Birth date: Dec 17, 1943 Death date: Mar 2, 2014
Richard Patrick Callaway passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2014 at the age of 70. Beloved husband of Dana Falgout Callaway. Loving father of Dena Callaway Grosart and Erin Callaway. Son of the late Marie Louise Madison Callaway and Read Obituary
Dana,I read Rick's obituary in the Plaquemines Gazette today and wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. His memories will live forever in your heart.
Uncle Rick- you mean so many things to so many different people, you were truly a person who lived for the moment and gave freely of yourself. Thank you for your generous spirit, your love, and your inspiration- we will miss you and love you always- DeeDee/ Donna Shepherd
Rick Callaway was good friend and mentor to me when I started my teaching career in Jefferson Parish. He modeled in both passion and attitude how to be a good leader in the classroom and I continue to utilize the advice he gave me on a daily basis. My sincerest condolences go out to the family he spoke of so often with affection.
Mr. Callaway was a gem. Like many, I had the great privilege of having him as an art teacher at East Jefferson high school. The door to his classroom was always open, and his passion, charisma, and sense of humor were second to none. He will be missed by many former pupils and colleagues. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Mr. Callaway was my art teacher at East Jefferson. He truly was an inspiration to us all. He taught us all so much more than just art and I can say I felt privaledged to have had him as a teacher. He spoke highly of his family and he was just an awesome man. I am so sorry to hear he has passed but I feel as though we have gained a guardian angel in heaven. My condolences to his family... He was always so proud of you always. You all are very lucky to have had such a great person in your life. He will always be in my thoughts when I paint!
Mr. Callaway was my art teacher ten years ago at East Jefferson High school. He truly was an amazing person, and I know I am one of the many people he inspired not only with art but most importantly, how to tackle life's problems with a positive "I can do anything" attitude. I can't even begin to express how much of an impact he had on me in high school. Because of him I know that anything I want in life can happen as long as I keep trying. I will continue to inspire others as he has done for me. Mr. Callaway will truly be missed and always remembered as an amazing inspiration. It is truly an honor to have known him.
Dear Dana & family,Jim & I are so sorry to hear about Rick.Bill & Gayle have kept us informed over the past year. We wanted you to know how much we enjoyed our trip to Mexico & San Miguel, which by the way, never would have happened for us, without Rick wanting to go back there! What a tour guild!We cant tell you how many times we thank our stars for going there with all of you,especially Rick. He was a very special guy, but then, you already know that. We just wanted YOU to know we are thinking of you at this sad time. you will miss him, but he will always be with you in your heart. SO MANY HAPPY MEMEORIES....Our sympathies,Joanie & Jim AIkens
A special and kind hearted person. I will always remember Rick with fondness. Betty Hauck Miller
Dear Dana and family, I am so very sad to hear that Rick passed away and so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Rick in the Talent Ed Program and he was a joy to work with and his students loved him. They would give up their lunch time to be in his classroom to work on their pieces and he was always there guiding and encouraging the future artists. Rick was a very talented artist in his own right and he will be greatly missed by all those who knew him. You have my deepest sympathy for a wonderful friend and outstanding teacher who work will live on through his students. May God bring comfort to you with the memories you have as you celebrate his life.
Dana, Dena & Erin, I'm so sorry to learn of Rick's passing. Such a loss! Please know that you are all in my thoughts & prayers.
