I am so heartbroken to hear of George's passing. I'm sorry that I missed seeing him this summer, because I was unable to attend the last summer picnic, and feel all the more sad. I always looked forward to seeing this fine man.

I've known the Ritchies from the picnicsthey graciously held for many years in Port Washington. George was such a kind and gracious man, refined and good natured in a way you don't see often anymore; and he was so generous in showing me his photographs dating back to his days as a magazine photographer; and his landscape photos were just as beautiful and riveting as his portraits. We both loved photography and were eager to share our 'adventures', and I remember talking about his photographing Dylan in the 60's (I believe some of those stills were in the Scorsese film) and seeing him sporting his first digital camera;still taking pictures every year. He was a pleasure to know, and I extend my heartfelt wishes and prayers to the family.

Rest in peace, dear George, you were a blessing on earth,and will
be truly missed.
Louise