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Richard Despard Estes

Peterborough, New Hampshire

1927 - 2021

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Richard Despard Estes Peterborough NH — Richard Despard Estes, 93, of Peterborough, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2021 at his home in Peterborough, NH, surrounded by his family. He was born in New York, NY on December 26, 1927, the son of Zenas Newton Estes and Margaret (Despard) Estes....

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A lovely, funny, and generous man who shared his knowledge and his love of the Serengeti with me during a memorable lunch in Nairobi some years ago. His "Behavior Guide to African Mammals" was my favorite safari companion book. It seems like he lived a life of great meaning. I am sorry he is gone and so glad he was here.

Richard touched the people of East Africa in millions of ways: through his work and connections. The safari guides benefited from his explanation and understanding of our wildlife leading to more conservation efforts and stewardship. Richard is, was and will remain sadaqatul jariya - a gift that will keep on giving long after he is gone. What a deep and great loss for East Africa and the natural world. To the Estes family, our deepest sympathies during these difficult times but be at peace...

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.