Tributes to Professors & Academics

Anne Wall Miller Born: June 11, 1930 Died: March 26, 2026 Mesa, Arizona – Anne Wall Miller passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the age of 95. She was born on June 11, 1930, in East St. Louis, IL and spent her childhood years in Collinsville, IL. Anne went on to attend the...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lynda. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Glen Woodhead; her daughters, Melissa Woodhead and Katherine Johnson (William Johnson); her son, Patrick Woodhead (Larissa Woodhead); and her cherished grandson, Noah Johnson. She is...

Eleyce Ard Usery (Lisa) passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, after a long illness. She taught mathematics for 26 years at middle and high schools in Georgia and northeast Florida. Eleyce is predeceased by her parents, longtime Pontotoc residents Elton Russell Ard and Katherine Inmon Ard,...

JANET E. DIETEL May 2, 1948 - April 14, 2026 It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Janet E. Dietel on April 14, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on May 2, 1948, in San Antonio, Texas Janet was the beloved daughter of J. Fred...

May 27, 1941 - Apr 13, 2026 Larry Orlin Oty, born on May 27th, 1941, to Orville and Margaret Oty (Welch) in Spokane, WA, passed away April 13th with his family by his side. He graduated from North Central High School in 1959 and attended Eastern Washington College prior to joining the Navy in...

IN LOVING MEMORY Patsy Nell Stambaugh Graham Aug 14 1934 - Apr 21 2026 Apr 21 2026 Patsy Nell Stambaugh Graham, age 91, passed away April 21, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. She was born in Celina, Texas, August 14, 1934, to DeWitt Alton Stambaugh and Ermyne Mae Carter. After the death of her parents,...

Barlow, Terence F. ALBANY - Terence F. Barlow, Ed.D., age 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from complications following a heart attack. Terry was the son of the late Florence and James Barlow. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Jo-Anne Barlow; his daughter, Erin...

Sep 27, 2025 Janet Daisy Reynolds passed away September 27, 2025, at the age of 84. A celebration of her life will be held on May 16, 2026, at The Woman's Club of Spokane, 1428 W 9th Ave, from 1:00 to 3:00. She is survived by her husband, Edward Reynolds, and her daughter, Jennifer, both of...

Judy was born May 7, 1939 in Denver, Colorado. She grew up with her parents, Jerome John and Ada Fern (Mundell) Williams along with her brother Jerome Joseph. Her favorite memories included summers on the farm in Colorado with her grandparents Roy Donald and Diora Grace Spindle Mundell. Judy...

Janice Summers Hodge passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026 in Houston, TX at the age of 65. She was surrounded by family members, love, and prayers. Janice was born on July 16, 1960 in Houston, Texas to Robert Summers of Charleston, Mississippi and Donna Summers of Pittsburg, Kansas. She grew...

DR. MANUEL P. BERRIOZABAL April 15, 2026 Dr. Manuel Philip Berríozábal passed peacefully on April 15, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas, in the arms of his beloved wife, Maria Antonietta Berríozábal. He faced Alzheimer's disease with the same courage, kindness, and patience that defined his life. Born...

Thomas Annelin died on February 25, 2026 in Traverse City Michigan with family and dear companion, Deanna Noonan, at his bedside. He was born on January 26, 1949 in Marquette Michigan. Tom was the son of William and Marjorie (Tripp) Annelin. He lived for a short time in Pellston, MI. He grew up...

Helen Louise Lunsford Helen Louise Lunsford, 93, of Bradenton, FL, formerly of South Windsor, CT, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Helen was a proud graduate of Boston University. She dedicated 35 years to shaping young minds as a 5th-grade teacher in...

Roger Gerard Talbot, 83, an award-winning journalist for the New Hampshire Sunday News, died April 22, 2026, in the Intensive Care Unit at Concord Hospital. Just eight days prior, he had been cleaning up his yard, when he suffered a devastating fall. The Pembroke ambulance transported him to the...

Mary Roberta Crocker Mary Roberta Crocker (née Beebe), of Tolland, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was 81 years old. Born on March 9, 1945, in East Hartford, Connecticut, to Robert and Mary (née Bragg) Beebe, Mary dedicated herself to...

