Richard-Mather-Obituary

Richard Mather

Santa Cruz, California

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Richard Scarritt Mather of Santa Cruz passed away at his home on January 22, 2010, after a lengthy illness, surrounded by his family, having led a full, rich and rewarding life. Happy to have made it well into his ninth decade, he leaves his many loved ones with an inspiring legacy of...

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I remember a quiet morning in 1983, sitting with Richard as we looked out across the Bay from Cowell College and he softly noted its "slate gray" appearance. Has always stuck with me. Bless you, Richard.

I will always remember Richard stately poised in headstand. His words of wisdom, support and humor will echo within me always. My thoughts to the Mather family.

I am saddened to read of Richard's passing. He was a kind and gentle soul. I saw him just a few months ago at the University Library. He was one of my favorite borrowers of maps for his European history classes. I send best wishes to his family. I will miss him.