Date: 10/16/25 3:52 pm From: Gary McLarty via groups.io <hugomclag1...> Subject: Re: [inlandcountybirds] Passing of birding legend, Gene Cardiff
So sorry to hear this. Gene is truly a legend!
Gary McLarty
On Thu, Oct 16, 2025 at 11:38 AM Brad Singer via groups.io <bcsinger=
<gmail.com...> wrote:
> It is with deep regret to announce the passing of Gene Cardiff,
> essentially the father of birding in the Inland Empire, last night at the
> age of 96. Gene was not only San Bernardino County Museum bird curator,
> but teacher, mentor, conservationist, and friend to so many people
> throughout southern California. There are so many stories to be told about
> Gene, some from over 50 years ago, that I will leave this thread open to
> whomever may want to express their appreciation of his wonderful life.
> Brad Singer
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