Dr. Arthur Allen Few, Jr.

Posted on: December 7th, 2022

Dr. Arthur Allen Few, Jr.  passed away peacefully in his sleep after a long struggle with multiple medical issues,  on Dec. 3 at his home in Gold Hill. He was 83.  Arthur and Joan built their house in 1995 and have been year long residents since 2008.  Arthur taught atmospheric physics at Rice University in Houston between 1979 and 2008 when he retired as  Professor Emeritus.  He continued to observe and study the weather and atmospheric conditions of the Rocky Mountains.   He was internationally recognized as an authority in Atmospheric Science and electricity, and traveled extensively attending scientific meetings, presenting scientific papers and lecturing.  He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joan, 3 daughters, 6 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.  He also loved to play Bocci and dance at the Inn.  There will be a “Celebration of Life” next summer.