In Memoriam...Rich Lloyd, President of Peruvian Connection

All of us at Peruvian Connection are mourning the loss of our President, Richard K. Lloyd.  Rich passed away Friday night after an 8 month battle with cancer.   Despite only being 36 years old, Rich made an unforgettable impression on everybody he came in contact with.  He had an incredible spirit and passion for life and throughout his battle with cancer he demonstrated amazing courage, character, love, grace, and determination.  He regularly emailed us at the office offering us words of encouragement and advice while in the midst of chemotherapy and regular visits to the hospital.  He always looked forward and never back and he never ever asked "Why me?".  We should all be so lucky to show that kind of courage in the face of adversity.

 

We will miss Rich dearly.  He made a mark on our company that will never be forgotten.

 

Read Rich's story in his own words at:  http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/richlloyd and click on Read Story.

Comments

[charlotte herman]

This tragic story reminds me of Terry Tempest Williams' unforgettable book, Refuge: An Unnatural History of Family and Place.

[M.]

I share your sense of loss at Rich's premature death. But more importantly, I agree that Rich's boundless optimism and courage in the face of great adversity is his remarkable legacy.

Rich inspired me in life, and his spirit is not diminished by his passing. LIVE RICH!

[Mrs]

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Rich Lloyd,
He should be admired and remebered for his brave fight with the big C, and yet still have interest in peruvian Connection, not many like him, and OH so young God Bless Him

[Mrs Sheila Lockwood]

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Rich Lloyd,
He should be admired and remebered for his brave fight with the big C, and yet still have interest in peruvian Connection, not many like him, and OH so youngGod Bless Him

[Denise Garner]

My deepest sympathy to you all, especialy Mr. Lloyd's family.
Customers like me will always appreciate the standands set by you all, and I have now learned from messages send upon his loss, what a great deal Rich Lloyd has to do with your success.
Sincerely,
Denise Garner