Weddings and Celebrations

2004

Thatcher Glodé and Justyna Wojtach, June 24, 2017, in Winter Park, Colorado.

2009

Sarah Davidson and Spencer Hoffman, Oct. 7, 2017, in Germantown, New York.

Births and Adoptions

1979

Edward Goldstein and Melanie Flamenbaum have adopted a son, Ranan Henry Goldstein.

Obituaries

1934

Dorothy Karen Christenson Williamson, December 2017 in Denver, just shy of her 105th birthday. Dorothy graduated Phi Beta Kappa from CC, then underwent social worker training at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. During the Great Depression, she provided social services to the people of Lamar, Colorado, who had been affected by the Dust Bowl. Her experience was highlighted in the 2012 Ken Burns documentary, “The Dust Bowl,” and later featured in the 2014 major motion picture, “Interstellar.” In 1935, Dorothy married John Howard Williamson. They settled in Denver, where Dorothy continued her social work and took on active roles with the American Association of University Women and the Sons of Norway. Among those predeceasing Dorothy were a brother, Alton Carl Christenson ’35, and Howard. She is survived by children Karen Williamson Andrews ’62 (James), Kristin Williamson Adcock ’67, and Karl Williamson (Beth); five grandchildren, including Amelia Karen Adcock ’00; and six great-grandchildren.

1943

Charles Nilsson Giese, Feb. 2, 2017, at age 96. Charles was a decorated World War II European theater medic, as well as a bibliophile, multi-linguist, artist, and raconteur. His work led him to Seattle in 1953, and he lived there for the rest of his life. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor; he is survived by children Nancy Giese and Emilie Nielson, and a granddaughter.

1945

Jean Melcher Dalrymple, March 1, 2017, at age 92.

1946

Eloise McCord Ross, Sept. 24, at age 91. Eloise was preceded in death by her husband, Karl R. Ross. She is survived by daughters Suzy Ross-Winkelblech and Karla Ross.

Patricia “Pat” Stewart Peters, Nov. 7, in Manhattan, Kansas. She was 92. Pat earned her B.A. in geology and was a Kappa Kappa Gamma at CC. She went on to be an employee of Tulsa (Oklahoma) Public Schools and a homemaker, raising a family with her husband, Lewis Brill Peters ’50. Lewis predeceased her, as did one daughter, Deborah Allan Peters. Survivors include daughter Constance “Connie” Peters Cattell ’77 (Eric) and two grandchildren.

Redell Trimm Reed, Jan. 19, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at age 95. After CC, Redell earned two master’s degrees in education. She worked as a schoolteacher for over 30 years and received accolades in “Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers” for her work as a Title I reading specialist. Redell also took on church callings, specifically in genealogy, where she worked for over 20 years in the LDS Family History Center and spent countless hours helping and encouraging anyone to trace their ancestry. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reagan Reed. She is survived by children Mary Malone (Tim), Wayne Gray, Jack Gray (Debra), and Doylene Gorham (Darrel); 10 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.

John Robert “Bob” Tullis, Sept. 26, in Boise, Idaho. He was 92. Bob played football at CC, where as quarterback he led the team to an undefeated season in 1943. From 1944 to 1946, he served with the U.S. Third Army, 65th Division. As an advance scout, he was among the first Allied soldiers to reach and liberate Nazi concentration camps in Germany. After returning from the war, Bob married his high school sweetheart, Alice Bastida, graduated from the University of Idaho, became a CPA, and worked briefly for the IRS before establishing his own accounting firm. He opened offices in five Idaho cities and was on the boards of directors of many businesses, including Trus Joist Corporation and Clear Springs Foods. The first in his family to graduate from college, he ensured that all of his children, grandchildren, and many others had the opportunity to go to college. He was preceded in death by Alice. Survivors include their seven children — Dianne Pierce (Bill Snyder), Janet Colligan (Bob), Lynn Bastida Tullis ’73, Debra Tullis (Tom Webb), Robert Tullis (Scott Grimes), Elizabeth Tullis, and Richard Tullis (Kerry) — as well as nine grand-
children and eight great-grandchildren.

