Tony Rich at the End of the
Pavement
By Janice Boling
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Tony Rich was a regular at the End of the Pavement.
He was smart, confident, and a good businessman. Tony loved his friends and could throw a mean horseshoe.
Tony Rich
Tony camped at the End of the Pavement or in Bill Bowers Cove on weekends. He was President of the Old Country Boys & Girls, a master cabinet maker, a dedicated father, a good friend, and a respectful son to his parents.
Tony with Brad and Lisa in Bill Bowers Cove
Brad and Lisa went everywhere with their dad. They enjoyed camping, fishing, golf cart races, and playing with the other kids.
Brad now runs his dad's cabinet shop on Murphy Highway. VIsit Rich Custom Cabinets for more information.
Brad at the End of the Pavement
Brad grew up at the End of the Pavement. Later on, carpentry, cabinet making, and raising a family kept him busy.
Eugene and Grapell at the End of the Pavement
Eugene and Grapell had a big family with LaRue, Tony, Eddie, Tim, and Wanda.
A salty old military man, Eugene kept everyone on their toes. When we saw him coming, we behaved! On thing was for sure, we respected our elders.
Allen and Tony were ready to eat.
By the time the pork got done, we were all probably starving. Those ribs and chicken quarters did not last long.
Lisa and Tony at Sea Creek Falls
Lisa was about three in this picture.
Tony in van
Tony talked with Rhonda while watching the horseshoe games from the comfort of his van.
Lori with a long braid
Lori was the love of Tony's life -- he sent her flowers every Friday for years.
Lisa hugged her teddy bear.
Lisa was a sweetie pie -- always on the lookout for a Coke-a-Cola or candy bar.
Tim and Stephen enjoyed the day.
Tim was Tony's youngest brother. They were enjoying a day in Bill Bowers Cove.
Tony and his chickens
After Tony turned the Cabinet Shop over to Brad, he started keeping chickens.
Tony was one of my best friends. We talked on the phone a lot and had some interesting conversations through the years.
Tony always knew what was going on and could organize a get together in minutes. He loved a crowd and a good game of horseshoes.