IN MEMORIAM

Susanna Chehata, Esq., ’13 is an attorney with the Executive Office for Immigration Review in Falls Church, Va. She earned this position through the Department of Justice Honors Program.

Sheryl Klus ’13 received her master’s degree in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University in July 2018. In 2019, she became a board-certified behavior analyst.

Emmitt Smith ’13 is a sales coordinator for Tenon Tours in Lewes, Del.

Jordan Higgins ’14 is the head baseball coach at Elizabethtown High School.

Tyler Skroski ’14 is a senior marketing coordinator at Avison Young in West Conshohocken.

Collin Straka ’14 is the recruiting operations manager for StubHub in San Francisco, Calif.

Emily Peters ’15 is a staff attorney at Northwestern Legal Services in Farrell.

Samuel Yoder ’15 is a trombonist with the American Music Theatre in Lancaster. They perform original shows more than 150 times a year for audiences on the East Coast.

Jeff Bates ’16 is the assistant director for student conduct at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Taylor Frey Baublitz, Esq., ’16

Taylor Frey Baublitz, Esq., ’16 is an attorney at Stock and Leader, Attorneys

Timothy Lupia ’16 teaches voice lessons, including at Dickinson College, and sings throughout the tri-state area.

Corby Myers ’16 is the sales service center manager for the Southwest Division of Vulcan Materials Co.

Bridget Rothert ’16 is an assistant women’s basketball coach at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Md.

Shortly after her father’s cancer diagnosis, Megan Cook ’17, with a nudge from Lexi Lantz ’17, signed up for The Love Run, a half marathon fundraiser for cancer research. After seeing how expensive her father’s daily medication was, she wanted to help alleviate the burden for other families. She raised $4,053, which was donated, at her father’s request, to Penn State Hershey’s Hope for Healing fund.

Brianna Heffner ’17 is an assistant scientist for Colorcon Inc. in Harleysville.

Pamela Keating ’17

is the royalties and data manager at Missing Link Music, a music administration/publishing company in Hoboken, N.J.

Pamela Keating ’17

Abigail Nicholas ’17

is the general and vocal music teacher at Reynolds Middle School in the Lancaster School District.

Jeanette Tropp ’17 is a senior digital marketing specialist at MacuLogix–The AMD Experts.

Dr. Courtney M. Wilt ’17, D’19 is a physical therapist at Pivot Physical Therapy in Washington, D.C.

Kirsten Bannan ’18 is a social media specialist with Crosby Marketing Communications in Annapolis, Md.

Clarissa Dempsey ’18 teaches fifthgrade English at Washington Street Elementary School in Rockingham, N.C.

Bryan Kukulski ’18 is an actuarial analyst at Oliver Wyman, a global management consulting firm in Philadelphia.

Theresa Messenger ’18 is the marketing director at Power Train Sports and Fitness in Manheim.

Alyssa Misiewicz ’18 is teaching fourthgrade general education at Jonestown Elementary School, where she also completed her student teaching.

Rebecca Dertinger ’19 is the office administrator for the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (CCDC) Soldier Center in Natick, Mass.

Quentin Gable ’19, Cathi Bashore Gable ’94

Quentin Gable ’19 is an instrument support teacher at the Milton Hershey School.

Benjamin “Ben” Gibbs ’19 is a freelance videographer for Gibbs Films in Lancaster. He is also a video editor/studio assistant at Hayman Studio in York.

Cole Palazzari M’19 is the director of crisis for The Meadows Psychiatric Center in Centre Hall.

Trevor Pyle M’19 is a cyber analyst technical lead at Sabre Systems Inc. in Warrington.

Stacey Hollinger, LVC associate director of athletics and senior women’s administrator, was inducted into the Central Chapter PA Sports Hall of Fame in November 2019.

Aaron Miller, Esq.

Aaron Miller, Esq., a three-year member of the men’s ice hockey team, is the legal counsel for a family-run company in Toronto, Canada. Previously, he was a member of a labor and employment firm on Bay Street (Canada’s Wall Street).

