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....
PresidentAbout 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 business and free enterprise. Mr. DeVos was heading towards the podium with a crowd around him an...
WyomingRich gave generously to the Intercollegiate Studies Institute with his time, talent, and treasure. For years, the Richard and Helen DeVos Freedom Cent...
WilmingtonOver 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 was a joy to work with him to create the downtown campus for Grand Valley and to be a part of his...
President EmeritusThe 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 phila...
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… rather it was his craft to be able to touch an individual sitting amongst a crowd of others listeni...
DearbornCondalances to the family We thank god for you presence on this earth to have touched our lives with this wonderful opportunity.
Platnium
TrinidadWhat 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 ...
AMHERSTI 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 & CEORich 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 political world and his generosity in the non-profit world. He was a champion for good. The world ...
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...
Grand Rapids*감사합니다. 모두 주신 기회에 가사드립니다
죄송합니다. 빨리 다이아몬드가 되어 찾아뵈었어야하는데 리치의 건강을 바라며 뒤쳐진 것에 대해 죄송합니다.
사랑합니다. 세상에 사랑이라는 단어의 소중함을 알게 해주셔서 감사합니다.Thank you, Rich Devos!
세종시Rich often referred to Grand Valley as the college founded, nurtured and embraced by this community. Its mission and impact was applauded and revered ...
Grand Valley University Foundation DirectorA Man who made the unimaginable possible, gave before receiving, made his dreams the foundation for the future for thousands of people, integrity, foresight, believe. Grazie Rich
TtevisoFor decades, Rich and Helen lived out their commitment to Christ by contributing to the flourishing of their neighbors in Grand Rapids. West Michigan ...
Grand RapidsI 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...
CambridgeThroughout his entire life, Rich DeVos dedicated himself to the work of providing economic opportunity for others and lifting up local communities. Hi...
WashingtonI 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 and I saw first hand how much President Ford respected and admired him. He and the family have...
WashingtonNow 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 c...
San Diego존경하는 리치회장님
암웨이 사업의 기회뿐 아니라 훌륭한 정신까지 물려주셔서 감사합니다
그 정신을 이어가는 사업자 되겠습니다
제이회장님과 여사님과 천국에서 편안히 보내세요
감사합니다
부산É com muita tristeza que eu e meu esposo José Carlos cosmo e família deixa aqui nossas condolências ao senhor rich devos gratidão muito obrigado por n...
SumaréThe community of West Michigan has a profound legacy in the Richard DeVos Heart & Lung Transplant Program. This program was launched in 2010 and has been highly successful in completing 115 heart transplants, 122 lung transplants, 387 left v...
Grand RapidsMy father’s trusted friend and fellow adventurer, Rich was much more than a business partner – he was like family. As a passionate philanthropist, Ric...
Grand RapidsToday our hearts and prayers are with the DeVos family. The Heritage Foundation will forever be indebted to Richard DeVos for his courage, generosity, and commitment to conservative values. He generously endowed the Richard & Helen DeVos Cen...
WashingtonPalm Beach Atlantic University celebrates the remarkable life, faithful testimony, citizenship and philanthropic legacy of our dear friend, Rich DeVos...
West Palm BeachI’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 program over many years it is definitely an eloquent display of genuine commitment to reach those...
Golden Valley회장님께서 오늘 하나님 곁으로 가셨다는 소식을 듣고 순간 아무것도 할 수가 없었습니다
너무 슬프지만 천국가신것으로 위안을 합니다
리치와 제이 두분께서 세상 사람들에게 내어주신 기회로
자신에 삶과 다른 이들에 삶도 도울 수있는 삶을 살게 된것을 진심으로 감사드리며 존경을...
광명시On 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 for their support of hundreds of African American college students whose lives they changed as a...
Tysons CornerRich 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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