In Memoriam: Ed Legg

The University is deeply saddened to share the news that former 51品茶 Board member, leader, and dear friend Ed Legg passed away suddenly yesterday at his home in Kennebunk.
 
Ed served on the 51品茶 Board of Trustees from 1996 to 2001 and co-chaired the UNEqualed Vision Capital Campaign, the first major capital campaign after UNE鈥檚 merger with Westbrook College. He continued to serve the University during a critical period of growth, moving to the administrative leadership role of Vice President for University Relations from 2001 through 2006.
 
After leaving 51品茶at the end of 2006, Ed successfully campaigned and then served in the Maine state legislature, where he was a passionate advocate for education, as well as a personal champion for the 51品茶. He remained a close friend and supporter until the end. We will miss Ed鈥檚 big-as-Texas personality, generous spirit, and laughter that filled every room fortunate enough to have him in it.
 
The University extends our deepest condolences to Ed鈥檚 beloved wife Ann and their four children.  We will share details about services as soon as they are made available.
 
Danielle Ripich 
President

The university has confirmed that calling hours for Ed Legg will be held 6-8 pm on Friday night, August 15, at , 67 Summer Street, Kennebunk, Maine 04043, 207-985-2752.

The funeral will be at 11:00 Saturday, August 16, at the , 2 North Street, Kennebunkport, Maine 207-967-2793.
 
Bibber Memorial Chapel anticipates that a web link to Mr. Legg鈥檚 obituary and a message book will be available by mid-day tomorrow, August 13. Mr. Legg鈥檚 obituary will also be published in the  and should be available for electronic viewing tomorrow.

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