’30s

Dorothy Null Frey ’39 died June 19, 2019, in Lebanon. She taught in the Lebanon School District for 25 years. She received the Outstanding Teacher Award from the Valley Forge Freedom Foundation and an LVC Outstanding Alumnus Award. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Lebanon, for more than 60 years. Frey was predeceased by her husband, Raymond T. Frey Sr. ’39. She is survived by a daughter, Carol Frey Hollich ’66; a son, Raymond T. Frey Jr. M’00; son-inlaw, George J. Hollich Jr. ’65; and grand

’40s

Irene Seiders Bigler ’41 died Sept. 6, 2019, in Upper Allen Twp. She was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II. She taught in the former Duncannon School District, and later worked with the Department of Veterans Affairs in Wilkes Barre and Harrisburg. Bigler was a charter member of the Women’s Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Mary Elizabeth Grube Weidman ’43 died Nov. 11, 2019, in Lititz. She taught in the Cocalico, Conestoga Valley, and Ephrata school districts. Following retirement, Weidman was a Red Cross and hospice bereavement volunteer and volunteer tutor. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Akron.

Sarah Koury Zimmerman ’45 died Dec. 7, 2019, in Chambersburg. She taught in Mercersburg, Harrisburg, and Waynesboro, and was the organist at the Presbyterian Church of Waynesboro for more than 50 years. Zimmerman was predeceased by her husband, Robert A. Zimmerman ’48.

Edith Kreiser Probus ’46 died Dec. 25, 2019, in McLean, Va. She was a respected master gardener, a Fairfax County extension volunteer for 40 years, and a McLean Trees Foundation volunteer and supporter. She was a loyal donor to The Valley Fund and student scholarships. Probus’ bequest intention will support scholarships at LVC and the College’s Edith Kreiser Probus Book Fund, established by her sister, Elizabeth, as a birthday gift. The fund supports new library acquisitions in plant science. Probus is survived by her brothers, Dr. Thomas H. Kreiser ’58, and Capt. Alfred J. Kreiser ’61, and a sister, Ellen Kreiser Jarrett ’67. She was predeceased by a sister, Dr. Elizabeth Kreiser Weisburger ’44, and a brother, Wesley R. Kreiser ’49.

Richard D. Seidel ’46 died July 26, 2019, in La Plata, Mo. He taught choral music in public schools and at Centenary College for Women in Hackettstown, N.J. Seidel founded choral societies, including as a student at West Reading High School.

Miriam Shuman Hullinger ’47 died Aug. 9, 2019, in Reading. She worked at Reading Hospital as a lab technician for 31 years, retiring in 1993. She was a devoted member of Sacred Heart R.C. Church in West Reading.

The Rev. William “Bill” Keeler Sr. ’49, H’84

died July 12, 2019, in Quarryville. He was a World War II veteran who fought in the European Theater. He attended Lancaster Theological Seminary, and became pastor at churches in Marshallton, Quarryville, and Telford, retiring in 1989. Keeler continued to visit shut-ins and those in need up until late 2018. He is survived by a daughter, Joan Keeler Lockard ’74.

Marion G. Wilhelm ’49 died Dec. 5, 2019, in Lebanon. She was an X-ray technician for the former Lebanon Sanatorium. Wilhelm was a member of The Church of the Good Shepherd, the Good Samaritan Ladies Auxiliary, and Cornwall Manor Society. Wilhelm was predeceased by her husband, James A. Wilhelm ’50. She is survived by a son, Robert J. Wilhelm ’83.

’50s

Dr. Nancy H. Bright ’50 died Dec. 20, 2019, in Boca Raton, Fla. After graduating from LVC with a bachelor’s in chemistry, she earned her doctorate in medicine from the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania. She was a highly regarded

and dedicated pediatrician in Steubenville, Ohio, for more than three decades, and always enjoyed seeing her former patients from the generations of families she cared for during her career.

At LVC, Bright was inducted into the Phi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society. She was also president of the Women’s Commuter Council, and a member of the Chemistry Club and Quittapahilla. Bright was a lifelong contributor to her undergraduate alma mater, becoming a member of the Thomas Rhys Vickroy Society, the College’s highest giving society, and leaving the College in her estate plans as a member of the Miles Rigor Society.

