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« R.I. gets $600,000 grant to curb juvenile delinquency | Today | Cranston man gets 2 years in mob extortion plot » August 3, 2007Ken Weber, outdoor writer, dies at 63
“For many years, Ken Weber was a beloved institution here, bringing deep knowledge, acute observation, and charm to his weekly explorations of the world of nature,” said Robert B. Whitcomb, Journal vice president and editorial pages editor. “We will greatly miss his columns and his quiet, affable, good-humored and cooperative personality.” Weber is survived by Bettie J. (Hoorman) Weber, his wife of 42 years; four children, and nine grandchildren. Weber and his wife lived on Deerfield Drive in Greenville. Weber began his career at The Journal in 1971, when he was hired as a copy editor; he retired as a section editor in 1996. His nature columns ran for years in the Sunday Magazine, and when the magazine ceased publication, in 1995, his columns continued on the commentary pages of the Saturday paper. Weber was also the author of several popular books, including Weekend Walks in Rhode Island: 40 Trails for Hiking, Birding & Nature Viewing, now in its fourth edition, and Paddling Southern New England: 30 Canoe Trips in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, in its second edition. A Mass of Christian burial to which relatives and friends are invited will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Pike, Greenville. Burial will be private. Visitation Monday 4-7 p.m. in the Anderson-Winfield Funeral Home, Route 44 at Greenville Common, Greenville. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Audubon Society of Rhode Island, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, R.I., 02917. For messages of condolence, visit www.andersonwinfield.net -- Journal staff writer G. Wayne Miller Posted by Peter Phipps Commentseileen | August 3, 2007 12:24 PM link What a loss. Ken will be missed by all who knew him and followed his work. Milo DeWitt | August 3, 2007 2:40 PM link This is terribly sad. Ken's columns were peaceful oases in the busy editorial section of the Journal. Many of us share his love of nature and will think of him fondly as we enjoy our walks outdoors. Elizabeth | August 3, 2007 4:27 PM link As a kid, my parents and I frequently hiked Rhode Island's many parks and preserves, using Ken's books as a guide. I grew to love his work even as a kid and feel he really contributed substantially to the understanding of the natural beauty of our great state. Jason | August 3, 2007 4:58 PM link I always took time to read Mr. Weber's columns. He had a great love of the natural treasures of Rhode Island, and this came out in his writing. He will be greatly missed. My prayers and condolences to his family. Phil Garringer | August 3, 2007 4:59 PM link Our thoughts and prayers go to the Weber family and the New England Community for this loss of a wonderful naturalist - As a New York transplant, I learned how to navigate and appreciate RI's woods and waters through Ken's insightful essays and books and he could always see the forest for the trees! There is a verdant and peaceful place ahead reserved for Ken! Jen Anderson | August 3, 2007 5:55 PM link I will always remember how he took care of me when Rusty the dog would greet me in the driveway. After 36 years of friendship with Suzy and her family, every time I look at a tree growing I will think of Mr. Weber and Suzy (remember my tree didn't survive the rain). My love and deepest sympathy to Mrs. Weber, Suzy, Steve, Sandy, Scott, your beloved spouses and children. I love you all! Mary Lou Kennedy Almonte and family Mary Lou Almonte | August 3, 2007 7:39 PM link Thanks for sharing with all of us, your love of nature, your observations, special places, and hopefully making all of us realize its to be one of the most important things we can leave for future generations. You'll be sadly missed, but always loved, thank you, Bob Weaver Bob Weaver | August 3, 2007 10:12 PM link Ken's columns brought me back to my youth growing up on a farm in Maine. Whatever it was he was describingwas so accurate and real. I sent one of his books to my brother in Texas so he, too, could enjoy a columnist who truly knew what he was writing about. Also, Ken's love of the outdoors and of wildlife was so evident. He will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to his wife (and partner on many of his nightly field trips) and to the entire family. He will be missed. Barbara Wilson | August 5, 2007 6:04 PM link How sad! Ken's humor and love of nature shone through his columns and his walking guides. I had the great pleasure of hiking with him once, as he pointed out beaver lodges and dams and enlightened us all. I will miss him! Karen Stein | August 6, 2007 9:38 AM link I just read about Ken. What a loss for his family and readers. I would follow his adventures on a R.I map, hoping to someday, follow his path. It would be a tribute to Ken to continue his column if possible. He will greatly be missed. marcia riordan | August 17, 2007 9:54 AM link Post a commentPlease be civil. Vicious comments, personal attacks and profanity won't be published. Name and email are required; email address will not publish. |
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Oh, no! I loved his weekly essays. It's one of the prime reasons I get the Journal