Our memories of them will keep them in our hearts. Music, travel, gardening and the love of his wife, Gerri, brought immense joy to his life. He is survived by his children Richard Jr. & wife Emily, Stephen & wife Christina, grandchildren Victoria & Stephen Jr., second. Late in our work, I said that I was in chaotic depression and felt like I was melting away. Rest well you will be missed by many. Sweet Cindy was my hero! In lieu of flowers, please consider bringing canned food items or money for the Hope Bridge Food Shelf. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in social work. Thompson, Mark A. age 60 of Schaumburg, IL, formerly of St. Louis Park, MN, died Tuesday, February 26, 2013. I dont keep big secrets from them, but there are certain wild vulnerabilities that I dont have any longer and cant pretend to. A 1971 graduate of St. Louis Park High School, he attended the University of Minnesota at Duluth and later received an Associates Degree in substance abuse counseling. Over time, I began to refer to him, affectionately, as Dr. F. I spent the first few years carapaced by previous difficulties that prevented me from opening up. Eternal rest grant onto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. He very much felt like you followed the science, and it didnt matter what the political backdrop was, his son, Jeremiah, a screenwriter in Los Angeles, said in a phone interview. Linda is survived by her husband Joel, brother Brad (Karen) Hanson, sister Julie (Russ) Magnuson, many brothers and sisters in law, and her adored nieces and nephews. Our ethnicity data indicates the majority is Caucasian. A few weeks later, he said he wanted to tell me that he had a wonderful marriage, that his wifes name was Sue, and that they had a grown son, Jeremiah, whom they adored. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Dr. F helped make me who I am. Share a laugh and be on our way. As a major in the Army, he had encountered extreme situations that galvanized him. No one else had seen me as clearly as he did. Lost contact but sounds like she did good work in her life. We were friends for a long time after graduation but then lost track of each other. At some level, I have become myself and wont be changing fundamentally, short of tragedies. To plant a tree in memory of Richard Friedman, please visit our. One was the author Andrew Solomon, whose book The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression won the National Book Award for nonfiction in 2001. {mso-style-type:export-only; Rick is survived by his aunt, Bernice Berger and cousins, Michelle Sarab, Robin Goldstein, Karen Kaplan and families, and his partner, Martha Frailey. And, for Pete's Sake, be kind, live long and prosper, and take care of the world's kids, for as H.D. He was on his way to reaching the stars until one fateful day when he went to UCLA to have himself tested for a sickness that was afflicting Male Homesexual Men. I think both Barrie & I (there were no doubt others) came drunk to a highschool dance, but I was the only one to get in trouble and suspended. He gave me his home number, however, and said. Friend and mayor of Traverse City, Jim Carruthers, mentioned recently in passing that he was still receiving impassioned letters communicating her proposed civic improvements. Then he developed an unlikely interest in deviant sexuality, writing Male Homosexuality, the book, from 1988, that destigmatized homosexuality within the field of psychoanalysis. Bill was born March 19, 1952 in Mpls to Donald and Elaine T. Olson. Kay was born January 13, 1952 in Crystal, Minnesota, the daughter of Neon and Lorraine (Walz) Houdek. Byars Funeral Home, Cumming GA. Kay Marie Houdek, 61, of Laporte, MN, died Monday, October 14, 2013 at her home. Barb worked closely with these organizations, and they were very dear to her heart. Given that he was a younger colleague, it was brave of him to take older experts on, Professor Drescher said. He was preceded in death by father, Donald. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. I can elicit confidences and secrets from myself in front of someone else, but I cant be overwhelmed by them any longer. https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/mn/duluth/kevin-dungan-11658322, Portz, Jerald James Jerry passed away May 9, 2020 after a long and courageous battle with Lipo-Sarcoma. Matt Duffer, Ross Duffer and Kate Trefry Brad Torchia/Netflix. She was preceded in death by her mother. Carole approached her final years on her own terms, with style, wisdom and humor, similar to how she related to challenges and blessings alike throughout her life. I sometimes wanted my Thursdays for other purposes. Its a beauty! Enrollment in the humanities is in free fall at colleges around the country. His family moved to Minneapolis, MN where he attended Calhoun Elementary School, Westwood Junior High and St. Louis Park High School graduating in 1970. Funeral service will also be available via zoom. Over the years, I would write down things he said that were especially witty or perceptive. