MEMORIALS
Thoughts and memories of fellow members
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Doug Eiss
by bgl- 0 replies
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I just found out a little while ago that Doug Eiss died on May 1st, 2008. Doug was a good friend, and we always had great conversations about palms and numerous other topics. He lived off the road to Opihikao, just a few miles from Leilani Estates, and he worked at Kapoho Palms for many years, so if any of you bought palms from Kapoho Palms, chances are that Doug was involved. Doug was extremely knowledgeable about all sorts of palms, and he did a great job of growing some real "tough ones" (like Licuala orbicularis and mapu) at Kapoho Palms. Unfortunately, Doug had some serious medical issues the last few years, but - as always - he had a great attitude. Last time I saw …
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Dr Henry Donselman has died
by Keith N Tampa (ex SoJax)- 9 replies
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I'm not sure this is the right place to post this information, but a former colleague of mine, and a fellow palm grower, Dr Henry Donselman has passed away. I do not know the cause. I thought those of you that might have known him but hadn't heard yet might be interested. I've attached a copy of his obit. henry.pdf
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Dr Jesus Hoyos Fernandez
by pindo- 1 reply
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On Sunday November 18 died in Caracas, Venezuela, Brother Dr Jesus Hoyos Fernandez, better known as "el Hermano Hoyos" Great career in Botany and Biology of Venezuela was La Salle Institute Director and Founder of AVEPALMAS (Venezuelan Palms Association ), among other things It is a great loss to science and education and can only hope that rest in peace surrounded by beautiful palm trees Thank you
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Dr. Natalie W. Uhl
by Scott Zona- 4 replies
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This message came today from Dr. John Dransfield: "I have just learned from one of her daughters, Mary Uhl, that Natalie Uhl, our greatly respected and much loved colleague, died from pneumonia at a hospital in Georgia near the retirement home where she lived for the past few years. She was 97 years old. Natalie's great contribution to palm botany was celebrated at the World Palm Conference two years ago in Colombia." Natalie was the long-time editor of Principes/Palms, a co-author of Genera Palmarum, and a pioneer in the study of palm anatomy. She was also a kind and generous person. She will be missed. Scott
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Dutch Vandervort
by palmazon- 3 replies
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The plant-loving world lost a tremendous nurseryman and all-around great guy 12/19/12 - so long, Dutch
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Ed Moore
by Cycadcenter- 3 replies
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Sorry to hear that Ed Moore passed away on the same day as Pauleen. Ed was one of the originals and had a terrific garden in Pacific Beach.
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Eva Whitelock has passed away
by Cycadcenter- 11 replies
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Loran Whitelock's wife Eva passed away today after a long battle with cancer.
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Fare Well, Lois Rossten
by DoomsDave- 4 replies
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Howdyall: Went to Lois Rossten's memorial service in Huntington Beach today. It was held at a Lutheran church, of which she had been a member for many years, possibly soon after it was founded. The chapel was filled to capacity with friends, including many PSSC members of which I was probably the youngest. Lois and her husband had been married less than a month short of 65 years. She was 85. I met her numerous times, and the light of her smile outshone the sun . . .
