<a href="/content/steve-derwelis-63">Steve Derwelis '63</a>

<a href="/content/steve-derwelis-63">Steve Derwelis '63</a> Stephen Koch Derwelis '63 Stephen Koch Derwelis, DVM, age 84, died June 21, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Steve Derwelis was the only child of Henry Oscar Derwelis Jr. and Evelyn Koch Derwelis of Collinsville, IL. Steve chose veterinary medicine at a very early age. From age 6 through high school, he accompanied his local veterinarian on house calls. When he got to college, Steve excelled academically and made lifelong friends in his fraternity, Beta Theta Pi, and among his veterinary school classmates. Steve earned undergraduate honors at the University of Illinois, and his name was inscribed on the main library's University Bronze Tablet in 1964. Steve graduated from the University of Illinois Veterinary School in 1966 as the Valedictorian of his veterinary class. After college, Steve joined the military and attained the highest scholastic ranking in his Air Force class. He served as an Air Force Captain at the 6571st Aeromedical Research Lab at Holloman Air Force Base, in Alamogordo, NM, where he studied and cared for chimpanzees and other primates associated with NASA's early space explorations. It was also at Holloman where Steve met his wife, Lillian Bobkowski, of Los Angeles, California, who was employed observing the chimps. Steve and Lillian moved to Los Ranchos de Albuquerque in 1968 where he began a solo mixed animal practice that became North Valley Veterinary Clinic. The practice grew and employed many veterinarians, technicians, and staff over the years. Steve was one of the founders of the first Emergency Clinic for small animals in Albuquerque. In 1990, he limited his practice to horses as the owner of New Mexico Equine, Inc. He enjoyed all horse medicine, particularly surgery and evaluating lameness. He promoted continuing education while serving as President of the Albuquerque Veterinary Association, received the 2011 NMVMA Distinguished Service Award, co-founded the New Mexico Academy of Veterinary Practice, served as the Treasurer of the Veterinary Orthopedic Society, and as a member of the Board of Directors of the American Association of Equine Practitioners. When he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, Dr. D retired from handling horses and applied his expertise to racehorse consulting and radiographic evaluations. Steve enjoyed fishing, golf, tennis, hunting, college basketball, football, and, in particular, cheered for the Chicago Bears, the Illinois Illini, and the UNM Lobos. Steve enjoyed ski trips and other adventures traveling with friends and colleagues. He treasured time spent with his dogs and riding horses and mules. When unable to pursue these activities, Doc enthusiastically fought Parkinson's with friends at Rock Steady Boxing. Steve is survived by his cherished family: wife and best friend of 57 years, Lillian of Los Ranchos, NM; daughter, Natalie (Richard) Dahringer of Albuquerque, NM; son, Daniel of Fairview, TN; granddaughters, Jillian and Katherine Dahringer; and grandsons, Lucas and Andrew Derwelis. A celebration of Steve's life will be held on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., at the FRENCH - Westside reception room. All friends are encouraged to share their stories. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial donations made in Steve's name to The AAEP Foundation for the Horse, the University of Illinois Veterinary School, or Rock Steady Boxing of Albuquerque University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, 2001 S. Lincoln, BSB MC-002, Urbana, IL 61802. Rock Steady Boxing of Albuquerque, 8900 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113. <a href="https://www.frenchfunerals.com/obituaries/stephen-derwelis">https://www.frenchfunerals.com/obituaries/stephen-derwelis</a> English Saturday, June 21, 2025

1963

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/derwelis.jpg" width="143" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/joe-goleash-65">Joe Goleash '65</a> Joe Goleash '65 September 8, 1943 – January 10, 2025 Joseph Goleash, 81, of Springfield, passed away on January 10, 2025 at St. John’s Hospital. He was born on September 8, 1943 in Morenci, Arizona to Joseph Goleash and Lois Stevens Goleash. Joseph is survived by two sons: Grant Goleash and Greg (Katy) Goleash, three grandchildren: Kathryn, Jackson and Nicholas Goleash and one sister Jan (Loren) Batson. He was preceded in death by his parents. At the University of Illinois, Joe was a member of Beta Theta Pi. He graduated with a BS in Management in 1965. Joe was president of the Sigma Rho chapter during his senior year. At Illinois, Joe was active in several organizations. He was president of Ma-Wan-Da and a member of Sachem, Skull and Crescent; Delta Sigma Pi; Star Course, Y.M.C.A., Student Senate, Major Committee of Student Senate, and Freshman Seminar. He was also a James Scholar. English Friday, January 10, 2025

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/goleash2.jpg" width="162" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/kim-richmond-62">Kim Richmond '62</a> Kim Richmond '62 The following is from T.L. Eovaldi's email letting us know of KIm's passing. Dear Brothers and Sweethearts, Robert Taylor alerted me to the death of Kim Richmond. Kim died on September 20, 2024, from complications of bladder cancer. Kim was a “townie” and did not hang out with the Brothers very much. I was privileged to have spent a lot of time with Kim, particularly with the Marching Illini band. The band played at all home football games and one out-of-town game a year. Kim and I were in the band for our freshman and sophomore years. Being in the Marching Illini served as an alternative to ROTC. Kim played the saxophone, I played the Piccolo. Both of us also played in the Concert band; I played for three years, and I’m pretty sure Kim played all four years. As the obituary makes very clear, Kim was a talented and well-known musician; he made it his life’s work, his profession. If you attended any of the Class of ’62 reunions, you know that Kim and Steve Sample performed duets featuring Kim on sax and Steve on drums. Those were real treats. Other than reunions, I met up with Kim on several occasions. He came to Chicago and joined musical groups as they performed around town, once in a restaurant in Evanston. The other memorable time involved a hike in the Grand Canyon organized by Steve Sample. Chuck Kerchner was in the group that hiked down to the bottom. We stayed overnight at Phantom Ranch. On the hike back to the rim the next day, we stopped midway for rest and relief from the 117 degree heat. While we sat in spots of shade, Kim pulled out his piccolo and serenaded us with many Illini tunes. After Kim finished playing with military jazz bands, he toured with the Kenton orchestra. I was a huge fan of the Stan Kenton jazz orchestra. Kim wrote or arranged the pieces which were recorded by Kim’s orchestra on the “Artistry” CD, a magnificent tribute to Kenton. The cover photo was of a painting by Kim’s wife, Chris Zambon. Nearly all of Kim’s CDs featured Chris’s Paintings. Kim’s webite, kimrichmond.com, is worth a visit, as it has lots of photos, detailed descriptions of his recordings, and listings of his many compositions and arrangements. There are wonderful comments about Kim on the Facebook page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=kim%20richmond%20musician">https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=kim%20richmond%20musician</a> My words about the Grand Canyon hike omitted some important bits. I neglected to mention that Robert Taylor was on the Grand Canyon hike, along with his daughter Lisa, Larry Schafer, my wife Marina, my daughter Mischa, and most importantly, Chuck Kerchner's son Charles, whose strength and compassion and care enabled me to finish the grueling ascent to the rim. Robert had choice words of warning to Steve for having taken us on the hike. After showering and dinner, brotherly love prevailed. Here is the only obit I have found: Grammy-Nominated Musician Kim Richmond Dead at 84 Kim Richmond, a Grammy-nominated jazz musician and former adjunct professor in the Jazz Studies department at the University of Southern California has died. He was 84. Richmond died Friday of bladder cancer at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center with his wife of 40 years, Chris Zambon, at his side, publicist Gail Cottman said. He was primarily a jazz saxophonist and composer, but also played clarinet and flute. During his 68-year career, Richmond played with several noted musicians including Stan Kenton, Louis Bellson, Les Brown and Johnny Mandel. In the 1960s, he arranged music for film composer Lalo Schifrin, drummer Buddy Rich and fellow saxophonist Ernie Watts. In addition to his work in jazz, Richmond was a member of the classical chamber orchestra Composers Ensemble of Los Angeles and played regularly with the Pacific Symphony. He also performed as soloist with the Dallas and Riverside symphonies, among others.. He recorded 11 albums as a group leader, including 2013’s “Artistry,” a tribute to Kenton, and 2003’s “Refractions,” both of which were nominated for Grammy Awards. As a session musician, Richmond performed on more than 100 albums, Richmond taught at USC for 12 years and was also as a guest lecturer, conductor and guest soloist at college music festivals and workshops around the country including the Santa Barbara Jazz Workshop and the Northwoods Jazz Camp. For many years he was the music director for the Los Angeles Music Center’s Spotlight Awards, a local showcase for top student musicians, and was a past president of the American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers. The Champaign, Ill. native studied at the University of Illinois and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1963 to 1967 before moving to Los Angeles after his discharge. In recent years Richmond was the co-leader — along with vocalist Kimberly Ford — of the KIM-PROJECT, a tribute to the collaboration between musicians Herbie Hancock and Joni Mitchell. Cottman said a memorial service will be announced at a later date. -Kai- T.L. English Friday, September 20, 2024

1962

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/Kim_Richmond2.jpg" width="146" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/larry-schafer-62-0">Larry Schafer '62</a> Larry and Marcia Schafer Larry August Schafer, 82, and Marcia Jill Schafer, 83, of Arvada, Colorado passed away peacefully on May 6th and May 13th, 2024 respectively. They were married in Illinois on December 23rd, 1962 and were inseparable for 61 years. They shared a love of family, especially their three children and two grandchildren, animals, food/cooking, traveling, and watching and supporting their local Colorado professional sports teams. Their remarkable generosity, kind hearts, and humor will lovingly be remembered and dearly missed by the many lives they touched in their lifetime. Larry was born in Rushville, Illinois on July 6th, 1940 as the only child of August Schafer and June Brennan. Larry earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois in 1962. He then went on to medical school at the University of Washington and also served two years in the United States Army from 1971-1973 as a Major. Larry joined a shared private practice Gray, Napoli, Schafer, Kantor, and later started his own practice as well. He was a well-respected Internal Medicine/Oncology and Hematology practitioner in Wheatridge, Colorado from approximately 1977-2015. Larry also had a pivotal role in Collier Hospice. Marcia was born in Davenport, Iowa on February 10th, 1940 to Lloyd Hance and Arlene Renner. Marcia earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois, class of 1962 and became an English teacher. Marcia was a proud and loving mother to their three children, and was very active in the PTA, League of Women Voters, and also worked alongside her husband in his private practice business. Larry and Marcia are preceded in death by their parents, August Schafer and June Brennan, Lloyd Hance and Arlene Renner and brother of Marcia, Mike Hance. Larry and Marcia are survived by their three children, Douglas Schafer, Mark Schafer, and Elizabeth Schafer, and two grandchildren Karlie Schafer and Conor Schafer. A Celebration of Life will be held at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr Street, Arvada, Colorado 80004 on Friday, August 30th at 10am. A reception will follow at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities 6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada, CO 80003 at 1130am. The service will be live streamed via YouTube and also can be viewed on YouTube after the service. <a href="https://youtube.com/live/goRsiW9jyys?feature=share">https://youtube.com/live/goRsiW9jyys?feature=share</a> <a href="https://www.denverpost.com/obituaries/larryandmarcia-schafer-arvada-co/">https://www.denverpost.com/obituaries/larryandmarcia-schafer-arvada-co/</a> English Monday, May 6, 2024

1962

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/schaferlarry3.jpg" width="175" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/patrick-rea-63">Patrick Rea '63</a> Patrick Rea '63 Retired Brigadier Gen. Patrick E. Rea, who served as a Commissioner, Trustee and later Village Clerk for the Village of Tinley Park, passed away early Saturday morning at age 84 of natural causes. “Pat was a leader, a mentor, a great storyteller and, above all, a great friend with a wonderful sense of humor,” said former Tinley Park Mayor Ed Zabrocki, who served with Gen. Rea for his entire career. “He’ll be remembered as a selfless public servant who always put his community first and did everything with integrity and an old-school sense of honor.” Gen. Rea, a native of Tinley Park, was educated in Community Consolidated School District 146 schools and graduated from Central and Bremen High schools. He attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he attained a Bachelor of Science degree in economics and business, and a Master of Arts degree in economics, history and political science. He afterward attended the Army War College in Pennsylvania and received a Master of Science degree in military police and international relations. Gen. Rea was commissioned from the University of Illinois ROTC in 1963 and was deployed to Vietnam shortly thereafter. He served as an Assistant Division Commander and Acting Commander of the 85th Division in the United States Army, commanding at every level from platoon to brigade throughout his 30 years of military service. Having served throughout the United States, Asia and Europe, Gen. Rea received the 2004 Secretary of Defense Medal of Outstanding Public Service Award. Gen. Rea began his corporate and governmental career in the late 1960s, becoming a Tinley Park commissioner in 1968 while serving in the active and reserve forces of the United States Army. He was appointed as Village Trustee in 1971, becoming one of the youngest members of the Village Board in its then 79-year history. He was subsequently reelected for 10 consecutive terms as Trustee and then appointed to Village Clerk in 2009, where he served until leaving office in 2017. During his life, he also served as Grand Master of the Knights Templar. “Pat loved Tinley Park to his very core,” Tinley Park Mayor Michael Glotz said. “The welfare of our Village and the people in it were never far from his thoughts, and it showed in how passionately he served the people of Tinley Park throughout his nearly 50-year career. His guidance and leadership will be sorely missed.” During his time on the Village Board, Gen. Rea’s leadership and foresight enabled the Village to maintain economic diversity and a sound fiscal position during the largest growth period in the Village’s history. “Gen. Rea leaves behind a distinguished career of professional achievements and dedicated public service, including his many years serving our country in the Armed Forces,” said Village Manager Pat Carr, himself an Air Force veteran. “Pat was always a staunch advocate for veterans, and it was his hard work that helped establish the Village’s Veterans Commission in 1974.” During his final years, Gen. Rea was Chairperson of the Tinley Park Sister Cities Commission, which is part of a nationwide initiative to exchange ideas, develop business ties and establish friendships with communities across the world. During the 1980s and 1990s, he was instrumental in forming ties with Tinley Park’s sister cities in Mallow, Ireland, Nowy Sacz, Poland and especially in Budingen, Germany, where he maintained lifelong friends with leadership and royalty throughout his life. “His travels took him all around the world, bringing Tinley Park international recognition,” said Former Mayor Dave Seaman, who also served for decades with Gen. Rea as Village Trustee. “He was truly a worldly man who loved to make new friends and forge lasting relationships. We’ll all miss him very much.” Gen. Rea’s legacy lives on at the Patrick E. Rea Veterans Plaza adjacent to the south entrance of the 80th Avenue Metra train station, which was named in his honor and celebrates each branch of the military. <a href="https://www.tinleypark.org/news_detail_T5_R984.php">https://www.tinleypark.org/news_detail_T5_R984.php</a> English Saturday, July 27, 2024

1963

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/pat_rea.jpg" width="154" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/lucien-c-kapp-55">Lucien C. Kapp '55</a> Lucien Cyril Kapp, artist and lifelong resident of Decatur and president of Kapp, Inc., passed away April 30, 2024, in his home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick Church, 407 E. Eldorado, at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. A prelude concert of hymns and anthems will be given 30 minutes prior to the Mass, which will be offered by Father Chris Comerford and Father Don Wolford. Cremation rites have been chosen. The family welcomes all who knew Lucien to stop by his home (5 Millikin Place) the night before, May 28, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. Lucien was born in Decatur on June 25, 1933, the only child of Horace J. and Mildred (Beggs) Kapp. He married Brigitta Ursula Schallhammer, daughter of Dr. Alois and Theodora Schallhammer, in the Wahlfahrtskirche of Maria Lankowitz, Austria, on October 20, 1968. They were blessed with 55 years of loving union, which brought forth a son, a daughter, and eventually six grandchildren. He attended Mary W. French and Woodrow Wilson, where he received the American Legion School Award. Lucien graduated with the Decatur High School Class of '51 as president of the student council. He chaired the council effort that brought the first A.F.S. foreign exchange student to Decatur from Naples, Italy, in 1950. That student, Dr. Guido Guidotti, became Chairman of Microbiology at Harvard and a world-acclaimed research scientist and educator. Lucien achieved Eagle Scout rank before his thirteenth birthday. He camped across much of western Europe in the summers of 1948 and 1949 with Troop 3 under the command of Captain Albert Webber Borchers and earned the best camper medal. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in advertising design from the University of Illinois in 1955, followed by Navy duty during 1956-57 on board the U.S.S. Castor AKS 1 ported in Yokosuka, Japan. His ship had survived the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 and during his tour sustained a nighttime collision with the aircraft carrier Lexington, rode out two typhoons, and rescued survivors of the S.S. Lepus, which sank north of Luzon, Philippines. In 1959, he was awarded a Master of Fine Arts degree in painting and graphics from the University of Illinois. His last graduate year, he studied with Lawrence Calcagno, visiting artist at the university, and in 1960 he joined the faculty of Millikin University's Department of Art, giving instructions in painting and elementary design. He belonged to Beta Theta Pi fraternity, with his name added to its Wooglin plaque. The past four decades, Lucien gave much time to historic preservation causes and created an official logo for H.A.S.C. (Historical and Architectural Commission of Decatur). Logos were also designed for the Symphony Orchestra Guild and for the Decatur Choral Society (Opus 24), of which he was an early member and sang throughout its first decade. Lucien was a charter member of the Symphony Orchestra Guild. Rescue and restoration efforts include Decatur High School, Trinity C.M.E. Church, Powers-Jarvis mansion, James Millikin Homestead, Millikin Place, St. Patrick Church, the family home at #5 Millikin Place, and the Adolph Mueller House at #4. At St. Patrick, he was deeply involved with its major restoration of 2002 and sang in the choir for almost 50 years. He previously was a deacon of First Presbyterian Church in Decatur, sang in its choir for 17 years, and served on its sanctuary restoration committee in 1964. In 1974, he nominated the James Millikin Homestead for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, Decatur's first site so honored. He served the Homestead on its board as co-restoration chairperson. He was a founding member of H.A.S.C. (City of Decatur Historical and Architectural Sites Commission), serving 12 years, and was the first recipient of the Arthur Ploeger Award. He was a board member of the Illinois Association of Historic Preservation Commissions and was active in the West North Street Foundation. During the Millikin years, Lucien worked from a studio above the Varsity Theater on West Wood. Thereafter, he painted from his home studio on Millikin Place. In the 1950s and 1960s he exhibited work in the annual exhibitions of Central Illinois artists, receiving two first prizes in watercolor and one in oil painting. Three one-man shows were held in the Decatur Public Library, with single shows at the Art Center, Millikin University, and the Illini Union Gallery. From 1970 to 1973, he was represented by Oliva Associates, LTD, in New York, as gallery agent. Together with the Decatur sculptor Tibor Baron, he designed, and Tibor fabricated, a series of light fixtures in brass and stained glass based upon Prairie School motifs. His work has been featured in numerous other exhibitions and competitions, in Decatur Magazine, as well as in the book "Prize Winning Oil Paintings," in 1960. Recently his work was the subject of the book, "Der Maler Lucien C Kapp – Zwischen Mur und Mississippi." His work can also be found in several private and family collections in America and in Austria. Lucien was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Frances (Lake) Kapp; and three first cousins. He is survived by his wife, Brigitta - lovely muse to our span of grace and light; daughter, Sabrina and son-in-law Robert Hund; son, Florian and daughter-in-law Cynthia; six grandchildren: Sheldon, Sabryn, Loren, and Grayson Kapp, and Oliver and Lillian Hund; second cousin, Ned Long; and his extended Austrian family: Eva and Heinz Petanjek, Barbara and Peter Aulinger, and their families. In 2016, Lucien wrote this statement for a retrospective exhibit: "At 82 alive to creation's call for clarity and magic. Bemused, humbled in a swirl of lyrical and abstract means. I rejoice in any and all work that brings communion with a greater will." Memorials may be directed to Ss. James and Patrick Parish, James Millikin Homestead, or donor's choice. Published by Decatur Herald & Review on May 11, 2024. English Tuesday, April 30, 2024

1955

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/kapplucien1.jpg" width="145" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/gerald-l-exline-59">Gerald L. Exline '59</a> Gerald L. Exline passed away on January 9, 2024. Gerry’s first 18 years were spent with his parents, Wilbert and Myrtle, and brothers, David and Kenneth, in Moline, Illinois, before he headed to the University of Illinois to study architecture. In 1959, he married Arlene and they made their first trip to Europe. He chose Columbia University for graduate school over Harvard and Princeton because Columbia sweetened the deal with a trip to Europe, so they packed up their young family, hoped on the Queen Mary and spent four months traveling Europe. The University of Illinois offered Gerry a position as professor of architecture in the Graduate Studio. He loved teaching and mentoring as well as having summers off to explore. The first few summers of adventure were spent camping along the east coast from Providence, Rhode Island, to Key West, Florida, then we headed west. Summers spent in Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming and Idaho made a lasting impression, and in 1972 we settled in Ketchum, where he started his own firm designing homes and commercial buildings. In 1976, he was lured back to education when offered a position as the graduate instructor at Cranbrook Academy of Art. But this was short lived as the pull of the mountains was too strong, and in 1978 he moved back to Ketchum. Throughout his career in higher education, Gerald also did architectural design work for various architecture firms around the country as well as showed his art in galleries in New York, Illinois and Idaho. He eventually became the lead design architect for HNTB in Los Angeles and assisted local valley architects with design. He spent the majority of his later years on “the farm," his son Eric’s property in Meridian, working in his vast studio with wide open views of the mountains. One of his proud later projects was designing and drawing the stations of the cross, which were transferred onto glass, for Our Lady of the Snows Catholic church in Sun Valley. We urge you to stop in and take a look. Dad was greeted in heaven by his parents, youngest son Paul and ex-wife Arlene. We are are quite sure he is catching up with those that left before him, with a sketch pad, the perfect pen and a good cup of espresso. One strives for a well-lived life, and in his 86 years dad accomplished this. We love and miss you—Kelly, Eric, Shawna, Alex, Kayla, Sam and Annie. <a href="https://www.mtexpress.com/obituaries/gerald-exline/article_bb759b34-b644-11ee-b27b-9b20246bda2d.html">https://www.mtexpress.com/obituaries/gerald-exline/article_bb759b34-b644...</a> © Copyright 2024 Idaho Mountain Express PO Box 1013, Ketchum, ID | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy English Tuesday, January 9, 2024

1959

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/exlinegerald.jpg" width="181" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/george-louis-gfroerer-55">George Louis Gfroerer '55</a> George Louis Gfroerer of Atlanta, GA, passed away peacefully with his loving wife, Honey by his side, on January 9, 2024, at the age of 90. George was born in Oak Park, IL, and graduated from the University of Illinois, where he was Swimming Captain, 2-year All-American, and Most Valuable Swimmer. George met the love of his life, Honey when he was 25, and they married later that year. He was a man of deep faith, with a close-knit men's prayer group who helped sustain his life-long spiritual journey. In everything he ever said or did, George lived a life of pure goodness and grace. Everyone who knew him well will always remember his gentle nature, genuine sweetness, and loving spirit. In family life, he was an adoring father to five children, Marne (Lee) Matthews, Gaylan (Bryan) Felton, Giff (Aly), Tim (Alison Edmiston) and Terry (Kelly) Gfroerer. He was also the very Proud Poppa of 10 grandchildren, McKay (Sarah Alice) Matthews, Leah (Skyler) Nikolas, James and Neil Ryden, Bern Shen, and Quint, Colie, Bryce, Riley, and Morgan Gfroerer; plus one great-grandchild, Murph. In professional life, George was a trusted and successful salesman for Kincaid, Bell & Howell, and State Street Bank. At Bell & Howell, among over 400 salesmen, he rose to national salesman of the year. George resumed competitive swimming in retirement, clocking a national championship time in the medley relay. Throughout his life, George was especially committed to his community and beyond. He served as Cubmaster for his boys' Cub Scouts Pack and later in many roles at Christ the King, including the Stephen Ministries, Usher, and Extraordinary Minister of the Holy Eucharist at Mass and for the sick. While serving on the Board of Directors for the Salvation Army of Atlanta, George cherished coordinating bell ringers during the holiday season. He also led his family in sponsoring foster children and refugees from Vietnam and Cuba. With a heartfelt smile, George's tender love poured out to those around him, nourishing the world with kindness and care. A Celebration of Life will be held at Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta on January 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM with a reception following. For those who cannot attend in-person, the service will be live streamed: <a href="https://vimeo.com/showcase/ctkfunerals">https://vimeo.com/showcase/ctkfunerals</a>. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to The Salvation Army of Atlanta, 469 Marietta Street, Atlanta, GA 30313, (404-486-2700) or Cathedral of Christ the King. English Tuesday, January 9, 2024