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. Barb worked closely with these organizations, and they were very dear to her heart. Captain Dave was also a licenced minister marrying many couples in many settings including Puerto Rico! If you would like to give a gift to Munson Hospice, please contact the Munson Healthcare Foundations at 231-935-6482. Beloved husband to Dorothy Friedman (ne Munn)of 59 years,known as Dick & Dot. Then he did something extraordinary: he praised the strength and vitality of gay people. There is no photo or video of Richard Friedman.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Dr. F had died, apparently from complex metabolic issues and low blood pressure. To those of us who have known and loved Dick, his friendship has been an abiding treasure and joy in our lives. We both knew that I had core instabilities, but he did not believe, as I did at first, that they were uncontrollable; he believed that they could be regulated. Sara also served on the boards of Jewish Vocational Service and the Adath Jeshurun Congregation. Richard K FriedmanCincinnati-Richard K Friedman, Dick 84 passed away Friday, March 4th, 2022 in Cincinnati,Ohio.He was born January 24,1938 in Moscow, Ohio to the late Jacob and Helen Friedman. John is one of those guys I would have like to seen again. mso-default-props:yes; Anthony Bourdain, Kate Spade, and the Preventable Tragedies of Suicide. An ethical obligation motivated Friedman to do the research that led to major changes in how psychiatrists and psychologists viewed and treated homosexual patients.Photo provided by Jeremiah Friedman. In 2013 Carole took up social dancing, reigniting her passion and love for dance. mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; Transference be damned, it felt like that. Leave a memory or share a photo below to show your support. Yeah I remember Dave quite well. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and friends, and making others happy. She had a wonderful, positively aggressive approach to life. mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; Interment Sunday, November 10, 11:00 a.m. at Sunset Cemetery, 2250 St. Anthony Blvd, Minneapolis, 55418. I universalized relentlessly. Dr. F thought things had foundered because I had made poor relationship choices, and that I could make better ones. Nancy Rebecca Mattila was born March 1, 1952 at the then Swedish Hospital in Minneapolis, the daughter of Edward Mattila and Ardis Mattila. They worked hard but also played hard! She was raised and educated in St. Louis Park, MN. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Then, all of a sudden, I feel shocked all over again. I laughed so hard when I first saw that! font-size:11.0pt; I came to know Dr. Fs life by proxy. Although he was best known for his work on human sexuality, Dr. Friedman was equally proud of a study he did at the medical center that showed that medical interns performed poorly when they were sleep-deprived. They worked hard but also played hard! She was known for her ethical business practices, impeccable attention to detail and passionate love of houses throughout her three-decade long career. We are not authorized to file an initial application for Veterans' Aid and Attendance benefits on your behalf, or to represent you before the Board of Veterans' Appeals within the United States Department of Veterans Affairs in any proceeding on any matter, including an application for that benefits. But he also proposed extravagant expenditures that were clearly out of my league. He became a family member to them. This event is not sponsored by, or affiliated with, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, the California Department of Veterans Affairs, or any other congressionally chartered or recognized organization of honorably discharged members of the Armed Forces of the United States, or any of their auxiliaries. He enrolled at Dunwoody Institute to learn the trade skill of welding only to be interrupted by a draft notice from the U.S.Army. Even as I erected defenses in my sessions with Dr. F, he was unwavering, equipped with ground-penetrating radar that could detect the subterranean foundations of structures long ago destroyed. His tender heart and compassionate spirit led us to name our son after him.We thank God for Tom's wife Sue. He would learn something from every conversation he had with anyone, including total strangers. Visitation is Friday, October 13th from 4-7 p.m. at Gill Brothers Funeral Home, 5801 South Lyndale Ave. Minneapolis, MN and a half hour prior to service at Lakewood. He was born on October 18, 1937 in Harrisburg to the late Edward Friedman and Margaret (Friedman). I have fond memories of her in orchestra, playing her cello with such ease and grace. He replied that if I hadnt gone through so much anguish and peril along the way, I wouldnt have ended up with the life I had. Dick was 87 years old. Love you and miss you more and more every day. He graduated from the Newark College of Engineering and spent six years in the Army National Guard. I theatricalize my own life, and he was the exacting dramaturg of my extravagance. