DMer Richard Malcolm Dies at 61

Veteran direct marketer Richard G. “Dick” Malcolm died last Saturday at age 61 complications from lung cancer.

Malcolm worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, where he was named Executive of the Year three years ago.

“Dick was a great man and a dear friend,” said former agency executive John Harrison. “He loved life and adored his family. He also was a pretty good direct marketer and loved the business!”

Malcolm is survived by his wife Shelly, and by three children–Jeanne, Rick and Anne. He is also survived by several grandchildren.