1955

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/gfroerer.jpg" width="200" height="196" alt="" /> <a href="/content/clifton-neil-mcintire-jr-54">Clifton Neil McIntire Jr. '54</a> Clifton Neil McIntire, Jr. passed away November 27, 2023, after a brief illness surrounded by his family. Clif was born in Chattanooga Tennessee on November 5, 1932, to Clifton Neil McIntire, Sr., and Ellen Johannah (Weiler) McIntire. He graduated from Taft High School in Chicago Illinois, and from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing degree as part of the class of 1954. He was a member of the Beta Theta Phi Fraternity. He was also a graduate of the Securities Institute at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. While in college he married his high school sweetheart Carrol Louise Duty. Soon after graduation he began a career in sales and marketing. In 1962 he began his investment career with Hornblower Weeks by moving to Chicago, Illinois. Over the following years he would learn much about the investment business in Chicago’s financial district but longed to return to the South. In 1971 he would relocate his family with a move to Charlotte, North Carolina joining the investment firm of R.S. Dickson, Powell, Kisler and Crawford which would merge with E.F. Hutton in 1973. In 1986 Clif founded the Pinnacle Group and as CEO and Chairmen of the Board, became an Allied Member of the New York Stock Exchange. Clif would go on to serve in senior management positions with PaineWebber and later as Senior Vice President with Morgan Keegan in Charlotte. In 2009 he founded Cygnus Asset Management with his daughter Lisa McIntire-Shaw. The firm today manages financial investments for multi-generational clients from their SouthPark offices. Throughout his investment career he held many designations including NASD Series 7 & 63, Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) as well as serving on advisory broads and committees of many organizations. Over the years Clif would receive countless awards and accolades for his work in the investment securities industry. Much of his career is detailed in his recently published book titled “54 Years on Wall Street”. In addition to his successes in the financial service industry Clif was an accomplished piano player and a licensed pilot, holding commercial, multi engine and instrument ratings from the FAA. He served as usher and vestry member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Charlotte, North Carolina for many years. Additionally served as an assistant scout master with the Boy Scouts of America helping many Scouts earn merit badges in Aviation and Boating, among other awards. For many years Clif enjoyed assisting the Salvation Army with their annual Red Kettle Champaign. One year during the height of the Christmas shopping season an acquaintance, surprised to see Clif wearing the Army’s traditional “Red Apron” and ringing the well-recognized hand bell, approached the very successful stockbroker and solemnly asked “what happened?”. Clif jokingly stated, “I’m just catching up on my community service” but before he could explain in earnest the man responded by handing Clif a folded $100 bill and saying, “I pray things get better for you and your family”. Clif was at a loss for words but managed to thank the man while placing the money into the red kettle and wishing him a Merry Christmas just as the man disappeared into the crowd of shoppers. Clif also owned Brigadoon Farm in Waxhaw, North Carolina where for many years he raised registered polled Hereford cattle. The farm was named for the Scottish folk legend of Brigadoon a mythical village in the Scottish Highlands. Clif earned his United States Coast Guard captain’s license and spent many years sailing his long-range trawler yacht named Carrolu II between Charleston, South Carolina, and the Bahamas. Often wintering at Green Turtle Cay in the Abaco Islands. Clif and his wife Carrol spent much of their recent years in the “Highlands” area of their home state of North Carolina, in the small town of Flat Rock. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Clif and his wife Carrol boarded a cruise ship in Buenos Aires on a ten-day cruise around South America’s Cape Horn to the planned destination of Santiago Chile. The cruise was extended after it was refused dockage in Chile and at several other South American ports. Then after travelling an additional 5,482 miles, they finally docked in San Diego California after unexpectedly spending more than a month at sea. Clif was preceded in death by his father Clifton Neil McIntire, Sr., and his mother Ellen Johannah Weiler McIntire, brothers-in-law Dennis Dale Duty, Dr. Richard W. Brown and sister-in-law Lois Arlene Duty Brown. He is survived by his wife of 71 years Carrol Louise Duty McIntire and brother Roger McIntire and his wife Eileen. Sons, Christian Duty McIntire and his wife Ellie, Brent Richard McIntire and fiancé Elsa, her daughters Hannah and Grace, Todd Roger McIntire and his wife Susan, daughter Lisa Ellen McIntire-Shaw and her husband Lynn Trusty Shaw. Grandchildren; Taylor and his fiancé Montana, Heath and his wife Kayla, Patrick and his wife Leah, Megan, Sean, Lynn, Jr. and wife Krystal; Brit and her husband Blake; Stephanie and her husband Scott. As well as nephews Bill and Bob, and nieces Pam, Jennifer, and Donna. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Matthews Glen, Willowbrook and countless others for their round-the-clock assistance, kindness and wonderful care that was given to Clif in his final days. A Funeral Service will be celebrated 2 pm Monday December 4, 2023, at St. John’s Episcopal Church 1623 Carmel Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226 with the Rev Marty McCarthy and Salvation Army Major David Waite officiating. Interment will be immediately following the service at the Forest Lawn East Cemetery 3700 Forest Lawn Drive Weddington, NC 28104. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial gifts may be made to the David B. Adams M.D. Endowed Chair / MUSC Foundation, 18 Bee Street, MSC 450, Charleston, SC 29425 or online at <a href="https://muscday.org">https://muscday.org</a> Program: Dept of Surgery Fund Designation: David B. Adams, M.D. Chair. English Monday, November 27, 2023

1954

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/mcintire.jpg" width="200" height="196" alt="" /> <a href="/content/dennis-gorman-64">Dennis Gorman '64</a> Dennis W. Gorman, age 82, of Quincy, died peacefully Tuesday morning, June 25, 2024 in Blessing Hospital. Dennis was born June 16, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Wayne and Norma (Laney) Gorman. He graduated from Quincy High School in 1960, attended Washington University in St. Louis, and then graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 1964. He was a member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity. In 1967 he earned his juris doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law and was admitted to the Illinois Bar. Later he was admitted to the Missouri Bar. On June 27, 1964, he married Barbara Keller at the Lutheran Church of St. John in Quincy. This week they would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Barb survives. For fifty years, Dennis practiced law in Quincy, beginning in 1967 in a partnership with Ira C. Pierson. He served as city attorney and then became an assistant state’s attorney, a part-time position, while building his private practice in banking, real estate, probate, and small corporations. He then began a lengthy career as a school lawyer, first for Quincy Public School District #172 and then for several other public school districts in West-Central Illinois, Culver-Stockton College, and Quincy University. He was a lecturer in school law at Quincy University for several years. After practicing law in various other partnerships, he joined the law firm of Schmiedeskamp Robertson Neu & Mitchell LLP in 1995 and remained there through his retirement in 2017. He was particularly grateful and honored to work there with his son and law partner, Brett K. Gorman. Dennis was a member and past president of the Adams County Bar Association and the Quincy Country Club. He served for forty-nine years as a member of the Board of Directors of State Street Bank. Boy Scouts, its life lessons, and the outdoors were among Dennis’s greatest passions. He was an Eagle Scout and was selected to represent Illinois for the Boy Scout Report to the Nation in 1960 in Washington D.C. While having lunch with the United States Supreme Court justices during the trip, a justice suggested Dennis might consider practicing law. Dennis served on the Executive Board for the Mississippi Valley Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He championed the Friends of Scouting annual fundraising campaign for many years. He was featured by the Scouting magazine in 1981 for his service, received the Silver Beaver Award, earned the James West Fellowship Award, and was also honored with the Scout’s Distinguished Citizen Award. Dennis was a lifelong member of Faith Presbyterian Church. He served numerous terms as an Elder and engaged at the national level on Presbyterian church matters. In addition to Scouts and his faith, Dennis enjoyed hiking, biking, and traveling with his wife and family, trout fishing, and golfing. He also valued greatly his youthful summers visiting his family in Cook Station, Missouri. Survivors in addition to his wife are his daughter, Wendy (Tim) Koontz of Quincy; daughter-in-law, Debbie Gorman of Quincy; five granddaughters, Megan (Jackson) O’Connor of Quincy, Alice Gorman of Chicago, Illinois, Madelyn (Matthew) Dean of Orlando, Florida, Kate Gorman of Denver, Colorado, and Anne Gorman of Orvieto, Italy; a great granddaughter, Charlotte O’Connor of Quincy; a sister Carol (Gregory) Alster of Morton, Illinois; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bill and Lynda Keller and Dennis and Marianne Cashman, all of Quincy; as well as several nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws, Bill and Margaret Keller, and his son Brett. Services: Visitation will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 28 at Faith Presbyterian Church in Quincy. The funeral will be held in the church at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 29, with Dr. Tom Dickerson and Rev. Kevin McGinnis officiating. English Tuesday, June 25, 2024

1964

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/gormandennis1.jpg" width="154" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/doug-mills-62">Doug Mills '62</a> PEORIA - Douglas Culver Mills, 84, of Peoria and Jupiter, Fla., formerly of Champaign, passed away peacefully at 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria. Doug was born March 31, 1940, in Galesburg, the son of Culver C. Mills and Betty Gene Balsley Mills, and was the eldest of three children. As the son of two physical-education teachers, Doug spent most of his time participating in anything sports related and quickly honed his athletic skills. At Galesburg High School, Doug was an all-state athlete in both football and basketball and was named to the All-American Basketball Team his senior year. In Galesburg, he met and later married his high school sweetheart, Linda Morrison, on Sept. 19, 1964. Prior to her death in 2006, Doug and Linda shared an incredible partnership and marriage of 42 years. One of their favorite pastimes and hobbies was traveling extensively, which included a year abroad in Switzerland. After graduating from Galesburg High School in 1958, Doug started at the Univerity of Illinois on a football scholarship. After arriving on campus, Doug decided his love of basketball was too great and switched his scholarship, joining the basketball team and earning two letters as a guard for Harry Combes' crew. His favorite basketball memories were playing against Bobby Knight and his NCAA champion Ohio State Buckeyes. Ironically, Doug had his greatest athletic success on the baseball diamond playing for coach Lee Eilbracht. Doug was a two-time all-Big Ten pitcher from 1960-62, compiling an 18-1 record and leading the Illini to the 1962 Big Ten baseball title. He pitched a no-hitter against Wisconsin in 1961 and was named to the second- and third-team all-American honor squads in his final two seasons. Doug still ranks second in Illinois history in career winning percentage as a pitcher. During his senior year, Doug rejoined the football team as the starting punter and backup fullback. Doug had a distinguished athletic career at the UI, becoming a three-sport letter winner and earning a total of six Varsity "I" letters in football (one), basketball (two) and baseball (three) and in 1962 was the Dike Eddleman Illinois Athlete of the Year recipient. Upon graduation, Doug was selected for the U.S. Pan American team and was the starting pitcher in the opening game against Cuba. He posted two wins in the games as he and his American teammates captured the silver medal. When he wasn't on the field or court, Doug found time for both academics and social life. Doug was an active member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity, where he made friendships that lasted a lifetime. Doug graduated from the UI in 1962 with a bachelor's degree in marketing. After spending a few years as a salesman for Mead Johnson & Company, Doug began his banking career in Chicago with American National Bank and Trust Company in June 1965. With the help of a small group of investors, Doug seized an opportunity and bought the controlling interest in Busey First National Bank in Urbana and was elected chairman on March 29, 1971, two days prior to his 31st birthday. Doug took Busey from a one-branch bank with $40 million in assets in 1971 to a publicly traded company with operations in several states and over $4 billion in assets when he retired as CEO in 2007. One of his favorite memories was "ringing the bell" at the Nasdaq Stock Market opening ceremony in 2007. Doug remained chairman of the board until 2009, and his philosophy was to always "have fun doing it." Treating friends like family and family like friends became known as "The Busey Way." In 1991, Doug was elected to the board of directors of the Association of Bank Holding Companies. In 2004, he was recognized as the Illinois Banker of the Year by the Illinois Bankers Association, and in 2006, Doug was a finalist for the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Taking care of the community was always important to Doug. He and his late wife, Linda, co-founded the Busey-Mills Community Foundation in 1990 to enhance the quality of life in the communities served by the Busey organization. In addition, in 1995, they established the first named endowment to support the position of the head football coach at the UI, as well as endowing chairs in the schools of Business and Education. In 2001, The Mills Foundation was created and has supported numerous nonprofits throughout Illinois, Florida and California. Doug and Linda served in many social and civic functions in the community, and in August 2005, the local Chamber of Commerce awarded them Champaign County's "Most Valuable Citizen" award. In 2006, they gave the $10 million lead gift to the Carle Foundation to establish the Mills Breast Cancer Institute in Urbana, and in 2019, Doug was the Carle Cornerstone Award recipient. Following his retirement from Busey, Doug was fortunate to find love for a second time and married Cynthia "Cisty" Swain on Sept. 1, 2012, in Peoria. Doug became a permanent resident of Peoria and continued his giving ways in that community. Doug contributed on the Peoria Riverfront Museum Foundation Board and was a founder of the Visionary Society Council. Doug and Cisty generously sponsored the annual museum recognition event from its inception. Doug and Cisty enjoyed traveling the world and spending time with their children and grandchildren. Doug could often be found simultaneously planning many different trips, a true reflection of his lifelong love of traveling. In 2018, Doug and Cisty started spending their winters in Jupiter, Fla., and together created many memories at Jonathan's Landing. Doug continued playing golf and recorded his first ever hole-in-one in 2019 at the age of 79 on Hole No. 3 at the Champaign Country Club. Doug was an exceptional golfer his entire life and the golf course is where he focused his athletic competitiveness after his UI playing days were over. Doug won many golf tournaments throughout the years, including the 1974 Twin City Golf Championship. He was a longtime member of Champaign Country Club, winning the club championship multiple times, most recently in 1991. Doug was also a three-time Central Illinois Country Club Association champion, winning three times in eight years. Doug was deeply rooted in the association, being a member at Soangetaha Country Club, the Champaign Country Club and the Country Club of Peoria at various times. One of his greatest golfing accomplishments occurred in 1994, when he qualified for the U.S. Senior Amateur Golf Championship. Doug was a man of integrity, talent, hard work and most of all, fun! His generosity was boundless, as was his love of people and enthusiasm for life. He was elite in everything he did - family, business, friendships and sports. Doug always had a smile on his face, and his positivity was infectious and radiated from the depths of his soul. He was happiest with sunshine on his face, traveling with friends and family, leading his teams at home, on the field and in business, and relishing in his cherished role as Poppy. Doug made the world better for everyone. Douglas is survived by his wife, Cynthia "Cisty" Swain Mills of Peoria; two sons, David of Ft. Myers, Fla., and Rob (Christen) of San Diego; two granddaughters, Madison and Ashley Mills, both of Champaign; a sister, Ginger (Mike) Baxter of Ellenton, Fla.; two nephews, Christopher Baxter of Cortez, Fla., and Michael (Michelle) Baxter and son Alistair of Highland Park; a former daughter-in-law, Meredith Mills of Champaign; a sister-in-law, Sandy Mills of Tucson, Ariz.; and Cisty's three sons, J.R. (Nadia), Tim (Bridget) and Hunter (Heather); and 12 grandchildren. Doug was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert; and first wife, Linda. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, at Morgan Memorial Home, Savoy. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 30, at the University of Illinois Memorial Stadium Colonnades Club, with a reception immediately following. Parking will be available in Lot 36 and State Farm Center. Memorials may be made to the following: Mills Breast Cancer Institute - Carle Health Center for Philanthropy, 611 W. Park St., Urbana, IL 61801; the Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St., Peoria, IL 61602; or a charitable organization of your choice in the name of Douglas Mills. Condolences may be offered at morganmemorialhome.com. Published by The News-Gazette from May 16 to May 22, 2024. English Tuesday, May 14, 2024

1962

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/mills.jpg" width="133" height="200" alt="Doug Mills '62" /> <a href="/content/william-c-boon-54">William C. Boon '54</a> William C. Boon '54 William C. Boon passed away on January 2, 2024 after a stoic battle with Alzheimer's. Bill was born in Downers Grove, Illinois on September 9, 1932. He graduated from the University of Illinois° in civil engineering where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi. He served on the boards of the Professional Land Surveyors Association and American Society of Civil Engineers. Bill loved the life of the mind and all of the expressions and all its manifestations, art, mathematics, philosophy, Including natural philosophy and physics. He had a passion for music, his true favorite being jazz. In addition, he truly enjoyed fishing in Minnesota. He pursued art lessons and excelled in pastels and charcoal pictures. Bill also played semipro baseball and all his life was a true die-hard Cubs fan. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William and Dorothy (née Easley) Boon. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Betty (Spore) Boon, children; Angela Smith (née Bain) and husband Dwight, Becky Boon, Bill Boon and wife Vilma, Dina Bennett (née Boon) and husband Jim, Kim Boon, Robert Bain and wife Deb, Susan Boon and Tim Boon and wife Gina. He also leaves behind his grandchildren; Alie Boon-Dooley, Ava Valdez, Chelsie Bain, Grace Stocker, Jean-Luc Boon, Julian Ross-Boon, Katie Dooley and Maeve Boon, great-grandchildren; Aiden Ross-Boon, Alister Ross-Boon, Dani Espinoza, Oliver Ross-Boon and Xia Ross-Boon, and many other extended family members and friends. Bill will be dearly missed by his family and friends. English Tuesday, January 2, 2024

1954

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/William-Boon.jpg" width="146" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/kent-karraker-58">Kent Karraker '58</a> Kent Karraker '58 Kent Karraker, long-time council member and former mayor of Normal passed away March 24, 2024 in Stuart, Florida. He was 87. Kent was born in DuQuoin, Ill., on Feb. 6, 1937, to Ward M. and Camille Davis Karraker. He grew up in Mound City, Ill., where his first job was to lead cows from the barn to a pasture across the road in the mornings and lead them back in the evenings. His father passed away when Kent was 7, and the family moved to Champaign, Ill., when he was 13. He attended University High in Urbana where he was an outstanding athlete. He was captain of the basketball team, named most valuable player on the track team and lettered in football. Kent graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Radio and Television. He was a member of the Illini Glee Club, the cheer squad and Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. While at the university, Kent met Marcia Landgren on a blind date. They were married on Feb. 14, 1959. In addition to his wife of 65 years, Kent is also survived by his sister, Kay (James) Cook in Boca Raton, Fla., his daughter, Carla (Mike) Lindner in Longview, Texas, and sons Craig (Jane) Karraker of Stuart, Fla., Kyle (Dana) Karraker and Kent "Chip" Karraker in Normal, and Keith (Steve Silberman) Karraker in San Francisco, Calif. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and a nephews. After a brief stint with the U.S. Army in New Jersey, Kent moved to Monmouth, Ill., where he was the news director and sports reporter for WRAM Radio. He relocated to Normal in 1962 to work for the Illinois Farm Bureau. He later worked at Heartland Community College in Community Relations and was instrumental in launching the Heartland Foundation. Kent was initially elected to the Normal Town Council in 1983 after being encouraged to run by his friend and then-Mayor Paul Harmon. He was elected to his first term as mayor of Normal in 1993 and served until 2003. During his tenure, the town began the redevelopment of the uptown area, built the Fairview Aquatic Center and a new Amtrak station. Kent was an avid golfer and would play regularly with former Normal officials David Anderson and Ron Blemler at Ironwood Golf Course, another development that occurred while he was in town government. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Normal where he served as a Sunday School teacher for many years. He was also a member of the Methodist Men organization at the church. After retirement, he and Marcia began spending winters in Florida and eventually moved there full time. They always made a point of returning to Normal for an extended stay during the summer. Kent and Marcia traveled throughout the United States visiting family and friends and went on a mission trip to Central America. They also made a number of trips to Europe as well as Normal's sister city, Asahikawa, Japan. They're most recent trip was a cruise to see the Northern Lights in Norway. While leaving the boat, Kent was knocked down by a violent wind, causing a minor brain injury. He was healing and regained his sense of humor, but succumbed to pneumonia shortly after returning to Florida. Kent enjoyed spending time with his 10 grandchildren, Kyle Karraker, Bethany (Chris) Modos and Dylan Karraker in Normal; Kent Lindner, Keenan Lindner, Kane Lindner and Karin (Angel) Rocha in Texas; and Allison (Joe) Hesketh, Reid (Angelyn) Karraker and Molly (James) Robin in Florida. One of his favorite memories was taking all of his family on various Caribbean cruises. In 2023, he was able to spend time with each of his great-grandchildren, Penelope and Birdie Hesketh, Emmett Modos, Margot Karraker, James Robin and Mia Rocha. A celebration of life will be held in Normal during the late spring or early summer. Memorials may be made to the Children's Discovery Museum or charity of your choice. Published by The Pantagraph from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1, 2024. English Sunday, March 24, 2024

1958

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/karraker.jpg" width="165" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/stephen-p-wheeler-70">Stephen P. Wheeler '70 </a> Stephen P. Wheeler CHAMPAIGN - Stephen Paul Wheeler, 76, of Champaign, died at 2:29 p.m. Friday (June 9, 2023) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Evergreen Cremation Services, 702 Bloomington Road Suite 102, Champaign. Published by The News-Gazette on Jun. 11, 2023. English Friday, June 9, 2023

1970

<a href="/content/thomas-e-pollard-52">Thomas E. Pollard '52</a> Thomas E. Pollard '52 September 22, 1929 ~ July 15, 2023 (age 93) Dr. Thomas (Tom) Earl Pollard passed away in Ballwin, MO, on July 15, 2023, with his loving wife of 70 years, Barbara, at his side. He was born at home in Wayne County, Illinois, on Sept. 22, 1929, to Charlie and Zella Pollard. They preceded Tom in death, as did his 5 brothers Ray, Raleigh, Harry, Lou & Chuck, his sister Pat Andrus, and his grandson Vincent Cascella. Tom is survived by his wife, Barbara, his three children Linda (Phil) Stern of Ballwin MO, Mark (Nan) of Harrison TN, and Eve Cascella of St. Louis MO, 15 of his 16 grandchildren and their families, and many nieces and nephews and their families. Tom grew up on a farm in southern Illinois, rode a horse to school, (a 1-room schoolhouse), and graduated from Carmi Township High School in 1948. He was a talented athlete and excelled in many sports including track, basketball, baseball and football. Barbara and Tom met as undergrads at the University of Illinois. Tom helped put himself through college and medical school by being a sulky driver in the midwestern harness races. He and a horse named Dr. Cooper had their moment in the spotlight when they set the record in Maywood Park in 1951. Though he quit driving to finish medical school and become a doctor, Tom was passionate about harness racing for the rest of his life and owned shares in many horses over the years. After their marriage, he and Barbara lived in Chicago where Tom completed his medical residency at Cook County Hospital. In 1958, after serving a 3-year commitment to the US Army Medical Corps at Ford Ord, California, (where daughter Linda was born), Tom and Barbara moved to Danville, IL, at the request of medical school pal Dr. Bill Hensold. Tom would practice family medicine there for nearly 35 years, delivering hundreds of Danville residents into the world in the process. Tom’s commitment to love and provide for his family was a driving force in his life. In addition, he was a devoted follower of Christ and a long-time active member of the Rock Church in Danville IL. He was an active and involved supporter of several charities and organizations including Project Concern, the Jaycees, and the Women’s Care Clinic. Tom was highly competitive and loved playing tennis and racquetball. He was also an avid fisherman (especially with his grandchildren), and he kept a very respectable vegetable garden. Dr. Pollard’s remains were laid to rest beneath a shade tree at Atherton Cemetery on Perrysville Road in Danville, IL. All are welcome to a celebration of his life on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, in the Chapel at Meramec Bluffs Lutheran Senior Services in Ballwin, Missouri at 11:00 AM. Memorial gifts may be made to the Rock Church in Danville, IL. The family is deeply grateful to the staff of Meramec Bluffs for the loving care Tom received during the last year of his life. English Saturday, July 15, 2023

1952

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/pollardthomas.jpg" width="155" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/hugh-j-graham-iii-59">Hugh J. Graham III '59</a> Hugh J. Graham III FEBRUARY 16, 1937 – NOVEMBER 21, 2023 Hugh Joseph Graham III (Cracker) died November 21, 2023. Cracker was born in Springfield, IL, on February 16, 1937, to Hugh Joseph Graham, Jr. and Edith Mary Larmon Graham. Except for his college years, Cracker spent his entire life in Springfield, living over 70 years on Glenwood Avenue. He attended Blessed Sacrament Grade School and Cathedral Boys High School (now Sacred Heart Griffin), before attending the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, where he received a liberal arts degree in mathematics and a juris doctorate law degree. While there, he enjoyed his membership in Beta Theta Pi social fraternity and Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity. During his freshman year, he met his wife of 62 years, Sallie Joan Cappa. They married August 8, 1959 in Dixon, IL, and returned to Springfield in 1961. That year, Cracker joined the family law firm of Graham and Graham, founded in 1908, to practice with his father, his grandfather Hugh J. Graham, and his great-uncle James J. Graham. Cracker continued professionally in the firm for the following 50-plus years. He was a member of the Sangamon County Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. He was admitted to practice in the State of Illinois, the Illinois Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the US Supreme Court. Cracker belonged to a variety of community and social organizations, and served on numerous committees and boards, including St. John's Hospital Foundation, the former Springfield College in Illinois, Catholic Care Center, St. Joseph's Home, Standard Mutual Insurance Company, and Illini Country Club. He was a lifetime member of Blessed Sacrament Church. The pleasure and focus of Cracker's life was family and raising his three daughters on Glenwood Avenue, with grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins sharing the block. Cracker's wife Sallie predeceased him in 2021, and he is survived by his three daughters and their families: Betsy Weber of Park Hills, KY and her children, Maggie (Kyle McGrail), Nick, and Lily and granddaughter, Nellie; Laurel (Paul) Burke of Eden Prairie, MN and their children, Hugh, Henry, and Samantha; and Susan (David) Cross of Springfield, IL and their children, Graham, Isabel, and Agnes Clare; two brothers, Philip (Carol) Graham and Donald (Pat) Graham and their respective children, (Philip (deceased), Deborah, Denise, and Hugh, Don, Sarah, Maureen, Louis and Edie), and special sister-in-law, Laurel Cappa of Washington D.C., and several cousins. Memorial Gathering and Mass: Family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 1725 S. Walnut St., Springfield. Mass will follow at 12:00 p.m. with Rev. Jeffery Grant, celebrant. Immediately after the Mass, the family will be hosting Cracker's and Sallie's friends at Illini Country Club. Cracker's body has been donated to the Anatomical Gift Association of Illinois. Memorials may be made to St. John's Foundation, 800 East Carpenter, Springfield, IL 62769 or St. Patrick's Grade School, 1800 S. Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62703. English Tuesday, November 21, 2023