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From Jerzy 1 2
by ania- 64 replies
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Dear IPS members; I am bringing sad news of Ania's passing. She left us on February 26th after long and courageous battle with cancer. She is missed so very, very much by me, our daughter Joanna and our son Paul. Her love to palms is shared by me. Although She was participating in IPS i was with Her planting, caring and enjoying the palms. In Her tradition I would like to join the IPS but I need some help and guidance in breaking in. Jerzy
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Gertrude Cole
by TikiRick- 11 replies
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Gertrude Cole was an early pioneer for the South Florida Palm Society. She lived in Ft. Lauderdale near the beaches and was a widow for many years. I had the pleasure of touring her garden in 2003, when I helped her clean up some of the mounting (palm) debris. Although her physical health was failing, her desire and excitement toward palms was not. She gave me a tall Ptychosperma sp (clustering species) of which I have in my collection. I will always remember her generosity. Do you have any more information about Gertrude? All I know is that she attempted to leave her estate to the Palm Society, but that never happened for whatever reason. I believe she was origin…
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Glynn Whiddon
by Tad- 5 replies
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Glynn Whiddon had a heart attack this afternoon around one, one thirty and passed away. A lot of people in the Tx palm society knew Glynn, and owe what they have in their collection to his efforts. He was very knowledgeble about palms,cycads,and plants in general. He owned and ran Rainforest Wholesale Nursery and Landscaping in Harlingen, Tx. He had quite a few friends here on the board and will be missed by many people. He and I had some different views about plants, and other things, but he never hesitated to answer my never ending strings of questions, when we hosted a palm society meeting he gave me several compliments and I was so stoked, that he took notice…
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Gordon Smith has passed away
by Eric in Orlando- 0 replies
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I just read this article in the local news site. Gordon Smith, a longtime CFPACS member passed away last Wed. after a fall at his home. He was 87. he had a large garden at his home in Maitland that CFPACS visited several times in recent years RIP http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/orange/os-obituary-smith-20110304,0,2469762.story
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Harry Luther
by Kim- 6 replies
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It was with surprise and dismay that I read on Planet Bromeliad this morning that Harry Luther has passed away. I never met him, but his name is well known to any avid grower of bromeliads. Condolences to his family. http://www.bsi.org/brom_info/harry_departs.html
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Herbert Weber
by PalmGuyWC- 4 replies
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I just received news that long time Palm Society member Herbert Webber passed away after an extended illness. No details yet. Herb lived in N. Calif. for many years, but moved to Mexico several years ago. Dick
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Hugh Harries
by John Dransfield- 1 follower
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I have recently received the very sad news that our member Hugh Harries died on 7th February after a short illness. Hugh was passionate about coconuts and published widely, particularly on the origin and dispersal of Cocos nucifera. One of his most important papers is that in Botanical Reviews 44:265-319 (1978) but he also wrote several more light-hearted papers in Principes (now PALMS) such as "Darwin and the robber crab" and "Nuts to the garden of Eden" which, nevertheless have serious intent. We shall miss his sense of fun and his deep passion for his subject.
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I miss my Dad
by calyptrocalyx&licuala freck- 33 replies
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This is one part of the year I really am not looking forward to, Esp Christmas Day after losing a great man (My Dad March 08) I'm finding things alot harder than ever So Dad this one's for you......... Love you and really miss you soo so much. thanks to a special crowd of people from the board that contacted me to let me know that I was in there thoughts...You guys rock. R.I.P Mike Edwards (SNR)...... Love always Mike(Jnr)
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I Miss my Mom
by Jeff Searle- 11 replies
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Wal came up with an excellent suggestion. So, I would like to say that my mother passed away eleven years ago and I still miss her so much. My parents were married for 47 years and and had got married after only meeting and getting to know each other for 3 months. My dad still gets choked up if she comes into conversations. We all do for that matter. She was a great mom, well loved by many,many friends and volunteered thousands of hours with her church. She worked in the hospital for over 35 years as a register nurse, she had a big heart and loved to help others. To this day, she comes up in our thoughts quite often. Jeff Searle
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Ian Edwards
by palmtreesforpleasure- 1 follower
