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Richard Gladwell Obituary

Gladwell, Richard
Rochester: October 15, 2009, at age 88. Predeceased by his first wife, Maggie, he is survived by his wife of 30 years, H. Claire Gladwell; daughter, Hilary Jane (Robert) Stanton of England; step-sons, Philip, Christopher (Helen) and Michael (Mary) Brown of England; step-son, Mark (Dayle) Lewis; step-daughters, Jane (Brian) Ames and Carol (Douglas) Cleveland; grandchildren, Kate and Matthew Stanton of England, Jessica (Darren) Young and Jolene Ames, Tom (Bianca) Bleier and Breann (Randy) Fuller; sister, Gladys Shimmel of England.
Mr. Gladwell was producer and host of "With Heart and Voice", a nationally broadcast, weekly radio program of choral and organ music heard locally on WXXI.
Friends may call Sunday, Oct. 25th from 5-8 and Monday, Oct. 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Ave). A Funeral Service will be held 10:30 AM, Tuesday Oct 27th at Christ Church (Episcopal), 141 East Ave. A WXXI Celebration of His Life will be held 4:00 PM, Sunday Nov. 1st at Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Ave. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Richard may be made to WXXI or to Visiting Nurse Service Hospice & Palliative Care, c/o Visting Nurse Foundation, 2180 Empire Blvd., Webster NY 14580. To leave the family a condolence wish or to light a candle in memory visit www.anthonychapels.com .

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Oct. 16 to Oct. 25, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Gladwell

28 Entries

Judith Heagney-O'Hara

October 10, 2019

My Original Condolence:
Thoughts from Judith Anne Heagney-O'Hara
Sun Oct 18 08:49:19 2009 I listen to With Heart and Voice each week, a truly regular fan... What a great loss! I was grateful enough to meet Richard Gladwell when he visited my Parish, St. Anne's Church at a time I was there and he also made a point to make conversation with me at the Post Office one day, such a truly nice person! He will be sadly missed by many. With Sympathy and Prayer, )udy Heagney-O'Hara

Maria Mole

November 15, 2009

So sorry to hear your sad news.
Maria. England

Laura Heid

November 15, 2009

How I loved the music he chose to share with us all! When I lived in New Mexico -- his program was an oasis of culture among the tumbleweeds. On behalf of my family, I send our prayers
and thanksgiving for the gifts he shared for so long.

Tony Plante

November 8, 2009

I was a listener of Richard's program for several years on Sunday nights on Maine Public Radio and was saddened to hear of his recent death. In that sadness, though, I give thanks for the gift of the music he shared with all of us. Though he has gone on before us, I hope to hear and enjoy his voice and the music he loved for years to come.

Jonathan Westbrook

November 3, 2009

Will greatly miss hearing his voice on my radio every Sunday morning. I have been a loyal listener for nearly 10 years.

Kevin Collins

November 1, 2009

I have listened to his broadcasts here in Richmond, VA for nearly 8 years. Incredible music, and the background he provided was very helpful to me. Short intros, but very insightful. I never met him, though I wish I could have, but he opened my mind to some of the most beautiful music I have ever heard. He will be sorely missed. What a wonderful human being he must have been. May he rest in God's presence forever, and be eternally serenaded by the inspiring and soul-shaking music he shared with the world. God Bless You, Richard.

Ann Stringer

October 31, 2009

I can only echo the many heartfelt comments about the wonderful Richard Gladwell. He opened up the world of choral music for me, and I shall dearly miss him. My condolences to his family

Anonymous

October 27, 2009

I love "With Heart & Voice". Choral and organ music, especially from the Renaissance & Baroque Eras, are my favorite. I thought of Richard as my fellow organ geek. I didn't know him personally but I e-mailed him a few times with questions about music I liked from his program. I felt like I knew him. He had a mellifluous voice, too. And even though I have no English blood in me, I am an Anglophile so that gave Richard more points in my book. I will miss him. "Ta evah so" for everything, Richard, you were a "jolly chap"! I hope you have now met Boris Ord, Arthur Mann, & other past scholars & directors of the King's College Choir of Cambridge (the world's best choir)! Enjoy making music with them! Requiescat in pace, "Ricardus Gladwellius"!
--An Organ Geek

October 25, 2009

We listened for many years to With Heart and Voice every Sunday Morning while preparing to go to Sunday services. It was always a great blessing. We will miss Mr. Gladwell.

Ted & Betty Boulet, Houston, TX

Paul F. Bryant

October 25, 2009

I so valued my radio "visits" with Richard Gladwell to begin my Sundays at 6 am or end them at 10 pm (sometimes both). He was a complete Joy and I do hope his thousands of broadcasts will continue to be aired.
God Bless!

