"We did some crazy things growing up. Remember throwing eggs at the taxi cabs on Montrose Ave? Sitting on the radiator in Wally's store. The Best though was when Rich's Dad went camping with us and he drove his unmarked squad car. Going thru the Lee St toll booth he hit the lights and pulled some guy over. Talk about showing a kid something that cool. Rest in peace my friend."
In loving memory of
Richard J Staples
October 1, 1956 - February 2, 2016
Richard Jay Staples, Jr. of Hollywood, Florida passed away February 2, 2016. He was born in Chicago, IL and moved to Florida after 8 years of military service as a Military Police Officer. He attended Miami Dade Police Academy for Corrections, and graduated with honors. After 10 years he went back to school to become a Zone Mechanic and worked with Miami Dade School Board for 20 years; 4 years ago he went out on disability for health reasons. He is survived by his wife Mary C. Staples, son Richard Jay Staples III, brother Ronald Jay Staples and sister Diane Lee Staples.
Tributes
"I went to RHS with Rich, we were both owners of VW dune buggies. I can remember the purple buggy he would cruise around the school. God speed my ole friend! My condolences to his family."
"Was a year behind Rich at RHS in Chicago. He was always a friendly face to our freshman group and will be remembered with smiles. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.."
"I went to school with rick we wear best friends .Rick met Mary through me, Its been a long time I will miss him even more knowing that he s gone .My thoughts are with Marry Ron Diane and Richard JR"
"Richard was my apprentice at MDCPS, he was a pleasure to work with and very driven to do a great job. I will miss his dearly."
"I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you draw comfort from Isaiah 25:8 were it says death will be swallowed up forever and mourning will be no more."