Matthew J. Miller, 58, of Fort Wayne, died Sunday April 19, 2026 at Lutheran Hospital. Matt was born in Fort Wayne on January 20, 1968, the son of (the late) Samuel J. and Nola K. “Kathleen” Miller. He graduated from Wayne High School and continued his studies at Purdue University,...

Alida Zwemstra Alsop, 90, passed away on March 25, 2026. Alida Zwemstra was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands on April 4, 1935. Her parents were Jan and Jannigje Zwemstra. Jan and Jannigje were blessed with four children: Adri/daughter in 1931, Aart/son in 1933, Alida/daughter in 1935, and...

4/15/2026 Dolores Rose Wilson of Nokomis, Florida was born in Cleveland, Ohio on October 28, 1927 and passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at the age of 98. She moved to the Venice area in 1947 from Willougby, Ohio where she attended Riverside Elementary, John Marhsall Jr. High School both in...

Ruth Allison Roach (1932 - 2026), the legendary former Principal of Branksome Hall, a visionary educator, and a steadfast champion for women, passed away peacefully, at Sunnybrook Hospital, on April 19th. Born on August 28, 1932, Allison was a woman of immense vitality, sharp intellect, and a...

Eugene Gross, 80 Eugene Wesley Gross, 80, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026 in Sandpoint, Idaho. Services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Kootenai Community Church with Pastor Jim Osman officiating. Gene was born on October 6, 1945 in New Castle, IN, he graduated...

Lorna Jean (Miller) LeRoy was born the third child to Doyce (AKA Dutch) and Doris Miller on November 30, 1932, in a farmhouse near Memphis, Nebraska. She passed away on March 24, 2026, in Midland, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones. In her final days, countless friends stopped by to express how...

Margaret "Peggy" Anne Emery (April 30, 1934 - April 20, 2026) passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 20, 2026, just shy of her 92nd birthday. Born on April 30, 1934, in Grimsby, Ontario, Peggy was the daughter of the local town doctor, Dr. James MacMillan, and his wife, Bertha. Her...

Janice L. Hummel Born: October 29, 1950 in Harvard, IL Died: April 17, 2026 in Wonder Lake, IL Janice Lynne Hummel, peacefully passed away on April 17, 2026 at home. Jan was born October 29, 1950 to Vernon and Marion Harris in Harvard, IL. She was married to Gary Hummel, who refers to Jan fondly...

Stacia Scott Clark 10/18/1935 - 04/21/2026 Stacia Scott Clark of Midland passed away on April 21, 2026. A visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Monday, April 27, 2026...

Anne Marie Malemes 10/30/1933 - 04/18/2026 Anne Marie Malemes (Anne Marie Kritselis), aged 92, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in Garland, Texas. Born on October 30, 1933, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Anne lived a remarkable life filled with dedication to her family and a passion for...

Joye Lucas, 96 Joye Ann Mott Lucas was born on October 23, 1929, the day the U.S. stock market crashed, in Spokane, Washington to parents Mary and Galen Mott, and passed away at home in Moses Lake, Washington on December 19, 2025. Many residents of Moses Lake will remember her as a joyful and...

Janie Weber Shafer passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. The family is being cared for by Stauffer Funeral Homes, P.A. - Brunswick.

Patricia Eileen King Hauser (January 10, 1943 - April 20, 2026), known affectionately as "Patty," was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 20, 2026. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, she leaves behind a legacy of faith, creativity, and hospitality. A Life...

Janet Louise Carlson entered the courts of heaven peacefully on March 24th 2026 at the age of 97. She lived a vibrant life up until her final few days here on earth and spent her last hours with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren by her side, bestowing her blessings on each one....

Born February 22, 1933, in Marcelin, Saskatchewan - Died March 24, 2026, in Ottawa, Ontario. Age 93. Louise was of that generation that had little money but a lot of love. She was fond of remarking how far she had come from being 'a little Saskatchewan farm girl'. She was always proud of her...

Carlos Alberto Montes Jr., a man of profound heart, unwavering tenacity, and a joyful spirit, passed away peacefully surrounded by the family he adored on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Born in Long Island, NY, and raised in Jamaica Queens, NY. Carlos eventually found his home and community in...

