EDWARD WILLIAM "ED" PIPER

I'm so saddened to hear of Ed's passing. He was a very important part of my life in my later teenage years and early 20's. My sincerest sympathies to Donna, Michael, Claire, Diane and family!

Ed was a great supporter of the Columbia State Historic Park volunteer and docent community and has forever enhanced the cherished historic corridor leading into CSHP with Claires´ Claim... rest in love Ed.

I first met Ed at the farmers market booth for my local plant nursery in Sonora. Now, many years, many planting plans, many consultations, and many visits to his beautiful property later, he was my friend and an inspiration to me and to all who knew him. His dedication to making a wonderful place to share with the community is unparalleled. Truly, a special person that is loved and will be missed by so many.

We are so thankful for all the beautiful memoriesWe send our love and prayers to each of you Dave and Roe

We met Ed after seeing him at various music venues in both Tuolumne and Calaveras counties. After striking up a conversation with him, he invited us to Claire's Claim for one of his potlucks. We were unprepared for what greeted us when we arrived. Entering the property was like an adult version of Disneyland! Every detail from fountains to entertainment areas had been envisioned by Ed and brought to life. It was pure magic! And Ed couldn't have been more gracious in greeting and visiting with...

Ed was a great friend and neighbor to my family when I was growing up in Salinas. We remained friends with him and his family ever since, each of us probably a bit closer to one or the other, but the Piper family was and remains very dear to my own. Ed was a mentor to me from early on and I always respected his opinions and especially his outlook on life. I'm very sad I didn't have a chance to say goodbye to him but we did stay in touch almost to the end of his days. I think of him often...

What a great man, an honorable role model for all. I met Ed when he offered the use of Claire´s Claim as the location for our Columbia docents appreciation party. We had a lovely time, delicious food, and beautiful music. Ed was the epitome of generous; I learned so much from him.