Richard Elden Obituary

For me, Dick Elden was a very generous and helpful man of tremendous achievements. My sympathies and condolences to Dick's family for this great loss.

Sincere condolences are extended to the family of Richard Elden as they mourn the death of their love. God will fulfill his promise to bind up the brokenhearted. Isaiah 61:1

Gail, your husband Richard was a gallant man. May you and your family receive an abundance of moral support from your friends and neighbors. For comfort and peace, the God of the Heavens promise to soothe your hearts and heal your pains. (Jeremiah 31:13b)

Marlene Baumgarten sends sincere condolences remdmbering dick since high school years as he travelled through his specific life's path.

Dick was a very unusual man, one who was focused on his work and his health. He had strict standards for himself and expected that of his employees as well. I worked at Grosvenor for 20 years, 10 of those as his assistant. He taught me many things, one of which was to ask the right questions to get the right answers.

Gail, Tom and Cindy, I'm sorry for your loss.


Sharon Baranowski

You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.

His friends and colleagues at the Field Museum are in mourning at his passing. He was a loyal Trustee and a generous supporter. Our hearts are with Gail and the family.
Richard W. Lariviere
President and CEO
Field Museum

Dick Elden was exceedingly imaginative and contributed his talents to his family, his community, and his nation. I valued and treasured his friendship for decades. I hope his family will find comfort in time in reflecting on the good years together. Newt Minow

Mary and Mel send much Love and sympathy to you all. We are very saddened by the news, but lucky to have known Dick. Seeing him each morning on the running path for so many years was a nice way to start the day.