1948

Charles Frank Hix, Nov. 9, at age 91. While at CC, Frank entered the Navy V12 program. He then joined the NROTC Program at the University of Colorado and was commissioned as an ensign in the Navy in 1945. After his service, he returned to CU and graduated with degrees in electrical engineering and mechanical engineering. He then began a 33-year career with General Electric that included directing the creative engineering program and engineering for the Mercury and Gemini Space programs. With his first wife, Patsy Jane Coates, he had three daughters. Patsy died in 1966, and in 1967 Frank married Alma Otley Ingersoll, creating a combined family with her four sons. In 1981, Frank and Alma moved to Estes Park and assumed ownership of Hix Insurance, Inc. from which they retired in 2000. Frank is survived by Alma; children Peter Ingersoll (Ricki), Claudia Hix (Rick Angus), Tony Ingersoll (Cynthia), Lisa Hix (Jim Kyle), Julie Liebmann (Keith), Paul Ingersoll (Sarah), and Charles Hix III (Margaret); 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A grandson, Michael Bigelow, predeceased him.

Nancy Pinkett Hyer, Jan. 3, at age 91. Nancy left CC in her sophomore year to marry William “Bill” G.T. Hyer, a friend from Denver who was studying at Stanford University. After his graduation they moved to Chicago, where Nancy raised two children, Sally and Richard. Nancy and Bill were active in local and neighborhood affairs, with Nancy serving as president of the Parents Council of the Latin School as well as president of the Girl Scouts of Chicago. She was predeceased by her daughter. She is survived by Richard, his wife, Kathryn, and their daughter, Emma.

James F. Niblock MAT, Jan. 3, in East Lansing, Michigan. He had recently turned 100 years old. James received a B.A. and B.Ed. from Washington State University, an M.A. from CC, and a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa. From 1948 until 1985 he was a professor of music at Michigan State University, where he served as chairman of the College of Music for 15 years. During that time he was also concertmaster of the Lansing Symphony Orchestra. After his retirement from MSU, he continued to compose and perform. More than 100 of James’ music compositions have been published. He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Helen Beall Niblock MAT ’54. He is survived by his two children, Howard Niblock and Cynthia Thoen, and by a grandson.

1949

Horton Anton Johnson, Dec. 24, at age 91. After serving in the Navy during World War II aboard the USS Atlanta, Horton graduated from CC and what is now known as the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. He was a scientist at Brookhaven National Labs, taught at the University of Indiana Medical School, and was chairman of pathology at Tulane University Medical School. He served as chief of pathology at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospitals. Following his retirement he spent 22 years as a tour guide at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Horton is survived by his wife, Caryl Johnson; children, Katharine Johnson van Skike, Kristin Johnson Levine, Margaret Johnson Toukonen, Ann Johnson Howard, and Gregory Horton Johnson; stepsons Stephen H. Friend and Alexander L. Friend; 14 grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters. He was predeceased by a daughter, Marjorie Jean Johnson.

1950

Lloyd Earl “Ace” Gardner, Oct. 1, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. He was 91. Ace entered the Army as an 18-year-old, serving his country in the Pacific theater of World War II. Upon honorable discharge, he finished his bachelor’s at CC, where he met Beverly “Bev” Edwards ’51. They married and travelled to Atlanta, where Ace earned his master’s in chemistry from Georgia Tech. In 1952 they moved to Bartlesville and he began work with Phillips Petroleum as a research chemist, where he would secure 56 patents and contribute to countless other patent applications during a 34-year career. He was dedicated to the Sooner Saddlers and area quarter horse associations, was a faithful parishioner of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, and with Bev volunteered support for Jane Phillips Hospital, the Service League, the Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra, and Meals on Wheels, among others. Bev preceded him in death. He is survived by daughters Joan Marie Gardner and Janice Lee “Bo” Gardner (Christopher Somers).

