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The Fort McMurray Public Library has announced the passing of its director, Richard Salmons, Aug. 5.

Salmons' unexpected passing comes just eight months after moving to Fort McMurray from Jackson, Tennessee.

"Richard brought to the library a wealth of experience and passion," said Jon Tupper, library chairman, in the FMPL's official release. "Richard made a lasting impact on the Fort McMurray Public Library which truly impressed our patrons and our community. In my last conversation with Richard, he also expressed to me how much he has come to love our city and our region.

"We will sincerely miss Richard. I would also express my sincere condolences to Richard's wife and family on behalf of the Board of Directors of the FMPL."

In a Dec. 2, 2011 interview with the Today following the announcement of his appointment to director, Salmons expressed his excitement at getting to work in such a "beautiful library" with a "fantastic staff."

"I'd never heard of Fort McMurray before I applied for the position, I'll be quite frank with you," said Salmons at the time, "but once my wife and I came up in September to interview with the library board, we just fell in love with the area.

"I just think it's a beautiful, beautiful country, a beautiful situation, and quite frankly, a fantastic opportunity."

The library will close at 3 p.m. on Wednesday as a private celebration of life for Salmons is scheduled for family and library staff.

- Today staff

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