Richard Hayden Gentry (November 16, 1933 - November 25, 2018), beloved husband and father, passed away at age 85. Born in Dodge City, Kansas, Richard grew up in Colorado, and has lived in Northern Virginia since 1960. He was a writer, an avid debater, and loved a good ski run, photography, and playing tennis.

He is survived by his wife Jean Blair Gentry; his children Richard (Joanne) Gentry and Jennifer (Joseph) Baker; four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and his brother, Donald Gentry (SPHS '54).

He was a good man and will be missed.

The Washington Post, December 1, 2018