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InMemory Friends of the University Kay Cook, Lima, OH, August 10, 2008. Kay retired from Northern after 36 years of service in the Computer Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert. Elizabeth Falzone, Cleveland, OH, April 13, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter, PH G ’31. Joseph Firszt, Lima, OH, August 9, 2008. A native of Duquesne, PA, Joseph was described as a talented composer, musician and artist. Skilled at his craft, Joseph was the youngest member of the Pittsburgh Opera Orchestra and a graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Music and Western Reserve University. He held many titles, including artistic director for the Lima Symphony Orchestra, member of the Fox Studio Orchestra, violinist with the Cumberland Trio, conductor of the Sage City Symphony and consultant to the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare. He was the founder of several organizations, including the Lima Youth Orchestra, the Strings Festival at Ohio Northern, and the Manchester Area Youth String Orchestra. He was the co-founder of the Michael Rudiakov Music Academy and a lecturer in music at Ohio Northern University from 1967-71. He is survived by his wife, Pamela. Anne (Michael) Grindle, Maumee, OH, July 6, 2008. While Attending Northern, Anne was a member of the cheerleading squad and Zeta Tau Alpha. A member of the First Presbyterian Church of Maumee, OH, Anne was a first-grade teacher for a brief time in Oregon, OH, at Jerusalem Township School. She is survived by her family and friends. Gregory Hart, Kenton, OH, September 14, 2008. A native of Kenton, OH, Greg was employed as a security guard for Ohio Northern University. He is survived by his wife, Pam. Ivan Hoghe, Van Wert, OH, August 26, 2008. A member of the Henry Solomon Lehr Society, Ivan and his wife, Nellie (Balyeat), BSBA ’39, who survives, enjoyed maintaining their farm, which had been in their family for over 150 years. Louis Helwick, Dallas, TX, February 18, 2005. A veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, Louis received a Legion of Merit award. Louis was a regional operations manager for Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. and ultimately retired after 39 years of service. His memberships included the Episcopoal Church of the Good Shepherd, First United Methodist Church in Kenton, OH, and Latham Lodge 154 A.F. & A.M. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara (Kinsey) Holycross-Helwick, AA ’37, BSEd ’43. James “Jim” Mitchell, Lima, OH, August 5, 2008. A veteran of the Army Air Corps during World War II, Jim received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma, a master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh, and a doctorate from The Ohio State University. Jim retired as a fellow engineer scientist after enjoying a 41-year career with Westinghouse Electric Corp. His work at Westinghouse earned him five patents and a Westinghouse Engineering Achievement Award, among other honors. After his retirement, Jim served as a consultant for Sundstrand Aerospace and a substitute teacher for Allen County schools for over 10 years. A member, deacon and head usher at Market Street Presbyterian Church, Jim is survived by his wife, Laura. 42 OHIO NORTHERN ALUMNI JOURNAL Virginia (Rader) Reynolds, Columbus, OH, September 21, 2008. While at Northern, Virginia was a member of the basketball team, chorus and University Singers. She enjoyed a career as a teacher, coach and counselor. A 63-year member of the King Ave. United Methodist Church, Virginia served as a choir member and Sunday school teacher. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawson. John “Jay” Stahler, Clayton, OH, June 10, 2008. Jay attended Northern as a direct result of encouragement from his high school teacher and coach, W.K. Whitehead. After attending Northern, Jay went on to enjoy a successful career as an anesthesiologist for Good Samaritan Hospital and Miami Valley Hospital. He was a member of several organizations, including the Miami Valley Golf Club, Montgomery County Scholarship Committee, National Conference for Community and Justice, United Church of Christ Commission for Racial Justice and College Hill Community Church. A lifetime member of the Henry Solomon Lehr Society, Jay was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie. Judy Tabor, Lima, OH, August 31, 2008. Judy was a cook for Ohio Northern University’s Phi Mu Delta fraternity for 29 years. Judy played piano and organ at Maysville United Methodist Church, where she was also a member of its United Methodist Women’s group. A member of the Ada Senior Citizens Group, Judy enjoyed bowling. She is survived by her husband, Larry. Gerald Vinella, North Brunswick, NJ, September 11, 2008. After attending Ohio Northern, Gerald went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in