Ret. Maj. Daniel H. Fraunfelter ’50 died Dec. 4, 2019, in Falmouth, Mass. He served as a radioman during World War II. He also served in the Air National Guard, attaining the rank of major. He retired from GTE in 1986 as the director of materials planning and development. Fraunfelter was a co-founder of Cape Cares, participating in many trips to Honduras with the group.

Joan L. Klingler ’51 died Nov. 4, 2019, in Harrisburg. She was a missionary with Latin American Missions Organization, ministering in Costa Rica, Columbia, and Germany, and to Native Americans in Arizona. Klingler also taught English as a second language (Spanish) in the York County School District. She was predeceased by a brother, Richard B. Klingler ’59.

The Rev. Ruth Marie Stambach ’52 died Jan. 14, 2019, in Lebanon. She received an LVC Alumni Citation in 1983. Stambach pastored at Marseilles United Methodist Circuit in Upper Sandusky, Ohio.

Sterling F. Strause ’52 died June 2, 2018, in Roseville, Minn. He was a research and development chemist for General Electric for many years, then was vice president of research and development for W.H. Brady Co. in Milwaukee, Wis. He was a member of Saint John’s Lutheran Church in Saxeville, Wis. Strause volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King, Wis.

Harold “Hal” G. Brandt ’53 died July 4, 2019, in Lebanon. He served in the U.S. Navy, then worked in the steel and insurance industries. Brandt wrote and implemented the Amusement Ride Safety Act. He is survived by a granddaughter, Liza Brandt Say ’99, and her husband, Jason C. Say ’95.

Dr. Herbert Fields ’54 died Jan. 1 in Florida. He was a flight surgeon in the U.S. Air Force. While a student at LVC, he was a star basketball player and an exceptional student. He was inducted into LVC’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 1982. Fields distinguished himself as a resident in otolaryngology at Manhattan Eye and Ear, and as a fellow at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He was a renowned and respected ENT physician in south Florida for several decades. He was also a founding member of Palmetto General Hospital, retiring in 1996.

William D. Gorgone, Esq., ’54 died Jan. 9 in Saddle Brook, N.J. A Korean War veteran, he owned a private law practice and served as township solicitor for Saddle Brook. Gorgone was a member of the Saddle Brook Rotary and Republican clubs.

Edith Werntz Taylor ’55 died Nov. 10, 2019, in Sumter, S.C. While at LVC, she was a member of Rotary International, Presbyterian Women, Delta Lambda Sigma, and the chorus. She was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church.

Thomas V. Quinn ’56 died Jan. 1 in Lebanon. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a standout football player at LVC. Quinn had a four-decade career in education, retiring as principal of Ebenezer Elementary School in Lebanon.

Roy E. Boush ’57 died Jan. 20 in Freedom. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He worked for CNA Insurance Co. and American States Insurance Co. He retired from American States in 1996 as the regional underwriting manager. Boush was a member of Memorial Park Church.

Patricia Gordon Drabenstadt ’57 died Jan. 13 in Surfside Beach, S.C. She worked as a medical technologist at the University of Wisconsin and the American Red Cross. She was predeceased by her sister, Linda Gordon Hatfield ’59.

June Lykens Lantz ’57 died Sept. 24, 2019, in Lancaster. She taught private piano lessons in addition to teaching in Frackville and St. Clair schools. She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. Lantz is survived by her husband of 64 years, the Rev. W. Frank Lantz ’57.

Carol E. Anderson ’58 died Oct. 25, 2019, in Harrisburg. She was a Fulbright Scholar in Berlin, Germany, and studied at the Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria. She is survived by a cousin, Carol Matter Elder ’77.

Dr. Carroll E. Ditzler ’58 died Nov. 6 in Elizabethtown. After graduating from LVC, he received his master’s degree from the University of Delaware and a doctorate in dental surgery from Temple University. Ditzler opened a private dental practice, which he and his wife of 55 years, Jean Fox Ditzler, ran for 26 years. He was active in his church, president of the Lebanon County Dental Society,

a two-year member of the LVC Board of Trustees, a generous contributor to LVC’s Chemistry Department, and a fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry. Ditzler played the trombone, euphonium, and piano, and was a member of several area bands.

Dr. Robert W. Kauffman ’58 died Dec. 11, 2019, in Massachusetts. He was the clinical director of the Cardinal Cushing School and Training Center in Hanover, Mass., and had a private practice. He was a member of the First Parish Church in Duxbury.

