Richard "Jay" Espie

Jay and Tommy were great neighbors, my condolences go out to Gladys and Gail so sorry to hear about Nancy. You will recall me as Dick Simmons school mate to Gladys.

James H. Simmons, Egg Harbor Township, NJ USA

Good Bye my dear, dear friend. Will miss you so much. Will think of you often as little things pop up they we did or laughed about. Whose going eat my soup now! Love you.

Donna Merrihew, Rhinebeck, NY USA

To Jays family, Jeff, I know Gail told you I would be there on her behalf, but as it turns out I will be out of town..Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I will miss running in to him and having him call me "meatball".

Wilma Beach-Davison, , NY USAUSA

My grandfather was one of my heros, I am going to miss him dearly. He laid a great path for all of us to follow. I often times find myself asking "What would Poppy think about this" in my day to day life. I am convinced that this process has helped me and my family make good decisions on our journey of life. Poppy, I love you and am going to miss you. Until we meet again, god speed. See you on the other side!!!

Brenden Espie, Surprise, AZ United State

My dear, sweet adorable Poppie, may you now rest with ease. I know that you were probably elated to see your beautiful wife when you crossed over. I can hear you know telling me just how beautiful grandma Espie was. I will so miss seeing your big smile when you saw us girls and the warm inviting hugs you gave me. You will be missed so very much, I am just not sure you know just how much or how hard it will really be for us. The Bagel Shop in Rhinebeck will never be the same. I love you so very much. This is not goodbye for me, it is simply until we see each other again. a��i��a��i��

Michelle Espie, Surprise, AZ USA

Many of my happiest times living in Rhinebeck were the days I spend with Lorraine and Jay - endless card games, sometimes all night long- laughing the whole time - Jeff and Kevin, your parents were the best people I ever met and I have never forgotten them. I am so sorry for you and your families, but you were so blessed to have had such wonderful parents.

carole rabbett, Tuckahoe, NY United State

Will treasure the time I spent with Jay the past week. You put up a great fight now Rest In Peace. Condolences to the family. �'*

Betty Audette, Port Charlotte , FL USA

Another of our Kopper Kettle gang..Jay made us laugh every morning..I always looked forward to him walking in,with that big smile and some smart remark..always a favorite of the KK crew.. RIP Jay..my condolences to his family and many friends.. Jacqui Denu

Jacqui Denu, East Durham, NY USA

Kevin and family, so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the memories of a long and fruitful life your Dad had. Warmly, Jim and Montie Marvin

Jim Marvin, Houston , TX USA

Kevin, Debbie, & Amanda, Kevin & Deb, So sorry for the passing of your father/in law. He was a wonderful man. May he be at peace now. Amanda, So sorry for the passing of your grandfather. May he be at peace now. Love you all. George, Carol & Mary

Mielich Family, Clayton, NC USA

Angela M. Fraleigh, Highland Beach, FL United State

Jeff & Kevin Espie and familys, All the years of friendship, neighbors, parties, vacations, all such wonderful times will be very special memories for always. I share your sadness. angela m. fraleigh

Angela M. Fraleigh, Highland Beach, FL United State

Kevin, Jeff and familly I am so sorry we to hear of your Dad's passing Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers Vicki Rivera & family

Vicki Rivera & family , Rhinebeck , NY USA

To Jaybird's Family & friends my condolences to you. I've had the pleasure of having serviced Jay everyday day for the last 11 years at the Rhinebeck Bagel Shop. Not only was he a thoughtful, caring, and knowledgable person I've learned over the years but, also a dear friend. Ive had the pleasure of many mornings of great conversations and great laughs with him. From our morning smokes to his afternoon jokes. Always smiling, happy and proud of all of you. He will me greatly miss at the shop and as one of the "Breakfast Club" members. May he find peace and happiness once again reunited with his wife whom he shared fond memories of her with me in our converstations. He will be in my thoughts and prays always. a��i�� I will miss you Jaybird and our morning breaks together.

Dionta Ryan, Rhinebeck , NY USA

I write this note with a heavy heart but one filled with gratefulness to have had Jay Espie as part of my life. I grew up down the street from Jay and his family and he was an inspiration and almost a second father to me in my formative years. Growing up he offered an open door to this kid down the road and always had a positive thought to keep me going- regardless of whether others didn't believe in me. Jay always told me I could be successful and I believed it! I moved away in 1980 but always checked in with Jay when I was in town. Jay supported my Dad when he was struggling through his own challenges and I so appreciate that. He remained a friend and mentor to my whole family throughout decades of ups and downs and I thank him for that. I have a favorite photo of Jay and my dad that is in my office that I treasure. As time passed I always made a point to visit Jay when I was in town even if it was just to have a coffee downtown to say hello and he was always so warm and supportive to me. Jay always had a smile and hug for this out of towner and made a point of being supportive and telling me how proud he was of what I'd accomplished. I will forever be grateful to the impact his wonderful man had on my life and so sad at the loss of this vibrant man to all of those he touched over the many years we have known him and to his family.who were so close. I wish I could be there to pay my respects - but hope that my thoughts and memories of this wonderful man and how he affected my life in such a positive way and I am sure so many others is a testament of how loved and how much he will be missed. Rest in Peace - I miss you already Love Linda Howells Friar

Linda Howells Friar, alexandria, VA USA

Our condolences to his family...will always remember his brilliant smile...he was a wonderful man.

