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Richard Hall Obituary

HALL Richard C. Hall, age 67, died at Riverside Hospital on April 13, 2012 as a result of a cerebral hemorrhage. Rick was born and resided for many years in Michigan. He graduated from Alma College in 1967 with a Bachelor's Degree in art & biology. He then earned a Master's Degree in Medical Illustration from the University of Michigan. His profession took him many places, but he especially enjoyed living in Grandview Heights and Chagrin Falls, Ohio where he ran his business, Medical Media and taught Medical Illustration at the Cleveland Institute of Art. He retired in 2004 and was honored by receiving the Max Brödel Award for Excellence in Education by the Association of Medical Illustrators. He is survived by Susan L. Rogers Hall, his wife of 42 years; as well as his daughter, Melissa Combs (Frank); and son, Matthew Hall (Lisa). His beloved grandchildren: Logan, Cameron and Reid Hall and Claire and Evan Combs, who will miss him greatly. He is also survived by two sisters, Cathy Webster and Sandra Rule; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends, who wish to, may contribute in Rick's name, to the Mid-OH Chapter of The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (www.jdrf.org). Arrangements for a memorial art exhibit and a scholarship are pending.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 28 to Apr. 29, 2012.

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Debra Shirley

July 31, 2012

It was an honor and a privilege to co-teach a course with Rick. He taught me a lot about teaching and design. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Beth Halasz

May 3, 2012

I will never forget your kindness, wisdom and friendship. You and your family will always remain in my thoughts and prayers.

meena joseph

May 3, 2012

I believe Rick is in Heaven with the Lord having a sweet time... He most definitely will be talking about his loved ones to The Almighty !! What a comforting thought !

Anna Cottos

April 30, 2012

Susan and family,
My deepest sympathies at Rick's passing. He was a wonderful person and teacher. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Scott

April 30, 2012

Rick. My CIA mentor and friend. You will be missed.

Rebekah Dodson

April 30, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss. Rick was such a wonderful illustrator, sculptor, and great great teacher. My thoughts and prayers for his family.

April 30, 2012

I will remember Rick dearly, and keep him and your family in my prayers.. I offer my sincere sympathy to Sue and family.
With loving memories, Teri J. McDermott
Past President and Fellow, Association of Medical Illustrators

Darlene Lund

April 29, 2012

My sincere sympathy to Rick's family. Cathy and I are longtime cherished friends. We have prayed for Rick often for his health issues. Darlene Lund

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