Dr. Charles David Teates ’58 died Aug. 30, 2019, in Gordonsville, Va. He served as a radiologist at two evac hospitals in the U.S. Army Medical Corps. He became an associate professor of radiology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine.

’60s

Joyce E. Martin ’60 died July 18, 2019, in Lancaster. She was a teacher at Summit Valley and Brecknock elementary schools in the Eastern Lancaster County School District. During her 33-year career, she also taught at the Rosemont School and for the U.S. Army in Germany. Martin was a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church in New Holland.

Kenneth J. Swisher Sr. ’60 died Nov. 20, 2019, in Chambersburg. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, having served in the Korean War. Swisher was a professor of forestry at Penn State Mont Alto and a member of the Chambersburg Bible Church.

Robert F. Rhine ’61 died June 23, 2019, in Lebanon. He served in the U.S. Air Force in Puerto Rico. He taught in the Cornwall-Lebanon School District for 44

years and was a PIAA official for 50 years. He was a member of the Palmyra Church of the Brethren. Rhine is survived by his wife, Barbara Smith Rhine ’63, and a brother, C. Richard Rhine ’62.

The Rev. Keith Burnell Wise ’61 died June 14, 2019, in Pendleton, Ore. He served 44 years in the ministry, including for churches in Alaska, Idaho, and New Jersey. He is survived by his former wife, Patricia Petrullo Wise ’60.

Yvonne K. Hughes ’62 died Nov. 10, 2019, in Mechanicsburg. She was a hygiene and safety manager for the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Indian Head, Md.

John K. Seymour ’62 died Jan. 14 in Berlin, Vt. He served at the Pentagon with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a chartered life underwriter and enrolled actuary in Missouri, New York, and Vermont. Seymour was a member of the Mathematical Association of America and LVC’s Walter Society.

Dr. David A. Rabenold ’63 died Aug. 17, 2019, in Wyoming, Del. After graduating from LVC, he received his doctorate in physics from Florida University. Rabenold is survived by a son, Eric K. Rabenold ’89.

Marian M. Conrad, Ed.D., ’64 died July 25, 2019, in Dauphin. She was a nurse at Polyclinic Hospital, Lebanon Veteran’s Hospital, and Osteopathic Hospital. She was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dauphin.

Capt. John Freddie Tyson ’64 died Sept. 9, 2019, in Florence, Colo. He was a captain in the U.S. Air Force, then worked at Lockheed Martin for 27 years.

Linda Brunner Stoe ’66 died Jan. 13 in Middletown. She was the director of nursing and continuing education at Harrisburg Polyclinic Hospital. She was

Janet Stein Kennedy ’67 died June 26, 2019, in Camden, Ga. She was a biology teacher in the School District of Haverford Township.

Charles R. Seibert ’67 died Jan. 8 in Elizabethtown. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, who served in the Korean War. He was a retired social worker for Pennsylvania’s Department of Welfare.

Ronald W. Heck ’69 died Dec. 19, 2019, in Leesport. He taught music in Rhinebeck and Poughkeepsie, N.Y., schools, and directed a church choir and choral club. Heck is survived by a brother, Donald C. Heck ’75; a niece, Dr. Janell Heffner Schaak ’96; and her husband, Dr. Raymond Schaak ’98.

George R. Moyer ’69 died July 26 in Lebanon. After graduating with a degree in chemistry from LVC, he spent his career with Ashland Specialty Chemical Co., retiring as chief chemist. Moyer was a devoted fan of the College, particular ly its student-athletes. He and his late wife, Elaine Barone Moyer, supported numerous campus building projects and initiatives. They established The George R. ’69 and Elaine J. Moyer Chemistry Scholarship, which will be funded through a gift from George’s estate, and were members of the Vickroy and Miles Rigor societies. Moyer was also an active volunteer in his community, including serving as governor of the Lion’s Club.

’70s

Joseph J. Cranston ’70 died Sept. 17, 2019, in Garnet Valley. He served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. Cranston spent his career with Heraeus Inc.

