Richard P. Haslam

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Richard Haslam Obituary

Richard P. Haslam "Has" Richard Philip "Has" Haslam was born May 8, 1928 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Richard Brevant and Margurette Price Haslam and died October 11, 2007 at his home in St. George, Utah. He married Patti Lou Carstensen on August 8, 1952 in Central Valley, Utah."Has" graduated from Utah State University in 1951 with his Bachelor of Science degree. After their marriage, they moved to Fillmore, Utah, where he began his teaching career at Fillmore High School. He was drafted in 1953 and served in the United States Army before moving to Richfield, Utah, to teach in the elementary school and later at Richfield High School. "Has" produced and directed many school and community plays and musicals in the Sevier Valley. In 1967 he, Patti and the family moved to Ephraim, Utah, to teach theater at Snow College where he spent 23 years with the Theater department, serving many years as the department head. In 1973, he graduated with a Master of Fine Arts from Utah State University and became a full Professor at Snow College. "Has" retired from Snow in the early 1990's and he and Patti moved to the warm St. George area where he enjoyed working and playing on his computer and helping many family and friends enjoy their computers as well. In 2005, Snow College named their new Black Box Theatre in "Has" and Patti's honor. Over the years "Has" influenced many and will be missed. He is survived by his wife of St. George; four sons, Richard Price (Susan) Haslam, Orem, Ut; Philip C (Marlene) Haslam, Enoch, Ut; Lew Brevant (Kathy) Haslam, Cedar City, Ut; and Marc Lynn (Andrea) Haslam, Payson, Ut. 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren also survive him. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the Magleby Mortuary Chapel, 50 S. 100 W. in Richfield. Friends and family may call at the Magleby Mortuary on Tuesday evening 6-8 p.m. and again at the mortuary Wednesday 9:30-10:30 a.m prior to the services. Burial will be in the Richfield City Cemetery. Online guest book www.maglebymortuary.com

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Published by Deseret News on Oct. 14, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Haslam

13 Entries

Ruth Morrey

November 5, 2007

Dear Pat and family,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of 'Has'. We have fond memories of times at your home and on the stage and the productions we were a part of with 'Has'. We are glad we were able to find you a few years back and visit with you again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your famly.
Love,
Rex and Ruth Morrey

Carol (Larsen) Kjar

October 17, 2007

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Richard. The good memories flooded back as I thought of my experiences with Richard and his great family I had while attending Snow College. He will be missed by all who had the opportunity to associate with him! Please know that my thoughts are with you.

Vicki Panella Bourns

October 16, 2007

Dear Patty, Lew and family,

We were saddened to learn of Has' passing. "Has" was a pure delight to work with. He made my year of teaching at Snow College very memorable. I was so pleased to learn that part of the new performing arts center in Ephraim is named after "Has". I regret we will be unable to make the service in Richfield.

"Has" was always so good to everyone and such an uplifting presence.

Take care, Love,

Bob and Vicki Panella Bourns

Tracy Hill Williams

October 15, 2007

Lew and Family,
You will never know how much I loved your father. He was a darling, wonderful, caring, thoughtful, fun and charming man. I learned to work hard from being in the theatre with your dad...I learned that all of theatre was an art form and that we should try to be good at acting, design and technology...like he was! I have tried to pattern my teaching after his great love....

oxoxoxoxo,
Tracy

Neal Cox

October 15, 2007

Dear Haslam Family:

I worked with "Has" at Snow College where he was both my teacher and later a valued colleague. He loved his life's work and had a tremendous impact on my life as well as the lives of many others. His passion for theater and his intense interest in people made him the "complete educator!"

May you find peace in his absence and may your lives continue to be blessed. He will truly be missed by all of us who were fortunate enough to have known him!

Dennis Tolman

October 15, 2007

Dear Lew & Family,

It's been many years since our paths have crossed, but I wanted to express to your family our condolences on the loss of your father. I will always remember him for his kind manner and taking the time to stop and chat during our growing up years in Ephraim, and later as we passed each other in the hall ways of the old Theater at Snow College. Know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this coming week.

October 15, 2007

Philip,
It's been a few years since were were in school together, in Richfield and at Snow. We send our love and condolences. We hope you and all of your family feel the Lord's love at this time.
D and Cindy Warnock

robyn Tibbs kelly

October 14, 2007

Dear Family.
Richard and I were childhood friends living in SLC. He spent many hours at our home singing while my mom played the piano. He was a wonderful friend to our family. He helped my daughter Kristin act and sing on stage at
Snow. I have all good memories of Richard and his folks. Love,
Robyn Tibbs Kelly

Shanna Livingston

October 14, 2007

Dear Patti,
Mother and I are saddend to read of your husbands passing. We send our love to you and your family.

Aunt Ruth, and daughter Shanna

Jane Dysart

October 14, 2007

Patti & family: We are thinking of you and all the fun times we've had in Toquerville, St. George, Cedar City, Las Vegas, Toronto and surrounding areas. We will always remember the laughter, stories, road trips and discussions we've enjoyed. Take care, love and hugs from your Canadian friends.

Lisa Bedard

October 14, 2007

Lew and Kathy,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. You may not remember me but I taught Ali in the 3's class at LRH. I've always remembered your family and Grandma Karma too. I love you guys! Take Care and may Heavenly Father take some of the pain of this loss from you. Love, "Teacher" Lisa

Richard Rowley

October 14, 2007

Dear Patti It has been over 40 years since Reah and I spent many hours playing bridge and enjoying your wonderful dinners in Richfield, but we have never forgotten you and Richard. Richard's talent and vibrant personality will always be special memories to us. Reah and I send you our love and condoences. Dick and Reah

Larry Christensen

October 14, 2007

Richard Haslam was my sixth grade teacher at Ashman Elementary School in Richfield, Utah. He was and still is my favorite teacher. His stories have been a key part of my life since that year. He taught me how to be an artist. He taught me how to speak softly and carry a big stick (yardstick). I sent him several letters to thank him for being such a great teacher -- but I'm not sure he received any of them. Mr. Haslam, in my book, you are the best. Thank you!

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