Ronald Wayne Ivan ’50 MAT ’52, Oct. 2, in Pueblo, Colorado. He was 90 years old. Ronald served in the Navy aboard a ship stationed in the Philippines. He coached football at CC and at Pueblo Catholic High School, and taught social studies at Central High School. He ended his career as “dean of men” at what is now known as Colorado State University-Pueblo. Ronald is survived by his wife of 64 years, Connie; six children, Mary Jo Pocius (Randy), Judy (Tania Garcia), Prim (Robin), Ron Jr. (Alysia), Steve (Elaine), and John (Sue); 14 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. One granddaughter predeceased him.

Renee R. Mueller, Dec. 15, at age 89. Renee graduated from CC with a fine arts degree and later received her teaching credential from San Diego State University. Settling in California, she sang with the San Diego Symphony Chorale and Music in the Mountains Chorale in Grass Valley. She worked for the U.S. Forest Service
and volunteered with the Sierra Club. Renee is survived by her daughters, Annette Wolters (Gregory) and Jen Calandri (Nick); son, John Mueller (Camille); and five grandchildren.

Charles “Chuck” Herman Ormsby, Oct. 11, at age 89. Chuck served for five years in the U.S. Naval Reserves and earned an honorable discharge. He was an artist, a climbing instructor, and a boxer, winning two Colorado championship medals. When he retired as co-owner of C.F. Long Painting and Decorating in Colorado Springs, he was one of the last union painting contractors in the city. Chuck was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Janelle Hanke Ormsby. He is survived by 16 great-grandchildren and 11 grandchildren from seven daughters: Lezlee Gillaspie, Denise Schrock (Steve), Karrie Meyer (Marcus), Stephanie Fleming (Bob), Julie Glownia (Rob), Nancy Hudec (John), and Valerie Ormsby.

William “Bill” Palin Straub, Dec. 3, in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. He was 89. Bill earned a bachelor’s in psychology at CC, where he was also a member of Sigma Chi. He went on to earn a master’s from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and became a certified addiction and drug counselor. Bill worked throughout Milwaukee in social work positions, was a field instructor for UWM social work students, and also a guardian for elderly people with no families. He also served on various boards. He retired from social work, emeritus, in 1994, but continued in customer service until retiring in 2014. He is survived by his partner in life and spouse of 37 years, Ronald Peterson; his daughters, Zoe L. Straub and Caroline K. Wirth-Alloy (Daniel); the mother of his children, Persia Straub; three grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.

1951

Mary Fern Allerton Jones, Dec. 5, in Phoenix. She was 88. Mary’s degree was in biology. She and her husband, Robert Morris Jones ’51, made their home in Palatine and Deerfield, Illinois, then relocated to Durango, Colorado, and subsequently to Rio Verde, Arizona. Mary was a longtime P.E.O. member and an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield. She was a regular volunteer for disabled groups through her love for horses and riding. She is survived by Robert; her children Laura Cay Crossey ’77 (Karl Karlstrom), Karin Harwell (Greg), Lynn Ferguson (Dave), Perry Jones, and Carol Paterson (Simon); nine grandchildren, including Erin Lee Crossey ’07; and one great-granddaughter.

1952

Robert Finch, Dec. 12, in Golden, Colorado. He was 89. An Army veteran who served during World War II and the Korean War, Robert spent most of a 30-plus teaching career as a math teacher at North Aurora Middle School. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and an active Shriner, driving his Model T car with the “T Nobles” in many parades around Colorado. He also volunteered to read to elementary school children, and to help seniors with tax preparation. Robert was preceded in death by wives Jeannie Davis and Lorena Bolinger. He is survived by wife Lucille Finch and by children Ron Finch (Bev Louie), Debbie Davis (Matt), Sharon Leslie (John), and Debra Markano (Joe); eight grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

Robert “Bob” Earl Smith, Oct. 24, at age 89. Bob earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from CC, then a Ph.D. in history from the University of Missouri. He taught in Colorado Springs for almost five decades, priding himself on bringing American history to life via storytelling (and a little “show-biz”) and earning a place in the Palmer High School Hall of Fame. Bob also co-authored a biography of Colorado Sen. Thomas Patterson and spent more than 40 years as a broadcaster, drawing upon knowledge acquired in the U.S. Navy to serve as the Springs’ first on-air TV weatherman. Known widely as “Dr. Bob,” he worked as a radio sportscaster and newscaster and called Colorado Springs Sky Sox baseball games in the 1950s and 1980s. He was married for 67 years to Norma Jean Smith, who preceded him in death on Aug. 13. He is survived by daughter Rhonda Crossen ’73 (Bill) and her two children; and by son Scott Smith ’76.

