Tom Hitzroth, New President for the Redmond Historical Society

"History is Happening in Redmond!"

Excerpts from President Judy Lang's (on right) remarks in the "Redmond Recorder", January 2008 newsletter:

"It is with great pleasure I pass the gavel to our new president, Tom Hitzroth.

Tom (on left) is not a newcomer to the Redmond Historical Society or the preservation of
history. He has served on our board since 2002, and leads walking tours through old
downtown. Tom is currently serving on the City of Redmond Landmarks and Heritage
Commission, and the Kirkland Heritage Society. He is also researching the murder of James Colman in 1890.

Tom’s involvement in Eastside history began in 1992 as president of Marymoor Museum. Later he served on the board at Issaquah Historical Society. Some of his past historical research includes the Tosh homestead, Redmond Meat Market, and the murder of Letitia Whitehall. We are fortunate for all the folks like Tom who are interested and willing to spend their time keeping our history alive. Thank you Tom!"

This Saturday's society event was a tribute to Larry Nelson, "Captain Radio" (October 1937 -November 2007) and native of Redmond. Larry passed away on November 29, 2007 after a battle with lung cancer. Larry excelled in tennis a loved golf and polishing his 'ole luxury car. Larry loved music and sang a few years with his band, the "Shades". He attended "Everett Community College".
Larry moved from Kirkland to Redmond as a baby when the population was less than 500; and left our world the "radio legend" from KOMO 1000. He is fondly remembered during Husky games talking it up on KOMO at football tailgate parties. He took his show around the world - to Australia, Paris, Calgary, Berlin, Spain and yes, Redmond "Derby Days"! Larry is survived by his wife, five sons, and daughter-in-law Maggie.

Redmond celebrated Larry's contributions at the January 12th Redmond Historical Society meeting with stories from friends, relatives, and a slide show from Miguel Llanos.

A Special Guest that day was In-coming MAYOR John Marchione
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2008 Executive Board
Tom Hitzroth President
Chris Himes Vice-President
Miguel Llanos Vice-President
Joanne Westlund Treasurer
Margaret Wiese Corresponding Secretary
Beryl Standley Recording Secretary
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