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Grove City College in memory The Grove City College Alumni Association places a book in Henry Buhl Library in memory of each alumnus for whom the Alumni Office receives written notification of death, including a copy of the obituary. This pays tribute to the lives of deceased alumni while benefitting current and future students. To notify the Alumni Office of the passing of a loved one, please send an obituary to alumni@gcc.edu. 44 | www.gcc.edu the G ē D U N K Gertrude (Dennison) Sterrett ’31 died June 22, 2012. She taught in Beechwoods High School from 1932 to 1942 and coached girls’ basketball. She lived in Brockway, Pa., was active with her church and the Women’s Club. Surviving are a son, James Sterrett ’65, and a niece. Bernice (Hall) Proctor ’37 died July 16, 2012. The longtime Mercer, Pa., resident was an accomplished musician, taught piano lessons and played the church organ. She was an avid gardener. Surviving are three children, including Richard Proctor ’65 and Jane (Proctor ’72) Fleming; a brother; seven grandchildren; 13 greatgrandchildren and a greatgreat-grandchild. E. Nancy (Ray) Fahnoe ’40 died June 27, 2012. She and her Naval Reserve husband lived in numerous places, including Antwerp, Belgium, and later, Kinnelon, N.J. She is survived by four children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Esther (Cook) Monroe ’40 died Nov. 18, 2011. She and her husband lived in Aruba for 20 years, then moved to California. The mother of five sons, she was an avid baseball fan, loved swimming and singing in choirs, and was an active church member. Surviving are four sons, seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Jean (Black) Shearer ’40 died Aug. 7, 2012. She taught business education and led the department at the Plum Borough (Pa.) School District. She also taught in New Kensington and McAllen, Texas. She enjoyed Elder College programs and summers at Chautauqua Institution. Surviving are a daughter and two granddaughters. Dr. Earle A. Davis Jr. ’41 died Aug. 27, 2012. He had a long and distinguished teaching career at universities and hospitals, both in the United States and abroad. He authored many articles and held many professional leadership positions. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, Margaret (Hahn ’42) Davis, a sister-in-law, nephews and nieces. Juliet (McKibben) Klein ’41 died June 27, 2012. In addition to being a homemaker, she was a teacher at several schools, retiring from the Bethel Park (Pa.) public schools. Surviving are three children and six grandchildren. James W. Lary ’41 died May 23, 2012. He was a retired supervisor for Crucible Steel, Midland, Pa., and ran the Mackall Tree Farm in Ohio. He was an Army veteran of World War II, active church member and supporter of the Boy Scouts’ Canoe Trails. Surviving are two sons. The Rev. Gordon S. Trew ’41 died July 19, 2012, in Brazil. He was ordained and served as a missionary of the Presbyterian Church to Brazil for several decades. After retirement, he continued to teach at the Baptist Theological College and Seminary. Surviving are his wife, Ada, four children, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and two siblings. Olive (Black) Mecca ’42 died May 6, 2012. She was a retired school teacher and, after moving to St. Petersburg, Fla., was a docent at the Dali Museum and busy in her church. Survivors include a daughter, a son and grandsons. Dorothy (Gunning) Hawkins ’43 died Oct. 17, 2011. She lived in Whitehall, Pa., and is survived by three children, five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Edward M. McKee ’43 died Jan. 25, 2012. A mechanical engineer, he worked with U.S. Steel and later with Westinghouse’s nuclear and space programs. The World War II Army Air Corps veteran loved travel, coached youth sports and served his church. He also was an avid bicycler. Surviving are his wife, Myrna, son Richard McKee ’77, sister Sara (McKee ’38) Millison and nieces. David E. Walker ’43 died May 3, 2012. He lived in Fargo, N.D. Gerald D. “Jed” Householder ’44 died July 31, 2012. An Army veteran of World War II, he was in leadership with Brighton Electric Steel Casting, Precise