James “Jim” Albert Wiebrecht, Oct. 10, in Elm Grove, Wisconsin, at age 88. Jim leaves behind his wife, Kay; two children, Cathi Wiebrecht-Searer (Richard) and Jamie Wiebrecht (Deborah); and five grandchildren.

1953

Marilyn Marksheffel Duque, Oct. 9, at age 87. Marilyn was a board member and volunteer at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and also served the Junior League of Los Angeles, the Hemet Hospital Auxiliary, the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole, and the Music Academy of the West. She was predeceased by her husband, Gabriel “Gabe” Carlos Duque Jr., in 1977, and by her son Gabriel Mark Duque ’87 in 2007. Survivors include her children, Mary Cohen (Jeff), Thomas Duque, and Martha Duque MacEachern ’85 (Matt), as well as daughter-in-law Patricia “Trish” Taylor Duque ’87. Marilyn also is survived by four grandchildren.

Betty Jean Roberts Dummer, Nov. 3, in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She was 86. At CC, Jean met Jerome “Jerry” Ege Dummer ’52, whom she would marry in 1952. They settled permanently in Los Alamos in November 1953, and there they would raise their family. Jean spent many years working in the altar guild at the Episcopal Church in Los Alamos and loved her service, as well as travel later in life. She was preceded in death by sons Gregory Jerome and John Roberts. She is survived by Jerry and their daughters, Sarah (Corby) and Martha (Spencer), and two grandsons.

Charles “Chuck” Francis O’Connor, Oct. 12, in Polson, Montana. He was 86. Chuck earned a business degree at CC and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. He and Suzanne Royce O’Connor ’52 married in 1952 in Santa Monica, California. They would live in Menlo Park, California, for 32 years, and later Bend, Oregon, before moving to Polson. Suzanne preceded Chuck in death. He is survived by a daughter, Laura O’Connor Pickett ’80; a son, Scott (Heidi); and seven grandchildren.

1954

Paul Eugene Towner, Dec. 25, at age 85. After completing studies in sociology at CC, Paul earned a Master of Divinity degree from Yale University. He was a rector of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Sparks, Nevada, and a church cornerstone for more than 30 years.

1955

Eleanor L. Diener Anderson, Oct. 19, at age 83. Eleanor earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from CC and gained employment with the Shell Chemical Company as a chemical literature research specialist in Oakland, California. She later relocated to Wilmington, Delaware, to work for the DuPont Company. Eleanor left DuPont in 1966 to raise her family full-time. She relocated to Victoria, Texas, that same year, where she remained until six months before her death. Eleanor was a founding member of Christ the Victor Lutheran Church, where she played the organ for over 50 years. She is survived by two children, Stephen Anderson (Cyd) and Karen Evans (Joel), and two grandchildren.

1956

Marilynn Mabee Clark Huntington, May 31, at age 83. Marilynn graduated from CC with a music degree. She went on to serve as choir director among her positions at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Oxnard, California, which recommended her for the ordained ministry. She earned divinity and ministry degrees from the Claremont School of Theology, where she met Mark Huntington in 1979. They married in 1981. Outside of her religious work and accomplishments, which included high-level church cabinet work and service on the World Methodist Council, Marilynn served on various community boards. She is survived by Mark; her son, Rob Mabee (Merrilee); her daughter, Cindy Kleinrock; her stepson, Aaron Huntington; her stepdaughter, Elysha Huntington (John Sanful); seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

Allan Jeffery “Jeff” Simus, May 7, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, at age 82. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jeff arrived at CC in 1952 and played hockey from ’52 to ’56 as a goaltender. He graduated as a geological engineer in 1957, the same year he married Lee Hammond ’57; the two would remain together until her passing in 2010. Jeff enjoyed a long career in the oil business, primarily in Calgary. He is survived by his daughter Jennifer Fisher ’85, son Monty, grandson Zephyr Simus, and brother John Otto Simus ’64.

