Contributions to the tribute of Richard F. Gamble

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Jim Fox posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 3, 2018

This event happened in 1970 while Dick Gamble was coaching the Amerks. I was on my way home for Christmas break by train from Missouri to Rochester. I noticed on my Amerks schedule that the Amerks had a game in Cleveland that Saturday night and I notice I would be passing through Cleveland at 5:30 that night. Without giving any thought to how I was going to continue my journey home to Rochester I got off the train in Cleveland with my luggage. I then took a taxi to the Cleveland Arena. Outside the Arena I spotted Bill Givens, the Amerks radio announcer. I introduced myself and he invited me up to the radio booth to keep stats for him. After the game was over which ended in a 5/5 tie, Bill asked me how I was going to get home. I told him I really had know idea as I hadn't planned for that. He then took me down to the Amerk locker room and introduced me to coach Gamble. Bill Givens told Coach Gamble of my situation. Mr. Gamble immediately stated I could fly home with the team which I did. Mr. Gamble not only helped me out of a tight spot of being stranded in Cleveland but also in allowing me to fly with the team gave me one of the biggest thrills of my life. THANK YOU DICK GAMBLE, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE! Jim Fox

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Ray Wunsch posted a condolence

Sunday, April 1, 2018

Mr. Gamble was a terrific hockey player who my father(Canadian born) my brother and I loved watching and winning Calder Cups. Mr. Gamble was kind enough to pose for a photo during pre-game warmups in 1966 when fans were permitted along the boards to watch. I still have that photo and cherish it. My father told us to watch for his quick release and deadly wrist shot. He not only had great hockey skills, he made a wonderful impression on a 12 year old boy with his patience and generosity while he stood waiting while got just the right picture of him. He was the model of a true sportsman. My father,brother,and I were fortunate to attend 100's of hockey games and see our favorite left winger in his Amerk uniform. With sincere condolences, Ray Wunsch

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Holly Lytle Murphy posted a condolence

Friday, March 30, 2018

Craig, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I will keep your family in my prayers.

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Tammy Robertson posted a condolence

Saturday, March 24, 2018

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Such a wonderful and kind man. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Richard F. "Dick" Gamble

Thursday, March 22, 2018

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