my uncle rick was the best uncle a kid could ask for! every one loved him instantly! if you only met him once or if you saw him every day he always had a place in your heart... Yesterday we lost a wonderful man, but heaven gained one! i will always and forever love my uncle and i am proud to say he was MY uncle!! cancer didnt claim another life...because my uncle rick WON THIS BATTLE!!!!!! his niece, Ciara Sandoval.

ilove you uncle rick. i am going to miss you alot.

i love youuncle rick you were the best uncle i ever had. I am going to miss a lotlil jessie

Thanks for the heartfelt story Tom. Peace

All this money and we still can't find a cure? WHY????????????

Tom, you're an amazing guy too....my husband, Jimmy Mallo, has always spoken so highly of you.....It's no wonder you had such a wonderful bond with Mr. Sandoval. Your story was wonderful......

Very strong, courageous and determined man. RIP Mr. Sandoval. Deepest & Heartfelt Sympathies to your family, friends and collegues.

Love that man! We celebrate his life, and mourn our loss, here in Chicagoland. Kristi and John Gordon