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. He was just one of the guys trying to have fun with the rest of us. Further survived by devoted parents, Edmund "Chief" Gould and Reva Gould of Minneapolis; brother, Michael of Santa Barbara; sister, Barbara of Los Angeles; mother-in-law, Florence "Flossie" Gardner of London, England, and best friend, Marsha Zeesman of Brooklyn, NY. Loving father of Timothy (Lamonica), Douglas (Priscilla . Oregan Residents: Please note that in the State of Oregon, Funeral Board Rule 830-040-0000(3) requires our trade name include the identification of our funeral activity or function. Marianne, we hold you close in our hearts now and always. His calm annoyed me. Beloved husband to Dorothy Friedman(ne Munn)of 59 years,known as Dick & Dot. -->. A completion of the loop." In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. You have funeral questions, we have answers. All rights reserved. He is survived by wife, Stephanie; mother, Elaine; sisters, Sharon Smith and Carol (Greg) Clark; children, Stephen and Amy (Eric) Dawson; grandchildren, Teddy, Louie and Willy; and many nieces and nephews. Rest in peace Michael! When my brother didnt invite me to his apartment for a while, he suggested it might be because he didnt want people in the lobby exposed to his gay sibling. Dr. Friedmans motivation wasnt political. Dick is survived by wife Beatrice, his eldest daughter Debra B. Jones, her husband Ken and their two daughters Lindsey and Julia. I also double dated with him for Prom. Donations can be made at https://titletrackmichigan.org/support/. Left to miss her and celebrate her life are: Husband, Nick; children Tyler (Jenny Phillips-Kube), Anna, and Tucker. Dana is survived by his wife Sandy Yanez-Larson, and two sons - Dana C and Tyler. Jeff died August 24, 2019 of complications from leukemia. div.Section1 January 29, 2023 (72 years old) View obituary. We had a fight in in maybe 7th grade and I think we like each other after that. The idea was that I would have 6 rounds of chemo to kill all of the cancer in my body, extract healthy stem cells, then put me in the hospital at Stanford, kill my immune system and then put the stem cells back into my body where they would eventually grow a completely new healthy immune system.The transplant took place in September 2011 and it wasn't long before I was feeling OK, weak but OK. He saw something in me that was worth his time. Visitation will be 1:00 to 4:00 pm Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Duffy-Pils Memorial Home, Fairbury. Preceded in death by: Parents John and Margaret Hougdahl; father-in-law Norman Stony LaVigne. Richard Friedman, son of the late Sam and Esther Friedman, of Aurora, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. A special thank you to the doctors and staff at the University of Minnesota who helped and supported him in his fight against cancer. Barrie wanted to be an actor getting a few small roles in movies, one I still watch every time its on is the original star trek motion picture. . John was a great -- muscular -- athlete -- in great shape --with such a positive -- infectious --energetic -- attitude!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! At the same moment on the street outside we heard a roaring motorcycle go byCraigs last ride! mso-font-charset:1; Gearty-Delmore 952-926-1615, Tabor, David L. age 60, of Ham Lake. There were many similar stories. Ron could eat a whole lot! Married Patricia Eslinger in 1972. He passed away peacefully in his sleep with his family by his side. 2023 Neptune Society. Met Tom in Grade 7 when I was much taller then (relative to other kids our age) and we played basketball together. It is a enduring memory from junior high school. mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; I miss him with all my heart, but I know that what I feel is grief and not despair. Survived by husband of 35 years, Tim; son, Michael; daughters, Amy and Molly; brothers, Michael Svendsen, Steven Svendsen; sister, Mary Svendsen Hjort. As Nestor points out, there were a number of us hanging out with Kev back in the '60s and I could name a few more people. Stephanie Lynn Kasper, 65, a resident of Underwood, died Thursday, April 26, 2018. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. He was a great guy who died way to early. I looked up to him as both my brother and friend. He was a good friend with a good sense of humor and he left us way too soon. Online condolences may be made at, To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our, Gendreau, Robert H. age 58, of Maple Grove. He wrote in his book, The contemporary clinician no longer need consider why homosexual men are paranoid, since there is no evidence that they generally are. Unlike many therapists and analysts, he was very much a doctor, and he understood the brain and body and how they relate. He will be greatly missed. Memorials are preferred to the Children's Cancer Research Fund. Dr. Fs discernments helped me to be less angry, to compass my own sadness, to see the people around me as clearly as Dr. F saw me. Visitation starts at 1 PM. I didnt want to confront Dr. F with gossip, but I didnt feel I could remain in therapy without expressing what I knew. to Boston to see him in law school, and I saw how others responded to him and his helpful law practice during annual PSU football reunions). A memorial service will be held March 23 at 1 PM at St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 1313 Mill St., Naperville, IL. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. He later earned his law degree at William Mitchell School of Law and was a licensed accessibility expert. Upon return he traveled to California and found employment making side cars for motorcycles which led him to purchase a Harley Davidson Sportster which he customized. In February of 2011 I was diagnosed with Lymphoma. St. Louis Park, MN 55416. We love each other. I said, Thats what I thought, but I wanted to be sure, and he chuckled in his characteristic way. I loved the twinkle in her eye when she thought of something amusing. I'll never forget it. Over time with him, I became less extreme. In his acknowledgments for Male Homosexuality, Friedman cites his time at Rochester as being key to the books inspiration. I have fond memories of my friendship with Dawn, which was through Girl Scouts. Gearty-Delmore 763-553-1411gearty-delmore.com, Celebration of Pete Peterson's as a teacher at St. Louis Park High School. He spoke about Sues care for him with something near rapture. Do not use this site to make decisions about employment, tenant screening, or any purpose covered by the FCRA. Since this does not occur with unusual frequency, we must ask whether unusually adept coping mechanisms coexist with homosexuality in many individuals.. Richard FriedmanSept. Please make your own determination of the relevance of these court records. Published on October 18, 2015 Star Tribune. Article. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Steve was very close to and supportive of Brother DePaul and his work with both Mission of Mercy and the House of Charity. Though the specific cause was not clear, Ms. Matorin said, he had for years been grappling with a number of health problems, including cardiac and metabolic conditions. He was an excellent sportsman both in his physical abilities and his extensive knowledge of football, baseball, hockey, etc. A visitation will take place from 10-11 a.m., followed by the memorial service at 11 a.m. A luncheon will follow. Craig told his sister this very funeral home has become our hangout now as he has lost many buddies in recent years. When we finally met again, he shook slightly and held onto his desk when he stood. At the time, a child could still get beaten on the streets of the Bronx for being, like Richard, Jewish, and his family was deeply affected by genocide in Europe during World War II. Private family interment at Lakewood Cemetery. I still look fondly at his dry-humored tribute to me in my senior class yearbook. As more and more of his close friends, lovers started passing away around him, he became more active in aids awarness and prevention. In 1990, she married the love of her life, Joel Swaggert, who became her selfless caregiver, truly fulfilling his marriage vows, in sickness and in health. Linda was devoted to her two canine companions, Bandit and Gracie, and loved spending time in nature, especially on the North Shore, Sanibel Island, and evenings on the porch with sunset walks around her neighborhood lake. Please visit www.lifestorytc.com to share your thoughts with the family and more. Contact family for info for this service. We're very sorry to hear of your loss, Marianne and Lindsey. He was a talented basketball player. {font-family:"Cambria Math"; Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. I have a balanced relationship with my family of origin. Since you specifically mentioned his former classmates, I wanted to respond. Mother-in-law, Ina LaVigne, and sisters and brothers-in-law. I miss you Tom February 23rd, 1952 - November 15th, 1990. Graveside service 1:00 pm THURSDAY October 14th at the ADATH YESHURUN CEMETERY, 5605 France Ave. Private interment. Her courageous battle, passion for life & faith in miracles gave her the strength to "never give up!" His later psychiatric research examined sexuality, and a 1998 article he authored on female homosexuality was named best publication of the year by the Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association. While he was at the Bronx High School of Science, he received a National Merit Scholarship and used it