Dr. Thomas Richard Kidd

Mr Kidd was my teacher and coach from 1958 to 1964. His guidance is with me to this day. Thank you Coach. May God bless the Thomas Kidd family.

My Uncle Tom Kidd was such a positive influence for me during my young years while I lived with my Grandmother Kidd in Lincoln. Tom was more like a big brother and I loved him. I respected him so much. Besides his military service, he was an athlete and a great educator. I will cherish my memories of My Uncle Tom.
Ramona (Kidd) Martin

Tom and family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Christmas is such a glorious day to go back to the Lord.

Lori Olsen

I met Tom in about 1988 while attending UNO. I was introduced to him and joined him for a game of racquetball on court number six. Over what must have been about ten years, we played on that court just about every Tuesday and Friday with a group of his of fellow instructors; Larry Stephens, Hassan Farhat and Mike Carroll. Tom taught me how to play racquetball and my friendship with him grew as did my skills under his direction. When Tom decided that he would hang up racquetball his...

As UNO colleagues, Tom and I had many spirited discussions about scholarly issues. I was pleased with his open-mindedness; he liked unique ideas. During my days as Dean for Graduate Studies and Research, I could always count on Tom to offer logical and creative responses that contributed positively to resolving organizational and program problems. He was a professorial prototype. I will always remember him with respect and fondness.

Tom and I never tired of reminescing about the fun we had flying out of the Creswell, Oregon Airport during the time he lived here in Oregon attending the University of Oregon. Tom later got his Private Pilots License. I will miss my visits with Tom.
Dick Martin, husband of Ramona (Kidd) Martin, Redmond, OR

Dr. Kidd was a professor of mine, sort of took me under his wing, always giving me great advice. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Rick Arfmann

Thanks for your Military Service.
Past Commander V.F.W.