Rich DeVos wearing a tuxedo at a microphone.

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.

A few years ago, I was overwhelmed to receive a letter that Rich hand-wrote to me when he found out that my father and he were born on the same day. D...
Shivaram KumarBranchburg
You allways encourage us “you can do it” “you can do it” “you can do it” …… yes! I can do it! we will keep on ! In memory of you foever!
郑旭龙厦门
You served to God, you gave hope all around the world, thank you so much. Condolence to the family
Barbora CisarovaPrague
Thank you for everything. We are so glad to have known you in person. May you rest in peace. Sincere condolences to the whole family.
Serdar Serpil OcalIstanbul
Thank you Rich DaVos, Amway business give me a second life. You will live in my life forever!
ZHANG biqunHangzhou
As the senior member of the Padnos family, I have been asked to express our desire to celebrate the memory of Richard M. DeVos’s life.We knew Rich as a plain, unpretentious man, friendly to all, and humorous on occasion; deeply religious in hi...
Seymour PadnosOn behalf of the extended Padnos family
Rich Devos your leadership and dream have been extended to our lives in Haiti! You have gone back to your heavenly father. You have done a tremendus w...
Marnida A. MichelHaiti
Hoy sólo podemos decir a Dios gracia por darnos la oportunidad de haber conocido un hombre como TÚ,de haber podido vivir y disfrutar una filosofía de vida como la tuya de ayudar a personas a vivir vidas mejores, sabemos que tú misión fue cumplid...
Barbaro MartinMIAMI
Жаль что вас больше нет с нами . меня очень сильно тронула смерть Рича . С большой любовью с Белоруссии
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성공을 원하는 모든 이들에게 꿈과 희망을 주신 분 사랑합니다 감사합니다❣️
Miyoung ChooTokyo
Our most words of condolences to the Devos family for so sad lost. We will always remember our big dreamer and big leader with love and we will say al...
Miguel y Ana BricenoMiami
Gracias mil RICH por habernos dado la luz para ganar en la vida,agradecido por siempre,que descanse en la eternidad en un lugar especial para gente exepcional.
jorge amarola habra
Thank-You! For sharing the Dream & sharing the Plan…
James E Jeffers Sr.Raleigh
No words can express a grief that we feel with you in this painful moment. Time goes by and does not return what he has taken. Only love, respect, and memories in hearts remain. Take heartfelt condolences in your deep sorrow.
Jan PeťkoPrague
I am saddened to learn of the passing of you. You’re always the legend of entrepreneurial life, rest in peace…
Franky LiGuangzhou
Uno de los personajes más maravillosos, gracias a el muchos hoy día en el mundo tenemos una esperanza de hacer nuestros sueños realidad, nos dejó un legado gigantesco, hace unos meses leí su libro “Capitalismo Solidario”, en el cual se siente la...
Manuel AlejandroSan Cristóbal
Sending our prayers to the entire DeVos, VanAndel, Amway and Orlando Magic families. We have ALL been touched by Rich and his vision! Knowing he is wi...
Lou & Leslie SamaraMorristown
Just received a wonderful booklet about Rich DeVos in the mail. It was beautifully done and I want to thank you. Since 1969, Amway has been part of my life and my late husband Henry. Many of the pictures brought back wonderful memories, the ye...
Monique BessemsWinnipeg
RICH COMO TODO EMIGRANTE VINE A ESTE PAIS EN BUSCA DE UN SUEÑO DE ESPERANZAS Y AL FIN ENCONTRE LO QUE BUSCABA GRACIAS A TI Y A JAY CREI QUW EDTE MUNDO...
Orlando ChavezNorth Bergen
A LA FAMILIA DE NUESTRO QUERIDO AMIGO RICH, LES MANDO UN ABRASO, Y CON EL MIS MAS SINCERAS CONDOLENCIAS, MIL BENDICIONES Y QUE ENCUENTREN PRONTO CONSUELO POR ESTA PERDIDA, QUE SIGAN SUS PASOS DE SER SIEMPRE PERSONAS DE BIEN, PARA QUE EL FINAL DE...
JOSE MORALES MALDONADOQUERETARO
Rich DeVos will always be in our hearts. Our prayers and condolences are with the Devos Family.
Jacques & Shirley DesplainesWOONSOCKET
Agradezco de todo corazón el legado que nos diste mi querido maestro y la oportunidad recibida de poder luchar por mis sueños siguiendo tu ejemplo. Gracias por siempre Rich DeVos.
MARIA DEL ROSARIOCULIACAN
Thank you for your encouragement. R.I.P
Iris Chen
GRAZIE RICH PER TUTTO !!! TU HAI CREATO “IL SOGNO POSSIBILE PER TUTTI COLORO CHE VOGLIONO !!!” TI SONO INFINITAMENTE GRATO PER I TUOI VALORI E IL TUO ESEMPIO DI VITA !!! SEI UN MIO EROE !!! TI ho VISTO E STRETTO LA MANO e QUEL MOMENTO RIMARRA’ S...
STEFANO SALUTIAscoli Piceno
Meus sentimentos aos familiares e amigos! O mundo sentirá a falta de um grande homem que deixou uma história e legado para nossa geração. Fiquem saben...
Iosvaldo GomesCaxias do Sul
Una gran perdida para la familia Amway, pero su sueño sigue vigente en esta parte del mundo. Nuestras condolencias para la familia, y con mas fuerza que nunca a seguir transmitiendo el sueño a otras personas. Creemos que es el mejor tributo que ...
Angeles y Alberto Darribalugo
Thank you for everything Mr. Rich Devos. I’m filled with gratitude. Your love is forever alive together in my heart. Sleep peacefully.
Izumi IreiOkinawa
It is with profound sadness that I write to express my deepest sympathies at the death of Rich. His mark on me and countless others is indelible and his legacy is transcendent. Rich was color in a world of beige.I would often see him at a dist...
Dr. Timothy BrownWestern Theological Institute
I’ll never forget the time I met Rich Devos one early morning in Harbor Springs, MI on the dock, and I saw Rich and said, “Mr Devos, it’s Linda Miller...
Linda MillerMinneapolis
One meaningful purpose is Rich ability to have shared with so many is the Amway opportunity. Thank you for leading a cause that truly helps others in their business operate with integrity and a sense of purpose!Brack and Lizzie Clemons
Brack & Lizzie ClemonsColumbia