1959

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/hugh-graham-iii-springfield-il-obituary.jpg" width="174" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/george-simmons-65">George Simmons '65</a> George M. Simmons, age 80, passed away with his family by his side on Friday, January 5, 2024. He was born in January, 1943, in Murphysboro, IL, to George and Mildred Simmons. He graduated with the Class of 1961 of Springfield High School in Springfield, IL. He attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he participated in the ROTC program, was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity, and majored in economics. During his senior year, he married the love of his life, Ruthie. After graduating from the U of I, he served two years stateside in the U.S. Army as a tactical nuclear weapons officer and battery commander at a Nike Hercules nuclear missile site on the south end of Lake Michigan, achieving the rank of Captain. Following his military service, he received an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago. He spent his professional career in the specialty chemical manufacturing field, starting with Monsanto. In 1985, he moved his family to Madison, MS, and began working for First Chemical Corporation. For First Chemical, he traveled the world, often accompanied by his wife, and his First Chemical counterpart, Mickey Harbin and his wife Judy, calling on customers throughout Europe and Asia. He retired as president of First Chemical in 2002. He had the honor of serving as a member of the board of directors for and president of the Drug Chemical and Allied Trade Association. His Christian faith guided and inspired him throughout his life. At Grace United Methodist Church in Naperville, IL, he and Ruthie helped found the Questors Sunday school class in 1977. After moving to Mississippi, George was for thirty years that red-headed usher, who always found you a seat at Christ United Methodist Church of Jackson. All his life he enjoyed being outdoors, including walking in the woods, hunting quail, playing golf, and gardening. His love of nature was evident every spring with the blooming of the hundreds of tulips and daffodils that he and Ruthie planted each January. With his wife and daughters, he went on many travel adventures, most often to coastal destinations. As a father and grandfather, he taught two generations of his family to ride bikes and to learn basketball, baseball, and softball fundamentals, cheered on two generations of swimmers at summer and year-round swim competitions, and enjoyed listening to his grandchildren sing in church and school choirs and musicals. Along with being husband and best friend to Ruthie, George’s most treasured roles in life were being father to his two daughters and grandpa to his beloved granddaughter and grandson. Known for being a good listener and respected for his insightful guidance, he served as an example, mentor, counselor, motivator, greatest supporter, and friend, who will be greatly missed and remembered always. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Leo and Cora Mildred Simmons of Springfield, IL; his older sister, Mary Ellen Guinan of Auburn, IL; and his infant son Geoffrey Brian Simmons. George is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Ruth Ann Brown Simmons; two daughters, Stephanie Simmons Zenow and her husband, Eric, of Naperville, IL, and Alisa Colleen Simmons of Naperville, IL, and Madison, MS; two amazing grandchildren, Anna Grace Zenow and George Wesley Zenow; younger sister, Martha Simmons Lovett (Richard) of Benton, Kentucky; numerous nieces and nephews; and treasured next-door neighbors and friends. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, Samaritan’s Purse, and Christ United Jackson. A celebration of his life was held on Friday, January 12, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at Natchez Trace Funeral Home, in Madison, MS. Interment will take place privately later in 2024. <a href="https://epilogg.com/obituary/george-m-simmons-11005">https://epilogg.com/obituary/george-m-simmons-11005</a> English Friday, January 5, 2024

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/simmons.jpg" width="200" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/content/william-bradle-72">William Bradle '72</a> William Bradle A resident of Willow Park and Fort Worth in East Parker County, Texas, since 1984, William (Bill) Ramsey Bradle died on Monday, September 19, 2022 at the age of 72. A good man, a good father, and a good husband, his life revolved around his love for his family and his many long-held friendships. His love deepened with time and enriched us all. After receiving a bachelor's degree in history and spending his junior year abroad in Vienna, he went on to graduate with his MBA from the University of Illinois. He began his career in finance and then international finance with the Quaker Oats Company in Chicago followed by Alcon Labs in Fort Worth, then Sky Chefs and finally Dresser Industries/Halliburton. Retiring from corporate finance at the age of 50, his creative mind turned to new pursuits beginning with serving as the CFO of a motorcycle company followed by renovating older homes, volunteering at the USO and the AT&T Stadium and then turning to writing. His interest in military conflicts that are not well-remembered led to his books, and A master of detail, he packed his books with little-known bits of information while forming the focus pointing to the ending conflict and resolution. A humble man, Bill truly admired the bravery and courage of the soldiers he wrote about in his books, never realizing it was his own bravery and courage that sustained him through nearly four years of pulmonary fibrosis followed by four and a half years as a double lung transplant recipient. He played golf, as much for the game as for the friendships and the quietness of being outdoors. He enjoyed traveling, mainly to see friends and family. He was a voracious reader of all things history, and his quick wit and wide range of knowledge on a number of topics was legendary. He always thought a person's faith should be reflected in actions, and his life was guided by God's truths found in the Proverbs verse, "Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor." His parents were Robert Dean Bradle and Hazel Zinn Bradle. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sue; his son, Lt. Col. Marc Bradle, USAF, and wife Hillary Lee; daughter Margot Bradle and husband Brent Davis; and, most especially, his granddaughter Mollie Bradle. In addition, he is survived by his two sisters, Mary Roberts and husband Russ Roberts; Robin Johansen and husband Bob Johansen as well as many nephews and nieces. English Monday, September 19, 2022

1972

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/bradlewilliam.jpg" width="150" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/john-bitzer-74">John LeRoy Bitzer '74</a> John LeRoy Bitzer, beloved husband, father, and grandfather (“gee-pa”) passed away at the age of 70 on July 14, 2023, at his home in Collinsville, Illinois. A native of Shelbyville, Illinois, John grew up as one of six siblings. He graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1970 where he excelled in academics, sports, and holds an Illinois state track record…for an event that may or may not still exist (which means he can never be beaten!). John graduated from the University of Illinois in 1974 with a degree in Psychology. In college, he followed his father’s footsteps, becoming a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and served as Chief Illiniwek, the symbol of the University of Illinois. He held the position for all four years. Each year at the University’s Dad’s Day, John and his father performed together at Memorial Stadium. John and his father were the only father-son duo to both serve as Chief Illiniwek. As Chief, John also led the international Rotary Convention Parade in San Francisco and danced at Candlestick Park. It was at the University of Illinois that John met his wife, Mary Ann, and many lifelong Beta brothers and friends. John and Mary Ann were married for 44 wonderful years and together for 50 years. Upon graduation, John backpacked Europe with his brother Jim before attending John Marshall Law School where he graduated with his Juris Doctor in 1979. John and Mary Ann were married in Olympia Fields, Illinois that same year. He began practicing Law in Collinsville with Dunham, Bowman, and Leskera where he was a Partner until he opened his own practice, The Bitzer Law Firm, in 2008. He retired in 2021 after 42 years. As a Collinsvillian, John was active in the community. He was the Chairman of the Board at The Gateway Center, a member of the Optimist Club, The Rotary Club, and the Jaycees. He was a Parishioner at Saints Peter and Paul where he also coached the class of 2001 girls’ basketball team. Above all, John loved and cherished the life he had with his wife and three kids, Katie, Kelly, and Bobby. They spent summers at Gaslight Pool and Lake Shelbyville where he was part owner of Lithia Springs Marina. He was known for his barefoot waterskiing skills and whiplash inducing boat tube rides. He took his family on many trips to Giant City with friends and families. He loved music and traveling and had been around the world with Mary Ann, including a recent trip to Tahiti just a few months ago. John was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Marilyn Bitzer, and brother, Jim Bitzer. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Bitzer; daughters, Katie Bitzer, Kelly Schneider (Tyler Schneider); son, Robert Bitzer (Sarah Crafton); and his granddaughters, June and Goldie Schneider. His sisters, Nancy Cruitt (David), Ann Kiley (Mike), Sarah Bitzer; brothers, David (Kathy), Donald (Judy); and 36 nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Friday, July 21, 2023 at Barry Wilson Funeral Home in Maryville, IL. Visitation 3:00-6:00 PM. Service at 6:00 PM. Memorials are suggested to the care of Mary Ann Bitzer and charity foundation will be decided at a later date. John lived his life to the fullest. As one of John’s favorite singers, Neil Young, said “It’s better to burn out than fade away.” He is loved by many and will forever be missed. English Friday, July 14, 2023

1974

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/bitzerjohn.jpg" width="200" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/michael-peter-jurgensen-76">Michael Peter Jurgensen '76</a> Michael “Mike” Peter Jurgensen, 67, of Naperville, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on Friday July 9, 2021. He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on December 13, 1953 to the late Charlotte (née Stuth) and James Jurgensen. Mike was the cherished husband of Debra “Debbie” Ann (née Blow) Jurgensen, beloved father of Laura (Mike) Dunlap, Lindsay (John Riddle) Jurgensen, and Tom Jurgensen, and adored grandfather of Mitchell, Dominic, Joel and Miriam Dunlap, and Selah Riddle. Mike was a loving brother to Janet (Mike) Manson, Sally (Mike) Fuhrmann, Sharon (Ray) Dodge, and uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. Mike grew up in Country Club Hills, Illinois, and was a 1972 graduate of Rich Central High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Advertising from the University of Illinois and went on to receive his MBA from the University of Michigan. Mike spent the majority of his professional career as a marketing executive with the Keebler Company and Catalina Marketing. He retired in 2013 after 35 years in the marketing business. Mike met the love of his life, Debbie, at the University of Illinois. They were married in Moline, Illinois in 1976. Their first home was in Lindenhurst, Illinois. Together they moved to Naperville in 1981 where they have remained since. Last month they celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary. Mike was a man of strong Christian faith and conviction, and he was very involved with his home church of 30 years, Naperville Covenant Church. Mike was very active and had many interests and hobbies including golf, traveling, many years of Bible Study Fellowship (BSF), enjoying anything and everything University of Michigan sports, and volunteering with Loaves & Fishes, to name a few. But his greatest joy was being a husband, dad, and “grampy.” He cherished the many family vacations spent at his and Debbie’s Florida beach house, but he also loved making memories in the small moments at the zoo, neighborhood pool, game nights, and family meals at home. Mike will always be remembered for his quick wit, infectious laugh, and the sincere love and acceptance he showed in all ways to all who crossed his path. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mike’s memory may be made to Loaves & Fishes Community Services or Naperville Covenant Church. Visitation will be held on Tuesday July 13, 2021, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Friedrich Jones Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540. Additional visitation will be Wednesday July 14, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM at Naperville Covenant Church. Funeral Services to celebrate his life will be on Wednesday July 14, 2021, at 10:00 AM at Naperville Covenant Church, 1150 Hobson Rd, Naperville, IL 60540. Private burial will be at Naperville Cemetery. <a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=21665235&tag=&tn=FreeTreeTestFC&otv=Frazer_MS2_Cont&source=tco_descriptionundefined&mtph=1" target="_blank" class="obituary-description__tree--link" rel="noopener"> </a> English Friday, July 9, 2021

1976

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/jurgensen.jpg" width="155" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/ray-troxell-50">Ray Troxell '50</a> Ray Troxell died Friday, May 18, 2007. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be at the Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship, 4055 Robinhood Road, in Winston-Salem on Sunday, June 3, 2007, at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Charles Davis officiating. Born in Springfield on April 30, 1928, to the late Lyman Ray and Signe Svenson Troxell, Ray knew from the sixth grade that he would become an architect. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1945, where he played both football and basketball. He was a member of the editorial staff of the high school newspaper and the president of his senior class. He graduated with honors from the University of Illinois in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science in architecture and where he was a student lab instructor for several years. In 1949, Ray was one of two recipients of the Allerton Scholarship Award. Accounting their travels, they wrote "The Allerton Scholarship Report 1949: On Architecture American and Colonial . . . as it is . . . and Places and People as They Are . . . and Might Have Been." His senior year, he was president of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. He was licensed as an architect at the age of 22, having already fulfilled the two-year internship requirement. Much of the following is culled from a profile about Ray included in the book "Guide to North Carolina Wineries." He told the authors, ". . . it is very flattering. I may use it for my obituary." Ray served in the Air Force during the Korean War as an air installations officer helping to plan for immediate needs of air force bases and their future growth. Shortly after discharge in 1953, he took a job in Washington as a general contractor because he thought, "as an architect, it would be a fantastic experience," a first-hand experience in learning about the construction industry. In DC, Ray had one particularly memorable job: One of his projects was to remodel a four-story building in the middle of a mountain. Everyone there had to have special clearances. He said, "If you wanted to go to the bathroom, you could, but there was a guy with a machine gun behind you all the way, as you went down the corridors you could not look left or right." He remembers, "Nobody could know where the entrance was until one day years later, I opened up the US News and World Report and there was a picture of the damn entrance." Eventually, Ray moved to Winston-Salem to work for Larson & Larson, Architects, where he worked on plans for the building of the Wake Forest Campus. In 1962, he established his own firm which specialized in health care facilities and retirement centers. After retirement, he got into the design of the building of two wineries in North Carolina. In 1998, Ray was surprised to receive a phone call about the gathering of old friends to work on the first winery. He was excited by the project because he said, "It was just a great, great opportunity to learn something new." After learning the mechanics of winemaking, he began to create plans. He further said, "Outside [the facility], a wrap-around porch with rocking chairs was situated to overlook the vineyards â€¦ the vistas and views of the land are magnificent." The result, Shelton Vineyards, he believed "turned out quite well." Ray was then commissioned to design the building for RayLen Vineyards and subsequently, painted a watercolor for the RayLen label in exchange for a bottle of Chardonnay! Designing wineries was the latest phase of a 40-year career during which Ray worked on everything from nursing homes, local business buildings, churches, homes for friends, plus the secret government bunker. He was always ready to take on new projects because it was a chance to keep learning, and he said, "I do love the work." And, true to this love of the work, he was creating plans for another old friend who had called when he was recently hospitalized. Ray was still a licensed architect, working several hours a day in the firm he had established in 1962. During his retirement, Ray continued his 45-year hobby as a master shipbuilder, leaving an unfinished schooner, the "Bowdoin," with only the hull completed. He was a watercolorist, an avid gardner and raised Roller pigeons and Bantum chickens. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Bruce Troxell, a local contractor, and Dr. Marcus Troxell. Surviving are his wife, Charlotte Wilson Troxell; one daughter, Amy Troxell Walton and husband, Steve; one son, Kyle Troxell and wife, Ann, and their sons, Chase and Will; Joy Mayo Troxell, the mother of Emily and Graham; Rebecca Benton Troxell, the mother of Kevin and Erin; and one brother, Richard L. Troxell of Scottsdale, Ariz. English Friday, May 18, 2007

1950

<a href="/mystic-shrine/dan-l-eilers-54">Dan L. Eilers '54</a> Dan L. Eilers of North Chatham, Mass., and formerly of Edwardsville, died Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2006, at Liberty Commons after a long illness. He was the husband of Floy Rowland Eilers for 51 years. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters: Dana D. Eilers of Chatham and Franca (Frankie) Eilers of St. Louis. Mr. Eilers was born in Madison County, the son of the late Wilfred C. and Theresa Eilers. He graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1950 and graduated from the University of Illinois in 1954 (Commerce) where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and several honoraries. He served as an officer of the United States Army (ASA) during the Korean War. He was the owner of the Eilers Agency in Edwardsville as a Realtor and Appraiser for over 40 years. He served as the Edwardsville Assessor, President of the Greater Gateway Ass ociation of Realtors, and President of the Associatio n of Independent Fee Appraisers. He was a member of the Board of Dir e ctors of the YMCA, the Sunset Hills Country Club, the Edwardsvi lle and Chatham VFW, and the Coll i e Club of America. He was a great outdoorsman, an avid golfer, t e nnis player, hunter, fisherman, dog fancier and NFL fan. Memorials can be sent to the Chatham Conser v ation Foundation, 104 Crowell Road, Chatham, M A 02633. At his request, a celebration of his life will be conducted later this year. English Wednesday, January 18, 2006

1954

<a href="/mystic-shrine/william-d-phillips-49">William D. Phillips '49</a> William “Bill” Duncan Phillips, 92, loving husband to Ruth, passed away peacefully at his Vienna, VA home of acute congestive heart and kidney failure on August 26, 2020. Bill was born in Springfield, IL, October 24, 1927, to William Wesley and Vineta Childs Phillips. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1945, where he ran track. He graduated from the University of Illinois with Honors in Economics in 1949. While at Illinois he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. Following graduation, he was drafted, attended Officer Candidate School, and served in the Army’s Counter Intelligence Corps in Tokyo, Japan during the Korean War. After the war, Bill transferred to the Army Reserves, eventually retiring with the rank of Major. He married Martha June Smith in 1953. They were married for 30 years and spent many years overseas while raising their four children. Bill married Ruth Girnis Malecki in 1985, and they were fully devoted to each other throughout their 35 years together. Bill’s professional career began with a stint as a salesman for the Monroe Calculating Company where his father worked. He did not like it, and subsequently followed up on an invitation to work for the Central Intelligence Agency, where he served in the Operations Directorate until his retirement at age 60. He served overseas tours with his family in Munich, Berlin, and Bonn, Germany, and in Ankara, Turkey. He spoke near fluent German and passably fluent Turkish while serving in those posts. Bill rose through the ranks at the agency, as Branch Chief, Deputy Division Chief, Deputy Station Chief, Chief of Operations, Deputy Chief of Staff, and Chief of one of the Agencies largest and most sensitive Field Stations. Following retirement as a member of the Senior Intelligence Service (SIS-03) and having received the Agency’s second highest award, the Intelligence Medal of Merit, Bill continued to contribute to the mission of the CIA and served in various intelligence training and communications capacities as a contractor until his retirement at the age of 86. Of his career he often said, “I loved every minute of it. I would do it all over again even if they didn’t pay me.” While the majority of his work at the CIA remains classified, one notable activity that is public involved the initial assessment and management of Col. Ryszard Kuklinski of the Polish General Staff, who became one of the United States most valuable Cold War-era assets. Bill and Ruth always enjoyed traveling and visited many places together. They took each and every grandchild, in groups of two or three cousins, on special vacations with them. These included trips to Disney World, cruises and dude ranches. A few years ago he wrote a book for his family with this dedication that sums up just who Bill was: “I dedicate this collection of memories and stories from my life to my family for their love and support, to my grandson RJ, who gave his life serving his country, to my colleagues for their dedication and friendship, and to my country that I proudly served for 63 years.” Bill is survived by his wife Ruth Phillips, and their blended family that includes six children: Bill (Anna) Phillips of Fairfax Station, Susan (Bill) North of Rosemont, PA, David (Michelle) Phillips of Sugar Hill, GA, Tim Phillips (Vivian Allvin) of Reston, Cindy Malecki of Burke and Laura (Bob) Hess of Burke; fourteen grandchildren, Danielle, Shannon (Brian), Andy (Shannon), Mike (Sarah), Jesse, Rebecca, Patrick (Shelby), Nick, Russ, Sam, Fletcher, Charlie, Tucker and Spencer; and seven great-grandchildren, with one on the way. He is also survived by his brother, Robert (Janice) Phillips of Elk Grove Village, IL and his family, and sister-in-law, Joan Girnis of Cape Coral, FL. He is preceded in death by Ruth’s son Billy Malecki, who served in the US Navy, and their grandson 1st Lt. Robert Joseph “RJ” Hess, who was killed in action in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom in 2013. A private family service will be held at the Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home. Bill will be buried in Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Virginia. English Tuesday, August 25, 2020

1949

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/phillipswilliam.jpg" width="155" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/paul-b-uhlenhop-58">Paul B. Uhlenhop '58</a> Paul Buscher Uhlenhop, age 84, of Wilmette, died peacefully on January 30, surrounded by family. Beloved husband for 61 years of the late Virginia Louise Uhlenhop, nee Zucks; loving father of Karin Uhlenhop and Jon (Anne) Uhlenhop; dear brother of Michael (Linda) Uhlenhop, Robert (the late Marsha) Uhlenhop, Lola (Tom) McDonald, and Mary (Henry) Hudson; fond Uncle Bud to many nieces and nephews; devoted friend to many. Paul was born in Litchfield, IL, on October 22, 1936, to Paul C. and Betty Buscher Uhlenhop. Paul was a proud alumnus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.A. with honors, 1958; J.D., 1961), honored officer in the U.S. Navy, loyal brother of Beta Theta Pi, and active member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the Chicago Bar Association, as well as the Futures Industry Association, the National Society of Compliance Professionals, and the National Regulatory Service. In Paul’s distinguished career at the law firm of Lawrence, Kamin, Saunders, & Uhlenhop, L.L.C., he was regarded as one of the leading authorities of the futures and securities bar, working on major initiatives in the financial services industry from compliance, litigation and business perspectives. In 2015, Paul was presented with the prestigious Joan Hinchman Award for extraordinary service to the National Society of Compliance Professionals and to the financial services compliance profession. Paul shared his love of the legal field by being an Adjunct Professor for over 20 years at both the University of Illinois, College of Law and IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law, as well as being a part-time lecturer at DePaul University, College of Law and Loyola University Chicago School of Law, and a member of the Planning Committee of the Ray Garrett Jr. Corporate and Securities Institute at Northwestern University College of Law. Practicing law was Paul’s true passion and being an attorney remained a central component of his identity and of daily conversations until his death. Paul was also actively involved in his community, serving on the Board of Trustees of The Cradle Foundation for 25 years and on the Board of Trustees of Ravinia Festival for 15 years, and serving and advising the Wilmette Harbor Association in various capacities for almost 30 years. Paul and his beloved Ginny cherished sailing, spending time with their many friends, especially their Gourmet Group, and celebrating with their children. An avid scholar of history, culture, and language, Paul spent hours reading and studying. He also loved traveling as an experiential extension of his studies, and he was a meticulous planner and documentarian of his and Ginny’s adventures. Throughout his life, Paul inspired his family and countless others by being a model of faith, generosity, devotion, fortitude, diligence, and integrity. These virtues were the foundation of all of his relationships and endeavors, and to those who knew him and loved him, he will forever remain our steadfast guide and standard for living a life of principle, commitment, and enthusiasm English Saturday, January 30, 2021

1958

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/uhlenhoppaul.jpg" width="155" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/joshua-bowler-97">Joshua Bowler '97</a> Joshua Thomas Bowler of Glen Ellyn, IL, passed peacefully from this earth in the early hours of Sunday, July 28th, 2019, at age 44. Josh attended Glenbard West High School and the University of Illinois. He was loved by many far and wide. Cubs games and pretty ladies were his pastimes, and he was well known for orchestrating party buses and filling other people's social calendars. To properly celebrate Josh's life, a memorial will be held at the Bowler house, 593 Phillips Ave. in Glen Ellyn on Saturday, August 3rd, 2019, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Although Josh might have wanted to see us in our Rat Pack finest, we have opted to be more casual - please wear your finest Cubbie attire. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of the following organizations: The March of Dimes, The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, or The Spinal Cord Injury Association of Illinois. Josh leaves behind his two brothers, his sister, his mother and father, and in his own words, "This sucks." English Sunday, July 28, 2019

1997

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/BowlerJoshua.jpg_20190801.jpg" width="160" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/norman-evans-estwing-48">Norman Evans Estwing '48</a> Norman Evans Estwing, 88, of Rockford, died July 5, 2010, in his home in Sun City West, Ariz. Born Nov. 25, 1921, in Rockford; the son of Ernest O. and Hulda O. (Swenson) Estwing. Graduate of Rockford High School class of 1940. Attended Ryan Aeronautical Engineering School in San Diego, Calif. from 1941-42, then University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi. He married Joanne L. St. Pierre Sept. 6, 1947, in Rockford. Norman was the President and CEO of Estwing Manufacturing Company. Member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon and elder. Founding member of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Sun City West, AZ. Director and member of National Hardware Association. Active with the Boy Scouts of America, where he was honored with the Silver Beaver Award for serving 25 years. He earned his pilot license as a young man, and enjoyed flying planes his entire life. In later years, he flew model airplanes and was a member of Winnebago Sports Flyers. The Estwings traveled extensively throughout the world for Estwing Mfg. Co., and generously supported many local organizations. He is survived by his wife, Joanne; children, Chris N. (Jill) Estwing of Marion, Ill., Curt R. (Maggie) Estwing of Rockford, Dr. Carol (James) Ferrans of Wheaton, Ill.; grandchildren, Jonathan and Adam Estwing, Kate, Evan, and Ryne Estwing, and Peter and Matthew Ferrans; sisters, Janet Froelich and Helen Gallant; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents and sisters, Marjorie Watz and Shirley Tuckett. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 12, 2010, in Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2821 N. Bell School Road, with Rev. David Smazik officiating. Burial in Scandinavian Cemetery. Visitation from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service in the church. Memorials to Christian Children"s Fund, Boy Scouts of America, Rockford Rescue Mission, or SwedishAmerican Hospital. Arrangements by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd., 1001 Second Ave. English Monday, July 5, 2010

