Like many people, I knew Richard from Discworld - the many wonderful costumes he had and the intricate characters he portrayed. I only spoke with him a few times & each time he was fascinating to listen to. I was looking forward to seeing Sir Joshua Lavish again, but will raise a glass instead to a real gentleman - RIP Richard

Richard was such a larger than life presence at the Discworld cons. He did hard and meticulous work with the auctions and there will be a real sense of loss without him on so many levels. His costumes were always wonderfully memorable as was his humour. He will be missed.

I met Richard a few years ago at the DWCon in Birmingham and was shocked to hear he had passed away. He was a funny, intelligent and brilliant man and will be missed. RIP Sir Joshua Lavish!

Dear Richard - today would have been your 50th birthday. We would have wished to be able to celebrate this with you. We, your work colleagues in Zurich, would have sung "Happy Birthday" - in "key L" - as you used to point out with a big smile at our birthday celebrations in the office.......We miss you. Take care where ever you are, and until later.....

Although I have not seen you very much, I still feel the loss when I speak to Ros and Arron. My thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.you will always live on in the memory of all your loved ones. Happy birthday Richard.

I met Richard at a Discworld Convention years ago - he had a terrific costume, he turned out to be a lovely, lively, man that weekend. I helped him a bit at the last Auction. I looked for him at the Tribal gatherings at Wincanton as well. Always smiling, always happy to be there. I will look again this 'Hogswatch' and I will miss his company.

I worked with Richard on several technology market studies. He had great insight and perception and inspired the study team with his enthusiasm and boundless energy. Never a negative word from Richard; always a force for good. The world is poorer for your loss Richard.
Allan Matthews, University of Sheffield, UK

I'm Richard's younger brother. I have been contacted by friends and colleagues from many countries who have all offered condolences and tributes to Richard. This has been of great comfort to me and my family. I hope that sharing thoughts on this site will help everybody with coming to terms with this sad event.

I am Richard's sister and would like to thank all those people from around the world that have sent such kind words to the family at this difficult time. It is obvious that Richard has touched many lives and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.