Good morning brothers.
We lost a brother this week named Rich Egan. In the end, I think we’ll be known for a lot of things… the family we raised, the career we had, the friendships we were blessed with… Lord willing for a little good we did in the world. Judging by the brothers who asked to have this posted, Rich was a great brother. He is definitely missed by some quality men.
I believe the note below was written by Ben Comm.
Lost a great man yesterday. Rich Egan, aka “Egish.” Brother, friend, and cohort in craziness during the late 70’s and early 80’s. A cancer survivor, great athlete, father, and grandfather, Egish was a roommate at the Cullowhee Hilton and later in an apartment under the original Cullowhee Café.
Over the last few years Rich’s health deteriorated maybe due to radiation/chemo-therapy treatments after his brain cancer diagnoses in the late 80’s. He suffered in the end, but I will remember him as one of the strongest men I knew.
We had some unbelievable fun times in college. We even studied sometimes and graduated together in 1983. Rich was also a generous soul and would do anything for his friends.
Rich did not want a funeral so the family will be hosting a Celebration of Life in April close to his birthday.
We love you Egish!! Rest in Peace.
BZ Alumni Association 