Last week our Nampa, Idaho mayor suddenly passed away from experiencing a medical emergency while representing our city at a forum with other Treasure Valley mayors. Rick Hogaboam’s passing is a painful loss beyond words affecting his city, his friends and more so his wonderful family.
Getting to Know Rick
I didn’t know Rick that well… and that’s kind of the surprising thing; after a couple of brief conversations with him, I knew that he was a great guy.
I first met Rick while he was addressing the Canyon County Republican Women’s group and he was answering questions and telling us his vision and plans if elected as Nampa’s next mayor.
I ran into Rick again in December for the ribbon-cutting of the Nampa Farmers Market pick-up point at Farmhouse Front Porch. The funny thing; Rick remembered me, knew my name and asked when we were going to get together to do an interview. Sadly, we never got to do that interview.
Such a great night for Nampa, Idaho… Rick Hogaboam sworn in as the new mayor! Rick was a servant leader; he was always out among the community and learning what Nampaians wanted… and what they didn’t want. At the end of every week, Rick would post on social media a video sharing all the things he did that week and the people he met with.
Your Involvement
There are a number of way that you can share with others as we begin to heal. A memorial service will be held on March 31st… see the details below…
Do you have a fond memory of Rick… did Rick somehow make your life better? Please consider sending a message, note or letter of tribute and share your story. See the details below…
I know that times are tough for a lot of us right now, but if you can help Rick’s wonderful family with a donation now, I know it would be a huge blessing to them. If you are in Nampa, you can easily drop by First Federal Bank in downtown Nampa. If you happen to be out of the area, please consider an online donation… more info at the City of Nampa’s website.
Treasure Valley Dave's Thoughts
The loss of Rick Hogaboam took us all by surprise and left a massive hole in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with Rick’s wonderful family, his work family, and his beloved Nampa community.
Let us also extend our thoughts and help to the Nampa City government as they grind through the process of carrying on and getting the City back on track. As they do, let’s encourage our City leaders to stay the course that Rick envisioned for our community’s future.
Maybe you don’t yet live in Nampa but would like to be part of our caring community, Mareen and I would be honored to get working with you and answer your questions and help however we can. Just go ahead and give me and Mareen a call, text or email… or smash that Contact Us button and let’s get working together!
