— with Paul and Elizabeth some time in the late 90's

When I think of Beth, I think of her laugh. The last time I saw her was in LA, decades after our years in NYC. I was so impressed then, as I am now, with her theatrical accomplishments and her indomitable spirit, her gumption and her yoga. Sorrow for such a loss sounds so empty, but then again, the space she left is capacious, so maybe emptiness is all that can be expected. Wishing her loved ones peace and gentleness. 

Elizabeth was a wonderful actor who I had the privelege of working with twice in our Chicago years and later through the actor's center in New York. I remeber her now whenever I walk through Park Slope, Brooklyn. I recall helping her drive her moving truck from Chicago to NYC. Later she was a constant help when I moved to the city myself. In fact she was one of the first people I called when I landed after moving here. She was incredibly kind, encouraging and helpful to me. I'll never forget that.

My heart goes out to everyone who was lucky enough to know Elizabeth Rich. I met her in 2013 While doing Good People. And she was so Good in every way. My mother passed away unexpectedly during the Run and I never would have survived without her love and care and humor and comfort. She remained in my life as a friend and counselor. Never too busy to lend an ear or   make me laugh harder then I ever thought possible. I was devastated to hear she had passed. Far too soon, far too young and definitely far too suddenly. I think of her every day and I think I always will. Please rest in peace my darling darling girl. I love you and I will miss you for the rest of my life.

Good People

My wedding

Beth came to my post-wedding party. This was the last time we saw each other.

Dear Lisa and all of Elizabeth's family and loved ones- I'm so very sorry for your loss and was so sad to hear that my childhood friend, "Beth" had died so young and so unexpectedly. Our paths hadn't really crossed for many years, but I remember her from such a young age, so talented, funny, clever and intelligent.. she was very full of promise. She knew from childhood that she wanted to be an actress, could recite Shakespeare with emotion beyond her years. I remember how much she adored her grandma, who I was lucky to meet and spend time with. And how very much she loved her dad, Bill, sister Lisa and brother, David. So, so many years ago. My mom, Kari, is also very sad at this news and we all send our heartfelt condolences. Much love, Liz (Hoover) Lampert, NYC