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June 25, 2006

Farewell to the Chief Justice

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I was saddened to read that Larry Elder's mother, Viola, passed away June 13, after suffering a heart attack. A regular guest on his radio show, Mrs. Elder reminded me a lot of my late grandmother; both women retained a sharp mind and incisive wit right up until the end.

Larry's mom would talk politics with her son, providing an authentic, non-Hollywood voice to the show, swiftly gaining popularity with audience. I know whenever I heard her voice, it brought a smile to my face.

The obvious love and respect in Larry's voice when he spoke to and about his mother was something to behold, and it's strange to think we'll no longer hear her on Friday afternoons, serving as a counterpoint to her ever-so-opinionated son.

He wrote a nice tribute to her here.

Perhaps Larry will be able to talk his dad into coming on the show; it'd be nice to hear from the Associate Justice.

Posted by Mike Lief at June 25, 2006 01:34 PM | TrackBack

Comments

Larry's mom seemed to be a strong and terrific lady. Not to mention, a great role model.

I happened to tune in on the day of Larry's return and he talked about how it happened. Viola collapsed in the backyard early in the morning. Larry got a call from his father. Then the confusing journey with the life support and having to contact all her friends, overwhelmed by it.

I believe she was in ICU for a day and did not linger. From what Larry has said, that was her preference over tubes and wires.

A really terrific lady. Larry is lucky to have his audience appreciate her, too.

Posted by: Vermont Neighbor at June 26, 2006 11:13 AM

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Larry, and the way he treated his mother, is the best tribute to her possible! RIP, Chief Justice. You will be missed.

Posted by: Thin Ice at July 2, 2006 06:17 PM

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