Birth date: Feb 25, 1933 Death date: Jan 24, 2021
Richard Jay Elliott passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021. He had lived in Covington, LA for 15 years. Richard came to New Orleans in 1966. He was born on February 25, 1933 in New London, CT to the late Ira J. Elliott and Conche Read Obituary
I worked with Dick at UNO for many years. When I was a department chair, he was my graduate coordinator. I always sought out his wise advice and valued opinions. His wisdom and wit made my job easier. He was beloved by his many students.
He was a great friend and colleague for almost 30 years. He was one of a kind-even as a twin. I miss him.
Louis V Paradise
I don't even know where to start. I've had you on my mind these past several days. There were so many things I wish would have said to you again before now, like simply telling you how much I truly loved you. I've known you almost my entire life, since 15 years old. I'm 53 now. So many beautiful memories. I was blessed to call you dad during 20 of those years. You always remained a huge part of who I am today. The intelligent advice, those crazy stories that always had a meaning at the end. Somehow always you trying to teach me something. You were always teaching and educating those around you. Your humor was one of a kind. Your deep devotion to Ann, Ron & Tim. Later on your world was blessed with 3 beautiful grandkids, Nick, Catherine and Amanda, that lite up your life whenever around them. I could go on and on about you, so many special qualities. Thank you for being such a huge and wonderful part of my life. To the entire Elliott family, including my daughters, I am truly sorry for your loss. We will all miss Gramps, his favorite name, more than anything. I love every one of you more than life itself. Sharon E
I was in several classes that Dr. Elliott taught at UNO in the 1960s. In addition to being a learned scholar, he was an excellent, enthusiastic, and humorous teacher. Prayer for peace and comfort to his family.
You were with me during most of the important and stressful events of my life. I always could count on you for treasured advice delivered with a smile and ending in laughter. You always, always enjoyed my food. You were a joy to cook for during my learning years. I think my favorite part about you was how you were with Nick, Catherine, and Amanda. You enjoyed your role as Gramps, I think most, of all your accomplishments. We certainly enjoyed watching you read, play piano and even sing to the kiddos. You were in the floor with them with new toys. Goodness what fun you were with them. Your IQ was off the charts, but you always made everyone feel ok and good about themselves. You will be missed terribly. I love you Dr. E. I wish I could have made you just one more snack, and told you just how much you meant to me. Jill
I feel so sad for Ann, Ron and Eve! I only knew him for a short time but I felt like I knew him longer. He was a great man. I enjoyed talking to him. He will me missed.
My Condolences Ann, Ron Tim and Eve.and to the many in the family I have not met.
I will miss Dick’s wonderful way. He was a true mentor for me in my knowledge
Of the Bible . His friendship was real.
He will always be thought of as a friend
In Jesus.
David McDonald
Dianne sends her Love
Dick was a longtime friend and colleague at UNO. His contributions to students and faculty made the university a better place. He will be missed greatly by many. Our sincere condolences go out to his family.
Inez H. & Raphael Cassimere, Jr.
What a loss. I have such wonderful memories of the Professor and his remarkable knowledge of the Bible. In my experience, an awful lot of brilliant people are short tempered. Not the Professor. He was a very amiable, patient of other's views and soft spoken person. What a pleasure it was to know him.
He will be missed.
Jack Greene