1948

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/estwing.jpg" width="170" height="179" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/key-charles-pittman-57">Key Charles Pittman '57</a> Key Charles "Charlie" Pittman '57 Key Charles "Charlie" Pittman, 84, of Springfield, died at 10:57 a.m. on Thursday, December 26, 2019, at Lewis Memorial Christian Village. Charlie was born on July 26, 1935, in Ashland, IL, the son of Kenneth and Dorothy (Ogle) Pittman. Charlie was a veteran and employed as a technology supervisor for Winntrust. He played basketball for the University of Illinois. Charlie was a member of the Naples Florida Community Choir. He also was an avid reader. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Audrey Tate and Charlotte Collins. Cremation was provided by Lincoln Land Cremation Society. English Thursday, December 26, 2019

1957

<a href="/mystic-shrine/bruce-wayne-wettman-%E2%80%9870">Bruce Wayne Wettman ‘70</a> Judge Bruce Wettman, 71, of Houston, TX, passed away Friday, March 13, 2020 at Memorial Hermann Hospital. Bruce Wayne Wettman was born in Springfield, Illinois on June 5, 1948 to Betty and Wayne Wettman. Bruce was a gifted athlete, playing quarterback and point guard for Champaign High School. Though offered multiple athletic scholarships by smaller schools, he opted to fulfill his dream and proceeded to make the University of Illinois basketball team as a freshman walk-on. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and graduated from University of Illinois in 1970 with a degree in economics. He graduated from Bates College of Law at the University of Houston with a J.D. in 1973. On September 1, 1977, when after being appointed by Governor Dolph Briscoe, Bruce was sworn in as the first judge of the 247th Family District Court of Harris County, becoming the youngest state judge ever to serve in Texas at the age of 29 years and 88 days. Judge Wettman was retained by election in 1978 and reelected in 1982. While on the bench, he served with distinction and was known as one of the fairest and most knowledgeable jurists in Harris County. In June 1984, Bruce joined his brother, Greg, to form Wettman & Wettman. In 1994, Bruce took former judge status and began sitting as a visiting judge in several counties. He was also one of the pioneers in the mediation/arbitration world in Texas. He became an adjunct professor at South Texas College of Law teaching mediation and eventually the director of the Frank Evans Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution. Bruce loved teaching and loved his students. He was voted Adjunct Professor of the Year several times by his students. Bruce later took Senior Judge status and served South Texas until his death. Bruce was a lifelong music lover, particularly Pink Floyd and reggae. He was a talented poet with an incredible sense of humor that he expressed through his poetry. He was a drummer and a harmonica player with many, many jam sessions at his house. He loved the French Quarter and Jamaica. He loved Brennan's and their brandy milk punch. Bruce enjoyed skiing in Colorado with the A-Team for over twenty years and boating on Lake Livingston in the "Ho-Ho". He loved sunsets on any beach, especially in Siesta Key, Florida where he often vacationed. Bruce was a lifelong Democrat and loved a good political "discussion." Bruce was a believer. Most of all, Bruce loved his family. His kids and his grandkids were his pride and joy and he never let them forget it, always reminding them of how much he loved them and how proud he was of them. Bruce had a soft spot for the Star of Hope Mission and Houston's homeless. Every Christmas Eve for the last thirty years Bruce would put on his Santa suit and he and his elves would drive around downtown after dark giving away food, blankets and other treats to Houston's homeless. Preceding Bruce in death are his parents, Wayne and Betty Wettman. Bruce is survived by the love of his life, his devoted wife Seona Wettman of Houston, TX; his daughter Brittany King and husband Craig of Houston, TX; his son Jakob Wettman and wife, Anne of Katy, TX; his two best friends, his brothers Greg Wettman of Houston, TX and Louis Wettman of Sarasota, FL; his very favorite people, his grandchildren Nate (13), Evie (10), Laurel (11) and Carter (9) as well as his loving nieces and nephews and many close friends who are like family. A celebration of Bruce's vibrant life will be planned for a later time. Memorial donations can be made in Bruce's name to Star of Hope Mission, 4848 Loop Central Dr., Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77081-2211. Shine On You Crazy Diamond. Published in Houston Chronicle on Mar. 22, 2020. English Friday, March 13, 2020

1970

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/wettman-obituary.jpg" width="158" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/randall-dahl-68">Randall Dahl '68</a> RANDALL DAHL '68 HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. - Randall "Randy" Wilson Dahl, 77, died in the hands of his family on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Randy was born Dec. 11, 1945, to parents Clifford W. and Evelyn Rainey Dahl, and grandparents Chris and Mary Dahl and Cleve and Anna Rainey. He graduated from Champaign Central High School in 1964 and the University of Illinois in 1968 with a degree in psychology and as a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He went on to obtain master's degrees and his Doctorate in Education from the University of Kentucky in 1981. He married Ellen Hartman in 1968 after meeting at the University of Illinois. Throughout their marriage, they lived in Bloomington, Ind., Amherst, Mass., Lexington, Ky., Tuscaloosa, Ala., Stillwater, Okla., Richmond, Va., and Al Ain UAE. In 2012, he retired to Hilton Head, S.C. Randy was a dedicated husband, father, Poppy and friend. He was a dad who loved to plan a family vacation as much as going on the vacation, making sure to have the itinerary printed and constantly updating his spreadsheets. He truly loved his role as Poppy for his two grandchildren, making sure to attend every event possible. Randy was a rock for his family and all their friends, being supportive and taking on any cause to help. He enjoyed visiting his nieces and nephews and their children across the country. His quick wit and humor were well known to all. He was a true advocate for education, keeping the best interests of students at the forefront of his work. Students across the globe have benefitted from his work making sure access to education was available to anyone who wanted to learn. His intelligence and curiosity led him to be a lifelong connoisseur of NPR and the news, and he was always ready to listen to anyone with a good story. English Wednesday, May 3, 2023

1968

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/dahl-randall.jpg" width="165" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/jeffrey-alan-strickland-76">Jeffrey Alan Strickland '76</a> Jeffrey Alan Strickland, 67, of Seattle, died Thursday, July 15, 2021. He was born June 21, 1954 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Billy Dean and Jean Strickland. He attended Guilford High School in Rockford, Illinois were he was a defensive tackle and recorded the most tackles in a season. Jeff also placed 11th in State of Illinois 185 lbs class in wrestling. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and graduate of University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. He lived in the midwest before "arriving" in the Seattle area in 1984. Attracted by the beauty of the PNW and following his older brother and lifelong companion, Scott, he built a life there. He was married to Leslie Thayer for 16 years. He enjoyed staying active through exercise and playing basketball and soccer. In his later days he enjoyed taking road trips up and down the west coast and going to car shows with his youngest son, Colin. Jeff is survived by his two sons Blake (Elise) Strickland and Colin Strickland; two grandchildren Blake Dean Strickland, Jr. and Margo Lou Strickland; older brother Scott (Maria) Strickland and numerous nieces and nephews. We would like to thank the Providence Elder Place program for providing Jeff a means to an abundant life in his last 7 years. Arrangements are under the care of Elemental NW. Contributions in memory can be made to Providence Elder Place. June 21, 1954 - July 15, 2021 Published by The Herald (Everett) from Aug. 12 to Aug. 13, 2021. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. English Thursday, July 15, 2021

1976

<a href="/mystic-shrine/jerry-k-stanners-57">Jerry K. Stanners '57</a> Jerry K. Stanners passed away on June 3, 2021 at his home in La Quinta, California. He spent the final days of his life in the loving care of Terry, his devoted wife of 51 years. Jerry was born on February 8, 1935 in Clinton, Iowa later moving to Galesburg, Illinois where he lived until attending The University of Illinois. In addition to being an excellent student academically, Jerry was also a successful collegiate athlete excelling in track and field as a pole vaulter. His college athletic years were just the beginning of a lifelong passion for athletics which he took into his senior years; playing senior basketball and participating in masters track and field as well as playing tennis and becoming an avid golfer. In 1957, after his ROTC commitment in college, Jerry assumed a commission in the US Army where he worked his way to rank of Captain. He served as a fixed wing pilot. Following his discharge from the Army, Jerry enlisted in the Army Reserves where he continued as a pilot until 1979. In 1970 Jerry met and married Terry, the love of his life. They would eventually move to Bakersfield, CA where they would live for the next 23 years. Here Jerry was CEO of The Bakersfield Californian newspaper. A most active member of the community, in addition to his newspaper responsibilities, Jerry was directly involved in many local charities and organizations. Jerry, Terry and their family enjoyed living in Bakersfield; had many great friends and were heavily involved in the community. They played golf and tennis as members of Stockdale Country Club. Including his tenure as CEO of the newspaper in Bakersfield, Jerry held many executive positions including President of multiple divisions of Dart Industries, CEO of Freymiller Trucking and CEO of Perelli-Minetti Winery. He was Principal owner of his own firm: Charter Consulting. He also sat on the Board of Directors or acted as a consultant to many companies across the United States. In his spare time Jerry loved fly fishing and was a most passionate lover of dogs. After moving from Bakersfield then living 5 years in San Juan Capistrano, in 2005 Jerry and Terry moved to La Quinta, CA. Here in the beautiful desert, they made many friends, played golf and became active in La Quinta Country Club. Jerry so loved his family. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his wife Terry, Jerry leaves behind four children: Sheri Cook (Jay) of Orange County CA; Julie Morris (Brett) of Boise, ID; David Stanners (Patti) of Avalon Beach, Australia and Jeff Stanners (Lisa) of Mentone, CA. His 7 beloved grandchildren include Brett, Madison, Hannah, Kenny, Lexi, Addie and Leah. In remembrance of Jerry, donations can be made to The University of Redlands/Athletics: Track and Field, 1200 E. Colton Ave., P. O. Box 3080, Redlands, CA 92373 or online at <a href="http://www.redlands.edu/givenow">www.redlands.edu/givenow</a>. Please designate: 'in memory of Jerry Stanners'. <a href="http://www.bakersfield.com/obits">www.bakersfield.com/obits</a> Published by Bakersfield Californian on Jun. 12, 2021. English Thursday, June 3, 2021

1957

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/stanners.jpg" width="133" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/william-m-johnston-50">William M. Johnston '50</a> William M. Johnston passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 16, 2021. Born in Champaign, Illinois on October 26, 1928, Doc, as he was known to family and friends, was a proud member of the basketball team for Champaign High School, especially when the team won the high school state basketball championship in 1946. He attended college at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and continued on to medical school at the University of Illinois, Chicago. Doc maintained a private practice in orthopedic surgery from 1959 to 1996 and continued to actively operate until 2008. During his career he took on many roles, including serving as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Samuel Merritt Hospital as well as President of the Medical Staff. He was on staff at Summit Medical Center, John Muir, Children's Hospital Medical Center of Northern California, and UCSF. He also served as an Orthopedic Surgery Consultant to the Oakland A's and the Seals Hockey team. He took great pride in his medical practice, and his passion for medicine and helping others was truly his calling in life. He loved every moment of his career in orthopedic surgery. Doc is survived by his wife of 19 years, Sylvia Breuner Johnston. He is also survived by his three children, Bill Johnston (Jenny), Beth Handel (Joe), and Joel Johnston (Joanie). He was previously married to Mary Harrington Johnston from 1952 until the time of her passing in 2000. Doc is also survived by his 16 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and his very sweet dog Rosy. A service and memorial will be held privately by his family at St. Stephen's in Orinda View the online memorial for William M. Johnston Published by East Bay Times on Aug. 15, 2021. English Friday, July 16, 2021

1950

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/johnston_william.jpg" width="200" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/charles-chip-barber-iv-82">Charles A. "Chip" Barber IV '82</a> Charles (Chip) Austin Barber IV died on September 9, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Kathy, and their three children, Emily (John) Bear, Melissa (Jordan) Hartman and Chad (Brooke) Barber. He was blessed with two granddaughters, Maggie and Allie Bear, who adored their "Ampa." He is also survived by his parents, Chuck and Carolyn Barber and his sister, Bryn (Terry) Fine, as well as many nieces, nephews, uncles, cousins and in-laws. Chip was born in St. Louis, Missouri on January 28, 1960. He grew up in Pittsfield, Illinois where he enjoyed golfing and music. He was appointed as a Congressional Page in the U. S. House of Representatives in Washington, DC and spent his high school senior year there. He attended Capitol Page School at the Library of Congress and graduated in the White House Rose Garden with President Jimmy Carter handing him his diploma. He met the love of his life and soulmate in Washington, DC where Kathy also served as a Congressional Page that year. He attended the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and was elected Treasurer. He graduated in 1982 with a degree in Finance and earned his CPA license. He began his career at Arthur Anderson in Chicago. Shortly after graduation, he and Kathy were married in Wheaton, Illinois. They spent many years in Downers Grove before moving to Geneva where they raised their children. Chip spent most of his career in Community Banking, where he loved nurturing relationships with his customers and taking care of their commercial and business needs. He retired after working in the Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Florida area as a Regional Market President for a large bank. Chip was an active community leader and servant, with Rotary in both the Chicago area and Destin, serving as President. He participated on many boards, including the Downers Grove YMCA, Cosley Zoo, his Homeowners Association and the U of I College of Business Alumni Association. Chip loved teaching his children the game of golf as well as coaching their youth teams for softball, soccer and basketball. He was a huge fan of the Fighting Illini Football team and followed their ups and downs over the years. He proudly raised his children as St. Louis Cardinals fans in a Cubs world. He loved attending annual get-togethers at Lake Geneva with his Downers Grove friends for more than 15 years, bringing the "Barber Island" for the "LG-DG" group to enjoy. Destin became his new home and neighbors quickly became friends. He loved his beach time and captaining the boat with friends and family aboard. Lifelong friends from Geneva and Downers Grove were frequent visitors to the Emerald Coast. Despite his colon cancer diagnosis, he remained positive and gracious. He never complained and never lost sight of his profound faith. He always found time to listen and to find the bright side of every situation. He held his family closer and made sure they knew how much he loved them. His family thanks the many prayer warriors across the world who lifted him up and supported him during this difficult journey. He was blessed by so many calls, cards and visits during this last year – from childhood, high school, college, business and neighborhood friends and his extended family who touched our hearts with their love for Chip. And, most of all, he was blessed by the compassionate care that his children and their spouses showed him in his last week, attentive to his every worldly and spiritual need. Memorials for Chip may be made to the Barber Family Foundation for the Chip Barber University of Illinois Educational Scholarship benefitting students in Pike County. Checks may be made out to: Barber Family Foundation and sent to 1165 Clark Street, Suite 608, Chicago, IL 60610. For more information, please see the Foundation's website at: <a href="http://www.Barberfamilyfoundation.org">www.Barberfamilyfoundation.org</a>. Published by Herald-Whig on Sep. 21, 2021. English Thursday, September 9, 2021

1982

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/barber_charles.jpg" width="148" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/james-bruce-lyon-63">James Bruce Lyon '63</a> James Bruce Lyon, 80, went to be with the Lord on August 11, 2022. He died at home from coronary heart disease. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 23, at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Church. Bruce was born in Greenwich, CT, the 2nd of 4 children. His parents, June Orwig Lyon and James R. Lyon, soon moved their family to the Midwest, living in Wisconsin and then Illinois. Bruce graduated from Alton High School in Alton, Illinois, where he was an honor student and played football. He attended both Northwestern and the University of Illinois, before attending dental school at Washington University in St. Louis. After his educational training, Bruce began active duty in the US Army, serving at Fort Dix, NJ, Fort Carson, CO, Vietnam, and Fitzsimons Army Hospital, CO. During his basic training, he met his future wife, Ellen, who had also joined the Army after college. When it came time to settle down in one place, the Lyons chose Greensboro as the place they would like to raise a family. He practiced general dentistry there from 1970-2003. Aside from dentistry, Bruce had a passion for community service. He was instrumental, along with Bill Ronemus, in seeing that soccer fields would be built at Bryan Park. He was a member of St. Francis Episcopal Church, having served in numerous capacities, including senior and junior warden. Another passion of his was to create a Greensboro Chapter for Golfers Against Cancer, a fundraising group specifically aimed at raising money for proof-of-concept cancer research. In 2013, he received the Citizenship Award from the NC Dental Society. Bruce's love of golf inspired him to make a yearly golfing trip to Scotland, where he was a member of the Machrihanish Golf Club in Campbeltown, Scotland. He so loved those trips, and golf. Bruce's wintertime hobby was making model boats. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Ellen; and two children, Jimbob (Hazel) Lyon of Silver Spring, MD, and Linda Davis of Colfax; grandchildren, Teighlor Charrier, Ishshah Bell, Priscilla Corroyer, Osiris Rebollo, Moises Rebollo, Nefi Rebollo; and great-grandchildren, Bella, Emma, Jethro, Hazel, Jaime, and Lilyanne. The Lyon family is very appreciative of the exceptional care and support provided by caregiver, Ishmael Sesay, and by Auroracare Hospice of Greensboro. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Golfers Against Cancer, 1700 Lake Greenwood Trail, Kingwood, TX 77339 or to Authoracare Collective, 2500 Summit Ave., Greensboro, NC 27405. Published by Greensboro News & Record from Aug. 17 to Aug. 21, 2022. English Thursday, August 11, 2022

1963

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/brucelyon.jpg" width="150" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/george-donnelly-65">George Donnelly '65</a> George Donnelly, age 80, peacefully passed away on November 22nd, 2022, in Wheaton, Illinois. Beloved husband of Jamie Donnelly for 57 years. Loving father of Marybeth (Reid) Sawyer, Patrick (Kathryn) Donnelly, Jo Ellyn (Michael) Musial, Mark (Michelle) Donnelly. Dear Grandfather of Michael, Katherine and Matthew King; Sean, Jack, Clare and Eleanor Donnelly; Mark, Joseph, Meredith and Sarah Musial; Olivia and Benjamin Donnelly. Fond brother of Jean Snitman, James Donnelly, and David Donnelly, who proceeded him in death. George was born in Chicago, Illinois, son of Eugene and Anna (Wilcox) Donnelly. He was a graduate of DeKalb High School class of 1960 and received a BS Degree from the University of Illinois and a Juris Doctor Degree from Northern Illinois College of Law. George was a member of Beta Theta Pi Social Fraternity, and the 1964 Illinois Rose Bowl Team. He earned three varsity letters with the Illini and co-captained the football team his senior year. He was first team All-Big Ten and All-American in 1964. Donnelly was the No.13 overall selection in the first round of the 1965 NFL draft and continued his football career with the San Francisco 49ers. After retiring from professional athletics, George was the General Manager and in-house counsel for PFW, a national sports magazine. He was a member of the Chicago Bar and an attorney in private practice in Wheaton, Illinois. In retirement he served on numerous arbitration panels in DuPage County. Visitation at Williams-Kampp Funeral Home, 430 E. Roosevelt Rd., Wheaton, Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 9:00 A.M. until time of Prayers at 10:15 A.M., going to St. James the Apostle Catholic Church, 480 S. Park Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Mass at 11:00 A.M. Interment Private. Memorial gifts can be donated to St. James the Apostle, St. Vincent de Paul Society fund. Funeral info (630)668-0016 or <a href="http://www.williams-kampp.com">www.williams-kampp.com</a> English Tuesday, November 22, 2022

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/georgedonnelly.jpg" width="155" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/james-craig-potter-66">James Craig Potter '66</a> James Craig Potter, environmental lawyer of Alexandria, Va., passed away of brain cancer on Friday, July 1, 2022. He was 78. Craig was raised in Urbana and began his legal career in Wyoming, where he fell in love with the outdoors. In 1975, Craig moved to D.C., where he worked on Capitol Hill, served in several presidential appointments at the Interior Department and led the air program at the Environmental Protection Agency. In 1980, Craig met Louise Carter, a schoolteacher from Baltimore. They were married in 1982, had their only son, Spencer, in 1983, and earlier this year celebrated 40 years together. Following his government service, Craig began a thriving private legal practice and established himself as a nationally recognized environmental attorney specializing in clean air, clean water and endangered species. His proudest professional accomplishment was the 30 years of conservation work he did for the San Diego Zoo. Craig is remembered as a man of many interests, a passionate environmentalist, a devoted father and husband, a first-class fisherman, and a lover of life. A service in memory of Craig will be held at 11 a.m. Oct. 22, 2022, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 1608 Russell Road, Alexandria, Va. He is survived by his wife, Louise (Carter) Potter; son Spencer Bryant Potter; brother David Leigh Potter; sister Pamela Potter Clegg and three grandchildren. English Friday, July 1, 2022

1966

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/craigpotter.jpg" width="158" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/john-p-westover-61">John P. Westover '61</a> John Phillip Westover (Jack) aged 81 passed away on August 28th 2021 at Focused Care in Woodruff, WI. Jack was born on September 3, 1939 in Springfield, Illinois to Alma and Robert Westover. After graduation from the University of Illinois in 1961 he married Becky Hosford. Jack was in the Navy for 4 years, stationed at the Communications Center in Hawaii and in the Naval Reserve for an additional 4 years. Jack spent his entire career in telecommunications working for Illinois Bell and then AT&T. Jack loved golf, politics, and the Illini. He was elected to the Glenbard District school board in the Chicago suburbs, and served as Vice President. Throughout his life, he enjoyed the game of golf, twice living alongside the links. He also served on the founding committee of the Ed Posh scholarship fund at the Village Links of GlenEllyn. Jack is preceded in death by his parents and sister Nancy Baer. He is survived by his beloved wife Becky, and their children Rob Westover of Minocqua, Mark (Dr. Barbara Galligan) of Berkeley, California, and Lynn (Mike) Redenbaugh of Minocqua. Jack is also survived by his six grandchildren; Matt, Josh, and Grace Redenbaugh, and Darragh, Aoife, and Declan Westover. A memorial gathering for Jack will be held on Saturday, September 11th at Nimsgern Funeral Home Chapel in Woodruff, WI from 4:00 to 5:00 pm with a Memorial Service at 5 pm followed by a celebration of life. English Saturday, August 28, 2021

1961

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/westoverjohn.jpg" width="155" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/calvin-deweerdt-64">Calvin DeWeerdt '64</a> Calvin DeWeerdt, 78, passed away on Nov. 3, 2020, following a brief illness. Cal was born in Clinton, Iowa, and called Rockford home for more than 55 years. Following graduation from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, he was General Manager at Cudahy Packing Company for many years and transitioned to a decades-long real estate career, which included serving as past president of the Home Builders Association of the Greater Rockford Area. His hobbies included landscaping, golf, rooting for the Cubs and other Chicago teams, and photography. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially supporting his grandchildren at their many athletic events through the years. He will be missed most by his wife of 57 years, Marian (Maggio) DeWeerdt, children Jeff (Stacey) DeWeerdt, Dan (Anna) DeWeerdt, and Amy (Jim) O’Toole, grandchildren Jack, Ben, Sam, Hank, Ellie, Mary Jane, Peter, and Kevin; and brother, Ken DeWeerdt (Mary Bennett). Preceded in death by parents, Elmer and Gladys DeWeerdt, and brother, Eugene. <a href="https://www.weltefuneral.com/obituary/calvin-deweerdt">https://www.weltefuneral.com/obituary/calvin-deweerdt</a> English Tuesday, November 3, 2020

1964

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/deweerdt.jpg" width="200" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/william-stanford-65">William A. Stanford '65</a> William A. Stanford '65 April 20, 1943 - October 31, 2020 Bill was born in Centralia, Illinois, then moved around the state during childhood due to his father's profession. For college, he chose the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, where he won an R.O.T.C. scholarship that gave him a Navy Commission as well as his Economics degree, with honors, in 1965. It was at the University of Illinois that Bill met and married Judy. Their honeymoon took them to Paris. When they returned, Bill went back to the University of Illinois for an M.B.A. He started work for Eli Lilly and Company in 1967 but left to fulfill a four-year Navy R.O.T.C. Commitment serving as supply officer on the U.S.S. Ashland, the first L.S.D. (Landing Ship Dock) built during World War II. Back at Lilly in 1971, he was sent to Dusseldorf, Germany, as financial manager for Elizabeth Arden. A Lilly subsidiary, and their business travels began: from Dusseldorf to Vienna to Sao Paulo, Brazil, overseeing Elizabeth Arden. Bill was brought to Lilly headquarters in Indianapolis in 1981. Various rapid promotions led to his appointment as Vice President and Controller. During these years, Bill and Judy Stanford were both involved in civic organizations. They continued this participation after 1996 when Bill retired, and they moved to Sarasota's Bird Key. Bill served as Commodore of the Bird Key Yacht Club, Treasurer of the Van Wezel Foundation Board, and Chairman of the Sarasota Memorial Health Care Foundation Board. Bill leaves his wife Judy, two sons, William D. and Preston Kyle, three grandchildren, and brother, Tom Stanford. We send our deepest condolences to Mrs. Stanford and great appreciation for Bill's service to the Club over many years. Published in Herald Tribune from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2020. English Saturday, October 31, 2020

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/stanfordwilliam.jpg" width="163" height="199" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/david-g-cade-62">David G. Cade '62</a> <div>David Cade '62 passed away on January 27, 2021.</div> <div> </div> <div style="padding-left: 30px;">Memorial service will be held at his home-church:</div> <div style="padding-left: 30px;">Wednesday March 10, 2021 at 2pm </div> <div style="padding-left: 30px;">The Woodlands First Baptist Church </div> <div style="padding-left: 30px;">11801 Grogan’s Mill Road The Woodlands, TX </div> David Cade, 80, of The Woodlands, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, January 27th, 2021. He was born March 31, 1940 in White Hall, IL, the son of William and Mary Dawdy, and reared from later youth by adopting father, Kenneth "Cadey" Cade. David graduated Jacksonville HS, Jacksonville, IL, in 1958. He then attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he ran track-and-field, played football, and was member of Beta Theta Pi and US Air Force ROTC. His studies were augmented at the Universities of Colorado and Texas Law. Following a stint of professional minor league baseball with the Brunswick Cardinals in 1962, he went straightaway into building a career in business and finance. As an investment banker, employers included Union Planters in Memphis, and Zion's First National Bank of Salt Lake City. He founded Caliber Capital in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. David Cade's true passion was music. A saxophone player, he built intricate stereo systems in his custom music rooms and loved to entertain friends and guests. Jazz, Blues, and Gospel music were the favorites of his vast record collection. He is survived by daughter Salem (CA), and sons David Marcus (NC) and Shiloh (TX). He was predeceased by sister Diana Dawdy Chesley. A service in remembrance will be held Wednesday, March 10th, 2pm, at The Woodlands First Baptist Church, 11801 Grogans Mill Road. The family welcomes any attendance, condolences and remembrances received in behalf by the church. English Wednesday, January 27, 2021

