In memory of Richard M. DeVos
Those leaving tributes vividly recall hearing him deliver one of his famous speeches or treasure his iconic handwritten notes signed “Love ya! Rich.” Or they were so thankful they got to shake his hand, feeling the warmth and sincerity of his greeting as he looked them in the eye. He is described as a cheerleader for the human spirit. An incredible visionary. A giant. A teacher. An ambassador. A true American hero. An ideal entrepreneur. A father figure. A motivator, dreamer and champion. The personification of humility. A philanthropist. The model of servant leadership.
There are no words to describe how much Rich DeVos will be missed by Marcia and me personally, our university, and the entire West Michigan community....
PresidentCondalances to the family We thank god for you presence on this earth to have touched our lives with this wonderful opportunity.
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TrinidadI am deeply saddened by the news of Rich DeVos’ passing. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. I worked closely with Rich during...
Former President & CEOMy father’s trusted friend and fellow adventurer, Rich was much more than a business partner – he was like family. As a passionate philanthropist, Rich was enthusiastic about Van Andel Institute from the beginning. He and Helen were among the fi...
Grand RapidsOver the years, Rich and I worked closely together and developed a partnership and friendship that will always hold a special place in my heart. It wa...
President EmeritusThroughout his entire life, Rich DeVos dedicated himself to the work of providing economic opportunity for others and lifting up local communities. His legacy will be carried on by the countless people he helped empower to lead lives of dignity ...
Washington每一次听老狄维仕演讲都充满能量感动，他是伟大的，感恩感谢！带着祝福，愿您一路走好
深圳Rich often referred to Grand Valley as the college founded, nurtured and embraced by this community. Its mission and impact was applauded and revered even by people who didn’t go there, like himself.Domiciled in West Michigan, the university’...
Grand Valley University Foundation DirectorToday our hearts and prayers are with the DeVos family. The Heritage Foundation will forever be indebted to Richard DeVos for his courage, generosity,...
WashingtonI was sadden to heard that the founder of Amway Mr. Rich DeVos has passed away today at age 92
Thank God he had a long life. I’ve been an Amway business owner for many years. I’ve been to many of Diamond weekends and many wonderful Amway functi...
CambridgeRich DeVos was a wise man of God that was willing to gently share his faith with anyone. It was an honor to have met him. I knew him more from the pol...
CutlervilleWe stand with individuals throughout our country and world who mourn the passing of Richard DeVos, Sr. Through his steady and generous support of West Michigan, Mr. DeVos has made a lasting impact in our community. Mr. DeVos leaves an indelible ...
Grand RapidsI had the privilege of meeting and getting to know Rich when I worked for President Ford at the White House. He was a wonderful and generous gentleman...
Washington理查·狄维士先生是一位伟人。
他和杰·温安洛先生联合创立的安利公司，让全球几百万人受益。他的创业精神、思维模式和演讲鼓舞并激励着我们，也改变着我们。
我们永远怀念他！
XianyangThe community of West Michigan has a profound legacy in the Richard DeVos Heart & Lung Transplant Program. This program was launched in 2010 and h...
Grand Rapids缅怀老狄维士先生！一路走好！感谢您和老温安洛先生创办了安利公司，让我们可以在没有多少资金的情况下开启创业，去拥抱梦想，并充满希望！我们会不断筑梦前行！
海南三亚I’m proud to say I have been blessed by the DeVos family through the DeVos Urban Ministry program. Thank you for your commitment to sustaining this pr...
Golden ValleyWhat can one say about a man that was “bigger than life” but yet so humble, kind and giving?
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. DeVos as a young woman in the 1960’s. My Aunt & Uncle, Rita & Frank Delisle, were early distributors of Amway ...
AMHERSTAbout 30 years ago I went to an event Rich DeVos was going to be at just to meet him. As a small business person he was to me the Michael Jordon of bu...
WyomingNow motivate the Angels up above as you have me and millions of others here on earth.
I will always remember our meeting in the hall of a convention center in Washington State. What I loved about it it was just the two of us talking nobody else ...
San Diegoリッチ！今までありがとうございました。そしてお疲れ様でした！この先は僕らが、たくさん貢献してまいります。
素晴らしい人生をおくることをお約束し、お役立てしつまいります。
ありがとうございました、これからも、こころの中に、リッチ、ジェイをかかげて、いきていきます！
東京都 日本国The world has lost a hero today. Rich De Vos was a builder of business, community, and most of all: people. He was instrumental in inspiring the philanthropic spirit of West Michigan. His humility and giving heart will forever be an example to u...
HollandRich DeVos was an artist whose palette were the words he spoke for others to hear. His genius wasn’t just his speeches, books or interviews… rath...
DearbornRich gave generously to the Intercollegiate Studies Institute with his time, talent, and treasure. For years, the Richard and Helen DeVos Freedom Center has been the engine that drives our work with outstanding college students and talented facu...
WilmingtonPalm Beach Atlantic University celebrates the remarkable life, faithful testimony, citizenship and philanthropic legacy of our dear friend, Rich DeVos...
West Palm Beachリッチへ。あなたに直接お会いする事が、私のビジネスでとても大きな目標の１つでしたが、それが叶わなかったことがとても残念でなりません。
しかし、あなたが存在してくださった事で、Amwayビジネスと出会うことができ、さらに私や私の家族の大きな支えになってくれた事はまぎれもない事実であり、本当に多くのものを与えて下さいました。
心臓の移植をされてから、主治医や奥様のヘレンと共に来日された時、あなたが何度も何度も東京ドームのステージから「You can do it!」と私達に贈ってくれた言...
埼玉県／日本On behalf of our Board Chair Kay Coles James and The Gloucester Institute family, we honor Richard and Helen DeVos for their lives of generosity and f...
Tysons CornerFor decades, Rich and Helen lived out their commitment to Christ by contributing to the flourishing of their neighbors in Grand Rapids. West Michigan is thriving in no small part due to their investment in this community. We are especially grate...
Grand RapidsRich Devos was my friend, my mentor and my Chairman of the Board when I served as President of the Direct Selling Association. His dedication to freed...
BemidjiWith great sadness, we join the millions who mourn the passing of Rich DeVos. As one of the many beneficiaries of Rich’s philanthropy, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital and the patients we serve are better because of his generosity. Rich’s h...
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