James R. Messersmith ’71 died Oct. 21, 2019, in Rock Hall, Md. He was a supervisor at Acorn Press, then opened Hotel Tallulah’s.

Dr. Diane Marie Scholler ’73 died Aug. 29, 2019, in Wilmington, Del. She received a doctorate in physical chemistry from Northwestern University and was a chemist for DuPont.

Scott G. Withers ’73 died Jan. 23 in Reading. He was retired from Briggs Hardware as chief information officer. He attended St. John’s Church in Mt. Aetna. Withers is survived by a sister, Candace Withers Beane ’74.

David A. Gross ’75 died Dec. 5, 2019, in Reading. He was the spiritual director, director of music, and manager of the bookstore at the Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth in Wernersville. He is survived by a cousin, Matthew Mainster ’08.

Howard Scott ’75 died Dec. 6, 2019, in Clarksville, Md. He retired as chair of the World Language Department for the Catholic High School of Baltimore.

Duane Hannigan ’78 died Aug. 16, 2019, in Spry. He was a classically trained pianist who traveled the country sharing his talent. Later in life, he served Good Shepherd Lutheran and Luther Memorial churches. Hannigan is survived by his twin brother, Ryan R. Hannigan ’78.

’80s

Mark A. Tibbitts ’81 died Jan. 16 in Mt. Joy. He attended graduate school at the universities of Arizona and Wyoming. Tibbitts is survived by his wife, Erika Fairlamb Tibbitts ’80, and mother-in-law, Joanne Kessler Fairlamb ’49. He was predeceased by his father-in-law, William H. Fairlamb, LVC professor emeritus of music.

Kim Hunter O’Neill ’87 died June 27, 2019, in Scotch Plains, N.J. She was a research scientist at the Los Angeles and Philadelphia children’s hospitals and Merck & Co. O’Neill is survived by her husband of 28 years, Tobias O’Neill ’87.

Urs N. Schwabe ’88 died Jan. 1 in Harleysville. He was the IT director at Elliott-Lewis Corp. and a member of the Church of the Holy Spirit.

’90s

Candace Wheedleton Allebach ’90 died Oct. 1, 2019, in Rhodesdale, Md. She was an elementary vocal and instrumental teacher in the Dorchester County Public Schools in Cambridge, Md.

Shelby Ann Coons Applegate ’96 died Dec. 14, 2019. She co-founded the Women Artists Lecture Series at LVC with her husband, Dr. Howard Applegate, professor emeritus history, politics, and global studies. She was a distinguished professional artist who, with her husband, bestowed several works of other artists and related items, including a historic printing press, to the Suzanne H. Arnold Art Gallery. Applegate was an active supporter and inaugural editor of the Gallery’s first newsletter. She was a founding member of the Art Gallery Council, now Friends of the Gallery, which helped raise awareness of the space, including trips to nearby art centers and museums, galas, garden parties, and traditional opening receptions. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Howard, and a son, Mark ’85.

Funds contributed to the Women Artists Lecture Series heighten awareness of women’s achievements in the visual arts, examine the unique social and cultural experience of women artists, and encourage artistic pursuits by women. Gifts

’00s

Kimberly Ann Cyr-Thoman M’05 died Aug. 4, 2019, in Mount Wolf. She taught at North Hills Elementary School and was passionate about the MAC team.

FRIENDS OF THE COLLEGE

Henry Adam Aulenbach died Dec. 5, 2019, in Hackettstown, N.J. Henry, son of David ’94 and Christine ’95 Morello Aulenbach, was supported in his fight against cancer by his brothers, Charlie ’22 and Joe, and the LVC College Choir. The choir sang Henry’s favorite song, “Once in a Lifetime” by Flo Rida, to support Henry. He was eight years old and lived his life with kindness and joy in his heart, even during his 11 months of cancer.

The Aulenbach’s LVC music family came from all over to be together and sing in a Celebration of Henry’s Life. Current and alumni members, and a director emeritus of the choir, sang two pieces, including “The Lord Bless You and Keep You.” This selfless act of love was a beautiful gift and the family thanks: Tara Bennecoff Ohl ’95, Missy Shuman Balman ’95, Mary Bullock Neyer ’97, Amy Clewell Benson ’93, and Sarah Benson ’22 (soprano); Pat