Jerry Dean Teske, Aug. 2, at age 86. Jerry served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War before earning his B.A. from CC and, later, an M.A. from Northwestern University. He married Barbara Kay Cannon ’55 in late 1955; they would be married for 60 years and raise four children. Jerry was the choral director at Colorado Springs’ Palmer High School for 10 years, then supervisor of music in Colorado Springs School District 11 until his retirement. He taught hundreds of students in private voice lessons over the years and was a leading baritone in the Colorado Springs community. Barbara predeceased him. He is survived by children Tamara Teske Lenz, Todd Teske (Deborah Jenkins Teske), Troy Teske (Bekke Teske), and Tracy Teske Bruno; and five grandchildren.

Virginia “Ginny” Aubert Winterhalter, Oct. 23, at age 83. Soon after college, Ginny married William C. Winterhalter and raised four children in Pasadena, California. She was active in the Junior League of Pasadena. Following the 1965 death of her first child, Charlie, she was a regular supporter of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Ginny is survived by William; her children Michael (Jill), Elizabeth, and Stephen; and four grandchildren.

1957

Sue Ann Flenniken Roorda Hartwell, Jan. 29, at age 82. Sue earned her degree in elementary education from the University of Northern Colorado. She was a mother of Rand Roorda, Tim Roorda, and Judith “Judy” Renee Francois ’86 (Paul), all of whom survive her. Other survivors include a stepson, James Baker Hartwell ’80, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and her first husband, Joe Roorda. Her second husband, Ronald “Ron” Hartwell ’52, predeceased her.

1959

Lawrence “Larry” Gerald Doolen, Dec. 10, in Centennial, Colorado, at age 79. Larry earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration from the University of Denver. Upon graduation, Larry helped his father with the family “soda-pop” business, then started a beverage company blending flavors for other companies. After selling this business, buying it back, building it again, to sell it once again, Larry tried his hand at several other businesses, including a Colorado-based dry ice manufacturing company that grew to serve several states. He also earned a J.D. from the University of Denver and passed the bar exam. In the ’90s, Larry took to buying and building up distressed businesses along with his sons. He retired in 1999, after turning around a small apparel company and selling it to one of the biggest uniform manufacturers in racing. He also raced in the Pikes Peak Hill Climb and served in a prison ministries program and in Gideons International. Larry is survived by his spouse, Janet; his sons Doug Doolen (Heather), Shaun Doolen, and Todd Doolen; and three grandchildren.

Suzanne Ecke McColl, Feb. 6, 2017, in Lawrence, Kansas. Suzanne graduated from Pomona College with a B.A. in sociology, married, and had two sons. She moved to Lawrence, Kansas, in the mid-1960s, where she worked as a secretary in the Aerospace Engineering Department at the University of Kansas. In later life, she supported the Bob J. Dole Institute and Lawrence Memorial Hospital, and also donated to the University of Kansas for the Suzanne Ecke McColl Nature Reserve. She also volunteered with organizations including Brandon Woods at Alvamar nursing home, Meals on Wheels, and Trinity In-Home Care. Suzanne was active in many groups, including the University Women’s Club and her Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority; in fact, in lieu of flowers, mourners of her death were asked to consider donating to the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation for scholarships (or the Suzanne Ecke McColl Memorial Scholarship at CC).

1961

Ralph Wann Rawles, Oct. 7, in Santa Barbara, California. He was 78. After CC, Wann moved to California to attend Claremont Graduate University, where he earned a master’s in international studies in 1964. He settled in Claremont and taught high school in La Puente, California, for over 25 years. In 1999 he moved to Santa Barbara, where he worked in IT before retiring in 2009. Wann was an avid tennis player, a soccer coach, and an accomplished sailor. He is survived by his wife, Judy; children Jody, Douglas Christopher Rawles ’86, Drew, and Lee; and nine grandchildren.

Karen L. Utley, June 5, in Boulder, Colorado. She was 78.