1962

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/cadedavid2b.jpg" width="119" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/george-bogie-redmon-65">George Bogie Redmon '65</a> George Bogie Redmon ‘65, passed away on February 1, 2021, at the age of 77 in Glen Carbon, IL. He is survived by his wife Judie and his son, Kai. He is also survived by his older brother Gant who is a Sigma Rho Beta class of ’59 Bogie grew up in Collinsville and was on the Collinsville High School basketball team in 1961 that went undefeated in his senior year and won the state championship. He entered the University of Illinois on a basketball scholarship and pledged Beta Theta Pi. He graduated in 1965 with a B.S. in Marketing. Basketball As a sophomore, Bogie was on the team that won the 1963 big ten championship. He was a key member of the team as a junior and senior. He was selected in the 10th round of the NBA draft but chose to go into the insurance business with his father in Collinsville. Bogie was recognized for his basketball career through these honors: <ul> <ul> <li>Fighting Illini Basketball All Century team</li> <li>Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame</li> <li>Illinois Basketball Hall of Fame</li> </ul> </ul> Track & Field Bogie was also on the track team in the shot put and the discus. As a junior he finished 4th in the Big Ten in the discus throw. In his senior year, he was the Big Ten discus champion. Campus Leadership Recognition In addition to being in two varsity sports, Bogie was active in campus organizations. Bogie was president of two organizations of varsity athletes: Tribe of Illini and the Varsity I Association The Tribe of Illini is an organization of student athletes who have received a varsity letter in their sport. The Varsity I Association consists of all Fighting Illini athletes and letter winners from across the decades. Bogie was inducted into to two honor societies: Ma-Wan-Da and Omicron Delta Kappa Ma-Wan-Da is a selective senior honor society which recognizes dedication to the University of Illinois, service to the community, scholarship, and outstanding leadership of its members. Omicron Delta Kappa is a national honor society which recognizes students who have exhibited leadership in campus organizations and have achieved a high scholastic average. Big Ten Medal of Honor The Big Ten conference awarded Bogie ithe Big Ten Medal of Honor for achievement in athletics and academics. The Big Ten Medal of Honor is awarded to one male and one female student from the graduating class of each member institution who has demonstrated excellence on and off the field throughout their college career. Recent Articles Illini Legends, Lists & Lore: Bogie Redmon Mike Pearson, News-Gazette May 6, 2017 <a href="https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/illini-sports/illini-legends-lists-lore-bogie-redmon/article_12f9f200-1050-5c2d-ac0b-76b62604cca3.html">https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/illini-sports/illini-legends-lists-lore-bogie-redmon/article_12f9f200-1050-5c2d-ac0b-76b62604cca3.html</a> Remembering Bogie Redmon Scott Richey, News-Gazette Feb 3, 2021 <a href="///C:/data/beta/obituaries/bogieredmon2.rtf">https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/notes-remembering-bogie-redmon/article_54c0f872-b344-5015-be47-8432b3a6291b.html</a> A Short Tribute to the Legendary Bogie Redmon Mark Jurgena, Troy Times Tribune Feb 1, 2021 <a href="///C:/data/beta/redmon/bogieredmonarticle.docx#_Hlk64835137">https://www.timestribunenews.com/2021/02/01/a-short-tribute-to-the-legendary-bogie-redmon/</a> Obituary <a href="///C:/data/beta/obituaries/bogieredmon.rtf">https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/goedwardsville/obituary.aspx?n=george-redmon&pid=197649965</a> English Monday, February 1, 2021

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/IP0051122-1_20210203.jpg" width="160" height="199" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/phil-yenerich-64">Phil Yenerich '64</a> Phil Yenerich ’64 passed away on March 29, 2020. Phil was from Mendota and studied Industrial Design at Illinois. He was active in both Star Course and The Illio in his first two years. In his senior year, he served as our chapter president. Phil received a BFA in Industrial Design and worked in large corporations as a designer. While at IBM, he received 20 patents for his work. This obituary appeared in the Mendota, IL newspaper: SAHUARITA, Ariz. - Philip C. Yenerich, 77, passed away on March 29, 2020 after a brief illness. Phil was born Oct. 15, 1942 in Mendota to Wesley P. and Nettie C. Yenerich. Survivors include his wife, Susan, who he married in 1981; one son, Matthew Yenerich; and one sister, Marci Yenerich. Phil graduated from Mendota High School in 1960 and went on to the University of Illinois, where he graduated with a B.A. in Industrial Design. His greatest achievements were while employed by IBM and Hewlitt Packard, where he had patents issued on over 20 inventions. After retiring, he and Susan resided in Sahuarita, Ariz. <a href="https://www.mendotareporter.com/article/philip-c-yenerich">https://www.mendotareporter.com/article/philip-c-yenerich</a> English Sunday, March 29, 2020

1964

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/yenerich.jpg" width="109" height="128" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/stephen-steve-knapp-61">Stephen "Steve" Knapp '61</a> PORTAGE/LAKE WISCONSIN/TUSCON, AZ – Stephen Robert “Steve” Knapp, age 79, of Portage, LakeWisconsin area and Tucson, AZ, passed away unexpectedly at UW Hospital in Madison on Thursday, May 23, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Steve was born on December 19, 1939, in Madison, the son of Clyde and Leona (Peterson) Knapp. He married Peggy (Stolt) Hamilton on June 30, 1984. After a long career in Marketing Communications, Steve dedicated his life to serving others. Much of his focus was with the Wisconsin State Lions organization as well as the Lake Wisconsin Lions Club. In Arizona, he became president of the Sun City Oro Valley Homeowners organization. Steve was also a member of the Rotary Club in both Madison and Portage, WI. Steve was an only child, and his Beta Theta Pi Brothers were truly his brothers and life-long friends. He is survived by his wife Peggy of Portage, WI; children, Cynthia (Steven) Bunning of Plymouth, MN, Kathy Knapp of Vernon Hills, IL, Christopher (Kelly) Knapp of Hinsdale, IL; grandchildren, Ashlyn Bunning, Max Bunning, Ryann Knapp, Beau Knapp and Jake Knapp; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Celebration of Steve’s life is planned for Friday, June 14 at the North Shore Restaurant at the Portage Golf Club from noon until 3pm. Address: W7245 Country Club Rd (off Hwy 33). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Wisconsin Lions Foundation, Inc. 3834 County Road A Rosholt, WI 54473 . The family would like to thank the staff at UW Hospital for their care and support. English Thursday, May 23, 2019

1961

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/steveknapp.jpg" width="112" height="200" alt="" title="Steve Knapp" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/daniel-boyd-kokes-65">Daniel Boyd Kokes '65</a> Daniel Boyd Kokes, November 30, 1943-April 15, 2005. Son of Ruth and Wilbur Kokes; brother of Kate Fletcher and Sue Shiffrin; partner of Jeannie; father of Jenni Hulsey, Todd and Matt; father-in-law of Tom and Stacey; brother-in-law of Mary Lee, Larry, Ruth and Barby; Papa of Luke, Zack, Kyle and just-born baby-girl Hulsey; uncle of Cami, Eva, Aaron and Steve. Few knew, nor did he speak of his accomplishments, yet many benefited from the man he was: selfless, playful, genuine, constant, adventuresome. However, he was the man who did much: he nurtured children at the Sittery childcare facility at Little Friends and sang in the Elizabeth Seton choir. He was the man who built bridges in Guatemala and a strawbale home on the Hopi reservation. He supported the endeavors of many in Naperville St. Raphael's, Naperville CARES, St. Elizabeth Seton, Marriage Encounter, Little Friends without needing or demanding recognition. He volunteered every summer for the Washington Island Wisconsin Timber Coooperative. He served as secretary/treasurer of PAVA, a not for-profit foundation to help the indigenous people of Guatemala. For 30 years he dedicated his life to growing the family business, Silbrico Corporation, in Hodgkins, IL. Dan's vitality spread in concentric circles embracing his children and grandchildren, his many friends and associates, reaching finally but most importantly to those less fortunate. He was the man behind the psychologist, the daycare director, the businessman and the musician. He gave much yet asked little. We celebrate Dan Kokes who has now joined Will Kokes and Edward and Lee Mendius in our hearts and memories. The family encourages all who were touched by Dan to join them in remembering and sharing at a gathering on the Summer Solstice at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Naperville. If you have a special memory, anecdote, or thought about Dan, please write it down and send it to Janet Reed, 1413 Culpepper Drive, Naperville 60540, so his grandchildren will one day share in the riches of your stories. "He who binds to himself a Joy, Doth the winged life destroy; But he who Kisses the Joy as it flies, Lives in Eternity's sunrise." William Blake. Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication on Apr. 24, 2005 English Friday, April 15, 2005

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/kokes2.jpg" width="77" height="92" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/james-william-dutcher-55">James William Dutcher '55</a>   James William Dutcher '55 Mar 15, 1934 - Jun 4, 2017 James passed away on June 4, 2017 in Santa Ana, California. Jim was an allstate basketball player in high school from Downers Grove. He entered Illinois and became a Sigma Rho Beta. He went to star on the Illini basketball team. The Daily Illini and local newspapers show several articles about his basketball play. English Sunday, June 4, 2017

1955

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/dutcher.jpg" width="129" height="200" alt="James Dutcher '55" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/david-g-mueller-65">David G. Mueller '65</a> David G. Mueller '65 3-19-1943 - 2-19-1987 From the Hammond Times, Hammond, IN on 2-21-1987: David G. Mueller, age 43, of Livonia, Michigan - formerly of Hammond, Indiana, passed away Thursday, February 19, 1987. Survivors: wife, Sharon; two sons, Thomas and Jeffery: mother, Edna Mueller of Vero Beach, Florida. Funeral services will be held Sunday, February 22, 7 p.m. at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia, Michigan. Memorials would be appreciated in Mr. Mueller's name to Indiana University, Krannert Institute of Cardiology, 1001 W. Tenth St., Indianapolis, In. 46202. Mr. Mueller born in Hammond, attended University of Illinois, graduated 1965; member of the 1963 Rose Bowl Team; was Director of Marketing for I.T.T. English Thursday, February 19, 1987

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/mueller1962.jpg" width="123" height="130" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/david-e-brown-49">David E. Brown '49</a> David E Brown '49 August 10, 2017 Mayville, Wisconsin David Emerson Brown, 91, was a long time Wilmette resident, a strong conservative, patriot and loving husband to Marjorie Frey Brown. She proceeded him in eternity. He was a loving father to David Jr.(Kathy), Judy Howser(Richard), Thomas(Amy), devoted grandfather to Lindsay Schultz(David, Makenna,Owen),Katie Nading(Jesse, Emerson), Crystal Howser, Benton Howser, Elizabeth Davis(Kevin), Richard Howser, Thomas Brown, Douglas Brown and Colton and Piper Markowitz, and loving brother to 'Robert Brown (Toledo), departed this earth surrounded by family August 10, 2017. Dave was known for his strong leadership, great athleticism and his deep devotion to his family. Dave met Marge at DeVilbiss HS, in Toledo,OH. They shared 64 years of marriage. David earned 20 varsity high school letters, setting numerous records.He was state tennis singles champ and doubles champ with brother Bob. He was elected to Scott HS Hall of Fame in 1987. He enlisted in the Navy Air Corps V5 program and spent most of his enlistment at various colleges bolstering their athletic teams. He quarterbacked Franklin and Marshall (PA) to their only undefeated season and weeks later was quarterbacking Princeton to victory over Harvard. Following WWII, he attended the U of I where he was captain and Big 10 tennis champ. He joined Beta Theta Pi fraternity in which he remained active all of his life, serving a national treasurer for many years. He joined Kemper Insurance as a CPA and later as an attorney with legislative affairs.He and Marge spent 5 years in New Orleans where he was President of the Young Businessmen Organization and very active in the New Orleans Lawn Tennis Club where he was secretary. He was instrumental in organizing tennis in the south and was President of the Southern Lawn Tennis Assoc. He served in many leadership positions in the USLTA now USTA. He was elected Republican State Central Committeeman for several terms, was treasurer of the Illinois Republican party and was head of the New Trier Republican Organization for over 30 years. He hosted dignitaries including Presidents Regan and George H.W. Bush. He was active in the United Way, United Charities, Clearwater Camp, the Northwestern Settlement and Trinity church. He was a fierce competitor and athlete, playing competitive tennis in New Orleans, Chicago and at the Glen View Club, winning the National Father Son Clay Court Championship with Davie JR, in 1974. Dave was an avid curler, traveling all over for bonspiels, He was President oft the US Curling Association and in 1972 brought the National Championships to Wilmette, He vacationed each summer with his family at various National Parks, hiking the trails and climbing mountains. He served as a Regan appointee to the Lewis and Clark foundation and traveled that trail for annual meetings. In retirement, he and Marge moved to their beloved Maycrest in Mayville, WI where he continued to play bridge, tennis and golf at Old Hickory in Beaver Dam. He had a hole in one on #7, He loved sharing a beer with his Mayville friends and riding on his John Deere. He and Marge were snowbirds, spending the winters at Desert Mountain in Scottsdale, AZ. He never retired from being a Cub fan (World Champs) but was best known as a rabid Bear fan, acquiring his season tickets from GSH in 1960. For 50 years he never missed a game. He sang the fight song with gusto following each touchdown and he frequently wrote the coaches with his astute observations on game calling and suggestions on how to tackle. He touched many lives and charmed everyone. He lived by the motto "Another Day, Another A".He was a Jolly Good Fellow. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 23,2017 1 pm at Trinity Methodist Church, 1024 Lake Ave., Wilmette, IL. a reception will also be held in Mayville. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Men of Principle Campaign, Beta Theta Pi Foundation, Brennan Hall, PO Box 6277.,Oxford, OH 45056. <a href="http://hosting-22669.tributes.com/obituary/show/David-E.-Brown-105162767">http://hosting-22669.tributes.com/obituary/show/David-E.-Brown-105162767</a> English Thursday, August 10, 2017

1949

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/browndavid.jpg" width="200" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/john-jack-christiansen-49">John "Jack" Christiansen '49</a> John "Jack" Christiansen '49 Passed away on 2017-08-16 John Valdemar (“Jack”) Christiansen was a long time resident of Bainbridge Island and died after a brief illness on August 16 at age 89. He was born on September 28, 1927, in Chicago to Christian Valdemar and Louise Linderoth Christiansen. His father worked for the Bowman Dairy Company and the family moved to Oak Park, Illinois, in 1937. He studied Architectural Engineering at the University of Illinois, graduating in 1949. The engineering and art departments shared a building at the University of Illinois, and it was in its hallways that art major Sue Hasselquist attracted Jack’s eye. After a nine month courtship, they were married in Moline, Illinois, on March 12, 1950. They lived in Chicago for a few years where Jack attended Northwestern University for a Masters Degree in Structural Engineering and began his professional career. Jack and Sue realized that each harbored a secret desire to go west. They crossed the country in 1952 in “the old clunker,” a black Ford, with their first born Janet Sue, to the chagrin of both sides of the family. They rented a cottage at Green Spot on Bainbridge Island, and Jack went to work for a structural engineering firm in Seattle. They settled near Fletcher Bay where Jack remodeled a garage into a house for his growing family and then designed and built the home where he and Sue launched their children into the world and lived to the ends of their lives. Jack and Sue shared their passion for outdoor adventure with many over the years. Jack, the “fearless leader,” planned the trips, and friends and family happily followed. These adventures included exploring the Olympic Mountains, scaling Washington volcanoes, boating Puget Sound, trekking through Europe and South America, rafting great rivers, skiing, and reaching the “ends of the earth” by ship. Jack accomplished a lifetime goal of climbing the 100 tallest peaks in the Olympics. Jack became a partner for his firm, Skilling, Helle, Christiansen, Robertson. He engineered countless structures in the Pacific Northwest, including the Museum of Flight (1983), Yakima Valley SunDome (1990), USA Pavilion at Expo ‘74 in Spokane (1974), and numerous buildings at universities across the state and at the 1962 World’s Fair, such as the arches at the Pacific Science Center and the Exhibition Hall (now Pacific Northwest Ballet) (1962). He engineered the Bainbridge High School grandstand in 1990. He considered his crowning achievement to be the design of the Seattle Kingdome – a concrete dome structure spanning over 660-feet in diameter. Built as a publically-funded, multipurpose arena, the Kingdome played an essential role in the growth of Seattle – bringing large-scale professional sports teams to the Pacific Northwest for the first time when it opened in 1976. Jack commonly professed his love for structural engineering. “Being an engineer was a lot of fun because of the finished product,” he said. “A building is a great big thing, and you can see it, and touch it. It’s like you are creating sculpture on a grand scale.” In 2016, he was awarded the Eduardo Torroja Medal by the International Association of Shell and Spatial Structures. Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife Sue in 2010. He is survived by his five children – Janet (Torre) Jorgenson, Karin (Shigeki) Kajita, Robert Christiansen, John (Vivian) Christiansen and Nelda (Clif) Swiggett, and six grandchildren – Eric, Noel, Dylan, Karen, Jack and Aaron. For more information on John's career, go to <a href="http://pcad.lib.washington.edu/person/3780/">http://pcad.lib.washington.edu/person/3780/</a> . Taken from the Bainbridge Review 9/1/2017 <a href="http://www.bainbridgereview.com/obituaries/john-valdemar-jack-christiansen/">http://www.bainbridgereview.com/obituaries/john-valdemar-jack-christiansen/</a> English Wednesday, August 16, 2017

1949

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/christiansen2.jpg" width="176" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/george-h-paris-40">George H. Paris '40</a> George H. Paris '40 May 29, 1918 - June 24, 2014 George H. Paris, born May 29, 1918 in Huron South Dakota, grew up in Springfield Illinois, graduated from the University of Illinois, college of Engineering in 1940, and retired from the Portland Cement Association in 1983. Preceded in death by his wife Muriel and survived by his children Beth, Scott, and Martha, eleven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be June 29 at 3pm at Covenant Village, 2625 Techny Road, Northbrook Illinois. Memorial donations may be given to: Winnetka Covenant Church, Stephen Ministries, 1200 Hibbard Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 or North Shore Baptist Church Renovation Fund, 5244 North Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640 English Tuesday, June 24, 2014

1940

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/paris_george.jpg" width="176" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/allen-cassens-58">Allen Cassens '58</a> Allen Cassens '58 passed away on 6/13/2014. This obituary was published in Edwardsville Intelligencer. Allen R. Cassens, age 77, of Edwardsville, Illinois, died at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 13, 2014, at his home. Allen was Chairman of Cassens Corporation. He served on many boards including Southern Illinois University Foundation, McKendree College, TheBank of Edwardsville, and Allison's Friends of Hope. Allen was born July 22, 1936, in Granite City the son of the later Arnold H. & Clara (Strohmeier) Cassens. He married Linda (Cohn) Braly on September 25, 1969, in Hamel, Illinois. Besides his wife Linda, Allen is survived by 2 sons, Jeff Cassens & wife Kris of Summerville, South Carolina, and Doug Braly & wife Angela of Indianapolis, Indiana; 11 grandchildren, Brian Cassens & wife Stephanie, Ashleigh, Rebecca, Hollie, & Alex Cassens, Matthew Butcher, Jeffrey Butcher, Clayton Cassens, Tyler, Matthew, and Rachel Braly; 1 great granddaughter, Mina Cassens. He was preceded in death by 3 daughters, Deborah Braly, Jill Butcher, and Allison Cassens Hutchinson and a sister, Audrey Carlton. He was a trustee at McKendree College since 1996 and served on the Development and Academic Committees. Allen received the Friend of the University Award, one of the highest awards given by McKendree College. Allen was a member of the Executive Committee of the National Automobile Transportation Labor Division for decades. He was extremely active in numerous national contract negotiations as well as arbitration. Allen was an avid flyer having many type ratings from helicopters to P-51 Mustangs. He loved traveling, music, dancing, photography, boating, and was an antique car collector. Allen served in the U.S. Army Reserves at Ft. Leonardwood. Family requests memorials be given to Mary Crowley Cancer Research Center, 1700 Pacific Avenue, Suite 1100, Dallas, Texas.. English Friday, June 13, 2014

1958

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/cassens_allen.jpg" width="171" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/william-l-loving-53">William L. Loving '53</a> <div class="as_h1">William L. Loving '53 5/21/1931 - 11/7/2016 Lake Forest, Illinois </div> English Monday, November 7, 2016

1953

<a href="/mystic-shrine/ramon-e-dale-50">Ramon E Dale '50</a> Ramon E Dale '50 7/71926 - 1/21/2017 The following is from the Sonoma Index-Tribune. Ramon "Gene" Dale passed away in Corte Madera, CA. Gene Dale, a long-time resident of San Francisco, Sonoma and Marin died January 21 at the age of 90. Mr. Dale founded and served as president of the commercial real estate firm of Callan, Stroud and Dale in San Francisco. He lived a full and active life, continuing to work well into his 80s and traveling extensively up until his 90th birthday. Ramon Eugene 'Gene' Dale was born in Effingham, Illinois in 1926 to parents Oscar and Alice Dale. He was raised in Decatur, Ill. In 1938, his Boy Scout troop canoed across Hudson Bay and were featured in Life Magazine. His troop later traveled to the East Coast where they watched a West Point graduation, met FDR and attended the 1939 World's Fair in New York. He later attained the rank of Eagle Scout. Mr. Dale graduated from Decatur High School as Salutatorian in 1944 and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1944-1946. After his Navy service, he enrolled at the University of Illinois, joining Beta Theta Pi fraternity, serving as business manager for the yearbook and graduating with a Business Degree in 1950. Mr. Dale worked for IBM in Chicago before moving to San Francisco in the mid 1950's and working in commercial real estate for Coldwell Banker. In 1959, Mr. Dale, along with John Callan and Michael Stroud, formed their own firm, specializing in commercial properties in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Mr. Dale lived in Mill Valley for twenty years where he and his former wife raised their two children. He was a member, and former president, of the Family Club in San Francisco and a member of the St. Francis Yacht Club, the World Trade Club and the S.F. Stock Exchange Club. He served on the board of directors for numerous organizations. Mr. Dale married his wife Judy in 1982. They spent the rest of their lives together, dividing their time between San Francisco and Sonoma until her recent passing in September of 2016. For many years, they owned a beautiful old lodge high up on Mt. Veeder in Sonoma County where they spent much of their time and regularly hosted and entertained family and friends. In business and in his personal life, Mr. Dale was known for his energy, sense of humor, integrity, charm and warmth. For those who knew him, he was a wonderful story and joke teller. His tendency to start laughing before the punch line only served to enhance a joke. Mr. Dale met some interesting and notable people during his lifetime, including Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Winston Churchill. One of his favorite stories to tell involved a long night he spent in Sun Valley, Idaho, drinking with Ernest Hemingway. He loved music, especially jazz, and saw all the top jazz musicians play live. He played drums and produced musical shows at various times during his life, including numerous shows for The Family Club. Mr. Dale also loved to be active and travel. He and Judy traveled to locations all over the world, including Venice, Paris, Rome, St. Petersburg, Machu Picchu, Bali and the Galapagos Islands to name a few. Their adventures eventually took them to all seven continents. An avid hiker, he loved Yosemite and the Grand Canyon. At the impressive age of 71, he hiked from the South Rim to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and back. Survivors include his son Jeff Dale, his wife Cathy and their children Joey, Alex and Maddie, his daughter Cathy Coontz, her husband Jeff and their children Sean and Ella, his stepdaughter Catherine Freund Dale-Jablonowski and her husband Michael and daughter Frebrenie "Brennie" Dale and his step-daughter Marnie Freund Beamesderfer, whose husband David Beamesderfer predeceased her in 2015. There will be a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Dale's name may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and/or the Yosemite Conservancy. Published in the Sonoma Index-Tribune from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 201 English Saturday, January 21, 2017

1950

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/dale_ramon.jpg" width="200" height="167" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/james-r-leach-md-59">James R. Leach, M.D. '59</a> James R Leach '59 passed away on April 9, 2016. The following article is from Tulsa World. James R. "Jim" Leach, gifted surgeon, a gentleman and a gentle man who experienced life's ups and downs with equanimity, left this world April 9, 2016 for his next great adventure after a spirited battle with Parkinson's disease.Jim lived life with passion and drive. He was a devoted husband to Carol, his wife of over 52 years and a loving and attentive father and grandfather. He treasured his career as a Urologist, with an extra special place in his heart for his Pediatric Urology patients. With his free time, he seized every opportunity to enjoy life. Whether playing tennis, sailing, gardening, swimming in his pool, playing in his regular poker game, or traveling the world, Jim was always active. Playing golf at Shangri-La and Southern Hills was Jim's favorite way to spend a beautiful afternoon with friends and family. A hole in one at The Boulders was a highlight of his golfing days. Born in West Frankfort, Illinois, to Mildred Center Leach and Randal Adrien Leach, Jim learned the value of education and hard work. He graduated as valedictorian of Frankfort High School in 1955, and went on to the University of Illinois, Champaign, and then the University of Illinois Medical School, interning at Illinois Central Railroad Hospital. On July 6, 1963, Jim married Carol Seidenbach. They met while on a double date, when she was a junior at Northwestern and he was in his last year of medical school. Jim's date spent the evening comforting a friend and Jim spent the evening wooing Carol, who saw in Jim an astonishing resemblance to her father. They were a couple from that night forward.The pair traveled from Illinois to Michigan to Ohio to Texas as Jim completed residencies in general surgery, urology, pediatric urology and two years in the U.S. Air Force. During this time, their son, Christopher James Leach, and daughter, Leslie Carolyn Leach, were born. In 1970, they returned to Tulsa, Carol's hometown, where Jim was the fourth partner to join Tulsa Urologic Clinic.These were joyous years for Jim and his family watching his children's musical and theatrical talents emerge, traveling with their close friends, hosting neighbors for an annual Fourth of July pool party, sailing at the lake, welcoming into the family Robert van Egmond, a Dutch foreign exchange student, even experiencing empty nest syndrome. Tragically, their happiness was shattered when Chris died of sudden heart failure at age 30.But Jim and Carol experienced joy once again. Daughter Leslie found true love, thanks to Jim's introduction of his college sweetheart's son, Scott Crawford. The couple brought new happiness to the family with three daughters, whom Jim watched grow into beautiful and talented young women. Jim contributed to Tulsa's medical community beyond his medical practice. He served as Chief of Staff of St. John Medical Center and chaired the urology section and numerous medical committees. He was on the St. John board of directors from 1989-1995, a clinical professor of surgery/urology at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine-Tulsa and chairman of the board, Valu-Med IPA. In 1996, with partners, he set up Urologic Specialists of Oklahoma, Inc., from which Jim retired in 2007. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Chris. He is survived by his wife, Carol; daughter, Leslie Crawford and husband, Scott; granddaughters, Caroline, Susanna and Clare Crawford; sister, Kay Gholson and husband, Jerry; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Cynthia and Alvin Kruse.Service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday April 13, at All Souls Unitarian Church. Moore Funeral Home Rosewood Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To remember Jim, friends may contribute to Parkinson Foundation of Oklahoma (parkinsonoklahoma.com) or the Michael J. Fox Foundation (michaeljfox.org/Donate_Now). Moore's Rosewood Chapel, Tulsa 918-744-1202. <a href="http://www.moorefuneral.com">www.moorefuneral.com</a> English Saturday, April 9, 2016

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<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/leach_james.jpg" width="133" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/dr-carlton-van-doren-55">Dr. Carlton Van Doren '55</a> Dr. Carlton Van Doren '55 died on July 29,2016. The following article is from the News-Gazette. ANDERSON, S.C. – Dr. Carlton S. Van Doren, 83, formerly of Urbana and College Station, Texas, passed away peacefully of natural causes at the National Health Care facility in Anderson, S.C., on Friday (July 29, 2016). He was married to Sharon Ruth Van Doren (nee Cruthers) who predeceased him in December 2015. Carlton is survived by his daughter, Abigail Van Doren, and son-in-law, Paul Womer, of Brunswick, Maine; his daughter, Rebecca (Van Doren) Minear, and son-in-law, Scott Minear of Houston; and his granddaughter, Mallory Minear, also of Houston. Carlton was born in Urbana, where he was a high school thespian, lettered in basketball and earned his Eagle Scout rank. Carlton attended the University of Illinois where he received his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in geography; he continued his advanced education at Michigan State University where he was accorded a doctorate in geography. Carlton eventually specialized in travel and tourism and taught at the University of South Dakota, and Ohio State University. He retired as professor emeritus from Texas A&M University in 1996. Carlton was a founding member of The Academy of Leisure Sciences. He was the first editor of the Journal of Leisure Research and co-founding editor of Leisure Sciences. His interests were reflected in a co-authored text, Travel and Tourism, An Anglo-North American Perspective, and in other principal publications edited or co-authored, such as Land and Leisure and Statistics on Outdoor Recreation. He served on the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) Research Advisory Board, Society of Parks and Recreation Educator (SPRE) Board of Directors and as a trustee of the U.S. Travel Data Center. A Distinguished Fellow of SPRE, Carlton received the Family Camping Federation's Research Award, the Sapora Research Award from the University of Illinois and NRPA's National Research (Roosevelt) Award. Aside from these accolades, the highest honors came from his students. He was described as a scholar, teacher, mentor and friend. His scholarly abilities were evidenced in the leadership he provided in his profession and research he conducted based on his intuitive insights into leisure and tourism behavior. As a teacher, he taught by example and challenged his students to develop knowledge and sophistication in their chosen specializations. To most students, he was the epitome of "what a professor should be." As a mentor, he exhibited a model of commitment to scholarly inquiry and ethical standards for students and colleagues alike. In addition, he practiced the highest ethical standards throughout his career and life. As a friend, he helped both students and colleagues work through the challenges of an academic career and life in general. With an "open door" always available to listen and talk, he helped others respond to life's professional and personal challenges. Through it all, he found time to garden, tinker with model airplanes, and indulge his fascination with World War II aircraft. Upon his retirement from Texas A&M, an outdoor bench was placed in his honor and a tree planted in his name. Yet, as an individual who cared both about the environment and his beloved alma mater of Illinois, he remained torn: "... braking for all animals, except Michigan Wolverines." Carlton will be interred along with Sharon at Woodlawn Cemetery in Urbana at a date to be determined. A graveside service will be conducted for both at that time. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the University of Illinois, School of Geography, and/or to the Van Doren Family Endowed Scholarship Fund at Texas A&M. Condolences may be offered online at <a href="http://www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com">www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com</a>. The McDougald Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Anderson, S.C., is handling arrangements. English Friday, July 29, 2016

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<a href="/mystic-shrine/charles-m-tinder-jr-63">Charles M. Tinder Jr '63</a> Charles M. (Chuck) Tinder Jr., 75, of Las Vegas, NV passed away Friday, June 17, 2016 of Multiple Myeloma. He was born in Joliet, IL to Charles M. Sr. and Bernice Tinder and attended Joliet Township High School. He received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Illinois in Champaign in 1964 and Master of Architecture degree from the University of Washington in Seattle, WA in 1965. He was a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. After his apprenticeship he received his Architectural License, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certification and membership in the American Institute of Architects. During this time Chuck volunteered to serve in the US Army Reserves and received a commission as a First Lieutenant and was assigned to a combat engineer and intelligence unit. After practicing architecture with NBBJ Architects in Seattle he accepted a position on the Art & Architecture faculty at the University of Idaho in Moscow, ID where he became a tenured Associate Professor of Architecture. In 1976 Chuck moved to Reno, NV where he designed and served as project manager in building the Comstock Hotel & Casino. After receiving his Nevada Gaming License he became a managing partner and operations manager of the 300-room hotel and casino resort. During this time he served as Chairman of the Washoe County Regional Planning Commission. His special event involvement included being a member of the Reno Rodeo Association, Reno Air Races and founding member of Reno's "Hot August Nights" festival. His casino design efforts continued with projects in Nevada, Texas Gulf and on the Mississippi River. Following a change in ownership of the Comstock Hotel & Casino he became the Western Marketing Manager stationed in Sacramento, CA for project/construction management services for hospital, correctional and educational facilities for the Kitchell CEM Corp. followed by a similar position in Boise, ID for Morrison-Knudsen. In 1995 Chuck became the Administrator of Facilities & Operations for the Boise, ID School District where he was responsible for all district facilities including 50 school sites. He played a major role in school district facility master planning, successful passage of Capital Improvement Programs totaling $149-million and contract administration for the building new and renovation of school facilities. In 2006 Chuck and his wife Barbara retired in Sun City Summerlin, Las Vegas, NV where he served on the Architectural Review and Common Area Properties committees and enjoying played golf, pickle-ball, softball and sharing a naughty joke from time to time. Throughout their life together and because of their love of travel Chuck and Barbara visited 35 foreign countries and all 50 states. Chuck is survived by his beloved wife Barbara; children, Kari Mirich (Rock) of Cheyenne, WY, Craig Tinder (Jenny) of Charlotte, NC, Deanne Ball (Jerry) of Seattle, WA, and Eric Oase of San Leandro, CA; grandchildren, Christopher, Heather, Cooper, Tayler, Carter, Hayley, Emliy; and great-grandaughter, Cali; sister-in-law, Beverly Joutras; and niece Cindy MacFarland of Northfield, IL; cousins, Tom Marsh and Kelsie Marsh of Boise, ID; and many more family members and friends. Chuck will be greatly missed by all who knew his infectious smile, spontaneous laugh, and pure love of life. A celebration of life gathering for family and friends will be at the Tinder residence, 2816 Crown Ridge Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89134 on Sunday, August 7, 2016 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in his memory to the International Myeloma Foundation, 12650 Riverside Dr., Ste. 206, North Hollywood, CA 91607. Published in The Herald-News on July 3, 2016 English Friday, June 17, 2016

1963

<a href="/mystic-shrine/arthur-c-maimon-md-46">Arthur C Maimon MD '46</a> Arthur Currie Maimon, 91, Durham NC, died 01-27-2016. English Wednesday, January 27, 2016

1946

<a href="/mystic-shrine/robert-c-hahn-50">Robert C. Hahn '50</a> PEORIA - Robert C. Hahn, 88, Gray, TN, formerly of Peoria, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2016, surrounded by his loving family, into the arms of his savior, Jesus Christ. He was born March 8, 1928, in Chicago, to Virginia and Otis Hahn. He married Pat Semmelroth on February 14, 1953, in Peoria, Illinois. She survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Jill (David) Tursam of Gray, TN; a son, Tod W. Hahn of Morton, IL; a daughter, Mardi (Dr. Todd) Mitchell of Indianapolis, IN; 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Bob graduated from the University of Illinois, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. He was associated with Northwestern Mutual Life for over 52 years, receiving many awards, including life membership in the Million Dollar Round Table. He was a past member of Mt. Hawley Country Club, where he served as Treasurer. Bob was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church, where he served as an elder. Memorials may be made to one of the following: Grace Presbyterian Church of Peoria, IL, Peoria Area Youth for Christ or Smoky Mountain Home Healthcare & Hospice of Kingsport, TN. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.MtnEmpireCBS.com">www.MtnEmpireCBS.com</a>. Published in Peoria Journal Star on Sept. 7, 2016 English Saturday, September 3, 2016

1950

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/hahn_robert.jpg" width="130" height="178" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/randy-m-reu-66">Randy M. Reu '66</a> Randy Melvin Reu, 60, of Ingleside, formerly of Carthage, died at his home on Saturday, April 10, 2004, after a long battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis "Lou Gehrig's disease." He was born on Jan. 30, 1944, at Aurora, a son of Melvin Thompson and Evelyn Lindsey Reu. He married Mary Adkins on Sept. 22, 1973, in Farnhamville, Iowa. He later married Martha Jane Potempa, on Sept. 13, 1986, in Woodstock. He is survived by his wife, Jane; two daughters, Marilee of Minneapolis and Mollie, at home; one son, Geoffrey of Chicago; his mother, Evelyn of Sterling; one sister, Marie (Glenn) Motsinger of Sterling; and one brother, Rex (Mary) Reu of Bloomington. He was preceded in death by his father. He grew up in Carthage and was educated in the Carthage schools. He graduated from Carthage Community High School in 1962, where he earned varsity letters in multiple sports. He thereafter attended the University of Illinois. He was employed at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange in its computer department for over 20 years, retiring as a supervisor in June 2002. In his spare time, he enjoyed water skiing on Duck Lake, attending sports events, playing guitar, reading history and spending time with family and friends. He also served the United Methodist Church of Antioch as a greeter, a nursery worker and a member of its worship committee. Services were held Tuesday, April 13, at the United Methodist Church in Antioch. Rev. Gary Curl officiated. Burial will be at a later date in Moss Ridge Cemetery, near Carthage. Friends who were unable to attend the services are invited to sign the on-line guestbook at <a href="http://www.legacy.com">www.legacy.com</a>. Memorials may be made to the Carthage High School Boosters Club, c/o Dan Dion, 723 S. Washington St., Carthage, Ill., 62321, or to the United Methodist Church of Antioch, 848 Main St., Antioch, Ill., 60002. English Saturday, April 10, 2004

1966

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/reu3.jpg" width="200" height="173" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/david-michelman-65">David Michelman '65</a> The following article is from the Detroit Free Press. <h2>David Michelman: Leader in mental health services</h2> October 16, 2003 BY JULIE EDGAR FREE PRESS STAFF WRITER Holly resident and psychologist David Michelman died suddenly Monday at a conference of mental health professionals in Traverse City. He was 60. Mr. Michelman, a licensed clinical psychologist, retired almost three years ago from Genesee County Community Mental Health, where he served as deputy director and program chief of mentally ill adult services. He worked there for 30 years. A year later, at the behest of a longtime colleague he had hired years earlier, he took a job at New Passages, a organization that runs group homes and does outreach for the mentally ill homeless population in such counties as Oakland, Macomb and Genesee. He served as regional program director for outpatient services in clinics in Macomb and Genesee counties. Mr. Michelman figured he would finally retire for good in two years, so he and his wife, Janet, could take the long trips they dreamed about. Janet Michelman met her husband 20 years ago at a party given by a mutual friend, but he did not ask her out until they met again a year later. Then it took more than five years of dating for him to propose. He was 45 when they wed. Mr. Michelman loved the thrust and parry of politics, which he read about avidly, and loved books and good food. He also watched a lot of sports and was still pretty good at basketball, Janet Michelman said. Bob Sprague, chief operating officer of New Passages, was hired at Genessee County Mental Health in 1978 by Mr. Michelman. It was he who coaxed Mr. Michelman out of retirement two years ago and put him to work at New Passages. "He was widely known throughout the state; he was a pioneer in the community mental health movement," Sprague said. Mr. Michelman also was involved with the day treatment programs at Genesee Community Mental Health. Besides his wife, Mr. Michelman is survived by stepdaughters Kristin Harrington and Kara Herdrich; two stepgrandchildren, and a sister. English Friday, October 3, 2003

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/michelman.jpg" width="126" height="175" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/richard-daeschner-66">Richard Daeschner '66</a> Dick Daeschner was from Arlington Heights. He entered the U of Illinois in the fall of 1962 and majored in Finance. Dick was a loyal member of Sigma Rho and served the chapter as pledge trainer for one year. Dick was active in several student organizations including Wa Na See, Sachem, and Skull & Crescent. And he was a member of the Student Senate for two years and on the Major Committee of Student Senate. The Illio recognized him for his campus leadership efforts by including him in their segment "Who's Who at Illinois". <table style="width: 418px; height: 620px;" border="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td> Here Dick is pictured with the other Sigma Rho chapter officers. Dick is in the middle of the first row. </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <div class="media media-element-container media-teaser"><div id="file-293" class="file file-image file-image-jpeg"> <h2 class="element-invisible"><a href="/file/293">officers.jpg</a></h2> <div class="content"> <img height="220" width="162" class="media-image media-element file-media-small image-style-medium" data-delta="1" typeof="foaf:Image" src="http://beta.vangsnessconsulting.com/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/officers.jpg?itok=LhMY8Bbe" alt="" title="" /> </div> </div> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Here Dick is shown in the Illio as one of the "Who's Who at Illinois". <div class="media media-element-container media-teaser"><div id="file-294" class="file file-image file-image-jpeg"> <h2 class="element-invisible"><a href="/file/294">whoswho.jpg</a></h2> <div class="content"> <img height="220" width="159" class="media-image media-element file-media-small image-style-medium" data-delta="2" typeof="foaf:Image" src="http://beta.vangsnessconsulting.com/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/whoswho.jpg?itok=jYJukV3F" alt="" title="" /> </div> </div> </div> After college, Dick entered the ministry and settled in Wichita, Kansas. <div class="media media-element-container media-media_original"><div id="file-299" class="file file-image file-image-jpeg"> <h2 class="element-invisible"><a href="/file/299">daeschner3.jpg</a></h2> <div class="content"> <img height="390" width="333" class="media-image media-element file-media-original image-style-none" data-delta="3" typeof="foaf:Image" src="http://beta.vangsnessconsulting.com/sites/default/files/daeschner3_0.jpg" alt="" title="" /> </div> </div> </div> He is remembered in this obituary. Richard Daeschner lived to further God’s kingdom. Saved by grace as a college student, he entered seminary as a way to learn about the Bible. There, he made the decision to be ordained and enter a life of full time Christian service. For 20 years Dick joyfully and faithfully pastored Faith Presbyterian Church of Wichita, KS. Here he equipped the saints for evangelism and discipleship through a focus on Bible study and sound theology. Many people came to believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior through his ministry there and the legacy continues as their children now believe and serve the Lord as well. In later years Dick developed an evangelism training program for ISI and discipled physicians through CMDA. He loved sailing, eating rich foods, long meaningful conversations, going on trips, khaki pants, boat shoes, dancing to the oldies, really fizzy Pepsi, the cool side of the pillow and coming up with unique gifts and activities for his seven grandchildren; and he enjoyed all these things to the glory of God. He was a faithful husband to Edie who he would say was the perfect complement for him in life, family and ministry. They continually opened their home to extended family and missionaries from all over the world. He was a loving and purposeful father to Laura, Susan and Katie. He taught them the scriptures and doctrine and a love for the nations from a young age. It is God who saves and calls us, but Dick Daeschner was the instrument in the lives of many. A memorial service will be held at 3 PM on April 10, 2016 at the First Evangelical Free Church, 1825 N. Woodlawn of Wichita, Kansas. Share condolences at <a href="http://www.CozineMemorial.com">www.CozineMemorial.com</a>. Services by Broadway Mortuary. English Friday, April 8, 2016

1966

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/daeschner3.jpg" width="141" height="174" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/john-w-dewolf-30">John W. DeWolf '30</a>   John W DeWolf of Beta Theta Pi, University of Illinois, died February 5, 2004 after a brief illness. John was initiated into the Sigma Rho chapter in February 1927 on the 25th anniversary of the Chapter. Francis Shepardson, the president of Beta Theta Pi, attended the initiation. John returned to the campus in 2002 to attend the 100-year anniversary of the Chapter. John served as a Lt. Colonel in the Air Corps in WWII, entering active duty just before Pearl Harbor. He was awarded the Legion of Merit Medal. He spent most of his business life in industrial advertising, starting with General Electric; followed by three years with Bethlehem Steel; 20 years with Basford, a New York industrial advertising agency; and finally 19 years with Cahners Publishing Company, a business-magazine publisher headquartered in Boston. He was president of the 4500-member Business Marketing Association (then the Association of Industrial Advertisers) in 1965-66. He retired to Reston, VA in 1977 and then moved to Falcons Landing, an Air Force retirement home in Sterling, VA, in 1997. John was a strong supporter of the Sigma Rho chapter and the Beta Theta Pi Foundation. John's brother, Frank T. De Wolf '39, was also a Sigma Rho Beta. John was born June 27, 1909. He married Jean Bull, a Delta Gamma at the University of Illinois. She passed away January 30, 1999. John is survived by a daughter, Deborah Allen and her husband, Harry, and by four grandsons and one great grandson. John has written about his time at Sigma Rho in an unpublished document "My Life and Good Times" in 1999. An excerpt of this document is on this site: <a href="http://illinoisbetas.org/content/john-w-dewolf-30-memoirs-sigma-rho">http://illinoisbetas.org/content/john-w-dewolf-30-memoirs-sigma-rho</a> English Thursday, February 5, 2004

1930

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/dewolf5.jpg" width="160" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/robert-m-meadows-65">Robert M. Meadows '65</a>   Robert "Bob" Marshall Meadows, 73, Port St. Lucie, Florida, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2017, at Treasure Coast Hospice House in Stuart, FL. Bob was a key member of the 1961 Collinsville High School basketball team that won the state championship and was undefeated. He received a basketball scholarship at the University of Illinois in Champaign. He joined his Collinsville teammate Bogie Redmon '65 on the Illinois basketball team. Both Bob and Bogie were members of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He was born September 4, 1943, in East St. Louis, the son of Marshall and Hallie (White) Meadows and was raised in Collinsville. Bob received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois and his degree in Physical Therapy from Ohio State. He received his Master's degree from Northern Illinois University. Bob married Pamela Ann Monnot on January 29, 1965, in Rockford. She passed away January 4, 2004. He married Robin Flanigan on September 9, 2005, in Maui, HI. He was a Physical Therapist for 51 years, retiring in 2016. He was a longtime member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Bob loved his trips with his family to their cabin in Cable, WI and enjoyed fishing there. Bob enjoyed his 3 little dogs. Survived by his wife, Robin Meadows of Port St. Lucie, FL; son, Kevin Meadows and his wife, Dana of St. Charles and their children, Jordon, Mackenzie and Mason; daughter, Kim Schuh and her husband, Dr. William Schuh of Mahomet and their children, Jonathan, Daniel, and Sarah; stepson, Larry VanGorder and his wife, Amanda of D' Iberville, MS and their children, Tobin, Ally, and Landen; stepdaughter, Leslee VanGorder Koeppel of Port St. Lucie, FL and her daughter, Faith. Predeceased by his parents, Marshall and Hallie Meadows and a newborn brother. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2017, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford. Burial in Grandview Memorial Gardens in Champaign, IL. Visitation will be from 2 until 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, and from 10 a.m. until time of service on Monday. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob's honor to: Cystic Fibrosis Institute, 2401 Ravine Way, Suite 302, Glenview, IL 60025. A Celebration of Life will be held in Florida at a later date. Share online condolences at <a href="www.fitzgeraldfh.com">www.fitzgeraldfh.com</a>. Published in Rockford Register Star from Jan. 6 to Jan. 8, 2017 - See more at: <a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/rrstar/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=183433869#sthash.XCINhPqO.dpuf">http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/rrstar/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=183433869#sthash.XCINhPqO.dpuf</a> English Tuesday, January 3, 2017

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/meadows2.jpg" width="170" height="195" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/charles-%E2%80%9Ccharlie%E2%80%9D-moynihan-evans-98">Charles “Charlie” Moynihan Evans '98</a>  Charles “Charlie” Moynihan Evans, age 35, passed away in his Chicago home on July 6, 2012 after a bold and arduous two year battle with cancer. Charlie was born in Champaign, Illinois on July 28, 1976 to Mr. And Mrs. Charles Victor and Ruth Ann Evans, and he spent his childhood in Belleville and Champaign. During his youth Charlie was very active at Indian Acres Swim Club in Champaign as a beloved coach, life guard, and seasoned member of the swim team. He was also a member of the St. Matthew’s Youth Group. Charlie is a 1994 graduate of CentralHigh School, where he led the swim team, and the experiences and friendships he formed in Champaign enriched his life. Charlie graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1998 with a degree in Economics, and after spending time in Taiwan teaching English, he returned to the University of Illinois College of Law, where he graduated in 2003 summa cum laude and was an Articles Editor of the school’s Law Review and a member of the Order of the Coif. Charlie enjoyed his legal career, especially his clerkships with the Honorable James F. Holderman of the Northern District of Illinois and the Honorable Michael S. Kanne of the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. He proudly ended his career as an attorney with the Federal Trade Commission. Charlie met his wife Tiana Nell Evans in law school in 2002. They married in Evanston on December 20, 2008. The couple has two precious sons, Charles John “Jack” Evans, age 2, and Patrick Moynihan Evans, age 1. They were Charlie’s proudest accomplishments and will be his lasting legacy. Charlie had many gifts and willing shared them. He was known for his generosity, kindness, and caring spirit. He felt this was a "wonderful life," and he lived it fully. He faced his disease with great courage and determination, and he never lost faith. The following quote from Albert Schweitzer truly exemplifies Charlie’s life: "The full measure of a man is not to be found in the man himself, but in the colors and textures that come alive in others because of him." Charlie is survived by his wife, Tiana Nell Evans, his children, Jack and Patrick Evans, his parents Charles “Charlie” and Ruth Ann Evans, his brothers, Timothy and Patrick Evans, his sister and brother-in-law, Margaret “Maggie” and Noah Morgan, his grandmother, Emily Moynihan, as well as many beloved uncles, aunts, cousins, and in-laws, and countless cherished friends, especially those from Central High School. Obituary courtesy of the Lakeview Funeral Home, Chicago IL.<a href="http://www.lakeviewfuneralhome.com/site/epage/135294_572.htm">http://www.lakeviewfuneralhome.com/site/epage/135294_572.htm</a> English Friday, July 6, 2012

1998

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/CharlieEvans.jpg" width="116" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/dr-steven-b-sample-62">Dr. Steven B. Sample '62</a>  Steven B. Sample earned three degrees at the University of Illinois: B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Electrical Engineering. He served as president of the University at Buffalo from 1982 to 1991 and president of the University of Southern California from 1991 to 2010. He was the author of the management book titled The Contrarian's Guide to Leadership in 2002 From the LA Times: Steven B. Sample, the former president of USC who oversaw a dramatic rise in the university’s academic and financial profile during nearly two decades at the helm, died Tuesday at 75. In announcing Sample’s death, current USC President C. L. Max Nikias credited his predecessor as a skilled leader and a personal mentor whose legacy is one of transformation. “So many of USC’s successes, so much of our university’s current stature can be traced back to Dr. Sample’s dynamic leadership, keen foresight, and extraordinary prudence,” Nikias said in a statement. Sample served as the University of Southern California’s 10th president, beginning his tenure in 1991. An electrical engineer by training, he had previously headed the State University of New York at Buffalo before assuming USC’s top post. He retired in 2010 at the age of 69 but remained active at the university, serving on the board of trustees. <a href="http://www.latimes.com/local/obituaries/la-me-steven-sample-20160329-story.html" target="_blank"></a> English Tuesday, March 29, 2016

