The Passing of Eric Tietze '03

 It is with a heavy heart that we relay the news that a member of our ski family, Eric Tietze '03, died in a climbing accident at Grand Teton National Park on Thursday, July 12th.  Eric was a longtime Bridger-Teton National Forest employee who had worked 10 seasons on the forest’s trail crew. 

We read an email from Peter Leonard, who described Eric as the "consummate adventurer, finding adventure around him no matter the locale."  Peter recounted several stories of their time together.   He concluded by saying:  "We lost a great man on Thursday, but it seemed he was so true to himself and in choosing a path that fit him in his too short years with us.  I have immense respect for that authenticity, and I'm glad we got to share the times we did."

If you would like to be in contact with Eric's parents or long-time girlfriend, here are the addresses:

Chris and Becky Tietze

4453 E Hagoth Circle

Salt Lake City, UT 84124

 

Zinnia Wilson

1147 Stratford Avenue

Salt Lake City, UT 84106