Edward “Ted” von Gerichten ’78

Edward “Ted” von Gerichten ’78, of Boston; Sept. 19, after a seven-year battle with cancer. He was an attorney in Brown’s Office of the General Counsel for his entire career (1983-2013). He was a member of Brown’s men’s soccer team that reached the NCAA tournament final rounds during two of his seasons. He enjoyed sailing competitively on Narragansett Bay and giving back to the community, including coaching youth soccer. He held leadership roles in the Rhode Island Soccer Association, ultimately serving as president of Bruno United FC. He was a supporter of the YMCA, serving on the Bayside YMCA board of directors in Barrington for several years. He is survived by his wife, Carmen; two daughters, including Kristina von Gerichten ’13; and a son-in-law.