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Memories and Condolences
for Richard TRUHLAR
18 Entries
Karen
October 10, 2021
I wish I stayed more connected with this family! Mara took care of my son and hers for years and we said we would stay in touch forever well the forever's are gone but still thinking of her and the kids/men! Karen, John and Sean!
Cathy Jones (Ryan)
November 2, 2020
Richard, cousin, I wish we could have gotten together for the visit you and I had planned. Will regret not making a plan for it. Rest now Cathy
Dr. George Elias, DDS and staff
October 8, 2013
Just received the sad news. Our deepest heartfelt sympathies for Mara, Darius and Soren, and all his friends and colleagues. I am honored to have known Richard for the past 25 years. I enjoyed listening about some of his aspirations and accomplishments, and watching his family develop. I will really miss him. Truly a gentle man and a scholar.
Katia Mercuri
October 6, 2013
It was mid-September that I was on Ward's Island and thought back to RIchard, wondering if he was in one of the cottages, writing away. It was only a few days later that I heard of his tragic passing. It's been a few years since we worked together at the CMC. My condolences go to his family, friends, and all those who worked with him. I'm so sorry. Soren, I know it's been awhile, but you are in my thoughts.
Bev Los - Brackman
September 29, 2013
Sleep peacefully Richard. You will be missed!
Your friend since 1970, Bev Los-Brackman
Anita Krumins
September 28, 2013
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Richard's death. We were classmates at university and good friends. We reconnected about a year ago and it was such a pleasure to find that all of his promise as an artist had been fulfilled. It is so sad that his life was cut short, not just for the artistic community, but for his wife, children and friends.
Melody Sumner Carnahan
September 28, 2013
Dear dear Richard. This is absolutely tragic. I've been working with Richard & Beverley on a new story collection for fall, Teksteditions. He's been the most gracious, patient, and canny editor I've ever known. Was looking forward to hearing his famous voice in person. His writing astonished me, particularly Terminal Intelligence and Dynamite in the Lung. Such originality, range, and erudition in his work. An incredibly talented writer who wasn't afraid to praise other writers. Warrior for the underutilized iconic wordsmiths. Champion of unlikely collaborations. Maybe it's his background in music that allowed such embracing enthusiasms: The unusual anthologies he devised. The multi-media book events. This is a devastating loss for the intelligent community of readers and writers worldwide. My heart aches for all who knew and loved him, especially Bev and his family.
Alice Burdick
September 26, 2013
My deepest sympathies to your family. Richard Truhlar was a treasure. I'm sorry that he has gone.
Steven Ross Smith
September 23, 2013
I'm thinking of you all - artists and friends of Richard - and especially Mara, Soren & Darius - as you gather to remember and celebrate my old friend & collaborator 'Truhlar' today. Memories of many performance moments with that dynamic, gentle man are rolling through my mind. Wish I could be there today.
Karl Jirgens
September 22, 2013
Very deepest sympathies to Mara, Darius, Soren, and the entire family. We have shared this very sad news with many fellow colleagues and artists. We are all devastated by Richard's passing. He will be remembered as a true artist who left a wonderful series of indelible and inspired statements that will always be remembered. Sharing your deep sadness, and sending you all peace & love. Karl & Nicholas Jirgens
September 22, 2013
Sending sincere sympathies to your family. I worked with Richard for a number of years first at the Canadian Music Centre in Toronto, and subsequently from afar while he was Producer of the Centrediscs recording label and i was the graphic designer. He was always a pleasure to work with -- professional and amiable. He leaves behind a creative legacy.
CMC
Dawn Ellis-Mobbs
September 22, 2013
Wonderful man, inspiring person to many. Gone too soon. My condolences to the Truhlar family....
Susan Frykberg
September 22, 2013
So very sorry!. We - Richard, Steven Smith and myself, did lots of work together in the eighties. My first cassette - Transonances, features his wonderful sound poetry. I last saw Richard when I was visiting Toronto in 2010. My heart goes out to his family and friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Whitney Smith
September 21, 2013
Whenever I came in contact with Richard he was always a tremendously positive and encouraging and cheerful force.
Fabian Boutilier
September 21, 2013
Just received the news. I am deeply saddened. In recent years, I have only had rare occasion to be in touch with Richard but I have always counted him as one on a short list of my favourite people. I have fond memories of his kindness to me back in the Underwhich days. I will think of him often, and fondly, in the days ahead. And I will miss him.
John Korchok
September 21, 2013
My heart goes out to Richard's family. Keep well.
Ellie Cs
September 20, 2013
Richard was an inspiration to many poets. My condolences to his family.
Pierre Coupey
September 20, 2013
Our condolences to all the Truhlar family: Richard was a gifted man and a gift to all of us. His warm and gentle smile.
Much love from Pierre Coupey
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