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Remembering Ed Waggener: Farewell To A Friend

By Robert Ellis

My regret is I only got to know Ed just these last few years. I think he and I had a somewhat kindred spirit, separated only by our varied ages. The last few phone calls I had with him, he would apologize for taking up so much time. Little did he know I was thoroughly enjoying our conversations; from photography, business growth for Columbia (he had a big heart for Columbia), to his early years in the newspaper business. We had planned, but could never firm up a date, of traveling around the countryside looking for photo opportunities. Now that will never be.

I have benefitted, not so much monetarily, but inspirationally, from Columbia Magazine's willing and readiness to publish my photos. Oftentimes I confided in Ed I felt like I was "flooding" his site with my pics, and he would always remind me my pics were always welcome and at whatever frequency I wanted to send them in would be fine. He (I think) was one of my biggest fans. I understand now by publishing other contributing photographers, as well as mine, Ed was inspiring others to get out and enjoy the world of photography...of which he had a passion for.

I will miss those phone calls, and trip we didn't take. My prayers are for Ed's Family during this time of sorrow.




This story was posted on 2018-09-25 06:33:19
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