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lynn lit a candle
Friday, March 4, 2022
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Condolences to the Gardner family. Ricci was a true champion; believing in and fighting for his fellow man. He will always be an inspiration.
Lynn Harth Baldwin
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Stephanie M. purchased flowers
Friday, March 4, 2022
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Sending Comfort and Warmest Regards to the Gardner Family. Rest Well Mr. Gardner. -Stephanie M. (AKA Crunch and Munch)
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Frank Green posted a condolence
Friday, March 4, 2022
My sincere condolences to Chiquita and family on Ricci's passing. It has been a long time since we worked together at BNSF on Human Resource matters and on the Diversity Committee. He was a pleasure to work with and to know. Not only did he always seem to have a positive attitude but he was a good motivator as well. A great guy with a great laugh too!
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Frederick Johnson lit a candle
Thursday, March 3, 2022
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I have always been blessed to meet people who made a positive impact on my life!
I met Ricci on the campus of Southern Methodist University in 1996. He asked me if I had ever considered a career with the railroad and I told him "No". He told me that he was the VP of Facilities and that he was building a new facility. He advised if I ever wanted a tour to let him know and to "bring a resume". A year later, I took Ricci up on his offer and ended up working for the railroad. It was through Ricci that I made other life long friends. I will miss Ricci and condolences to Chiquita and the Gardner family.
Frederick Johnson
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Sherry & Dave Guidugli purchased flowers
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
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Sherry & Dave Guidugli
purchased the Tropical Dish Garden with Fresh Flowers for the family of Ricci Gardner.
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Gino & Michelle, Bay & Mary, Ben & Carla purchased flowers
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
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Gino & Michelle, Bay & Mary, Ben & Carla
purchased the Butterfly Garden for the family of Ricci Gardner.
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Joy Michelle Wilson lit a candle
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
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My sincere condolences to Chiquita and family. Ricci was such a big part of our BNSF family. HIs smile and laugh was so infectious... his personality was truly larger than life! Such a wonderful, kind human. Rest in peace, my friend. Joy Michelle Wilson
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Monique lit a candle
Monday, February 28, 2022
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May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
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Anthony & Paul posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, February 24, 2022
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To the family of our beloved servant, VFL brother and my friend Ricci
13 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.
14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.
15 For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.
16 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
17 Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
18 Wherefore comfort one another with these words.
â€â€1 Thessalonians‬ â€4:13-18
In pray for the family during this time,
Love, Anthony (B.K.A. Sha Sha )& Paula
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Barbara Cook posted a condolence
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Prayers of comfort to Chiquita and the rest of Ricci’s family! Ricci was such a fun leader at BNSF Railway. Very few people can progress through a company and achieve the role of Vice President. He will be remembered fondly by many people.
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Sam Kyei purchased flowers
Monday, February 21, 2022
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Ricci was a good man. He mentored many at Burlington Northern Railroad including me! Ricci: Rest in Perfect Peace champion of diversity and inclusion!
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Janis Johns posted a condolence
Monday, February 21, 2022
Recalling fond memories of Ricci during our time at BNSF Railway Company in Fort Worth. Ricci was a genuine, kind, and compassionate leader, always approachable and encouraging. His leadership style attributed to much happiness and positivity during those years and I am forever grateful for his influence upon my life.
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Terrence Johnson posted a condolence
Friday, February 18, 2022
Rest In Peace Ricci. You was a good friend. We had good times in college and in Seattle together.
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Carolyn Watkins lit a candle
Thursday, February 17, 2022
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Rest In Peace Ricci you will always be remembered in Jesus name Amen.
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The family of Ricci L. Gardner uploaded a photo
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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Marty Sonnenfeldt posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Rest in Pease Ricci. Great teammate at Tennessee and better man. You will be missed.
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William Anderson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Farewell, Ricci, from one of your UT teammates. You were a wonderful teammate and a good man. We will miss you.
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Randall Brady posted a condolence
Sunday, February 13, 2022
I did not know Ricci, however, we both ran track at Nashville East High School though eleven years part. The words I have heard about Ricci are that he was not only a top-notch athlete, but a top-notch human being. I am sure his adopted father Fornia (Junior) Ward feels the same. May God bless Ricci and his family.
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Theo Wright lit a candle
Sunday, February 13, 2022
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To The Family Of Ricci Gardner. It has been my pleasure to have known Ricci. He was a Class Act Young Man! Keep his Memories close to your Heart. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you! God is Still Good! Theo Wright! East High Class Of 1976!
A Memorial Tree was planted for Ricci Gardner
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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