born when I was 14 years, a very lonely teenager. As an infant when I cared for him he would look deeply into my eyes and then give me that full smile almost as though he was thanking me.  He was always so busy wanting to know everything but always came running to me with that smile, loving me. As a toddler he had curly blond hair and hazel eyes and loved his Howdy Doody hat.  He was the leader of his brothers and sister and his cousins as well.  He really was a treasure.  In fact his maternal grandmother called him “tesoro”.  God in His infinite mercy blessed me with the gift of Rich.  I am happy Rich is with our Lord and Savior but I miss him so much.  Bless you Alice and Micah.  Love always, Aunt Carmen

December 27, 2017

To my loving family.
My absence at this time is heart wrenching. I wish that I could be there with you right now.
The loss I feel is made worse yet by the fact that I am not there to give and get support.
Richard to me was always bigger than life, he made my world a better place. He was my Big Cousin, my example of what it was to grow and become a man. He was my hero in many ways. He taught me that anger had no place in a man’s heart, that it would only make you a hard person. He showed me that you can be stronger for the love you have in your heart.
In my younger years he taught me what “Cool” was all about. He introduced me to music, not just what was popular, but that there was a world full of different music all with an aspect to appreciate. His fashion sense became mine, Paisley shirts, with black and white striped corduroys, with heeled corner cockroach killers. When I was in fourth grade. What an influence, and man I was proud to be cool, I was like my Big Cousin.
Later in my life Rich was a great real reference on dating. He made it clear that you can be cool, but you always had to be a gentleman. I think the word was “Suave”, yes Rich embodied suave.
As a young adult Rich again was the teacher, the lesson had quite a learning curve, but his steadfast view of religion and his relationship with the Lord, was something alien to me. Yes I knew of religion but I lacked faith, and a relationship with Christ. But the man who had been my teacher, had found his peace in his relationship and love with Christ. It took me awhile, but Rich had always been right in the past.
I am a better man today for all Rich has given me throughout my life, the last thing he gave me is the desire to know Christ, to have a relationship, to love and be loved. This was the last lesson. I have learned it well. I know we don’t understand God’s plan, but today Rich does, he always sought to gain a better and more complete knowledge of all he embraced, now in the everlasting kingdom he has another opportunity.
I will not feel sorry for Richard, for he is in a better place. I feel for the rest of us because of his absence. I for one will wait patiently for the next lesson I get from my Big Cousin.
God had blessed us all with you. May God Bless you Richard Anthony Moraga with everlasting peace,

December 27, 2017

Our sincere sympathies our with you Alice and Micah, and ALL your family.  Praying for time to heal and God’s loving embrace of comfort and peace. Be blessed.
Gary and Suzie Johnson xoxo