1962

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/Sample4b.jpg" width="137" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/b-neal-harman-60">B. Neal Harman '60</a>  B. Neal Harman, age 77. Passed away April 16, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Margaret (nee Bennett) and brother, Larry. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Gloria and children, Rebecca Wall (Chad) of Hilliard, OH and Michael (Tracy) of Beavercreek, OH and grandchildren, Christopher, Katherine and Elizabeth and numerous nieces and nephews. A graduate of the University of Illinois (Champaign) 1960 and the University of California (Berkley) 1962 with a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering. He was a very proud member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He spent most of his career with Rohm and Haas Chemical Company in sales. He was a pianist and thoroughly enjoyed classical music and the Cleveland Orchestra. He loved his Norwegian Elkhounds (of which he had 3), classic cars, bicycling, being with friends and family and traveling to Italy. <span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="EN" xml:lang="EN">Published in The Plain Dealer from Apr. 17 to Apr. 20, 2016 English Saturday, April 16, 2016

1960

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/harman.jpg" width="130" height="144" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/daniel-burdzinski-03">Daniel Burdzinski '03</a>  Daniel J. "DJ Burdin" Burdzinski, age 35, of Plainfield, Illinois, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, April 6, 2016. He was born in Hinsdale, Illinois on April 2, 1981. DJ attended St. Dominic Grammar School, Joliet Catholic Academy, where he lettered in Soccer, and graduated from the University of Illinois, Class of 2003, where he was a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. <span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="EN" xml:lang="EN">He worked in the family business as the V.P. and Project Manager of Olde Towne Floors. DJ is survived by his loving parents; Daniel G. and Ann Marie (nee Moca) Burdzinski, sisters: Jeannette (Jim) Selinger and Beth (Mike) Dwyer, uncle of Luke and Katie Selinger, Ella and Dylan Dwyer and godfather of Margaux Maga, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Memorials may be made to IDF - Immune Deficiency Foundation, <a href="www.primaryimmune.org">www.primaryimmune.org</a> or to JDRF - Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, <a href="www.jdrf.com">www.jdrf.com</a> Info with online guestbook at <a href="www.beidelmankunschfh.com">www.beidelmankunschfh.com</a> or 630-922-9630. <span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="EN" xml:lang="EN">Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group Publication on Apr. 9, 2016 English Wednesday, April 6, 2016

2003

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/Daniel-Dj-Burdzinski-1460066316.png" width="200" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/edward-e-barthell-55">Edward E. Barthell '55</a> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="EN" xml:lang="EN">EDWARD E. BARTHELL III After a long and full life, Edward East Barthell passed away peacefully on March 19, 2016 at his home in Neenah at age 83. He courageously battled Parkinson’s Disease for 20 years. Ed was born on January 23, 1933 in Evanston, Illinois, son of Edward East Barthell, Jr. and Harriet Lyon Barthell. He graduated from New Trier High School in Winnetka, Illinois and received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Illinois. Ed was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. Ed married his high school sweetheart, Nancy, in 1954 and they enjoyed 61 years of marriage. Ed served in the Army for two years and was stationed in Panama, where he and Nancy had the first of their five children. He had a thirty-year career with Kimberly-Clark Corporation, moving to various areas around the country and eventually settling with his family in Neenah in 1968. The last 10 years with KC he worked as the director of international marketing and traveled to 21 countries. Afterward he founded a high tech electronics business in Cedarburg, Wisconsin where he worked for eight years. Ed had a wide variety of interests and was always working on projects. He built home additions and furniture, electronic devices and even a television. He loved spending time with his family, coached for his sons’ sports teams, and spent time with both children and grandchildren swimming, sailing, and fishing at the family’s vacation home in Lake Mills. Although he lived in Wisconsin, he remained a loyal fan of the Chicago Bears, much to the chagrin of his children. Ed was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Patty Myers; and brother-in-law, James Ackermann. Surviving relatives include wife, Nancy; sister, Polly; brother, Peter; and sisters-in-law, Kay Ackermann and Susan Escher. Children include Edward (Marie) and sons Ted and Tom of Mequon, WI; Bonnie (Dean) Westman and children Lea, Nickolas, and Claire of Los Gatos, California; Robert and son Bobby of Neenah; William (Yoshiko) and sons, Anthony and Will of Saratoga, California; and Jane (Ned) Gustafson and children Henry, George, Sid and Ann of Edina, Minnesota English Wednesday, March 16, 2016

1955

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/barthell.jpg" width="200" height="200" alt="Edward E Barthell" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/lt-colonel-karl-w-teepe-67">Lt. Colonel Karl W. Teepe '67</a> Karl Teepe '67 was born on 9/24/1943 and lost his life on 9/11/2001 in the attack on the Pentagon. Karl had retired from the Army and was working at his desk as a civilian contractor for the Pentagon. From his obituary: LTC Karl W. Teepe, USA, Retired Karl William Teepe was born on September 24, 1943 in St. Louis, Missouri, the older of two sons of Ruth and the late Wilmer Teepe. He grew up in Jennings, Missouri and graduated from Riverview Gardens High School in Bellefontaine, where he was a member of the golf team. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1967 from the University of Illinois, and entered active duty as an air defense artillery Army officer. After just under two years on active duty, he left the service, but re-entered the Army in April 1971. He went on to serve with distinction for more than 20 additional years. He was a Reserve Officer Training Corps instructor at the University of Missouri in the mid 1970s, and received a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Missouri in 1975. Karl is a graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and served in both Germany and South Korea. His military decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters, the Army Commendation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Bronze Service Star, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, and the Overseas Service Ribbon. He retired from the Army as a lieutenant colonel on September 1, 1991, with more than 22 years active duty. He immediately joined the Defense Intelligence Agency as a civilian financial resources manager in the Office of the Deputy Comptroller for Program and Budget. Karl and his wife, Donna, were married on June 9, 1967. They have two children, Wendy and Adam, both of whom are graduates of the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. It was clear to anyone who knew Karl that his family was the most important thing in his life. Karl particularly enjoyed the Smithsonian Institution and other activities on the Mall in Washington, DC. He would take the Metro from the Pentagon to the Mall on his lunch break, just to get away and enjoy the beauty. He was always engaged in a variety of projects at home, anxious to share his progress with Wendy and her husband. Mr. Teepe is survived by his wife, Donna; son, Adam; daughter, Wendy Green and her husband, English Tuesday, September 11, 2001

1967

Lost His Life in the 9/11 Attack on the Pentagon <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/kwteepe-pentagon.jpg" width="133" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/charles-w-kohr-65">Charles W Kohr '65 </a> Charles W. Kohr, 61, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away 12:50 P.M., Sunday, October 9, 2005 in his home after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Mr. Kohr was born December 4, 1943 in Great Falls, Montana. He was the son of Samuel L. and Doris (Warren) Kohr. He married Pamela Saunders on September 1, 1968 in Decatur, Illinois. Charles attended the University of Illinois and was a 1965 graduate, majoring in business and finance. An avid golfer, he was Captain of the U of I Golf Team. He continued his education in Champaign, and was a 1968 graduate of University of Illinois Law School. Charles served in the U.S. Air Force as a Major and was assigned to the Judge Advocate General's office from 1968-1973. He had served as an attorney for the City of Peoria, Illinois, and later the City of Decatur llinois. He then had private practice through 1987 in Decatur. Most recently from 1993 to present, he was an Administrative Law Judge for the Illinois Dept. of Employment Security. Charles was a member of 1st United Methodist Church, the Jaycees, a former Liaison officer for the U.S. Air Force Academy, and a National Referee of the U.S. Swimming Association. Surviving are his wife of 37 years, Pamela, son Matthew Kohr and wife Melanie, daughter Becky Kohr, grandchildren Jacob and Colby Kohr, all of Bakersfield, California, aunt and uncle Jean and Harry Gast of St. Joseph, Michigan, aunt and uncle Betty and Marshall Pollock of Decatur, Illinois. Mr. Kohr was preceded in death by his parents. English Sunday, October 9, 2005

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/kohr.jpg" width="115" height="133" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/dr-ted-donosky-65">Dr. Ted Donosky '65</a> Dr. Theodore Donosky, 45, of Evansville, Ind.. formerly of Benton, died Monday, Feb. 27, 1989. in Cave-In-Rock. Dr. Donosky was a physician for Bristol-Meyers. He was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Evansville, the American Physician's Association and the American Medical Association He was president of the Plaza School Baseball Boosters Club in Evansville, a board member of the Harrison High School Soccer Club, and was an Army veteran. He was born Oct. 14, 1943, in Benton to James and Julia (Foster) Donosky. He married Jody Harris. She survives. Other survivors include two sons. Jay and Ted Donosky, both of Evansville: and two sisters, Susan Deiro of Houston and Jan Gulley of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Memorials may be made to the multiple sclerosis fund. Starting in 2001, the Tri-State Multiple Sclerosis Association has held fund raisers with a golf outing named the "Ted Donosky MS Golf Scramble". The association serves patients and their families who are dealing with MS. Some of this information is from the Southern Illinoisan from Carbondale, IL 3/1/1989. English Monday, February 27, 1989

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/donosky.jpg" width="130" height="181" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/bill-sullivan-65">Bill Sullivan '65</a> Bill Sullivan was born on July 27, 1943 and passed away on November 27, 1986 in Cupertino, California after an eighteen month battle with brain cancer. Bill was from Streator, IL and earned a football scholarship at the University of Illinois. He pledged Beta Theta Pi in the fall of 1961 and began work on a degree in Electrical Engineering. Bill played on the freshman football team in the fall but gave up his scholarhship in the spring. He felt that the spring training program took too much time away from his studies. He went on to earn a B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering and a PhD in Nuclear Engineering at Illinois. While in graduate school in 1970, he married Mary Jo Donnelly of DeKalb. Mary Jo is the cousin of Bill's fraternity brother George Donnelly '65. After graduation in 1972, Bill took a job with Varian Associates Medical Radiation Division in California. Bill and Mary Jo lived in Cupertino and had three children. Read tributes to Bill on the <a href="http://www.streatorhs61.com/class_profile.cfm?member_id=3616314" target="_blank">Streator Twp High School website. </a> Comments from Jim Nicol '65 Bill was my best friend during our time at Beta and afterward until his tragic and untimely death. Bill and I roomed together for 3 years at the Beta House. We socialized after graduation while he and I attended graduate school. Bill was my Best Man for Judy and my wedding in San Jose in 1978. Bill and I managed to stay in touch after graduation and when he was assigned to the Western US region for Varian Associates, we were able to see each other more frequently. Bill would visit and we would have dinner together in the Los Angeles area, he liked Don the Beachcomber in Marina Del Rey. When we were in the San Jose area, we would have dinner at Ernie's with Bill and Mary Jo in San Francisco. It was a great shock and tragedy when Bill was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Bill was very positive throughout his ordeal and I was able to visit with him when he underwent a new experimental procedure at the prestigious Huntington Hospital in Pasadena. Unfortunately, the procedure could not cure his cancer. Judy and I visited Bill and his wife and small children in Cupertino after he left the hospital. Bill was courageous and very hopeful in spite of the prognosis. We sadly then returned a few months later to attend his funeral. In his memory, I contributed a memorial brick on the Beta Walkway in Bill's name at the Beta Headquarters at Miami of Ohio. <a href="http://beta.org/foundation/guide-to-giving/beta-walkway">http://beta.org/foundation/guide-to-giving/beta-walkway</a> Comments from Dan Kuebler '67 Although Sully was a couple years ahead of our class, I got to know him a little more as I was also studying Electrical Engineering as was Sully. Point is, Sully was an ultimate “Brain Trust”. On a couple occasions I sought assistance from him on a EE problem – which he waltzed through in little time. Of course, when Sully demonstrated how to solve the problem, he did so on plain white paper and used a “fountain pen with blue ink” for a writing instrument - exactly how he did all his homework every day on a spotless desk where everything was in order!! I would venture a guess that Sully throughout his educational career from bachelors to doctorate – never scored less than an “A” in any course – he was that frightening good!! Having spent my career in the high tech field of USAF fighter aviation – I can emphatically say that our “Country” lost a huge asset with the passing of our Sully.... English Thursday, November 27, 1986

1965

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/sully.jpg" width="171" height="200" alt="Bill Sullivan" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/richard-g-schultz-51">Richard G. Schultz '51</a> Richard G. Schultz, 85, passed away August 8, 2015. He is survived by his beloved wife, Diana C. Schultz (Bray). Preceded in death by his parents June (Clay) and Emil C. Schultz, brother Emil C. (Bud) Schultz and grandson Christopher Curley. Richard is survived by two daughters, Dana (Mark) Kuchel and Dale (Steve) Curley, three grandchildren, Ken (Jen) Curley, Kristin Kuchel and Kate (Josh) Weiss, and two great grandchildren Kendall and Kyle Curley. He attended Lincolnwood, Haven and Evanston Township High School where he participated in basketball, track and football, and won the Myerson Trophy for Football. He went to the University of Illinois and was a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. He also attended Colorado College and graduated from the University of Denver with a Business Degree. He worked for Sears in Chicago as an Electronics Buyer and traveled extensively throughout the Orient. Dick enjoyed hunting and fishing. A private family Memorial will be held. Published in a Chicago Tribune Media Group - See more at: <a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?n=richard-schultz&pid=175466505#sthash.5LroHikh.dpuf">http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?n=richard-...</a> English Saturday, August 8, 2015

1951

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/schultzrichard.jpg" width="92" height="115" alt="Richard G. Schultz" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/george-p-edgell-iii-59">George P. Edgell III '59</a> Mr George P. Edgell III March 9, 1937 - March 2, 2015 <a href="http://www.everlywheatley.com/obituaries/George-P-Edgell-5702447290/#!/Obituary">http://www.everlywheatley.com/obituaries/George-P-Edgell-5702447290/#!/O...</a> English Monday, March 2, 2015

1959

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/edgell3.jpg" width="137" height="146" alt="Paul Edgell" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/frederick-s-brightbill-60">Frederick S. Brightbill '60</a> Madison - Frederick Stamm Brightbill, age 76, passed away on March 4th, 2015 due to complications from Lewy Body dementia. He was born on January 13, 1939, the son of Charles and Elizabeth (Stamm) Brightbill. Fred was an extraordinary man -- known for his kindness, morality and generosity of spirit. He was passionate about his family, his work as an ophthalmologist, fly fishing in Jackson Hole, music, traveling, art, dancing and, of course, the Wisconsin Badgers. Fred is survived by his wife of 22 years, Courtney Moffatt Brightbill, and his four children: Tim Brightbill (married to Ruth Gates) of Alexandria, VA, Paul Brightbill (married to Cindy Brightbill) of Seattle, WA, Susan Brightbill Dahlseid. (married to Tim Dahlseid) of Minneapolis, MN, and Jenny Rule (married to Mike Rule) of Whitewater, WI; and step children Ashley Anderson (married to Mike Anderson) of St Paul, MN and Trevor Helmick (married to Melissa Helmick) of St Paul, MN. He is further survived by eleven grandchildren and step-grandchildren: Maddie, Grace and Charlotte Brightbill, Luke and Josh Rule, Dixie and Murray Brightbill, Cormac Dahlseid, and Peter, Ryan and Oliver Anderson. Fred was a founder and Medical Director at Brightbill/Ericson Eye Associates New Vision Laser Center in Rockford, IL. He was a Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, and a past physician and surgeon for many years at Davis-Duehr Eye Clinic in Madison. He was among the first surgeons to perform laser refractive surgery in Wisconsin. Fred was preceded in death by his first wife, Dixie Burns Brightbill, his sister Beth and their parents. A funeral service will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Waunakee, on Friday, March 13th at 4:30pm. 5763 County Road Q, Waunakee, WI 53597. A reception and celebration of his life will take place at the church following the service. With deep appreciation, the family thanks the staff of Agrace Hospice and BrightStar Senior Living -- especially Robyn and Bonnie for their unyielding compassion and skill. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Fred's honor to the Frederick S. and Courtney M. Brightbill Fund for Ophthalmology Advancement School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, UW Madison. Brightbill Fund Please share your memories at <a href="http://www.cressfuneralservice.com">www.cressfuneralservice.com</a> English Wednesday, March 4, 2015

1960

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/brightbill2.JPG" width="137" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/gene-vance-47">Gene Vance '47</a> CHAMPAIGN – Ellis Eugene (Gene) Vance, 88, of Champaign, passed away at 2:30 p.m. Thursday (Feb. 16, 2012) at his home in Champaign. Mr. Vance was born Feb. 25, 1923, in Clinton, the son of Ellis Wilson and Barbara Armstrong Vance. He married Grace Hoberg Vance on Aug. 7, 1943, at Camp Wolters, Texas. She preceded him in death on Aug. 10, 1980. He married Janann Duffy Hagan on Aug. 28, 1981. She survives. Also surviving are two sons, Jon (Sara) Vance of Solana Beach, Calif.; James (Tricia) Vance of Cordova, Tenn.; two daughters, Sue (Roger) Peterson of Champaign and Martha (Tom) Tanner of Loveland, Ohio; three stepchildren, Michael Hagan of Savoy; Kelly (Rick) Willis of Waverly, Iowa, and Shannon Hagan of San Diego, Calif.; seven grandchildren, Jennifer (Peter) Ballentyne of Hackensack, N.J.; Jonathan (Meredith) Vance of San Diego, Calif., Kathryn (Jason) Whalen of Champaign, Scott (Rachel) Tanner of Hoover, Ala., Emily Grady of Champaign, Sarah and Andrew Tanner of Loveland, Ohio; three step-grandchildren, Tyler, Eric and Ryan Willis of Waverly, Iowa; and five great-grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1940 and from the University of Illinois in 1947, earning a B.S. degree in Physical Education and a master's degree in Education in 1955. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. Gene was a member of one of college basketball's greatest teams, the Illinois' "Whiz Kids" of 1941-42 and 1942-43. This team won back-to-back Big Ten Conference Championships. The team was broken up on March 1, 1943, when all five starters headed to active duty for service in World War II. He served three years in the U.S. Army, including 16 months in Europe and earned two bronze stars during his military career. Following his career at Illinois, he continued to play in the National Basketball Association from 1947-49 with the Chicago Stags (now the Chicago Bulls.) When that league folded into the NBA, he played for the Tri-Cities Blackhawks and the Milwaukee Hawks from 1949-1951. During this period, in the off season, he worked for Wilson Sporting Goods Company in Chicago and as a salesman for Bailey and Himes Sporting Goods in Champaign. He was recalled to military service in January 1951. He served one year in Korea. After four years of coaching basketball at LaSalle-Peru High School, he and his family returned to Champaign when he rejoined his alma mater to serve as Field Director of the University of Illinois Alumni Association for four years prior to his being named executive director from 1956-1967. He served as Illinois' director of athletics from 1967-1972, and as senior development officer at the University of Illinois Foundation until his retirement in 2000. <a href="http://www.news-gazette.com/obituaries/2012-02-18/gene-vance.html">http://www.news-gazette.com/obituaries/2012-02-18/gene-vance.html</a> English Thursday, February 16, 2012

1947

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/vance2_0.jpg" width="141" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/charles-bud-gervig-43">Charles Bud Gervig '43</a> Charles Marzolf "Bud" Gervig, 91, of Waco, passed away on April 27 after a brief illness. Bud was born August 31, 1921 in Alton, Illinois, the son of Philip M. and Cornelia Spoeneman Gervig. He attended school in Alton through junior high then moved to Belleville, Illinois, where he graduated from high school. In his senior year, he was the first person to be named to all three of the Illinois all-state football teams. He attended Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri and graduated from The University of Illinois in 1943. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. Being in the R.O.T.C. Cadet Corps, upon graduation he was immediately sent to Officers Candidate School at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. After completing O.C.S., and being commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant, he married his college sweetheart, Joan Crist, on June 10, 1944, in Danville, Illinois. Shortly thereafter he was sent to the European War Theater as a replacement officer in the Field Artillery. He then volunteered to join the 90th Glider Airborne Field Artillery Division. Soon thereafter this unit was called into the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium. On January 9, 1945, he was wounded in action and was awarded the Purple Heart. He spent eighteen months in Crile General Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, recovering from his injuries. After the war he settled in Danville, Illinois, working for General Electric. In 1955, he and his family moved to Waco, Texas, and he started Systems Service, Inc., a data processing and bookkeeping business which he operated for 43 years. Bud was an active member of Austin Avenue United Methodist Church having served as chairman of the Administrative Board, Staff-Parish Relations Committee, Finance Committee, Trustees, Council of Ministries, and as a church Lay Leader. He originally taught Sunday school at the high school level, and has taught various adult classes for over fifty years. He has been a faithful Rotarian and since his retirement in 1998, he has been a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Throughout his life he has enjoyed his tennis, golf and pitch games, and boating and skiing on the lake with his family and friends. He has served as President of the Waco Symphony Association, the Friends of the Library Board, the Lighthouse for the Blind, and the Data Processing Association. In the year 2000, he was selected to serve as King of the Waco Cotton Palace Pageant. He was a loyal Blue Lodge Mason and a Scottish Rite Mason for over 65 years, serving as degree master for the 4th degree in Scottish Rite for over 10 years, and was elevated to 33rd Degree Inspector General Honorary in October, 2001. Bud is preceded in death by his parents, two infant sons, John Charles and James Otto, and a sister, Phyllis Hecker, of St. Louis, Missouri. He was the proud father of three children, Susan Joan Taylor of Waco, Mark Philip Gervig and wife, Lynda of Raleigh, North Carolina and Ann Marie Mitchell and husband, Jeff of Lorena. He has eight grandchildren, Joan Felton and husband, Mark, David Charles Taylor and wife, Meghan, Melissa Gervig, Mark Philip Gervig, Jr. and wife, Taneia, Lauren and Rachel Gervig, and Brian Charles and Brady Crist Mitchell and wife, Hillary. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, Thomas Charles 'Boots' and Taylor Felton, Riley and Alyssa Widener, Erik Charles, Devon and Ariana Gervig, and by many nieces and nephews. Honorary pallbearers are John Ford, Walter Hunter, Pat Patillo, Darrell Slette and Goodhue Smith. Memorials may be made to Austin Avenue United Methodist Church, the Waco Symphony Association, or a charity of choice. <a href="http://www.wilkirsonhatchbailey.com/obituary/Bud-Gervig/Waco-TX/1202636">http://www.wilkirsonhatchbailey.com/obituary/Bud-Gervig/Waco-TX/1202636</a> English Saturday, April 27, 2013

1943

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/gervig.jpg" width="178" height="200" alt="" title="Charles Bud Gervig '43" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/gene-t-fox-59">Gene T. Fox '59</a> Mr. Gene T. Fox, 75, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2013. Mr. Fox was born and raised in the community of Sparta, IL. He graduated from the University of Illinois in 1959, where he was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Society and Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He went on to receive his masters degree from Cornell University, where he met his wife, Nancy. Together, they raised their three children in Manassas, VA, where Gene worked for the Prince William County Public School System. Upon retirement, they moved to Greenville, NC, where Gene was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Golden K Kiwanis. Mr. Fox was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Nancy Shaw Fox. He is survived by his children, Gene Fox, Jr., Holly Compy, and Margie Fortman; five grandchildren, sisters, Janet and Rita; and brothers, Wayne and Jon. <a href="http://www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com/new_view.php?id=1972880">http://www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com/new_view.php?id=1972880</a> English Sunday, February 3, 2013

