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Richard L. "Captain Rick" Willman

1950 - 2021

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Matthew lit a candle

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

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I had Captain Rick as a school bus driver all through my years of elementary. He was truly a respectable and kind hearted man and an amazing, entertaining driver. My condolences are forever with his family. Thank you, Captain for being a landmark in my life.

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Joe Bell posted a condolence

Friday, October 15, 2021

My three years as Captain of the Summerwind was perhaps my greatest working experience. Rick was a wonderful boss and a great friend. He had a wonderful sense of humor as well as a very compassionate heart. My sincere condolences to Helen and the entire family. Chautauqua Lake has lost a true legend. Sail on my friend. Captain Joe Bell

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Evan Moynihan posted a condolence

Wednesday, March 3, 2021

I never knew him as Rick or even Captain Rick. I had him as a substitute teacher at Southwestern throughout middle and high school. We were just kids, so to us he was Captain Willman. I still remember how exciting it was to walk into a classroom and see him sitting there. You knew it was going to be fun every time. He didn't feel like a teacher. He felt like your buddy. He had a great sense of humor and I remember what a kick we used to get out of passing him in the halls and addressing him as Captain and saluting. We even went on the Summer Wind for our senior night. That was in 2007. I don't think I can even name any other substitute teachers I had. That's what kind of an impact he had. To his family, I'm very sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. Evan Moynihan

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Pamela Forge posted a condolence

Friday, February 26, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. Rick always made me laugh and he was always very kind and welcoming to anyone I brought aboard the Summer Wind. Chautauqua Lake won't be the same. The tourism community is losing a great man. Respectfully, Pamela Forge

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Julie Ann Federko Miles posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Sorry to hear of Captain Rick's passing. We enjoyed our boat rides with him and my girls loved driving the boat. I remember him stopping by my parents to get information on an orange windsock like ours and us getting so excited to see the boat go up and down the lake.

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Chuck and Patrice Spinner posted a condolence

Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Helen, So sorry to hear of Captain Rick's passing. I have so many wonderful memories with Rick during my ten years as a narrator aboard the Summer Wind! Each day, each voyage, brought a different adventure that I cherished. Through the miracle of modern technology, Patrice and I were able to watch Rick's beautiful funeral service. Helen, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we pray that you are comforted by the many fun memories you shared together and with so many friends. Much love, Chuck and Patrice Spinner...Cable, Ohio

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John Seitz posted a condolence

Friday, February 19, 2021

Rick was from Corry and a vital part of the class of 1968. He was always friendly and always had something interesting going on. We snowmobiled together and pretended to be misspending our youth with a few beers. In reality he was a great companion and will be in our memories. I’m thankful that he participated in our weekly class of 68 Zoom last summer and fall.

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Ron and Cheryl Strom planted a tree in memory of Richard Willman

Friday, February 19, 2021

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If it was a wave from land or sea, or just a good talk in the garage, Lakeside Dr. Will never be the same. So sorry for your loss Helen and family.

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Linda Nobbs posted a condolence

Friday, February 19, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Tony & Mitzi DeLuca planted a tree in memory of Richard Willman

Thursday, February 18, 2021

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I will miss my oldest friend dearly and will treasure the many times we spent together over our 50 year friendship.

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Anthony & Natalie DeLuca planted a tree in memory of Richard Willman

Thursday, February 18, 2021

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Love you Uncle Rick & Aunt Helen. Wish we could be there to say goodbye, you are in our prayers.

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Michael & Olivia DeLuca planted a tree in memory of Richard Willman

Thursday, February 18, 2021

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Rest In Peace, Uncle Rick. Our world will have a hole in it without you here and we miss you already.

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Julie McGill posted a condolence

Thursday, February 18, 2021

Very sorry to hear of Rick’s passing! You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Ray and Julie McGill and Family

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Jim Srit posted a condolence

Thursday, February 18, 2021

Sorry to see this guy die prematurely. A year older, I remember him well from our Corry High School days.

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Mary Ann Anderson posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Helen and family we want you to know we are heartbroken to hear of Rick's passing. We will miss his frequent drive by visits and friendship with our whole family for so many years. He was a true friend and we loved him. Mary Ann and Roger Anderson and family.

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Rick Deegan posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Rick was a great guy and a member of the NYS Tour Boat Association. The association will miss him. I enjoyed many long talks with him about our shared industry. Helen, we are so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Rick & Fran Deegan Grand Lady Cruises, Inc.

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mike angelo lit a candle

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

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My thoughts and prayers go out to Willman family,i know Rick was a part of a lot of peoples lives,i knew Rick through work at the school he also was a part of my wedding on the summerwind i will miss him very much but know he is in a wonderfull place Mike Angelo

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Brian & Lori Peterson planted a tree in memory of Richard Willman

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

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We will cherish all of our memories we have made at Lakeside Dr from boating, morning coffees, the evening fire & sharing stories. We love you Rick

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Gordy and Linda DeVlieger posted a symbolic gesture

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

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We were very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. May the family take comfort in knowing that they are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Gordy and Linda DeVlieger and family

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Monday, February 15, 2021

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