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Beth, Ken, and Karen,
We love you too.
Is there any thing that we can do. Anything.
WE will.
I know that none of you want to talk on the phone,
but I must call anyway.
Tony DeFranco
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Ken, Beth, & Karen,
I was once told that "...a man who has no friends; lives in a constant state of poverty."
RANDALL WAS THE RICHEST MAN IN THE WORLD !
Michael DeFranco
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Ken --
I know how much of your heart and soul you have put into your relationship
with Randall. And how well that has worked out for you both. Take comfort
in what you mutually achieved -- unlike many dads who were neglectful or
just plain gave up, at least you should have no regrets.
Take care always,
Bob Griffith
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Dear Ken & Beth,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the sudden loss of your son Randall.
What an awful shock, it must be very for you difficult now.
What a nice idea to set up a memorial on the web, very appropriate especially
since I know Randall was into computers and the internet. I think he would be
very impressed.
My Prayers and Sympathies go out to you and his close friends,
Rom Caroselli
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Mr & Mrs. Goodwin,
I am writing to you on behalf of the band Terminal 46.
We are extremely saddened by the latest news of the
passing of Randall. Our personal and business
relationship with him dates back as much as six years.
Randall was still in Phoenix and was always a more
than gracious host. He was also a very good friend to
me. No words can express the loss we feel to our
personal lives as well as the music scene in Austin.
We as a group wanted to impart that Randall was truly
adored by many, he will be sorely missed.
Our deepest condolences go out to your family, and if
there is anything we can do to help please feel free
to write or call.
Corey Wilson
Terminal 46
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Dear Mr. & Mrs. Goodwin, I cannot express how saddend I am over this
tragedy. My deepest, and most sincere condolences to both of you and
the rest of your family. I just recently got to know Randall over the
past year. He was straight foward, friendly and even kind to me, and
the musicians that I represent. My thoughts are with you, as well as
my prayers. Sincerely, Chuck Rottersmann, Resurrection Management,
Austin, Texas
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Ken & Beth, so sorry to hear the terrible news. Let me know if I can be of
any help. My prayers are with you. Vic Duffy - your friend.
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Dear Beth, Ken, and Karen,
e-mail communication has never seemed so cold before.
We did try to call at 3:30 and again at 7:00 (our time) but were unable to connect. We just wanted you to hear our voice...to let you know that we care.
I don't think I'd wan't to speak to anyone, no matter who, if I had to cope with what you folks are facing now.
If there is anything that we can do, anyway that we can memorialize Randy, please let us know.
Both Sarah and I have been given permission to leave our jobs on a moments notice so that we may come if needed.
We will, of course respect your privacy and your wishes. Please let us know.
Tony DeFranco
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Dear Beth, Ken, Karen,
We are all very sorry about what happened. If there's anything we can do , don't hesitate to ask. I am gonna miss Randy. He was very special. One of my fondest memories is when Randy was about 2 yrs old , all of us went to dinner at sal lamanzia 's and Randy had his first spaghetti sauce. I will forever remember his good sense of humor and strong family values. It sure is still quite a shock to me. Everything seemed to be going great for Randall. I really don't know what the right thing to say at a time like this is . I just know how I feel and that is very sad. I love you guys very much.
Dan DeFranco
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Thank God you folks forwarded the email tonight. I wasn't going to check the computer tonight, but something told me to. I don't know what happened, I haven't talked to anyone else. All I know is that this is an incredibly tragic loss. Randall had really made a name for himself. He was a great, smart, talented, and wickedly funny guy, and even though he was in Austin, he and Atomic were always close to my heart. In fact, I haven't really been to a club on a regular basis since Randall left Phoenix. Funny, but yesterday I was trying to figure out a way to get to Austin to celebrate my 40th... Randall ran a clean club, and always treated myself and my friends with respect at all times. I felt safe and welcomed, and I always felt at home wherever he was spinning. I will miss him greatly. Please let me know when you have made the arrangements. I love all of you, and please know that you are in my prayers. Beth, as always, if you need an ear, I can be reached at:
Work 480-596-7826
Home 623-842-6131
Mobile 602-999-3546
With great love,
Bless you,
Lauren
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Dear Ken & Beth,
I don't remember Randall the man. I remember Randy the the little guy who would raise his eye brows and crack that smile that only Randy could do. I remember him in the back of the camper with Karen saying" red,yellow red, yellow ooh bad fellow." I see him
riding that little mini bike I bought and getting mad at Ken because he couldn't adjust the clutch right. I remember him sitting next to me trading wise cracks, each of us trying to out do the other, and with every quip him thinking he just said the best put down in recorded history. I could go on and on. I will never see him physically again but he will be in my heart forever. After it hit me today what had happened I got really heart sick and left work. Beth you know my feelings for you, and how sorry I feel for you. Karen, I know that you also understand. However as for Kenny, we men take things for granted and a nod or a wink usually is a signal that we understand the situation and our feelings are understood by all. Well brother-in-law I have to break that chain forever starting now. I can't remember ever looking you in the eyes and telling you that I love you. That I am proud to have you as my brother, and that you are a bright spot in the family tree. You have always been one of my heroes although I have been silent about it, it still holds true. You are a valued human being and your values and respectability, trickled down to Randall and Karen, and is evidenced by every one that ever met either one of them. I do love you, my heart goes out to you. As a father I feel your grief and loss, your sadness and pain. Please contact me when you get back and I'll make arrangements to come and see you all for a few days.
As Neil Young said in his song" The king is gone but not forgotten", Randall is gone but he will never be forgotten. All our love.
Kevin and family.
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Dear Ken, Beth & Karen:
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Randall was like a brother to me; he was my best friend and was godfather to my son.
I WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH.
With all my love and deepest sympathy to you.
Richard D. (aka D.J. Ricky D.)
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Dear Sir,
Please accept my condolences
And Pass my regards on to Randall's parents Ken & Beth
This has been a great shock to everyone and Randalls absence will be felt.
I have posted a notice on my websites TexasBars.com and ArizonaBars.com
I will be looking for service information on the atomic webpage
Again , my deepest sympathies and condolences
Pat O'Riilly, II, MBA
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Beth and Ken,
I heard just a few hours ago about this tragedy and my thoughts are with the both of you. You always acted as surrogate parents to all of us "kids" through the years and all of the clubs. Your son will be greatly missed , and I hope that he is at peace wherever he is now.
Please take care of each other
Gaiyle
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IF WE WAKE UP TODAY AND THE WORLD SEEMS COLDER IT IS BECAUSE A FEATHER HAS FALLEN FROM OUR WING. ALTHOUGH WE STILL CLIMB THROUGH THE GREAT SKY OF LIFE , WE STRUGGLE WITH OUT THAT WHICH MADE THE FLIGHT SO EASY YESTERDAY. WE WILL FLY TOMORROW TO A WARMER PLACE.
I will miss you my brother, my friend.
Stephen Belch
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