1959

<a href="/mystic-shrine/joseph-england-62">Joseph England '62</a> Joseph W. England, 71, Moline, died Thursday, June 7, 2012 at his home, surrounded by his family. Joe was born June 21, 1940 in Moline, the son of Mary (Walker) and Stanley B. England. He graduated from UTHS, and from the University of Illinois in 1962. At Illinois , Joe was a member of Beta Theta Pi and captain of the golf team his senior year. He married Mary Jo Richter on October 26, 1963 in LaGrange, IL. Upon completion of school, Mr. England went to work for John Deere and devoted his entire career to the company. He was an avid golfer, playing for the UT Panthers, the Fighting Illini, and the rest of his life for himself. Joe was committed to several community groups including the Moline Foundation and Arrowhead Ranch. Sports and physical activity were important to Joe from playing basketball in high school to hiking in the mountains. He was proud to be an Illini Fan. Survivors include his wife of nearly 50 years, Mary Jo, daughters, Katie (Dan) Barber, Memphis, TN, Amy (Wade) Warthen, Littleton, CO, and Sarah England-McCullough, SanDiego, CA, grandchildren, Joseph, Annie, Emily and Will, and his sister Nancy (Owen) Stipp, Colona. From Quad-Cities Online of Moline, IL June 07, 2012 <a href="http://qconline.com/archives/qco/display.php?id=595951">http://qconline.com/archives/qco/display.php?id=595951</a> By Stephen Elliott, <a href="mailto:selliott@qconline.com">selliott@qconline.com</a> Joseph England, a longtime Quad-Cities civic leader and former Deere and Company executive, died Thursday morning. Mr. England, 71, of Moline, was a senior vice president and director at Deere. An East Moline native, he joined the company in 1962, holding management positions in finance and accounting in his 37 years with the company. In addition to his high profile job and prominence within a world-wide, multi-billion dollar corporation, Mr. England servied on numerous boards and foundations in the Quad-Cities, "He was a classy guy, extremely bright," said former Rock Island County Board Chairman Paul Mulcahey. "Yet, he was a regular guy, a fun person to be with." Mr. England served as president of Arrowhead Ranch from 1984 to 1992. At the time, the Arrowhead superintendent, Gary Brown, said Mr. England's work with at-risk boys made the facility one of the finest in the country. His final project as president was raising $1.5 millon for Arrowhead's gymnasium. Through eight years of monthly meetings, he only missed one, Mr. Brown said back in 1992. He also served for 18 years as board chairman of the Moline Foundation, which annually distributes hundreds of thousands of dollars to nonprofit groups in the area. Joy Boruff, executive director of the foundation, described Mr. England as a humble man, a behind-the-scenes guy who did much for the Quad-Cities. "He made an impact on everything he touched," Ms. Boruff said. "The last time we talked, he had moved to Florida. He loved Moline. He came back here to pass away. This was his home, his community." Ms. Boruff said Mr. England was instrumental in bringing the i wireless Center, formerly the Mark of the Quad Cities, to reality. "More than one person has said that wouldn't have happened without Joe behind the scenes," Ms. Boruff said, holding back tears. "I'm sorry. "Joe left a big, big legacy in the Quad-Cities of philanthropy and giving. He was so unassuming and quiet, he just didn't want to draw attention to himself. "If you could create a perfect board member, friend, community volunteer, that would be Joe England." Pryce Boeye, a long-time Realtor, said he and Mr. England were lifelong friends from high school onward. Mr. Boeye said Mr. England was captain of the University of Illinois golf team. "Actually, Joe had the pleasure to be paired up with a guy from Ohio State named Jack Nicklaus," Mr. Boeye said. "It was a cold, windy day in a Big Ten tournament." After competing against Mr. Nicklaus, Mr. England said, "This guy (Nicklaus) is going to make it," according to Mr. Boeye. Mr. Boeye said his friend's battle with lung cancer had its inspirational aspects. "Unfortunately, doctors gave him six months to live," Mr. Boeye said. "Joe lived two-and-a-half years. He told me, 'I'm a tough SOB. I'm not giving up to this.' "And, he didn't. He fought it to the end." Childhood friend Jim Jannes said Mr. England was "very, very sincere -- just a gentleman's gentleman." John Hass, chairman of the board at Valley Construction, said he lived with Mr. England in Champaign in 1959 while they were students. "Joe was a young man who came from a working family," Mr. Hass said. "He was very, very smart, a very hard worker, and he was very good with people. He loved his wife, his three daughters, and his grandchildren. "They were very important to him. He will be missed." Mr. England also was on on the board of directors of Winnebago Industries, Inc. <a href="http://qconline.com/archives/qco/display.php?id=595951">http://qconline.com/archives/qco/display.php?id=595951</a> English Thursday, June 7, 2012

1962

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/englandjoseph.jpg" width="141" height="200" alt="Joe England" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/daniel-h-jahns-64">Daniel H. Jahns '64</a> Daniel H. Jahns, born 1942, passed away late Monday night, July 6th, 2009, after a courageous five year battle against colon cancer. Daniel was a Vietnam Veteran and Bronze Star recipient. He led a long and successful career in engineering and real estate, helped found Sentinel Computer Corporation, co-found Village Classic Properties, and worked for both Cincinnati Milacron and the Ohmart Corporation. He is preceded in death by his son, Nathaniel Patrick Jahns, and survived by his loving wife, Vicki Grometer Jahns, his five children Stephanie Jahns McBride, Katherine Alice Jahns Hamlin, Douglas Bartlett Jahns, Andrew Bradley Jahns, and Elizabeth Jahns Nylander, and his six grandchildren and Spike. Dan attended the University of Illinois and received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi. <a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/cincinnati/obituary.aspx?n=daniel-jahns&pid=148131656">http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/cincinnati/obituary.aspx?n=daniel-jahns...</a> English Monday, July 6, 2009

1964

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/jahns.jpg" width="150" height="147" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/raymond-arthur-art-beazley-63">Raymond Arthur "Art" Beazley '63</a> Raymond Arthur 'Art' Beazley, 70, of Travelers Rest, SC died October 30, 2011 following a heroic 22-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Tuscola, Illinois, he was the loving husband of Linda Beazley and the son of the late Raymond Thomas Archer Beazley & Elizabeth Olive Goode Beazley. He graduated from Arcola High School in 1959 and received degrees in civil engineering from the University of Illinois. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi. Art was a loyal employee Exxon Engineering from 1965 to 2000. He was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Travelers Rest, SC. He was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed playing golf. He also played the piano & saxophone, loved to read, traveled widely, actively volunteered and enjoyed family & friends. In addition to his wife, survivors include two sons, Raymond Mark Beazley (Kimberly) & Donald Brian Beazley (Amiee); one daughter, Maresa Lynn DePuy (Daniel); six grandchildren, Ian & Tessa Beazley, Madeline & Owen DePuy, and Tanner & Brady Beazley; and one brother, John Kenneth Beazley (Cathy). - See more at: <a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/greenvilleonline/obituary.aspx?n=raymond-arthur-beazley-art&pid=154419751&fhid=11935#sthash.YIwUyu5d.dpuf">http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/greenvilleonline/obituary.aspx?n=raymon...</a> English Sunday, October 30, 2011

1963

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/beazley.jpg" width="93" height="150" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/namo-jeffery-lundeen-66">Namo Jeffery Lundeen '66</a> Namo Jeffery Lundeen, a native of Moline, Illinois, died at El Camino Hospital Feb. 15, 1996. He was 51. A salesman for Consilium Inc. he is survived by his sister, Connie Schimbor of Houston, Texas, and children Jennifer Lundeen and Namo MacArthur Lundeen, both of Santa Rosa. He graduated in 1962 from Moline High School where he was involved in many school activities. In high school, he was a fullback and linebacker, receiving all-state honors in 1961. He was a member of the 1960 and 1961 track teams, which won the state track championship in 1960. He was a shot putter on those teams and his school record of 62 feet still stands. He attended the University of Illinois and joined Beta Theta Pi. He was on the Illinois track team as a shot putter. He was also a member of the Varsity Men's Glee Club. English Thursday, February 15, 1996

1966

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/lundeen2.jpg" width="100" height="129" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/dr-larry-lowe-74">Dr. Larry A. Lowe '74</a> Dr. Larry A. Lowe D.D.S., age 62 of Edwardsville, Illinois, formerly of Belleville, Illinois, died at 3:40 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at his residence. He was born on December 22, 1951 in Peoria, Illinois, the son of the late Harry D. & Norma E. (White) Lowe. Early in his career, Dr. "Doc" Lowe practiced in Clinton, Illinois and Decatur, Illinois. He later settled in Belleville, where he practiced until his retirement in 2005. Larry married Sherry Baker on January 12, 1999, in Puerto Rico. She survives. He is also survived by one daughter, Megan Millner & husband John of Lombard, Illinois; one son, Ryan Lowe of DeKalb, Illinois; one step daughter, Angela Obrecht of Zeigler, Illinois; one step son, JR Obrecht & wife Erika of Edwardsville; one brother, James Lowe & wife Libby of Alpharetta, Georgia; three step grand children, one step great grandson, several nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one son, Michael Lowe and by one sister, Laura Stone. Larry graduated from the University of Illinois in 1974, and then went on to graduate from the SIUE Dental School in 1977. Doc was a member of Beta Theta Pi and the American Dental Association. He enjoyed reading, gardening, and spending time with his family and friends at his house in the Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. One of his favorite things to do was chilling with his dog and best friend, Shugg. Doc will be remembered by loved ones as a devoted husband, father and friend. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, at the funeral home with James Harper officiating. He will be cremated according to his wishes and a burial will be held at a later date at the Linwood Cemetery in Pana, Illinois. Memorials may be made to Family Hospice of Belleville. <a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/goedwardsville/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=173290364">http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/goedwardsville/obituary.aspx?page=lifes...</a> English Tuesday, November 25, 2014

1974

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/larrylowe2.jpg" width="144" height="150" alt="Larry Lowe" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/richard-e-rick-toth-62">Richard E. "Rick" Toth '62</a> Richard E. "Rick" Toth, 73, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2014, surrounded by loved ones. Born July 22, 1940, in Urbana, Ill., he was a son of the late Prof. Edmund F. and Mrs. Georgena Toth. Rick is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Carol; daughter, Anne, and her husband, Tristan; granddaughter, Alexandra; son, Jim, and his wife, Ashley; brother, Col. James, and his wife, Molly; and a large group of extended family and friends who loved him dearly. Rick was an inventor, an engineer and a CEO, who ran several successful businesses over the course of his career. Most recently, he had founded Allomet Corp., based on technology that he had developed and patented; he had continued to serve on its board of directors until shortly before his passing. Earlier in life, he had distinguished himself as an officer in the Army, serving on active duty in Vietnam. <a href="http://obituaries.triblive.com/listing/239931/Richard-E-Toth-Rick/">http://obituaries.triblive.com/listing/239931/Richard-E-Toth-Rick/</a> English Wednesday, May 14, 2014

1962

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/toth.jpg" width="123" height="141" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/dean-stewart-50">Dean Stewart '50</a> Dean Russell Stewart of Champaign passed away at 10:15 a.m. Sunday (Feb. 9, 2014). Dean was born June 15, 1928, in Pontiac, the only son of Gladys (Jones) Stewart and Russell Stewart. Dean attended Urbana schools graduating from high school in 1946. That fall, he entered the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and joined the Beta Theta Pi fraternity. His studies were interrupted with military service in the U.S. Air Force from 1950 to 1954, where he obtained the rank of staff sergeant. While serving his country, Dean met Betty Louise Botter of Mobile, Ala. They married on Sept. 16, 1952, at the Dauphine Way Baptist Church. Returning to Urbana, Dean completed his studies earning a bachelor's degree in commerce. Dean joined the Russell Stewart Oil Company, subsequently known as Tri Star Marketing, in 1954 as sales manager, advancing to vice president, president and eventually chairman. Dean retired from Tri Star Marketing in 2009 having shaped the organization from its roots as a local fuels and lubricants distributor to a sophisticated multi-state retailer operating convenience stores and travel centers. Throughout his career, Dean served in numerous community and industry leadership roles: director, Illinois Chamber of Commerce; founding board member, Champaign County Chamber of Commerce; president, Illinois Petroleum Marketers Association; director and legislative chairman, National Oil Jobbers Council; director, Champaign National Bank and its successor Bank Illinois; chairman, Central Illinois Financial Corporation; president, Urbana Association of Commerce; president, Urbana Country Club; and trustee of Carle Foundation Hospital. Dean was a past member of the Urbana Rotary Club, Urbana Country Club and most recently the Champaign Country Club. Dean is survived by his wife Betty of 61 years and their three children, Jon Stewart (Kendy), Kathryn Derezinski (Tom) and Russ Stewart; and seven grandchildren, Preston Stewart, Taylor Stewart, Parker Stewart, Connor Stewart, Nick DelSignore, Peyton Stewart and Carson Stewart. Dean was an avid golfer, having won several championships at Urbana Country Club. He also participated and supported local and state golf competitions for many years. Dean was a diehard Illini fan, intensely loyal to his alma mater. He participated and held leadership positions in the Quarterback Club and was a founding member of the Rebounders Club. Dean and Betty spent a great deal of time at their condo in Perdido Key, Fla. Memories abound of the fun times with family and friends on the white sand beaches just outside their door. The Stewart family would like to thank the caregivers at Bridle Brook Adult Community of Mahomet, as well as those at Meadow Brook-Clark-Lindsey Village, for their care and concern for Dean during his last few years. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, the family would request that memorials be directed to The High School of St. Thomas More or the University of Illinois Foundation. <a href="http://www.news-gazette.com/obituaries/2014-02-12/dean-stewart.html">http://www.news-gazette.com/obituaries/2014-02-12/dean-stewart.html</a> English Sunday, February 9, 2014

1950

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/stewartdean.jpg" width="100" height="154" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/james-kent-stewart-66">James Kent Stewart '66</a> James Kent Stewart, 66, of Reston, Va., formerly of Quincy, died at 8:15 p.m. Tuesday (Nov. 16, 2010) in Capitol Hospice in Arlington, Va. Born Dec. 14, 1943, in Quincy, Jim was a son of Donald G. and Laverna Birrer Stewart. Jim married Linda Marsh on June 20, 1970, in Canton, Mass. She survives. He attended Quincy Public Schools and was a 1962 graduate of Quincy High School where he was active in sports, band and student council. He was a member of the National Honor Society and the Society for Academic Achievement and was master councilor of DeMolay and received the Chevalier Degree. Jim was a 1966 graduate of the University of Illinois with a bachelor of science degree in accounting and business. He was a James Scholar and on the Commerce Honors Program. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi social fraternity, Accounting Club, Student Senate, Delta Sigma Pi professional business administration fraternity, Student Bar Association and Sigma Iota Epsilon national honorary and professional fraternity in the field of management. Jim was also the starting second baseman for the U of I baseball team until a shoulder injury forced him from the sport. Jim received his doctor of jurisprudence degree from William and Mary Marshall Wythe School of Law in Williamsburg, Va., in 1969. While there he received the Bobbs Merrill Publishing Award, the Moot Court Award and the William A.R. Goodwin Memorial Scholarship. He was a member of Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity, research and notes editor of the Law Review and served on the editorial board of the Law Review. He studied law at the University of Exetor in Devon, England, in 1967. Jim was admitted to the bar in 1969 in Virginia and 1973 in the District of Columbia and the U.S. Supreme Court. Jim served for four years as a captain in the Army Judge Advocate General Corps. He served as courts martial defense council at Fort Benning, Ga., his first year and was chief of military justice and command judge advocate in Qui Nhon, Vietnam, his second year. During his Vietnam tour, he was exposed to Agent Orange and was awarded five medals, including the Bronze Star. The last two years Jim was with the Defense Appellate Division of the Judiciary in the Military Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C. After his military service, Jim practiced law in Washington, D.C., and was a partner in a Georgetown law firm. In 1989, along with two other partners, Jim opened a law firm of Green, Stewart & Farber with offices in the Watergate building in Washington, D.C. Jim served as senior partner, specializing in government contracts and construction litigation. In 2000, the firm merged with one of the largest law firms in the world, Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld. Jim served on the executive board of the College of William & Mary and was a member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, the District of Columbia Bar, Virginia State Bar, Federal and American Bar Associations (Litigation Section) and the J.A.G.C., U.S. Army, 1969-1973. Jim was baptized and confirmed in Salem Evangelical United Church of Christ in Quincy and maintained his membership there until moving to Virginia. He was also a life member of the Good Samaritan Home Association. Survivors, in addition to his wife, include his daughter, Tracy Stewart and her husband, Kevin Toop, and a 1-year old granddaugher, Caitlin Toop, all of Reston, Va.; his mother, Laverna Stewart of Quincy; and his sister, Sue Stewart, of Chesterfield, Mo. Mr. Stewart was preceded in death by his father, Donald G. Stewart; grandparents, Edward M. and Ruby R. Stewart and Chester E. and Lillian M. Birrer; and his uncle and aunt, Ed and Catherine Stewart. SERVICES: Private memorial services were held Nov. 22 in Greenmount Cemetery by the Rev. Wanda Seydel. Cremation rites were accorded. MEMORIALS: Diabetes Association or Salem Church in care of the Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home, 1435 State St., Quincy, IL 62301 - See more at: <a href="http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/Whig/obituary.aspx?n=James-Kent-Stewart&pid=146842650#sthash.KkMxzT97.dpuf">http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/Whig/obituary.aspx?n=James-Kent-Stewart...</a> English Tuesday, November 16, 2010

1966

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/stewart.jpg" width="113" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/robert-m-hornaday-61">Robert M. Hornaday '61</a> Robert M. Hornaday November 8, 1939 - March 2, 2014 Robert M. Hornaday, age 74, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, died Sunday evening, March 2, 2014, at his home in Michigan City, Indiana, after an illness of a few years. Born in Chicago on November 8, 1939, Bob was the son of the late B. Morris Hornaday and Regina Dorothy (Harrell) Hornaday Krogh. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in electrical engineering and enjoyed a long and successful career in computer software development. As owner of Robert M. Hornaday & Associates, he designed innovative computer programs for such companies as Inland Steel, Continental Can, U.S. Messenger, and Lakeside Bank. On August 15, 1964, Bob married Ruth L. Spaeth. He was her devoted husband and dearest friend for 49 years, and with his unique brand of good humor brought much laughter and happiness to all his family and friends. Bob was justly proud of his military service, and as a First Lieutenant with the United States Army, he was responsible for leading the computer center operations at Fort Huachuca in Arizona. As a member of the Rotary Club of Homewood, Illinois, he continued to contribute his time and talents to his community. Sailing, cooking, and studying Civil War history were Bob's lifelong interests, but his great love was Grand Beach, Michigan, where he was able to spend countless pleasurable hours with his family, the center of his life. Bob is survived by Ruthie and their children Heidi Hornaday and husband Erik Beers of New Buffalo, Michigan; Lance Hornaday of Chicago, Illinois; two grandchildren, Liam and Calla Beers of New Buffalo, Michigan; sisters Susan (Terrence) White of Canmore, Alberta, Canada, Jean Summers of Freeland, Washington, Marcia (Dennis) Heitzmann of State College, Pennsylvania and JoAnn (Bryan) Rice of Carbondale, Illinois; brothers David Krogh (late Sharon) of Grand Beach, Michigan, George (Karen Rodd) Hornaday of Toronto, Ontario; brother-in-law Raymond (Sharon) Spaeth of Chicago, Illinois; and many nieces and nephews. A private memorial service will be held in Homewood, Illinois. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Bob's memory to New Buffalo Area Schools, The Robert M. Hornaday Fund, 1112 E. Clay St., New Buffalo, MI 49117. English Sunday, March 2, 2014

1961

<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/robertmhornaday1.jpg" width="169" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/robert-lane-sr-48">Robert Lane, Sr. '48</a> Robert Lane, Sr. Robert K. “Lobo” Lane Sr., 86 of Bloomington, Ill. died at 1:40 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013 at Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, Normal, Ill. A memorial visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Carmody-Flynn Williamsburg Funeral Home, Bloomington, Ill. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Children’s Memorial Hospital or a charity of the donor’s choice. He was born April 18, 1927 in Clinton, the son of Martha Kunkel. He married Joy Chapman and to this union was born three children. He married Edie Lane in 1968 and she survives in Bloomington. Also surviving are a son, Robert K. (Joen) Lane Jr. of Bloomington; a daughter, Cathy (Stephen Jr.) Horrell of Scottsdale, AZ; seven grandchildren, Stephen (Kasey) Horrell III, Michael Horrell, Alex (Laura) Horrell, Robert K. (Michelle) Lane III, Thomas Jeffrey Lane, Chad Hawkins and Jeffrey Hawkins; one great-grandson, Stephen Horrell IV; and a special longtime friend, Dee Willard. He was preceded in death by his mother; a daughter, Sally; and Joy, the mother of his children. Bob attended Watseka Grade and High Schools before graduating from the University of Illinois, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi. He served in the U.S. Navy and worked as an agent for Mass Mutual for 56 years. Lobo was a previous member of Bloomington Country Club, the Jaycees, Ducks Unlimited, the U of I Quarterback Club and the March of Dimes. Bob was an avid duck hunter. He was a nominee for Chief Illiniwek while a student at the U of I. Lobo never knew a stranger and could always be counted on for a joke. If Lobo would have anything to say to his friends, it would be “Bucket list completed!” To express condolences online, please visit <a href="http://www.carmodyflynn.com">www.carmodyflynn.com</a>. <a href="http://www.wjbc.com/common/page.php?feed=111&pt=Obituaries%3A+Ridgeway%2C+Lane+Sr.&id=102313&is_corp=0">http://www.wjbc.com/common/page.php?feed=111&pt=Obituaries%3A+Ridgeway%2...</a> English Wednesday, December 11, 2013

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<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/robertlane2_0.jpg" width="173" height="200" alt="Robert Lane" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/larry-d-fears-65">Larry D Fears '65</a> Larry D Fears April 3, 1943 - January 1, 2014 Larry Douglas Fears, 70, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2014 at home from natural causes. Larry was born April 3, 1943 in East St. Louis, Illinois. He graduated from the University of Illinois where he was a member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity, Associate Editor of the Illio and named to "Who's Who" at the university. He was a retired Major in the Air Force Reserves. He was Vice President of Information Technology for Kemper Service Company and Director of Operations within the Scudder/DWS group at DST Systems in Kansas City. He was a member of Church of the Resurrection. In retirement, Larry devoted his energies to his family, his church, the Village Presbyterian Food Pantry and his love of model trains through volunteerism at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, their children, Kimberly (Brian) Brooke, Jeffrey (Jacalyn) Fears, his grandchildren, Brandon, Aidan and Katherine Fears, and mother, Josephine Fears. He is also survived by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Greg (Nancy) Nieland, their children, Christopher and Stephanie and cousins, Robert, Jim and Steve Blodgett. English Wednesday, January 1, 2014

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<img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/larryfears.jpg" width="200" height="150" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/lewis-williams-taggart-43">Lewis Williams Taggart '43</a> Lewis Williams “Lew” Taggart, 93 died Sunday, September 7, 2014. Lew was born June 24, 1921 in Collinsville, Illinois to Oliver and Alice (Williams) Taggart. He was the last surviving member of his High School Football Team, the CoHoks; class of 1938. Lew received a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Illinois in 1943 and was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He married Shirley Jeanne Davis June 25, 1945 in Illinois. Lew retired as Plant Manager of Kaiser Magnesium in Tulsa, a Metal Fabrication plant. He was a longtime member and Elder at First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include two sons, Davis Taggart (wife Deborah), Lewis W. Taggart, Jr. both of Tulsa; two grandsons, James Taggart (wife Marci) and Paul Taggart (wife Shannon); and two Great-Granddaughters, Dylan Anne and Scout Elise. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Jeanne Taggart, his parents, one brother and one sister. English Sunday, September 7, 2014

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Lewis was the chapter president in 1943 and two of his relatives were Sigma Rho Betas. <a href="/mystic-shrine/robert-william-edwards-53">Robert William Edwards '53</a> Robert William Edwards, 84, of Bloomington passed away in his sleep at 8 am Sunday (June 8, 2014) at his home from an apparent seizure. Bob was born on February 16, 1930 in Champaign, ll., to Harold Mortimer and Marian Bell Scarlett Edwards. He married Gwendolyn Combs Tyner on January 30, 1954. They celebrated 60 years of marriage this year. Growing up in Champaign, he attended Dr. Howard Elementary School, and both Champaign Junior and Senior High Schools. Bob lettered in wrestling and golf in high school and went on to attend the University of Illinois, joining Beta Theta Pi fraternity and graduating with honors in Architecture in 1953. At the end of his junior year, Bob joined the Army Corps of Engineers and upon graduation, after short stations in Camp Carson, Colorado and Fort Belvoir, Virginia he was sent by troop ship to South Korea to help with post-war reconstruction for 10 months. He and Gwen were married just a few months prior to his departure. When he returned from Korea, Bob joined Berger and Kelley Architects and Engineers for two years, supervising school construction in Mattoon, Il., where he and Gwen welcomed their first son, Mark. After moving back to Champaign, Bob received his architectural license in 1957 and in January of 1958 entered into an architectural partnership with Donald Laz. . As the Laz and Edwards firm grew, Russel A. Dankert, Architectural Engineer, joined them as partner in 1963. During these years, the firm grew from 4 to 12 people, Bob and his family were members of the Champaign Country Club and of the First Presbyterian Church in Champaign. English Sunday, June 8, 2014

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Bob Edwards was a Champaign architect whose firm designed the Beta House Upgrade in 1963. Bob's brother Edward is a Sigma Rho Beta. <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-none" src="http://illinoisbetas.org/sites/default/files/bobedwards.jpg" width="200" height="200" alt="" /> <a href="/mystic-shrine/james-edward-gorman-dds-56">James Edward Gorman D.D.S. '56</a> Dr. James Edward Gorman, 80, of Chatham, passed away at 11:40pm on August 7, 2014 at St. John’s Hospice, Springfield, IL due to complications from multiple myeloma. Dr. Gorman was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Chatham, IL. He attended the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi social fraternity. He was a 1958 graduate of Loyola University School of Dentistry in Chicago, where he joined Xi Psi Phi professional dental fraternity and the Loyola Dental School Choir. During his dental career, Dr. Gorman was active in civic affairs while he resided in Girard from 1959 - 1977. He was a member and president of the school board, member and president of the Chamber of Commerce and member and president of the Kiwanis Club. After moving to Chatham in 1977, Dr. Gorman was an active member of Glenwood Athletic Boosters, the Gridiron Club and Band Boosters. In his professional life, he was a member and president of the G.V. Black Dental Society. Dr. Gorman was also a member of the Illinois State Dental Society, the Chicago Dental Society, the American Dental Association, the American Association of Dental Examiners, and he was inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Dentists. For 20 years, Dr. Gorman was a member of the examination teams for Central Regional Dental Testing (CRDTS) and the Northeast Regional Board (NERB). After retirement in 2008, he was honored by the Illinois State Dental Society for his 50 years as a practicing dentist; 49 of those years were spent in his general dentistry practice in Girard, IL. English Thursday, August 7, 2014

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