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1947
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2020
Richard Ely Memoriam
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for Richard Ely
Chris Kluge
October 29, 2021
I only met Richard once.... at his Sister's Martha's place in Boulder. I met Martha when we were both incoming newbies at Lake Forest College, She was a beloved Friend from then to her Death. I would love anyone who knew Martha to get in touch with me. Thank you. :) I've left my email with this notice.
Barbara Quintana
August 30, 2020
I have fond memories of Ely when I worked with him at Rainier Beach High School. He believed in his students and always displayed eagerness and support to help all of his students! Every year we took kids (boys and girls) to the trades fair at the Seattle Center and Ely would share his personal knowledge with them and from that, students could see the career possibilities! He was always encouraging his students, he loved teaching! He was so pleasant and cooperative to work with and such an asset to students. As a very gifted, talented, kind person and one who helped many, he will always be in our hearts and memories.
Lynn Di Nino
August 26, 2020
Barb and others he loved. . . I am so sorry. He was such a special man. . . and talented too. . . .
Robert Blumberg
August 23, 2020
We shall miss his wit & erudition.
Katherine
August 22, 2020
He remained a sweet, kind soul his whole life.
Mary Erickson Young
August 22, 2020
Richard was a very special friend. I do miss him. He and Chuck Erickson were great friends. A friendship that lasted a lifetime. Richard’s enthusiasm and love of life was contagious.
ALAN NICKSIC
August 21, 2020
HE WAS A LIFE LONG FRIEND. WE CLIMBED THE GRAND TETON . ONE OF MANY EXPERIENCES WE SHARED. ALAN NICKSIC.
Laurie Lowe
August 21, 2020
I knew Richard soo well. We use to hike the wind rivers in the 70s together. He was so uplifting and positive! Soar!
Siri Wood
August 21, 2020
What an indelible, witty, caring and unique character Ely was! It is an honor to have counted him among my friends and a joy to witness the manifestations of his love for his soulmate and life partner, Barb. It was with gusto that he faced their many linguistic, outdoors, travel and culinary adventures together over the past two decades. While his life ended too early, it is of comfort to know that he lived his days to the fullest and left his friends, students and family changed for having known him. May your soul rest in peace, Ely - you shall not be forgotten.
Peg Hill
August 21, 2020
Ely was a kind and introspective friend and a wonderful soul mate to Barb. Both spirit and wisdom are greatly missed.
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