Today marks one year since Richard was executed.
Not a day passes without thinking of him. His humor, his thoughtful letters, and the quiet way he showed up for others even when he was the one facing unimaginable circumstances. Richard listened without judgment, encouraged without expecting anything in return, and reminded people that they were not alone. Many of us leaned on him in moments when we felt lost, and somehow, he always found the right words.
Richard believed deeply in redemption, in growth, and in the possibility that people are more than the worst thing they have ever done. He worked every day to live that belief, helping others on the row, supporting men in their final moments, and striving to leave behind kindness wherever he could.
His life mattered. His voice mattered. His compassion mattered.
Today, we remember Richard not for the way his life ended, but for the way he chose to live, with faith, humility, and an unwavering commitment to caring for others. His legacy continues in every act of compassion, every letter written, and every effort to build a more humane world.
You are missed, Richard. You are remembered. And your impact lives on.
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