1963

Carole K. Coffman Stoller, Oct. 9, in Colorado Springs. She was 76. Carole earned her bachelor’s from Colorado College and her master’s from Lesley College, and worked as a kindergarten teacher in Colorado Springs for over 40 years. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, David James Stoller, and her two sons, Benjamin Allan Stoller and Andrew David Stoller.

1964

William “Bill” Carlton Burgess M.A., Oct. 21. A Korean War veteran, Bill earned a B.A. in art at the University of Colorado. At CC he earned an M.A. in painting, which was followed by an M.F.A. in sculpture from the Maryland Institute College of Art. Bill taught art for 20 years at Wasson High School in Colorado Springs, and raised three children with his wife, Betty. For 50 years, he made sculpture in the Pikes Peak region, with his work now placed in many private collections and public sites throughout Colorado. The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College has three of his sculptures in its permanent collection. Bill is survived by his three children — Sally Burgess Fouche, William Carlton Burgess Jr., and Lisa Burgess-Alm — as well as by his faithful partner of 20 years, Kat Jorstad, and Kat’s children, Ashley Jones and Nathan Jorstad. Kat and Bill shared 16 grandchildren.

Nancy “Nan” C. Lindsley-Griffin, Nov. 20, at age 74. Nan spent 27 years as a professor of geology, specializing in structural geology at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, and upon retiring was named professor emeritus. She belonged to the Geological Society of America, the Association for Women Geologists, and the Association of American Petroleum Geologists. Nan enjoyed travel and trying to understand the geology of the places she worked and visited. Survivors include her husband, John R. Griffin.

1965

Kenneth Roy Herrick, Dec. 29, at age 78. Kenneth earned degrees at CC and also at the University of Hawaii-Manoa. He served on the library staff at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside in Kenosha, Wisconsin, for six years before becoming the library director at the University of Hawaii at Hilo, where he worked for 24 years. After retirement he and his wife Johanna I. Waller Herrick ’63 settled in Vancouver, Washington, where he was actively involved on the board of the Friends of Chamber Music in Portland. He was preceded in death by Johanna and is survived by his son, John.

1969

Ronald Dean Metcalf, in early 2017, at age 74.

1971

Carol Weege Garrard, May 21, at age 67. Just prior to entering CC, Carol met Ed Garrard on a blind date; they married in 1970. While military duties sent Ed overseas, Carol stayed at home to complete her bachelor’s in elementary education. Carol then rejoined Ed in Japan, where she immediately began teaching kindergarten. With various military duty assignments, the couple lived in numerous locations, expanded their family with two daughters, and finally settled in Grapevine, Texas. There, Carol taught for 26 years in a variety of roles, with her favorite being art education for all elementary grades. She completed a master’s in humanities at Southern Methodist University in 1999. Carol was preceded in death by her older daughter, Amanda. She is survived by Ed, and by their daughter, Megan; their son-in-law, Nai Kang; and three grandsons.

1973

Willard “Bill” Wells Yates, Sept. 10, in Middlesburg, Virginia. He was 66. Bill was an expert researcher of those who used offshore bank accounts to evade federal taxes. He worked closely with IRS examiners in his role as an international tax attorney with the Office of Associate Chief Counsel (International) to find offshore bank accounts and the people who set them up. His contributions paid off in the late 2000s, when the IRS began a pursuit of Swiss banks that ended with UBS paying $780 million to settle charges that it helped wealthy Americans evade taxes. Bill retired in 2012. Besides his CC degree, Bill earned a master’s from Georgetown University Law Center and a law degree from Temple University Beasley School of Law.

1974

Neophytos Charalambous Shakallis, Oct. 3. A native of Cyprus, Neophytos studied psychology at CC, then public law and political sciences before earning his Ph.D. in educational psychology at the University of Athens in Greece. He worked as a teacher, as a psychologist, and as a professor and head of training at the Pedagogical Institute of Cyprus. He also served as director of the Institute for Personal and Professional Development, providing consulting services to individuals, couples, and parents, and taught at the University of Cyprus, the Pedagogical Institute, and the Cyprus Police Academy. He served as president of the Cyprus Association for Cooperative Learning. Neophytos is survived by his wife, Anthula, and children, Vicky and Haris.

