So long, dad

Canelek · Post by **Canelek** » October 13, 2007, 3:50 am

Sleep Well Dad

Richard Anthony Mosley Sr. died this morning at the age of 60 in Jackson Mississippi. He was born on February 24th, 1947 in Greenwood, MS and became a successful investment banker early in his 20’s through the help of his closest friend Jon Long. In turn he taught this trade to two of his three brothers, which brought them great success in the bond business and in life. Richard was a deeply loving father and provided all of the best things he could to his two sons and daughter. He always had jokes to tell and didn’t stop till you would smile and laugh.

In 1986 he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and had to leave the Investment Banking world due to its numerous effects, including slurred speech. He remarked that it “was hard for bankers to take you seriously when you sound drunk all the time.” It was amazing to hear him on the phone, like he could talk an Eskimo out of their only coat.

The transition to early retirement and disability so early in life was hard for him, but he didn’t let the disease get the best of him. He started an MS support group to help others that were suffering with the disease that had a dozen members show on any given week. Many of those in his group became his closest friends and supporters during this time. He was a shining light to each person that came to his meetings and talked to him on the phone and in person like an evangelical minister. I remember times when my Dad and I would go to meet people who had just been diagnosed with MS and he would counsel and console easing the fear and distress they had in the unknown.

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Please support your local MS Walk

Much love,
Rich (aka Canno)

Tyek · Post by **Tyek** » October 13, 2007, 4:20 am

I am really sorry for your loss, I cannot imagine what losing a parent is like. My dad hit 61 this week and I would hate to lose him.

Winnow · Post by **Winnow** » October 13, 2007, 4:44 am

Sorry to hear that Canelek,

Best wishes to you and your family.

Zaelath · Post by **Zaelath** » October 13, 2007, 7:04 am

Sad to hear that Canno, best wishes to your family.

Arborealus · Post by **Arborealus** » October 13, 2007, 9:56 am

*hugs leezard*

Midnyte_Ragebringer · October 13, 2007, 10:16 am

I'm sorry for your loss.

Boogahz · Post by **Boogahz** » October 13, 2007, 10:50 am

My condolences. Loss of family is never easy, no matter how close or far apart you thought you were before.

Canoe · Post by **Canoe** » October 13, 2007, 10:51 am

Sorry to hear about this old friend.

My condolences, you and yours will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeff (aka Canoe).

Drolgin Steingrinder · October 13, 2007, 12:37 pm

Ah shit, I'm sorry Rich. Let me know if you need someone to yell at or something, ok? You were there for me when my dad passed away and...well, just let me know, ok?

Fash · Post by **Fash** » October 13, 2007, 1:20 pm

Sorry, friend.

Tegellan · Post by **Tegellan** » October 13, 2007, 1:33 pm

My condolences, I wish you the best in this tough time.

Mak · Post by **Mak** » October 13, 2007, 1:59 pm

I am sorry for your loss. We'll say a prayer for both of you.

Sirensa · Post by **Sirensa** » October 13, 2007, 2:19 pm

Oh Rich I'm so sorry

If you need anything or need to go out and get your mind of things, let us know. *hug*

Al · Post by Al » October 13, 2007, 4:59 pm

While I haven't lost a parent, I've lost several family members who were close to me. My heart is with you.

Animale · Post by **Animale** » October 13, 2007, 5:52 pm

Condolences.

noel · Post by **noel** » October 14, 2007, 12:38 am

Rich,

That's truly horrible news. I'm really sorry to hear that. I've had some experience with MS, and I know how hard that is as well. You have my deepest sympathies.

I mentioned this to Lance and he said to say he was very sorry as well.

If there's anything at all I can do, please don't hesitate to let me know.

-Noel

Keverian FireCry · Post by **Keverian FireCry** » October 14, 2007, 1:45 am

My heart is with you Rich.

My aunt (virtually a 2nd mother) recently passed from MS as well. The toll the disease takes on everyone involved is really devastating.

Again, my heart is with you and those close to you who felt the impact.

Kluden · Post by **Kluden** » October 14, 2007, 10:48 am

Sorry to hear this old bud. My prayers go out to you and your fam.

Sueven · Post by **Sueven** » October 14, 2007, 11:02 am

Canelek · Post by **Canelek** » October 14, 2007, 12:15 pm

thanks everyone for your thoughts....luckily, Mississippi is the fun capital of the world. amirite?

Vaemas · Post by **Vaemas** » October 14, 2007, 3:13 pm

My condolences. Sounds like your father was a really cool guy.

/beer

Moonwynd · Post by **Moonwynd** » October 15, 2007, 1:30 am

I am sorry to hear of your loss - I lost my father when I was seven years old.

May the grief and sadness you now feel soon be replaced by the warm memories of a lifetime spent together.

In sympathy,

Matthew (Moonwynd)

Tuberok · Post by **Tuberok** » October 15, 2007, 11:44 am

Canno,
I am so sorry for your loss.

Leonaerd · Post by **Leonaerd** » October 15, 2007, 2:12 pm

Sorry to hear. My dad died three years ago as of March to a sudden heart attack. You'll be all right.

Chidoro · Post by **Chidoro** » October 15, 2007, 3:42 pm

I can tell that he was a pillar of strength. It really is amazing to hear individuals that spit in their disease's face. A lot of people cower under unfortunate circumstances, he decided to kick its ass.

My condolences.

David

Funkmasterr · Post by **Funkmasterr** » October 15, 2007, 3:50 pm

My condolences man

Just always remember him the way you described him here.

Animalor · Post by **Animalor** » October 16, 2007, 9:59 am

My Condolences Canelek.

Losing a parent is never an easy thing..

Nick · Post by **Nick** » October 16, 2007, 1:56 pm

Hey Rich, sorry to hear this mate

Grim news indeed. Condolences mate

Dexail · Post by **Dexail** » October 16, 2007, 6:59 pm

my condolences to you and your family Cane. Keep your head up and remember the best about him.

Legenae · Post by **Legenae** » October 17, 2007, 2:38 am

My grandmother died suddenly earlier this year. I was closer to her than I was my own parents. So I kind of know what you're going through.

My sympathies to you and your family.

Seebs · Post by **Seebs** » October 21, 2007, 1:23 am

Sorry for your loss.

Bubba Grizz · Post by **Bubba Grizz** » October 24, 2007, 3:33 pm

What they said.

Taly · Post by **Taly** » October 25, 2007, 8:39 pm

So sorry for your loss =(

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