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Richard D. Tilton
1950 - 2018
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Mary Beth (Nardone) Westbrook posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
I just learned of the passing of Richard. Many years have passed since I saw him, but his antics and love of the blues, and talent will always remain happily in my memories. To all of his family and friends, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Hopefully he and Sue are making everyone laugh on the other side.
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Carl Bertini posted a condolence
Thursday, October 18, 2018
Rest in Peace my friend. You will be greatly missed.
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Nancy Drum posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
I'm deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Rich Tilton - someone who was so inspirational to me as a musician and who was also a great friend. Someone else here said it best when he was not only talented but he that he was just a good person overall. I learned a lot of life-lessons from him as well as guitar licks. I loved that Rich heard me play at some Fiddler's Festival out in Palmyra, back in the early 80's and I was playing my old National Steel Body bottleneck guitar. He ran right over and we ended up playing the rest of the afternoon. He invited me to come to the Brew House on Ridge Road and set in with his band - the St. James Band. Little did I know at the time that the drummer (who is now my brother-in-law) of 30 years, Dave Drum - would leave the band and his brother Bill would join and then I would eventually one day marry Bill! I always credit Rich and the St. James Band for that and bringing us together. And we sure had some rockin' wild times with Tom and Terry Stocum and then Walt "Wally" Kaminsiki and John Klafhen. I had the best times at Rich and Carol's parties in the summer - all the jamming and partying. Those were the days! One of my fondest memories was going with Rich and Carol and the Stocum Brothers to hear the band that did "We Gotta' Get Out of This Place" - my senioritis prevents me from remembering their band name right this minute. Then, Rich, let me borrow a huge stack of vinyl's that I would play and learn from. He had me come out on Saturday to work out guitar parts and showed me lots of leads I still play today thanks to him. He made me a better musician and broadened my listening horizon and taught me what was important in music. I've seen it in a totally different light because of him. Sometimes I hear an old song come on the radio and it will make me think of him (and/or the Stocums) and it takes me back to those places. Rich will be missed but never forgotten. Love and condolences to his family and friends. God Bless him and may he now find peace - Nancy Drum
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Jill Ketchum Rivard lit a candle
Sunday, October 14, 2018
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Ron Murray posted a condolence
Sunday, October 14, 2018
It is very sad to hear of Rich passing on. We played together with Jeff Cooper and Mark St. James (sadly both also gone). I greatly appreciated him all that he taught me. These are just a few... know the roots of rock, blues! To feel the music and play with both body and soul, to move and groove when playing with no inhibition so to enhance the experience for yourself and the audience and to improvise freely. It was a blast playing music and partying with him. He brought joy to many. RIP Rich you are one of the greats!
With heartfelt condolences to the Tilton family.
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Frank Caruso posted a condolence
Friday, October 12, 2018
He was very talented. He was very funny. Haven't seen him last 50 years but the memories.
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J P posted a condolence
Thursday, September 20, 2018
I first met Mr. Tilton in the middle 1970s, in the front room of that large 'White Elephant' located on east river road.(Genesee Inn Maybe???)
He introduced himself as 'Rich', and we had a fine conversation about Converse sneakers. Minutes later he was blasting out his great covers of " Wine, Wine, Wine" and "Doodley Squat" with the St. James band. My point is, any man that can leave a really good impression.. even 40+ years later... is a special human being. Thank you, Rich. RIP
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Dee Kuniskis-LeBlanc posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
I have been a friend of Richard and his sister Sue since I was eleven years old. They were both great friends.
Rich was so very talented. He will always be remembered by anyone who ever knew him.
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with all of you at this time.
Dee
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Gary Seidler lit a candle
Sunday, September 16, 2018
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Best Times of my life with you brother
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Dick tilton lit a candle
Saturday, September 15, 2018
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Rest In Peace son! Love you always your Dad! Richard “Dick” Tilton
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Lynne Stocum lit a candle
Thursday, September 13, 2018
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ITS A ROCK AND ROLL HEAVEN NOW WITH RICH TOM AND TERRY RIP RICH TO THE TILTON FAMILY IAM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS LOVE LYNNE STOCUM
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Kathy Hurysz posted a condolence
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Sending my thoughts for the family and friends of the loss of your loved one Richard. I am from Henrietta my whole life and have been around and lived here a long time have seen Richard play various gigs and do remember the St James Band when they used to jam in the apartments behind the Henrietta park. Again I am very sorry for you loss of such a talented man who make his way ups and downs to become a greater person and still was so very young. I pray for you to have peace and comfort at this difficult time.