Metals & Plastics, Dubois Plastic and Lafayette Plastic. He served on bank and community boards in Beaver Falls, Pa., and as a trustee and session member at church. He moved to Juno Beach, Fla., and enjoyed golf. Survivors include a daughter, two grandchildren and three great-grandsons. Dolores (Vanesky) Sullivan ’45 died July 12, 2012. She taught journalism and English for 23 years at Boardman (Ohio) High School, advising the awardwinning school newspaper. In retirement, she authored William Holmes McGuffey: Schoolmaster to the Nation. Surviving are her seven children and her grandchildren. Claire (Markle) Kennedy ’46 died July 28, 2012. She first taught Spanish in Evans City, Pa., then taught math at Baden- Economy Junior High School and Ambridge High School. She enjoyed playing bridge, knitting and traveling. Surviving are three daughters and a granddaughter. Stella (Lorentz) Cox ’48 died Jan. 15, 2012. The Greensburg, Pa., resident belonged to a prayer group and helped many people in need. Surviving are two sons, sisters Betsy (Lorentz ’50) Rugh and Ann Lorentz ’53 and grandchildren. Isabelle (McCandless) Hine ’48 died Aug. 19, 2012. She lived in Charlotte, N.C., and taught special education for 20 years. A chemist, she also worked at E.I. DuPont and helped in developing polyester fiber. She loved music, taught piano and sang in several groups. Survivors include two children and four grandchildren. Jack C. Aiton ’49 died July 14, 2012. A Navy World War II veteran, he retired as manager of maintenance for General Electric of Erie, Pa., after 40 years of service. He was a past director of the Iroquois School District and was inducted into the Erie District Golf Association Hall of Fame. Most recently, he lived in Vero Beach, Fla. Surviving are his wife, Ruth, two children, a sister, five grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Elizabeth (Zimmerman) Cook ’49 died Dec. 15, 2011. A resident of Beaumont, Texas, since 1981, she was a retired administrator with Buckner Children’s Home. Surviving are her husband, James, three children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. John T. Beggs ’50 died Aug. 25, 2012. He lived in Sandy Lake, Pa., and retired after 34 years with Cooper-Bessemer. He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He loved antique cars, gardening and playing piano. Survivors include his wife, Doris, three sons, six grandchildren and two siblings. George M. Hume ’50 died June 18, 2012. A Grove City resident, he partnered with his father at Hume Insurance Agency and ran the business for more than 50 years. Surviving are five children, including son George Hume ’76; a sister; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Joseph F. Krepley ’50 died June 8, 2012. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II and an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He worked as a mechanical engineer for Alcoa, later becoming vice president and general manager of industrial products at Olin Aluminum. He lived in Oakmont, Pa. Survivors include his wife, Evelynn, four sons and four grandsons. Raymond J. Mateer ’50 died April 18, 2010. He lived near Detroit, Mich., and is survived by his wife, Joann, three children and 12 grandchildren. Mary Ruth Reitz ’50 died Aug. 31, 2012. After being a missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, she worked in accounting for the Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church and the World Council of Churches. She enjoyed 40 years of living in New York City’s Upper West Side and promoted social action. Survivors include two sisters-inlaw, nieces and nephews. James H. Strickler ’50 died April 28, 2012. He worked in radio and was recognized for pioneering efforts in cable TV. He lived in Meadville, Pa., taught high school and later college in the communications department at Allegheny College. In summers, he and his Fall 2012 wife operated Strickler’s Country Gardens, specializing in roses. He was an Army veteran and active community volunteer. Surviving are his wife, Joan, nieces and nephews. Don J.S. Henderson ’51 died July 8, 2012. He worked as a metallurgist with U.S. Steel in Canton, Ohio, later working with Burnham Corporation. After retirement, he tutored and taught math part time. He was active in his church and enjoyed gathering fossils. Survivors include his wife, Wilma; three children, including daughter Sharon (Henderson ’75) Rice; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Harold E. Kinzer ’51 died Sept. 9, 2012. He retired from Alcoa after 34 years as manager of traffic and planning. An Air Force veteran, he lived in Green Valley, Ariz., and was a church elder and avid golfer. Surviving are his wife, June, two children, five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. David N. Pryde ’51 died Sept. 12, 2012. He worked in insurance before owning Greenbaum’s Furniture in Ford City, Pa. He was both a U.S. Air Force and Army veteran. He lived in Kittanning, enjoyed golf and family time. Surviving are three children, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a sister. Dr. Howard A. Swain Jr. ’51 died June 11, 2012. A chemist, he researched basic and nuclear the G ē D U N K www.gcc.edu | 45
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