We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Richard Benesh. Collecting your stories and memories here will offer us great comfort. As we plan virtual and in person gatherings, we will share details here. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
My sincerest sympathies to Rich's family. I worked with Rich for over 30 years. He was a very knowledgeable engineer and was subject matter expert for the Deep Space Network Uplink Subsystem. Rich was always, kind, patient and respectful to me. When... moreMy sincerest sympathies to Rich's family. I worked with Rich for over 30 years. He was a very knowledgeable engineer and was subject matter expert for the Deep Space Network Uplink Subsystem. Rich was always, kind, patient and respectful to me. When I became his supervisor, he would always come by my office in the afternoons and we would chat about work. I guess he knew I could use a friend in my new role as manager. Although we discussed work, our chats would eventually lead to non-work subjects, like the Dodgers, family and other personal subjects. Rich was a good sounding board as well as confidant. I will miss our afternoon chats, I will miss my friend and pseudo big brother. less
I was not super close with my uncle Richard but he was always there, with Diana and Jay before Jay moved, for the holidays ever since I can remember. He was a big guy with a loud voice but also a kind and caring heart that I am glad to hear touched many... moreI was not super close with my uncle Richard but he was always there, with Diana and Jay before Jay moved, for the holidays ever since I can remember. He was a big guy with a loud voice but also a kind and caring heart that I am glad to hear touched many people. He will be missed. less