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Mary Ellyn posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
One crazy and gifted musician and boy did he love to pull pranks! Between him and Sue I never stood a chance!
RIP Richard and thanks for the happy feet! Keep on singing and playing...
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Beverly DeCarlo posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Rich, I remember you coming over to swim in the pool with Walt, Michelle always liked seeing you, you made her laugh. You were always so sweet to me and my parents. You were so very talented and I liked hearing you play you always had your heart into it. Now you can sleep and rest the pain is over. May you be guided into the light by angels and have eternal peace.
Love, Bev (Walt's' sister) John and Michelle
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Beverly DeCarlo/husband John DeCarlo lit a candle
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
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Cheri Tilton Mcpherson lit a candle
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
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Miss you and love you! Hope your up there playing cards with mom anunt bee! You will be missed! Love Cheri and dad
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Jill Copeland DeCramer posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Rich, I hope you are making beautiful music with the angels right now. I have nothing but happy memories of my first love, your unique sense of humor, your kindness, I will always cherish all my memories of you. You are in my heart until my dying day..so until I see you again...
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Joy Raforth posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
So sorry to hear of Rich's passing. He was quite the character. May you rest in peace Rich.
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Joy Raforth lit a candle
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
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Goodbye to my crazy R-H 1968 classmate. I am sure you are still raising hell. Peace. Joy
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Dave Thomas posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
I agree with your "SPOT ON" description of Rich and how he lived his life.I shared a locker with him during our senior year at RH and THAT was an education in and of itself!!!! Give 'em Hell.Rich,wherever you are........Dave
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Peggy (Otis) Roberson posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Rich was an old high school friend. I remember him well and his personality then was exactly as written. I am very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with your family and all who loved and knew Rich!
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Diana Glaser Pfersick posted a condolence
Monday, September 10, 2018
Last time I saw you, you were having some brews at the Creekside in Rush. Our lives circled each other but rarely met. I remember when The Beatles were the rage, your hair was just like them. You came to a few parties at my house in high school. So hard to believe you have passed on. Peace!!
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Al “Butch” Almansberger posted a condolence
Monday, September 10, 2018
Rich, we lost touch over the last 50 years. I wanted you, your family, as well as, our friends and classmates to know you earned my respect back in the locker room at school. Some younger kid was being teased with a jock strap. You intervened on that kid’s behalf and stopped the bullying. You were so courageous that you made fun of yourself with the jock and made the bullies feel small. Over all these years I have admired you for what you did that day. You did the right thing even when you could have let the kid get bullied and walked awaw. Instead, you stood with the kid against bullying. To this day I am proud of you and for what you did for a bullying victim. As a School Principal, I never forgot your example.
I’m only sorry I never got to tell you this when you were still alive.
Rest In Peace Rich! You deserve a special place in heaven
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Ron Tropiano posted a condolence
Monday, September 10, 2018
Hello Rich,
I had such a great time playing in the St James Band with you.As you know,we all end up there eventually so I will see you on the flipside my dear friend.
Ron Fingers Tropiano
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John Weiderman posted a condolence
Monday, September 10, 2018
Went to school with him and worked at RGH with him also. He was a unique individual! Crazy at times but a good friend. RIP my friend.
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Monday, September 10, 2018
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Bill Drum posted a condolence
Monday, September 10, 2018
Had the pleasure of playing with Rich and the rest of the St James Band when my brother left the band. What can I say about Rich? I can remember meeting Rich when they used to practice in my parents basement. That was years before the St James Band when Mark was still alive. I had mentioned to my parents the other day of Rich's passing and they can remember the "Good old days of the band in the basement" My father who just turned 93 remembers finding all his booze behind the bar missing and replaced with water, I'll bet you can guess who the culprit was. When I started playing with the band we would often practice at Rich and Carols place in Avon and I can remember Tad trying to bite my leg as I was playing (Bet you don't remember that huh Tad) I was also introduced to my now wife Nancy though Rich and we played together in one rendition of the band. Let me just say we had some wild and crazy nights at gigs down on Lake Ave. I'm sure everyone has a few wild and crazy stories about Rich.
I'm glad I had the opportunity to be Rich's friend and fellow musician along with Tom and Terry Stocum. And I regret not getting up to see him during his last few years.
Rest in peace Rich. You will not be forgotten that's for sure
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Sue Montcrieff posted a condolence
Monday, September 10, 2018
I met Rich years ago when he worked on the medical equipment at our facility. I remember his smile and easy demeanor. Always had kind words to say. His smile was infectious and he will
Truly be missed. Godspeed Rich. Rest well for a life well lived.
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Monday, September 10, 2018
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Monday, September 10, 2018
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