Neal Campbell

October 25, 2009

With thanks for the life and ministry (in the true sense) of Richard. His was an unashamed religious presence via the Christian musical tradition in this increasingly secular world. Neal Campbell (formerly St Stephen's, Richmond, Va., now St. Luke's, Darien, Conn.)

Gwendolyn

October 23, 2009

Truly a light has gone out in Rochester. May you live forever in that heavenly kingdom which God has prepared for us.

Thank you, Richard and Claire, for so many wonderful years of music!

Carole Carter

October 22, 2009

As a choir singer all my life, I appreciated hearing the full sound of the anthems I'd sung, performed by outstanding choirs from all around the world. I was privileged to work with him on the occasions he came to WV. He did take my best friend back with him to Rochester. Regardless, he enhanced my love of choral music, and introduced me to new works. I'll miss his quiet, peaceful voice each Sunday..

Linda Parker

October 21, 2009

We are grateful for Richard's life and work. Enjoyed "With Heart and Voice"

)udith Anne Heagney-O'Hara

October 20, 2009

I listen to With Heart and Voice each week, a truly regular fan... What a great loss! I was grateful enough to meet Richard Gladwell when he visited my Parish, St. Anne's Church at a time I was there and he also made a point to make conversation with me at the Post Office one day, such a truly nice person! He will be sadly missed by many. With Sympathy and Prayer, )udy Heagney-O'Hara

Greg Ceurvorst

October 18, 2009

Thanks, Richard, for the years of inspiration and beautiful music on the drive to church. Many anthems and CDs have been purchased because of your show.

Robert and Engelke Heggie

October 18, 2009

Richard gave us many years of listening pleasure every Sunday morning. We are grateful for his life and work.

October 18, 2009

CONGRATULATIONS TO RICHARD. YOUR BRINGING THIS HEAVENLY MUSIC TO US MAKES US WANT MORE OF WHAT YOU HAVE GIVEN US. YOU SHALL NOT BE FORGOTTEN, AND YOUR INSPIRATION WILL LIVE FOREVER. SEE YOU IN HEAVEN.

VINCE

October 18, 2009

I am praying for the family of Richard. He was like family to our family. We have listened to "Heart and Voice" for at least 30 yrs and was so excited to hear him while in FL for the past 10yrs. The church music he selected has brought me closer to God. I know he is in heaven organizing the choirs. May he rest in peace." Pat Dalton (Webster, NY)

Rev. Robert J. Burnell

October 18, 2009

Dear Richard,
Thank you for your devotion to Church music. It truly lifts the mind and heart to God! You devotion was evident,especially in your Christmas and Easter programs. May you rest in peace. I consider you a valued friend.

Janet Wakil

October 17, 2009

When I was a student at Eastman, I would get a large bag of tall coffees to go and head over to Midtown Tower to WBBF-FM and Richard and I would drink coffee and talk about music, organ building, conductors, etc. - all manner of musical subjects. Richard imparted so much knowledge to me and I have not forgotten anything that was said. How wonderful that I could continue as his 'student' each and every Sunday morning and evening, listening to WXXI. He has been a big part of my life. To say that he is missed is an understatement. Thank you, Richard, for sharing your gifts with the world.

Robin Stone

October 16, 2009

Richard was a true gentleman and wonderful person. I always felt better after talking to him. I will remember him with that beautiful smile and giggle.

Robin Stone

October 16, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with Claire and her family. I feel blessed that I had the pleasure to have meet Richard. May you find some peace in this time of sorrow knowing that Richard was loved and admired by many and Claire so are you!!

Love always,
Michele (FitzSimmons) Newman

Laurel T

October 16, 2009

What a blessing to have known you these past 3 years. You touched so many lives through your music and generousity. You opened hearts, minds and your home to so many. Farewell my military comrade. I know the angels are excited to have such a soul as yours to help with heavenly sounds. Claire, you are so loved by so many. May peace follow you on this journey.

Renee Wright

October 16, 2009

Richard was a warm, generous and caring man. He will be deeply missed. My heart goes out to Claire. Richard was her guardian in life and is now her guardian angel.

karen frank

October 16, 2009

Richard. What a wonderous and generous soul. He leaves an amazing legacy of his life, for his people to remember! Love you, Claire. ~ karen

October 16, 2009

Richard was first and foremost a true gentleman. I worked with him at Kodak for several years and he assisted me on several projects. His assignments were always on time and accurate. I enjoyed his stories about his original home in England and his fondness for music. He will be missed by all.

Rich Corcoran

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