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To all who knew him, Yesterday we celebrated the life of Ian Edwards, who passed away a few weeks ago. Many of you will remember Ian's articles, palm talk posts, pictures on Pacsoa website, and he Norma hosting people from all over the World around their palm Collection. Ian was mentor to many of us in Australia and would also answer questions to any one who PM him for advice. He was a man we all had a lot of respect for. Ian was a former Director of IPS 1998-2002. His 40 years of growing and germinating palm knowledge will be missed by us all here. Many species of Chamaedorea were introduced by both of them into Australia and they were always ge…
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In Memorium of James Wright
by Mr Rare- 9 replies
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Mod Edit: Another topic dedicated to Jim's memory is HERE It is with deep sorrow that I say good bye to a great friend . Jim Wright passed away 8-8-15 at approx. 11:30 pm at the Thorton ICU. Jim and I shared many great times together and he was one of my biggest inspirations in my love for palms and plants of all types. His gentle kindness and thoughtfull generous nature , as well as his profound knowledge of botany and the diverse plant pallets he loved so dearly are the things I will remember the most. I share the picture below which reminds me of a trip Jim and I took to Florida many years ago were we spent several days exploring Mongomery and Fairchild gardens. I …
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Jean-Christophe Pintaud
by Scott Zona- 0 replies
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Tragic news announced by Dr. Thomas Couvreur on Aug 11, 2015: "It is with great sadness that I heard of the passing of Jean-Christophe Pintaud on the 10th of August. The news is a shock to us all. The palm community has lost of one our most experienced and passionate scientists. Through his enthusiasm, passion and incredible knowledge of palms and tropical botany in general, Jean-Christophe has inspired a generation of new scientists across the world, from South America to Pakistan, passing by Africa and Europe. We have lost a friend, a colleague and a mentor. He will be greatly missed and always remembered." Thomas L.P. Couvreur, PhD We'll all remember Jean-Chris…
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Jeffrey R. Crandall (1939–2013)
by Scott Zona- 0 replies
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This sad news from Bill Hemmer: Jeffrey R. Crandall (1939–2013) For those of you who can remember way back when: Teddy Buhler got Jeff to join the Palm Society (now the IPS) during our first palm sale at Fairchild Tropical Garden (now Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden). Jeff just decided to help out, bringing large purchases to customers’ cars with his trusty wheelbarrow. "Oh we must get Jeff to join the society," said Teddy. When our friend Paul Drummond became president in 1980 and held the 1982 Biennial in Miami and Key West (and now it comes around again in 2014!), I asked Jeff if he would like to help pull the Biennial together. I was Treasure at that ti…
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Jerry Hunter
by Gtlevine- 13 replies
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My very close and special friend Jerry Hunter has passed away last Friday. Jerry was a legend in the nursery and horticulture business here in San Diego and has contributed so much to all of us. He was the owner of Rancho Soledad Nursery and Rancho Tissue Culture. Jerry sent me to Madagascar back in 2007 to search for new palms which I will never forget. I will miss you Jerry! Gary
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Jim Noll
by pogobob- 5 replies
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My friend and neighbor Jim Noll passed away early this morning. He was a long time palm and cycad grower with a fine garden mixed in with his avocado orchard.
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Jim Wright, San Diego, CA
by Phil- 18 replies
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Mod Edit: Another topic dedicated to Jim's memory is HERE Readers and Palm Society Members It saddens me deeply to tell you of the passing of a dear friend of mine and the Palm Society, Jim Wright. Jim was one of the original members of the PSSC and the IPS. He started collecting palms and planting out his garden in the Bay Park area of San Diego in the early 1960's. His garden has been on tour many times for the enjoyment of Palm Society members. He has written many articles for Society publications and was an excellent grower of rare palm species. He propagated many plants himself. He was a true friend of many. Known for his hospitality and friendly nature,…
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Jimmy Mintken
by garrin- 2 replies
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I know a lot of us old-timers and especially palm afficionados in Northern California will remember our colorful and good natured friend Jim Mintken who moved away to Costa Rica nearly twenty years ago. Word came to me recently that Jim passed away in Costa Rica in December, and most of his old friends did not know until recently. He had contacted me last fall about getting together during the C.R. Biennial, and then I could no longer reach him. I have spread the word of his passing by phone to a few of the old gang in CA. I am sure there a lot of us who can share some fun and zany memories of Jim and his parties in his beautiful garden in the Russian River area of no…
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