ED Denson Memorial & Family Expenses

MaryAlice Denson authorized Emily Wood and Darryl Cherney to put on a memorial for her late husband, our beloved ED Denson, as well as to donate any extra funds to KMUD Radio, where ED programmed music and civil rights shows for 37 years. His shows included Don't Get Trouble on Your Mind and The Rights Show. Here's the announcement:

A community gathering to remember ED Denson (Eugene C. Denson) will take place on Saturday September 28th from 2-7pm at the Southern Humboldt Community Park, 1144 Sprowel Creek Road, Garberville. Follow the signs for “ED.” As part of the “Food & Flowers Potluck,” attendees are encouraged, but not required to bring main dishes, sides, salads, appetizers, desserts, beverages bouquets and memorabilia to share.

The gathering is hosted by MaryAlice Denson and Environmentally Sound Promotions. Volunteers are needed for set-up, clean-up, and help during the gathering including the Friday before and the Sunday after.

There will be time for sharing memories and tributes, along with musical entertainment by Barry “The Fish” Melton, Camo Cowboys, the Funnicators, and Darryl Cherney. Archival recordings of ED’s own “Don’t Get Trouble on Your Mind” KMUD radio show recordings will be played. All food and drinks are donated by attendees, and will be offered at no charge. Donations will be accepted for funeral costs, memorial costs and for KMUD, ED’s beloved radio station where he was an original programmer for 37 years. Bringing photos and memorabilia is encouraged. Directions: From Garberville, follow Sprowel Creek Rd, take the Community Park exit at 1144 Sprowel, then follow the “Memorial” signs to parking.

Eugene “ED” Denson was a beloved Southern Humboldt music producer, activist lawyer, all around public figure, and devoted husband to his ‘sweetie’ MaryAlice. He will be fondly remembered for his witty writings, legal acumen, selfless community service , and love of great music. Please join us on 9/28 from 2-7 to celebrate this community treasure.