Condolence: To my dear NYPD Brother Richie, I met you when I became a INTAC Instructor in July of 2001. We got to really know each other through teaching the new WMD COBRA course training to the new recruits and to the other officers already on the department. You and I and Pete had a crazy wonderful time training in Alabama’s COBRA Homeland Security course. You were one of the rarest and most dedicated Police Academy Instructors I have had the most honor and privilege of working with. Years later, you got sick with illness and I was given the special honor in picking you up at your home to drive you to Lefrack and the 50th Precinct Medical District. Now, you are with the Good Lord Jesus in eternal peace in heaven. I am so sorry I couldn’t make it to your wake because of rain and traffic, but today I truly honor your life and dedication to the NYPD! You are True Blue and my life is much more better that I met you. Take Care my Brother and we’ll see each other in the very far future in eternity.

Condolence: I don’t know where to begin Richie. With a broken heart I will miss you. For all the years we have work together we had fun!! No matter what it was , crv, sandy you name we did it! I know you adopted me as a brother when you’re own brother pass . I will always considered you as my older brother. To my partner best friend mentor and brother I will miss you . You’re brother for life Jose ( Rosie) rosado.

Condolence: My deepest & heartfelt condolences to the Mendez family. Richie was my instructor during 9/11 & became a treasured friend. He always taught us with laughter & sarcasm during rough times. Throughout the years, we stayed in touch & he always remained a gentleman, a friend and a good person. May God bless and guide you into heaven where your smile will continue to shine. Rest in peace, my dear friend.

Condolence: Our condolences go out to the whole Mendez family at this time. May the good Lord help you all find peace and comfort. May he also rest the soul of our beloved friend Richie. Oliveras Family.

Condolence: A true gentleman, you will be missed!!! My deepest condolences to the Mendez family!!!

Condolence: Rest In Peace, Rich.... May God Bless You.

Condolence: Richie - Thank you for your service. Your time with my cousin James Hursala as part of NYPD will live on and you will be remembered and honored. Godspeed on your journey.

Condolence: Richie ... you made a difference in the lives of a generation of Police Officers; your experience and wisdom are assets that will be dearly missed. I treasure the many laughs we shared through the years and will miss your sense of humor, your smile and your contagious laugh. Please watch over (and protect) me, and all whose lives you’ve touched. Till we meet again, Brother ... Rest In Peace and God Bless You.

Condolence: Rest in Peace Rich...I thank God for giving you to us...I know you will be teaching up in heaven..

Condolence: Richie, I will miss you so much and I thank you for the great talks and friendship you shared with me you are a great person rest in peace my dear friend. NYPD 95-34

Condolence: As a recruit, he was sarcastic and funny. As a cop, temporarily assigned, he was sarcastic and funny. As a sergeant working next door, he was sarcastic and funny. Richie was larger than life. He was revered as a good law instructor. I cannot think of the Academy without him there. Good man. My condolences.

Condolence: Richie, I am honored and privileged to call you my friend. Thanks for the laughs, good times and for sharing your wisdom. You have been a guiding light for many. Rest easy my brother.

Condolence: Mr. Mendez, Our hearts here at Monroe Taxi are collectively broken. You were a great father, a great friend and a great man. We will always remember you and keep you close to our hearts. May you rest in peace.