education from Newark State College. A football and wrestling coach, Gerald enjoyed a 40-year career as a history teacher for Jonathan Dayton Regional and Piscataway High Schools. He is survived by his wife, Janice. Frederick Wintzer, Wapakoneta, OH, September 23, 2008. After 46 years of service, Frederick retired as president of G.A. Wintzer & Son Co. His memberships included the Auglaize County Regional Planning Commission, Hamer Lodge 167 Free & Accepted Masons, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8445, Wapakoneta Country Club and Wapakoneta Board of Education. Frederick received several honors throughout his lifetime, including the Citizen of the Year Award by the Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce and the Wapakoneta Education Association Friends of Education Award. He was the proud recipient of two patents for a special bulk-hauling vehicle and a gas pressure tankage press. A veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II, Frederick is survived by his wife, Mary Alice (Spar), BSEd ’49. Alan Sadurski Alan Sadurski, tenured professor of chemistry at Ohio Northern University, died Friday, Aug. 22, 2008. A native of Detroit, Mich., Alan received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from Oakland University in 1971 and a doctorate from Wayne State University in 1978. His career in education included such positions as visiting professor at Miami University, graduate teaching assistant at Wayne State University, and instructor at Michigan Christian College. For 28 years, he served as a professor of chemistry at Ohio Northern. The lives he touched, the friends he made, and the students he influenced are simply immense. His devotion to Ohio Northern truly paralleled his love of teaching. Since 1996, he belonged to the American Chemical Society. His passion for music was evident in his memberships, which included Bluffton Chorale, Concentus, Lima Symphony Chorus, ONU Men’s Chorus and jazz ensemble and the Salvation Army Staff Band. Alan is survived by his wife, Gailyn, BM ’05, son, Stephen (Rachel), daughter, Anna (Greg) Heier, two stepsons, Jason and Matthew Klem, and grandchildren. Alumni 1930 ........................................................ Gayle (Riddle) Huffman, AA, Willard, OH, October 14, 2003. She was a teacher for Willard and Richmond Twp. Schools, and she ultimately retired after 44 years of service. Gayle is survived by her family and friends. 1931 ........................................................ Peter Falzone, PH G, Cleveland, OH, April 17, 2005. While at Northern, Peter was a member of the men’s basketball team. He is a lifetime member of the N-Men. A retired pharmacist, Peter was the owner of Shore Drug in Lakeshore, OH, for over 40 years. His wife, Elizabeth, passed away in April 2007. 1934 ........................................................ Georgia Shepherd, BSEd, Lima, OH, July 22, 2008. Georgia was a teacher before she opened a beauty shop in Urbana, OH. A member of the Roundhead United Methodist Church, Georgia is survived by her family and friends. 1935 ................................................. Mary (Davis) Monson, BSEd, Bryan, OH, August 24, 2008. A former firstgrade teacher, Mary enjoyed farming in Richwood, OH, with her husband, Merrit, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her family and friends. Cora (Walcutt) Swartz, AA, Chelsea, MI, October 24, 2007. In addition to receiving a degree from Ohio Northern, Cora went on to receive a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from Michigan State University. She served as the principal of Marble School for 20 years and was a Title IX coordinator for a brief time during retirement. A devoted member of Peoples Church in East Lansing, MI, Cora enjoyed being an elder, Stephen minister and teacher in the parish. Cora was preceded in death by her husband, Howard. 1938 ................................................. Gay Banes, BSEd, Canonsburg, PA, June 4, 2008. Gay began his professional career as a chemist and later went on to become and attorney. He worked for the Commonwealth of PA Claim Settlement, Department of Public Assistance, Flexcell International, William Penn Association, and he also maintained a private practice. He was instrumental in the creation of the South Allegheny School District and served the organization for 35 years. His memberships included the Allegheny Bar Association, American Bar Association, Audubon Society, American-Hungarian Foundation of War Relief, Bethlen Youth Federation, Hungarian Freedom Foundation, and Vizsla Club of America, among many others. Gay was the recipient of the Fraternalist of the Year Award by the Fraternal Societies of Greater Pittsburgh in 1987. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helene.