1976

Ruben Longeaux y Vasquez, Sept. 10,
at age 63. While at CC, Ruben supplemented his income working as a disc jockey and developed a great knowledge and love of music. Later, living with family in New Mexico, he worked in retail and hospitality, and finally human resources until he was forced to leave because of poor health. Survivors include his mother, Enriqueta L. Vasquez.

1977

Leon “Lee” Jay Abram, Sept. 9, in Danville, Virginia. He was 61. After graduating from CC, Lee went on to become a doctor, graduating from the University of Minnesota Medical School. He was named the fifth-best spinal surgeon in the United States and was a partner in Spectrum Health Care in Danville. He also was a back, neck, and spinal surgeon for SOVAH Hospital of Danville. Lee is survived by his spouse, Matthew R. Warren; two sons, David Abram and Alexander Abram; and one daughter, Cammie Abram.

1979

William “Bill” Harry Hammel, Oct. 10, in Anchorage, Alaska. He was 60. Bill graduated with a physics degree from CC and went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He completed an anesthesia residency at University of Utah. Bill fell in love with the state of Alaska, where he settled to practice. While heli-skiing in Valdez, Alaska, he met his wife, Elise Hsieh, as both played with their dogs. He was part of two expeditions on Mount Everest and climbed Denali, where he worked on a project to study altitude sickness. Bill is survived by Elise and their sons, Harry and Cole.

1986

Christopher Galen Weaver, Sept. 20, at age 53. Chris was an educator who began his career in teaching in Denver and Seattle. He moved to Asheville, North Carolina, in 1999 with his wife, Rhett Hudson, and son, Aidan. In Asheville, they later welcomed another son, Noah. Chris used play, creativity, experiential learning, and a loving attitude in the classroom and was selected as North Carolina Charter School Teacher of the Year and voted Best Teacher in the annual Mountain Xpress reader poll. He used his standing to speak against funding cuts to the traditional public schools, and to speak out for the value of teaching assistants. Chris also directed the 4-H Camp in Swannanoa, North Carolina, for four years. He is survived by his wife and their sons.

1991

Ruth Ellen Bairrington MAT, Sept. 26, in McKinleyville, California. She was 89. Ruth (or her pen name of “Rellen,” chosen when she wrote her self-published autobiography “The Outsider”), earned three college degrees while also rearing a young family, teaching Sunday School, and being a Camp Fire Girls leader. She earned a B.A. and M.A. in literature from Baylor University, as well as an MA in education — almost 30 years later — at CC. Her professional career included teaching high school English in Colorado Springs, English at the University of Colorado, and designing and leading senior citizen seminars on Shakespeare and classical Greek plays. She was married for over 54 years to Noble Bairrington, who predeceased her in 2002. Ruth is survived by their two children, Linda Carol Bairrington Wagner and Philip Kevin Bairrington (Rebecca), and three grandchildren.

1995

Leslie Ann Cobb Dwyer MAT, July 3, at age 60. Leslie worked as a teacher, preschool owner, and a case worker for Teller County in Colorado, where she was also a member of Woodland Park Community Church. Leslie is survived by her husband, Robert “Bob” Dwyer, and her children, Nathan and Leanne.

2010

Kaytlyn Rosalie Jornayvaz, Oct. 27, after a back surgery. She was 30. At CC, Kaytlyn was vice president of philanthropy for Kappa Alpha Theta, where she created events to raise awareness for at-risk youth. She further pursued that passion by co-founding a nonprofit in 2006 to provide arts and life skills interventions for at-risk youth; now called ArtsBridge, the program has served thousands of young people nationwide. Kaytlyn was also a classically trained vocalist and equestrian, and a strong supporter of women’s causes. Her survivors include parents Louisa Craft and Bobby Jornayvaz; brother Robert; and sister Auna (Andrew Wolf).

2019

Philip Alexander Ooi, Dec. 28, at age 20. Survivors include his parents, Rena Collins and Henry Ooi.