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April 10, 2019
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Chuck Jones
Since Mr. Joel's passing I have taken it on myself to make sure he is remembered at the University of Tennessee College of Communication and Information, and particularly by those who receive the scholarship bearing his name. As a member of the CCI Board of Visitors, I attend the annual scholarship banquet, and I seek out the Richard Joel Scholarship recipient. I tell them about the man I admired so much, and I get an email address to send them a copy of "What I've Learned in 37 Years as an Advertising Teacher," the lecture he gave the John M. Lain Kappa Tau Alpha lecture in the 1980s. It is still one of the best pieces of commentary on advertising study I've ever read. A great man, and my mentor.
December 24, 2013
Gary Hoyt
Well done and well lived, RJ. Thank you for all the great marketing and creative education I received at UT, and for your many years of friendship.
September 17, 2013
Chuck Jones
A great teacher. A great husband. A great man. And a great friend. So sorry he is gone.
July 25, 2013
Nelson Hurst
Dick was a great teacher at the University of Tennessee, inspiring us to not be satisfied with just an OK performance but to be the best. Truly a person who always had class and strove for excellence in every pursuit.
May 20, 2013
Charles Wilson
I am so glad I had a chance to visit with Mr. Joel this past year for a couple of times and many phone conversations in between. It was great to see him after 50 years. He was a great professor . . . and more recently a good friend.
April 27, 2013
carole terry
Madge, Chuck, Dick and Elaine, our deepest sympathy. What an honor to know this wonderful man. He made a difference in our world. love, from Carole & Joe Terry
April 25, 2013
Richard Hancock
Richard Joel was my favorite professor at FSU. He made it possible for me to get a part time job in the Advertising Department at the Tallahassee Democrat. I graduated in 56 and had a successful career in Advertising. My deepest sympathy.
Richard Hancock
April 23, 2013
Bonnie Harris
Dick....am so sorry to hear about your Dad...What a deep loss to you and your family. Prayers and love to all of you.
April 23, 2013
Bill Neel
A real gentleman. He will be missed both at FSU and the halls of Westminster.
April 23, 2013
Steve Edwards and family
Please accept our sincere condolences.
April 20, 2013
tony wallick
Truly, quite a man. We know you will miss him as will the many people inrelation to his involvement in his interests. Love to you and yours.
April 20, 2013
Dear Madge and Dick, I was saddened to see that your father has passed away. One of the last Argonnians is gone. Our families shared a lot together. When I think of living next to ya'll I think of us running around the neighborhood on summer nights catching fire flies and making forts of pine straw in your front yard in the fall. Also, your dad taking us to school and waiting patiently if we were late in coming to the car. He certainly had lots of accolades and I know you will miss him greatly. Love, Laura McCulloch McManama
April 19, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Sandy Keeler Powell
April 19, 2013
Sherry Andrews
Madge and Chuck,
Much love and sympathy. He was a darling man and will be greatly missed.
Love,
Sherry
April 19, 2013
Brenda Maupin
There is no way to value what Richard did for music- Probably wouldn't be a Knoxville Opera Co. without his support!
His BelCanto concerts in NC benefited the art gallery, schools, and interest in music. I am blessed to have known and worked with him.and will always think of him when I hear any aria from Norma- his favorite.
April 19, 2013
Chip Mitchell
Dick, I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing.
April 19, 2013
Barry Campbell
My heart goes out to the family during this difficult time. It was a pleasure to have known the Joel family when I was growing up.
April 19, 2013
Steve Edwards and family
Please accept our sincere condolences.
April 19, 2013
Donna Cay Tharpe
Richard--My great, dear friend and supreme opera mentor--what am I to do without you? When I now listen to "La Boheme" or "Norma" or any opera by Verdi, Rossini, or Donizetti, I will strain to continue to hear this incredible music through ears made more sensitive and appreciative through the vast knowledge you imparted to me and to remember the musical wisdom you shared with me on the many divas and divos who translated these classic works into indescribable, sonorous beauty. Thank you for your friendship and companionship during the wonderful times I spent with you.
April 19, 2013
Joyce Guyer
I remember seeing Richard at my audition for Knoxville Opera. He took a photo, which was something that had never happened in any other audition, and this made him memorable. I got the job in Knoxville singing Gilda in Rigoletto, and became better acquainted with Richard, and over the years he was often there to cheer me on in performances. Thanks, Richard, for everything you've done to promote opera in this country. Your contribution of time, energy and boundless love and enthusiasm has been a meaningful contribution to this very difficult art, and makes us all realize that without our audience, we are nothing.
April 19, 2013
Catherine Moore
R.I.P.....god speed.Thinking of you all.A musical memorial will be so wonderful to celebrate your dad's spirit and musical love.
Love,Cathy and Beau
April 19, 2013
teresa mills
may god bless you at this time miss him Teresa mills
April 19, 2013
Eloise Mills
It was such a joy and privilege to have been his friend. Richard Joel was a charming, sweet man, as well as a brilliant one. Bill and I met in his class in 1958, and we were married 52 years. He was a wonderful teacher, too. He will be sorely missed.
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