to attend Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson, N.Y., graduating in 1961. But he also sometimes laughed at me, which I found distressing. Yet even in the throes of transference, I knew in those early days that his liking me was of little interest to him. Published in Pioneer Press on Jan.4,2015. He would have loved to be part of the reunion. Click here to see the SLP MEMORIAL BOOK 2022 created by Connie Savitt Sandler for our 50th high school reunion which is taking place 2 years late due to a worldwide pandemic: /clients/873855/File/SLP%20Memorial%20Book%202022_final_8_25_22.pdf. While I tried to achieve singular revelations that would expose someones whole character, Dr. F would say, repeatedly, Youre talking about a person. While his death saddens me, I am spirited by the many lives he touched after High School and am grateful for your sharing so much of his life with all of us - his former classmates and friends. the University of Minnesota. I remember being on my first camping trip with her, and what a kind person she was--with that beautiful smile. Michael is survived by his sister, Jacqueline Sabes Ryan and her husband Richard Ryan; and Michael's very special close friend, Eileen Sabes. He seemed unfazed by my reserve. After his death, she found his old textbooks in their apartment. Ways to honor Richard Friedman's life and legacy. This article originally appeared in the spring 2021 issue of Rochester Review magazine. RICHARD FRIEDMAN OBITUARY. He seemed to have a will of steel, an unyielding determination, and he often spoke with a shocking certainty. Enjoyed my time trying to get his official approval, because if Tom thought you were OK Dennis and Iwere pretty close buddies in grades 1-3 at Lenox. mso-font-pitch:variable; The Lake Superior waters became his home. He had a great smile, laugh, and sense of humor. Richard Friedman in California. mso-font-charset:0; They are embracing a connected afterglow of her loving presence. Michelle passed away in Multnomah Co, Oregon, survived by husband Bruce Leigh and daughter Marie (Leigh) Bales. Per his brother Phil, Dan's key talent was "fine craftsmanship". We had never lost one of "us" before, and suddenly dear Richard had more friends than he ever knew he had in life. Iliked him very much. 27, 2013. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. Hodroff-Epstein 612-871-1234hodroffepstein.com, Published on October 13, 2021 by Star Tribune, Rodengen, Douglas J. age 69 of Golden Valley passed away Sept. 21. We found out shortly after the first transplant that the lymphoma never went away and that a donor transplant would be necessary.The idea behind this one is that after chemo, donor stem cells are infused into my body where they fight with my own compromised cells, take over and create a new healthy immune system. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. May 8, 1948 - My brother was alway courageous and open with his sexuality. I was therefore shocked and saddened when I first accessed this website and found that Gary had passed away. When we weren't there and the weather was nice, it was hop into the car and out to Paul's Landing where we jumped in a boat and spent the late afternoon and evening fishing (what homework?). Kay Marie Houdek, 61, of Laporte, MN, died Monday, October 14, 2013 at her home. The next day I became very ill and remember talking to Dean alot from my sick bed. Richard is margin-bottom:10.0pt; Beth was born in Minneapolis on April 27, 1952 to Edward and Joyce (Johnson) Hockensmith. Dr. F not only accepted that homosexuality was probably biological but also averred that it was not a deficit. Craig was married two times and divorced. Daniel J White born February 10th, 1952, in New York, passed April 17th 2016 in Andover, Minnesota. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. As we heard from his wife, Cindy Crow: "He died from liver cancer in March of 2002. She had been given to flights of lyricism in an exquisite office; he was given to intellectual discourse in a yellow room full of papers in nearly squalid chaos, lit primarily by an unflattering chandelier. mso-font-format:other; We remained friends throughout the rest of junior high and high school. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Michael Richard Friedman (Sarasota, Florida), who passed away on December 26, 2017, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. I often supposed he held my sanity in his hands. He was born. I wanted him to like me; I wanted everyone to like me. Family time was very precious to him. All from the old neighborhood. From 1943- 1954 he spent his elementary school and high school years at the Hebrew National Orphan Home. Knew Bob well from Park Hill on. Even after the American Psychiatric Association removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders in 1973, many therapists considered it an illness that could be cured. Gale dedicated her career to education, teaching grades 