Elmo Hagelberger, BSEE, Huntsville, OH, August 28, 2006. While at Northern, Elmo was a member of the IEEE-student chapter and Sigma Pi fraternity. He retired from the U.S. Air Force-WPAFB after 32 years of service as a production engineer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen (Reed), BA ’32. 1939 ............................................................. Warren Martens, BSPh, Walnut Creek, CA, August 5, 2008. While at Northern, he was a member of Kappa Psi fraternity. A graduate of the Naval Academy at Annapolis, Warren was a proud veteran of World War II. After the war, Warren went on to enjoy a 27-year career with Upjohn Pharmaceutical Company. His memberships included American Vets, Kiwanis Club of Rossmoor, United States Power Squadron (founder of the Diablo Chapter), and the VFW. Warren was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis. 1940 ............................................................ Doris (Clark) Ayres, BSEd, Van Wert, OH, September 13, 2008. While at Northern, Doris was a member of Theta Phi Delta. The youngest of nine children, Doris was a native of Alger, OH. Throughout her career in education, Doris was a teacher for Upper Sandusky, Harrod, and Lincoln Junior High Schools. She is survived by her family and friends. 1941 ............................................................. George Zimpfer, LLB, Lancaster, OH, August 30, 2007. A retired attorney, George was a member of the Fairfield County Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association and VFW Post 1380. He is survived by his wife, Dollie. 1942 .............................................................. Leona (Duncan) Lowery, BSEd, Jackson, MS, July 18, 2008. While at Northern, Leona was a member of Alpha Xi Delta, Pi Kappa Delta, The Northern Review and the Debate team. After graduating from Northern, Leona went on to receive a master’s degree from Vanderbilt University. A retired teacher, Leona was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, Brandon United Methodist Church, Colonial Dames and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Leona was preceded in death by her husband, Robert. 1944 ............................................................ Ralph Walter, BSEE, North East, PA, September 2, 2008. While at Northern, Ralph was a member of the IEEE-student chapter. After graduation, Ralph went on to spend two years in the U.S. Navy, and he enjoyed a 36-year career with the Locomotive Division of General Electric as an electrical engineer. His memberships included Baker Creek Watershed Association, North East Cultural Center, North East Historical Society, North East School Board and Park United Methodist Church. Ralph is survived by his wife, Ruthanna (Vannorsdall), BA ’44. 1945 .......................................................... Hiram Holdridge, BA, Craig, CO, December 24, 2007. After graduating from Northern, Hiram went on to attend Garrett Biblical Institute. A retired minister, Hiram is survived by his wife, Florence. 1946 ......................................................... Carmen (Alvarez) Thuma, BSEd, Wesley Chapel, FL, February 6, 2008. While at Northern, Carmen was a member of Theta Phi Delta. A native of Havana, Cuba, Carmen is survived by her husband, James. 1949 .......................................................... James Walters, BA, BSPh, Sebring, FL, May 23, 2008. A veteran of World War II, James enjoyed a career as a medical doctor. He was a member of the Elks and the board of supervisors at Sun ’n Lakes Country Club. He served as an elder, finance committee member and Sunday-school teacher at First Presbyterian Church in Sebring, FL. James is survived by his wife, Joanne. Richard Welton, BSEd, Cleveland, OH, July 26, 2008. A veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, Richard retired after 30-year career as a teacher and coach. During his retirement, Richard worked as a landscaper from April to November. He is survived by his wife, Ruth. 1950 .......................................................... Norbert Davis, BSEd, Lima, OH, September 15, 2008. A veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II, Norbert enjoyed a 46-year career with the Lima City Board of Education. He was heavily involved in many organizations, including Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Dayton, Ancient Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks Lodge 54, High 12 Club 590, Lima Shrine Club, Lodge 205 F & AM, Song Masters Choral Group, and Trinity United Methodist Church. He was a member of the National Education and Ohio Education Associations. Norbert was preceded in death by his first wife, June, and his second wife, Marcella. William “Bill” Derry, BSPh, Hon. D.’01, Caldwell, ID, September 12, 2008. While at Northern, Bill was a member of chorus, Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and the football and wrestling teams. After serving with the Army Air Corps during World War II, Bill went on to graduate from Northern and work for Cheffy Drugs. He and his wife, Rondalee, who survives, opened Derry Drugs in 1953 and ultimately retired in 1990. His memberships included the Board of the Van Wert County Foundation, First United Methodist Church, Van Wert Elks Club, and Van Wert Rotary Club. He served in leadership roles for several organizations, including the Republican Party, Ohio State Pharmaceutical Association, Van Wert Heart Association, and Van Wert Junior Achievement. Bill was inducted into the Ft. Wayne Area Junior Achievement Hall of Fame and Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. 