Richard Enemark

Dr. Enemark was my English Composition teacher at Columbia in the early 80's and I still remember how he pushed me to be better, write better, and show up on time. We remember the teachers who believed in us. Rest in Peace and thank you Richard.

It makes my heart hurt to to hear this. Richard was a gentle, kind and introspective person who came to teach us English/ Lit at Burke Mountain Academy in VT in the early/mid 70s. He came in to support the coaches who served double duty on academics and ski racing. He might well have been the first academic BMA hired. I attribute some of my own academic success to his tutelage. He must have been in his mid 20s at the time, about 7 years older than me. I recall him working on one of his...

So sorry to hear about Richard. He was an amazing teacher and friend while I was at Burke Mtn Academy. Truly my favourite in all my years of education. He was funny, entertaining and always knew how to make me feel better when I was homesick or having an issue in life. My condolences to your family Richard. RIP

Our deepest condolences to all of you. Richard left an indelible mark on our lives and we were deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He helped make Doane Stuart the sustaining and transformative place that it was for us and his seminars were always inspiring, exciting, and entertaining. Though we never got as far through the syllabus as planned, we left with an abiding appreciation of the value of (very) close reading and the transformative power of great works of literature. We are...

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.