Andrews D. Black
Aspen, CO Colorado
Andrews D. Black died Dec. 29, 2010 in San Francisco.
Born in Pelham Manor, N.Y., on Feb. 19, 1922, he grew up in Colorado Springs, graduated from Taft school, 1939, and Williams College, 1943.
He served in World War II in the 10th Mountain Division and founded Denver Country Day School, 1953, now Kent Denver School.
He married Kay Eppich in 1948; she survives him along with their daughters, Deborah Black, Katherine Black and Courtney Carpenter; and grandchildren Ann and Ross Carpenter.
Andy was a long-time vacation and summer resident of Aspen (1961-’86) who served on the 10th Mountain Division Hut Association’s board of directors in the start -up years (early 1980s) and on Aspen Country Day School’s board.
A memorial service will be held April 14, 4 p.m. at Anschutz Theatre, Kent Denver School (see below).
Contributions may be made to Andrews D. Black Scholarship; Kent Denver; 4000 E. Quincy; Englewood, CO 80113 (telephone 303-770-7660) or 10th Mountain Division Hut Association; c/o Ben Dodge, director; 1280 Ute Ave. suite 21; Aspen, CO 81611 (telephone 970-925-4554).
Conservationists urge the public to disinfect all river gear after use, including waders, paddle boards, and kayaks
Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) such as zebra mussels, rusty crayfish, quagga mussels, New Zealand mud snails, and invasive aquatic plants have already caused lasting damage to rivers and lakes across the state.