1951 ............................................................. Harry Frederick, JD, Canfield, OH, August 10, 2008. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he received three battle stars for outstanding service and went on to attend Ohio Northern. While at Northern, Harry was a member of the football team and Delta Sigma Phi. He began his professional career in the insurance industry and ultimately retired as a partner with Brennan, Frederick, Vouros & Black. His memberships included Canfield Christian Church, Canfield Kiwanis Club, Canfield Swim Club, Canfield War Vets Museum, Mahoning County Bar Association, and Ohio State Bar Association. Harry was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen. 1952 ........................................................... Bernard Retterer, BSEE, Severna Park, MD, January 12, 2008. While at Northern, Bernard was a member of the basketball team and the IEEE-student chapter. He retired from ARINC Research Inc., after 25 years of service as a vice president of engineering for the communications research company. After retiring, he went on to act as a consultant for several organizations in Washington, D.C. Bernard is survived by his wife, Mary. 1955 ............................................................ Howard Mumma, Hon. D., Tucson, AZ, December 15, 2004. Howard was a retired minster of the United Methodist Church. Robert “Bob” Tschanz, BSCE, Celebration, FL, July 16, 2008. While at Northern, Robert was a member of the ASCE Student Chapter, Alpha Sigma Phi, and Tau Beta Phi. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Bob held several positions throughout his career, including professional engineer and surveyor at Surveyors, Inc., assistant city engineer and city engineer for the city of Lima, OH, and Allen County sanitary engineer. He was affiliated with several organizations, including Allen County Mental Health Services, the Lima Symphony, and the Rotary Boys Choir. Bob is survived by his wife, Jennie. Robert C. Bolon 1956 ................................................... Harold “Pete” Vermillion, BSEd, Summerfield, FL, April 11, 2008. While at Northern, Pete was a member of the University Religious Association Council. A veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars, Pete was a retired United Methodist pastor of the Western Ohio Conference. He served several parishes, including Christ United Methodist Church in Gainesville, Pine United Methodist Church in Fort McCoy, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Ocala and USAR. Pete is survived by his wife, Jane. 1957 ................................................... John Works, JD, Silver Lake, OH, November 12, 2007. While at Northern, John was a member of Delta Theta Phi, Student Bar Association, Student Senate, and Willis Society. John received several degrees, including a BA from Brown University and an MBA and Ph. D. from Northwestern University. A veteran of the Korean conflict, John enjoyed a long career at Duquesne University before he retired as a professor of finance from the University of Akron. He is survived by his wife, Trudy. 1959 ................................................... Donald Klein, BSME, Lima, OH, September 4, 2008. A veteran of the Marine Corps during the Korean War, Donald worked in various engineering capacities for over 35 years. He ultimately retired from AlliedSignal Foundation, Inc., where he worked as a senior manufacturing engineer. His efforts in the automotive product development area resulted in several patents. Donald is survived by his wife, Joan (Meier), BSEd ’68. Robert C. Bolon, 85, died Nov. 16, 2008, in Cleveland. He served as president of the Hillier Family Foundation board, which supports the Metzger Nature Center, ONU’s nature center in Tuscarawas County. The Robert C. Bolon Academic Field Study Center, the 8,000-square-foot facility at the Nature Center, is named in his honor. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty L. (Martin) Bolon; a son, Thomas C. Bolon; a daughter, Laura A. Schaffter; and four grandchildren. A graduate of The Ohio State University, he was a retired executive from J.C. Penny Company Inc. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and recipient of a purple heart. SPRING 2009 43
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