Richard Hollingsworth
August 6 1951 - December 24 2018
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Thursday January 3rd 2019 3-7 p.m.
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
Services:
Funeral
Friday January 4th 2019 at 11:00 am
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus
, Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Richard "Rich" Hollingsworth, 67, of Dublin passed away on Christmas Eve. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Timson Hollingsworth and his father, Clark Hollingsworth; grandparents, Grace and Edward Timson; great aunt and uncle, Mary and Phelps Singleton, all of Columbus; mother-in-law, Maria J. Sanchez of Dublin. Rich is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Elsie M. Sanchez; sister, Linda Hollingsworth; aunt, Jean Grubb and cousin, Sharon Grubb; father-in-law, Mario E. Sanchez; brother-in-law, Mario (Kay) Sanchez; nephew, Mario Sanchez; nieces, Marisa (Shawn) Stauffer and Miranda (Matt) Guth; and five great nieces and nephews. Rich earned a J.D. from Capital University Law School and a B.A. from Ohio State. Throughout his long career at The Ohio State University, Rich was deeply dedicated to student success. He joined Student Life in 1973 as a Program Assistant, creating what is now the Office of Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services. He retired as Vice President for Student Life in 2008. His focus was on building the next generation of leaders, through workshops, teaching courses in leadership, and coaching and engaging students and staff every day. Rich helped build constituency-based programs and services now housed in the Student Life Multicultural Center. Rich was a long-time advisor to Undergraduate Student Government, OSU NAACP, Mortar Board Senior Class Honor Society, and Ohio Staters, Inc. service organization. He remained a mentor and friend to many students and young colleagues long after they left Ohio State. Thousands of students remember Rich speaking at Convocation where he put on many different hats to explain what awaited them in college. Families will remember Rich welcoming them to each Commencement ceremony. Rich was a kind and giving man who always thought of others. He was an innovator and change agent, always creative, encouraging, and ready to help. He loved life, cooking, woodworking, and gardening. He will be greatly missed by his family whom he loved dearly and by his beloved Elsie. JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME is handling the arrangements. The family will receive friends Thursday, January 3 from 3-7 p.m. at the funeral home, 1177 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus where the funeral will be held Friday, January 4 at 11:00 a.m., with burial to follow at Union Cemetery, 3349 Olentangy River Road.
The Richard A. Hollingsworth Student Leadership Fund at The Ohio State University Foundation supports programs and activities within the Keith B. Key Center for Student Leadership and Service. You can leam more and make a gift at go.osu.edu/Hollingsworth.
Condolences for Richard Hollingsworth
From : Jim and Anne Murrin
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 27th 2018
Dear Elsie
We are so sorry to hear of Rich’s passing. You were such a loyal supporter to him. We are here for you during this difficult time.
Love,
Jim and Anne
From : Art and Barb Vogel
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 27th 2018
Very saddened to hear about Rich’s passing. So sorry for your loss. If we can help please let us know.
From : Elizabeth Watters
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 27th 2018
Elsie:
I am so sorry for your loss. As you know, he was a wonderful teacher, mentor, advisor and friend to so many Ohio State students. I could not have asked for a better faculty advisor when I was a member of Ohio Staters, Inc. He change my life and career path, and it is because of him that I went onto law school and became an attorney. And, I know how much he loved you. I remember the Stater retreat/meeting at his house when he introduced you to us as his fiance and how happy he was. That is how I will always remember him -- as someone who brought out the best in students, who quietly listened to them before imparting pearls of wisdom that kept them on the right path, and who loved his life with you.
From : Sue Mayet
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 27th 2018
Just read of the sudden passing of Rich. I will always remember him during my tenure at Ohio State - he was a wonderful kind human being who cared deeply about his students and staff. My thoughts & prayers go with you and your family during this very difficult time.
From : Marty Kendall
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 28th 2018
Oh Elsie I am so sorry to hear this.My arms are around you tight
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Date: December 28th 2018
Our deepest condolences to Elsie and family. We both served on the Student Affairs Diversity Council with Rich many years ago, where we held one of our retreats in your beautiful home. Rich will always be remembered for his kind heart and generosity in his service to OSU. We will not forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bryan and Brenda Harris
From : Deb Zabloudil
To : Elsie
Date: December 28th 2018
I remember Rich from my Intro to Student Affairs class atOhio State. I could tell how much he loved his job, all the students, and life in general. I know he will be missed. Thank you for sharing Rich with us!
From : John Karras, Ph. D.
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 28th 2018
Dear Elsie,
I am so saddened to learn that Rich passed. He was a true mentor to me and to my good friend Dr. John Noftsinger (RIP). He was one of the most real, funny and caring people I have ever met. He cared about students more than 98% of those I worked with in the profession over 25 years. He helped me learn and grow. His life touched many. Many blessings to you.
From : Jane Hamblin, Mortar Board National Office
To : Elise Sanchez
Date: December 29th 2018
On behalf of the National Council of Mortar Board, I send deepest sympathy for your loss. Rich was a person who lived Mortar Board's Ideals of scholarship, leadership and service every day of his life. We were proud to claim him as a member.
From : Pat Doust & Richard North
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 31st 2018
Our thoughts are with you. Rich left such a positive mark on academia. Peace.
From : Spence Flournoy
To : Elsie Sanchez
Date: December 31st 2018
For some reason I didn't know Rich, I graduated in March 1972 and was an active Stater to the end. Condolences to your family. He sounds like a giving and loving person who embodied the Ohio Staters ethic.
From : Nancy Johnston Wahl
To : Elsie
Date: January 2nd 2019
Dear Elsie: My deepest sympathy for your loss of Richard. He was spectacular in so many ways. So kind and generous. He was like a brother to me when I was growing up. My dad mentored him, and he mentored me. He was so creative, engaged and intelligent. The world is a better place because of him and I am a better person. I think of him often. When we were young and life seemed it would go on forever, he asked that when he died, we all bring the stained glass windows he made us and display them. Those windows are now permanently installed in the walls of my home. I wish I could tear them out and bring them. Much love to you.
From : Gregg Peace & Kevin Milstead
To : Elsie
Date: January 4th 2019
Elsie- we are so sorry for your loss. Gregg and I are out of town, but are thinking of you and sending you all our love.