Tracy Donese Creasy has passed away. The family is being cared for by Colbert-Wiley Funeral & Cremation Service.

RSM Sister Paulina Simms passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The family is being cared for by Duggan's Serra Mortuary - Burlingame.

John Wayne Rathke was born on September 5, 1944, in Kerrville, Texas. He was the second of six boys born to Benjamin Franklin Rathke and Olive Louise Jacoby. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Floyd David Rathke. John Wayne is survived by his beloved wife of over 62 years,...

Orva Heins June 10, 1925 - April 12, 2026 Orva Heins, 100, formerly of Surprise, died Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Brookstone Meadows in Elkhorn. Kracl Funeral Chapel is handling arrangements. The Funeral Service will be live streamed on Facebook: Kracl Funeral Chapel. Funeral Service, Friday,...

Slinger, WI - Myrna (nee Matthies) Olson, age 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Serenity Villa, Slinger, WI. Myrna was born on October 5, 1936, in Norwood Park, Illinois, just outside of Chicago, to the late John Arthur and Ruth (nee Klank) Matthies. She was...

George V. Belbusti, 94, a lifelong resident of West Haven and the beloved husband of Colleen Bartlett Belbusti, passed away on March 17, 2026 surrounded by his family at his home. Loving father of Kim Zabilowski of West Haven and Gina (Rob) Bohan of Orange. Stepfather of Judith (Darren) Fouts of...

Suzanne Laurie Duyck, 82, a resident of the Roy community, passed away on March 5, 2026 at her home. Sue was born on October 12, 1943 in Los Angeles, CA The oldest of two children born to Alan and Eleanor (Eppich) Anderson. Sue moved with her family to Gresham, OR. in 1947. She was in the first...

Stephen Longenecker, 86, passed away on April 15, 2026, in Asheville, NC. He was born on August 11, 1939, in Joplin, MO, to the late Galen and Louise Longenecker. Stephen earned his B.S. from Florida State University and went on to dedicate his life to education. He taught in the classroom, led...

It is with heartfelt emotion that we gather to remember the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Matryd “Jane” T. Adams, who passed away at the age of 86 in Desoto County. Born in Deland, Florida, Jane’s journey was grounded in faith, family, and an unwavering commitment to education and...

Timothy James Edenfield passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. The family is being cared for by Southcare Cremation & Funeral Society - Marietta.

Russell Lloyd Barbee, age 40, of Schertz, Texas, passed away Sunday April 19, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. Russell was born on March 10, 1986 in Charleston, South Carolina, a son of Philip Barbee and the late Donna Johnston Barbee. Russell was a military brat, moving from South Carolina to North...

Joseph F. Contento passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The family is being cared for by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.

OSB Brother James Lindsey passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The family is being cared for by Roller Funeral Home - Paris.

Margaret Brim Boyle, age 96, died peacefully on Sunday April 12, 2026 after a short illness. Beloved family members were at her bedside. Margaret was born August 4, 1929 in Downey, Idaho. Her parents were Willis and Erma Brim. She shared life on the farm with her older sister Maxine, younger...

Patricia McLaren March 27, 1930 - April 16, 2026 It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, ggMac, aunt, and friend, Patricia "Pat" Fish McLaren on April 16, 2026 in East Wenatchee, WA, at the age of 96. Pat was a true valley...

Anna Marie Chickey, 80, of Bethlehem, passed away April 20, 2026, peacefully at home. Born on March 20, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Blanche (Ponticelli) Varady. She was the beloved wife of Joseph J. Chickey for 60 years. Anna Marie worked at Glenby Company Orr's Department...

Lyle Arthur Nelson November 14, 1932 — January 19, 2026 Lyle Arthur Nelson was born, at home, to his parents Melvin & Jennie Nelson on November 14th, 1932, in Traverse County, Wheaton, MN. He attended elementary school in Rosholt, SD and high school at West Central School of...

Barbara Ann Hurley passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Falvo Funeral Home - Webster.

Obituary of Frederica U. Heslin Frederica Heslin, 82, of Marlborough, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Hartford on July 10, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Esther (Fargnoli) Uliano. She graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas...