[Blindtlk] Our friend Dick Edlund passes

[Kori King]

My condolences to Dick's family and friends, and I've got to ask, what's the 
box thing about--the 11185? I'm out of the loop with that one.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Hyde, David W. (ESC)" <david.hyde at wcbvi.k12.wi.us>
To: <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2009 2:03 PM
Subject: [Blindtlk] Our friend Dick Edlund passes


> Some of what I would say, has been said. I always was pleased to hear
> Dick at convention start out by saying
> "This is box 11185, 66111.) As a new president at a time of tumult in
> our organization, Dick was my friend, my advisor, and sometimes, the guy
> who pushed me to do then thing that needed to be done. He taught us that
> all members are important, and had something to contribute. He taught me
> that I wasn't better than those who worked in sheltered shops, and that
> their work was as important as mine. To me he was alsway the most
> approachable of our national officers when I was young, and took time
> for me. A great deal of what I know, and who I am are thanks to Dick. He
> also was always willing to tell a good story, those I will cherish as
> well
>
> Please let me know about arrangements. I will miss him.
>
> David Hyde, Professional Development Coordinator
> Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
> 1700 W. State Street
> Janesville, WI  53546
>
> Phone: 608-758-6152
> Cell: 608-751-0960
> Fax: 608-758-6169
> Email: david.hyde at wcbvi.k12.wi.us
>
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