4, 5, and 6 in the Osseo School District. Tabor drove up to the house on a tractor. Richard C. Friedman was a psychiatrist whose groundbreaking 1988 book, "Male Homosexuality: A Contemporary Psychoanalytic Perspective," showed that homosexuality was largely biological, rather than a perversion that needed to be cured. Dick will be missed by his family and friends.He was loved and cherished. Published in Star Tribune on September 30, 2009, Doyle, Linda (Svendsen) age 55, of Medina. Steve served in the Army for nearly four years, and worked over 33 years in the Post Office. Richard C. Friedman was born on Jan. 20, 1941, in the Bronx, the oldest of three sons of William Friedman and Henrietta Fuerstein. Memorial contributions can be made to Emory's Michael C. Carlos Museum's for their Egyptian Collection. Dick was a good guy and a good high school friend. So long , my friend. After graduating from St. Louis Park High School in 1970, Tom worked as a Boundary Waters guide and bus driver in Colorado, before settling into his career as a printer. Jim was born in Huron, SD, grew up in Spirit Lake, IA and graduated from St. Louis Park High School class of 1970. His belief is that a homeless person would be more responsiveanother homeless person, and give self worth to the person who was the teacher. Old Murphy (his least favorite horse) has outlived even Craig! He is the grandson of. 37), Holbrook on Saturday, January 28 th at 9:45am followed by a funeral mass at St. Joseph Church in Holbrook at 10:30am. http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/stevenbalick, Raabe, James of Plymouth, passed away at home August 2, 2012 at age 60. Her remarkable tenacity and life spirit will never be forgotten. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. 7, St. Louis Park. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Arrangements entrusted to ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES Dodge Chapel (520-326-4343). New Jersey Residents: N.J. Lic. Survived by sister Shirley Wade, and other Family and Dear Friends. Dick had a love of classic cars, playing golf, and car rides and lunches with Mom. He will forever be in our hearts.
Private Family service in April. In lieu of flower please consider donating to American Heart association or a charity of your choice. He was born January 24,1938 in Moscow, Ohio to the late Jacob and Helen Friedman. Funeral service Thursday 1 PM, with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy. A celebration of life will be held August 7 from 1-4pm at the Gold Nugget in Minnetonka. Thoreau said, "Every child begins the world again." Survived by daughter & son- in-law, Sherry & Rich Ruohonen; granddaughter, Hannah; sisters, Judy (Wally) Sanford, Kay (Bill) Peterson; brother, Greg Mark; and other family & friends. He is survived by his wife, Lori; son, Derek Raabe; mother, Mary Jean Sovis; brother, Kevin Raabe; children, Shannon & Jared Bertheaume; grandsons, Xavier & Xander; many other loving relatives and friends. Cincinnati-Richard K Friedman, "Dick" 84' passed away Friday, March 4th, 2022 in Cincinnati,Ohio. Niece (Cassie) and nephews (Robin and Josh), Aunt Bev, and many cousins. Share a memory Send Flowers Share. Jeff attended the University of Colorado/Boulder and received his BFA in Visual Arts from Minneapolis College of Art and Design. He loved practical jokes (at your expense). mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; Using his skills he was employed by Twin City Welding and Maple Grove Welding for many years until he opened his own shop. Know how great a belly laugh feels?! He was still trying to qualify for a cancer study last week and was working as a much-loved Veterinarian at his clinic, Diamond Lake Animal Hospital, until Wednesday. How he was seen as a symbol of how you can survive with Aids. I once said to Dr. F. that if I had been able to see one day of life in my fifties when I first entered his office, I wouldnt have had to go through so much anguish and peril along the way. Melanoma has no bounds. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. He had been prescribed fentanyl, he told me, but one day, realizing that he was becoming addicted but not achieving analgesia, he ripped off his patch and resolved to do without it. Read Full Obituary. Over the past 47+ years, our experienced team has assisted families, their loved ones, and caregivers in carrying out final wishes more affordably, with dignity and respect. Being a person so many looked up to, showing that Aids doesn't have to be a death sentence. Olson, William T. of St. Louis Park, died October 15, 2012. San Luis Obispo-Atascadero-Paso Robles (CA), R M Friedman, Richard Friedma, Richard Freeman, Dick Friedman, Rick Friedman, Richard Friedm, Racky Friedman, Rick Friedman, Friedman Racky, Richard Sfriedman, Emanuel R Friedman, Friedman Richard Emanuel, Richard A Freidman, Friedman Friedman, Friedman Richard. 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