Heidi & John Molle, Tavernier, FL USA

So sorry to hear about this. I still remember swimming in the pool and Mr. Espie coming in after a hard days work and would jump in - clothes, boots and all. Such fond memories of both Mr. and Mrs. Espie. Really fond memories of everyone in this great family. I went my separate way after going into the military but frequently look back at my days on Mt Rutson Rd. I wish I could be there with you to honor such a great man. A special remembrance to Mr. Espie for him being such a rock for my Dad to lean on when during hard times.

Billy Howells , apopka , FL USA

Jeff and Kevin and all Espie family...please except my deepest condolences at this sad time in your lives...today may be filled with tears, but tomorrow will be filled with memories...

Tom Holsapple, Rhinebeck , NY USA

Jeff and Kevin and all Espie family...please except my deepest condolences at this sad time in your lives...today may be filled with tears, but tomorrow will be filled with memories...

Tom Holsapple, Rhinebeck , NY USA

Myself and our family are very sorry to hear about the sad news of Poppy passing. I'm sure a lot of people know him by Jay or Espie, but we know him by Poppy. He was a great man, a wonderful soul, an incredible grandfather and I'm sure an even better father. He will be dearly missed but his kind face and loving memories will last a lifetime. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends.

NiCole Clark, Surprise, AZ USA

Kevin, Jeff & your families, So sorry to learn of Jay's passing, Win & I had spoken with him shortly after he was diagnosed, he was upbeat and kidding around as he always did. He said he was going to go thru treatments to hopefully give him more time with his family. He certainly was a cherished friend and will be missed. Siddie & Win Morrison

Siddie Morrison, St Petersburg, FL USA

I will miss having coffee with Jay,Dave and the other regulars at the bagel shop whenever I am Rhinebeck.Jay was always a fount of local lore and I will miss him.I considersd him a good friend may he rest in peace.To Jeff and Kevin I am so sorry for your loss.

Tim Toronto, Fort Pierce, FL USA

As a young married couple we moved into our home in June 1969 and became acquainted with the Espie family, just up the hill behind our house, and having continued to live in our house to this day, we have known Jay Espie all this time. Our son, Aaron, actually learned to swim in Jay's pool as an 8-month-old infant. We want to express our deepest sympathy to his wonderful family. Both his sons, Jeff and Kevin, have grown up during our lifetime in the neighborhood and we still remember Jay's jovial personality and always positive attitude which never flagged even during his last days on earth. We hope that these beautiful memories of Jay in our lives and those of his family will strengthen and support them during this sad time. Dagmar and Wayne Yaddow

Wayne and Dagmar Yaddow, Rhinebeck, NY USA

One of the great men of Rhinebeck, always had a great time with Jay fishing out in the hudson for stripers. Will miss him stopping along the road and chatting with us highway workers. Always a great sense of humor, love hearing jokes and telling jokes, i will chrish memories.

Bob Wyant Jr, Rhinebeck, NY USA

Dear Jeff , Kevin and family. I just learned of your Dad's passing and just wanted you to know how sorry I am but will always remember the good times we had with your Mom and Dad. Please know that you are in my prayers. God Bless you all.

Cynthia Merryweather Gallagher, Anthem, AZ USA

Jeffrey and Kevin and Family, The Tom and Lorraine Salmon Family are unable to attend your Father's wake. Were it possible, we would be there. The Salmon Family, with our daughter Lorraine, will remember Jay as a man who put friendship before business, and that's a rare quality! We are please that Sheri and Nick will represent us. Tom and Lorraine, Rhinebeck Lorraine, Glasco

Tom F. Salmon, Rhinebeck, NY USA

To Kevin, Jeff, and family, please accept my sincerest condolences with your loss. I will always remember Jay and talking with him about farming and raising animals. Jay would always toot his horn passing by our house on Old Post Rd, would always give a wave, and many memories of when he did keep cattle those many years ago seeing him out there caring for them. Jay will be greatly missed.

Ryan Dowden, Rhinebeck, NY USA

You will be missed Jay! Rest in peace friend!

Mark, Kim, and Sarah Moore, Rhinebeck, NY USA

Kevin and Jeff sorry for your loss

Ed Nicholson , Saratoga Springs , NY USA

So sorry to hear this.

Charles and Leslie Morgan, Rhinebeck, NY USA