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Ted Adair (associated with the Class of '70) [posted April 22, 2020] - From Memorial Park Funeral home:

Theodore "Ted" Adair, 68, of Southaven, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Given the current national conditions and the family's concern for the health and well-being of others, Ted will be interred at Memorial Park Cemetery following a private service for the immediate family.

Bill Adams ('65) [posted July 27, 2022] - From The Daily Memphian, April 21, 2022:

     Formally from Memphis, William Franklin Adams, passed away unexpectedly on November 10th 2021, in his Overland Park, Kansas residence. William was a graduate of East High School in Memphis from the class of 1966. He was an active member of St. Michael's the Archangel Catholic Church in Leawood, KS, and he was also an avid hunter and a preserver of the land.
      William is survived by his two loving children, Valerie Lenie and Matthew Adams, his two grandsons, Jake Lenie and Janson Lenie which all reside in the Overland Park area, and his living brother, Lyle Adams [class year/association undetermined] and nephew John Adams, both living in Memphis.
      The family will receive from 11am - 1pm on Friday April 21st at Canale Funeral Directors, 2700 Union Ave Extended. The funeral will be held at Elmwood Cemetery grave site at 2pm Friday April 21st.

Lee Addington ('66) [posted March 14, 2005] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 13, 2005:

Lee Wilson 'Bubba' Addington, 58, of Memphis, truck equipment salesman, died Monday [March 7, 2005] at his home. Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday [March 14, 2005] in Ellendale Cemetery. Bartlett Funeral Home has charge. He was an All-Eastern prep league football player for East High School. He leaves a daughter and a son; a sister, Francis Sullivan ['62] of Kingsport, Tenn.; a brother, Dr. Roy R. Bratton of Johnson City, Tenn., and five grandchildren. The family requests that any memorials be made to Bartlett United Methodist Church or a charity of the donor's choice.

Betty Alexander ('72) [posted February 1, 2022] - From The Daily Memphian, December 16, 2021:

      Elizabeth Phillips Alexander passed away at her home in Memphis on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Born in Memphis, in 1955, Elizabeth attended The Hutchison School and The University of Colorado, Boulder. She worked for a short period in Florida in the financial industry before returning to Memphis where she sold real estate for a number of years and later became an accomplished dealer of antiquities.
      Elizabeth was a lover and supporter of music especially rock and roll and the blues. She enjoyed robust political debate and was passionate about social justice and protecting the environment. Elizabeth was a self-taught expert on art and antiques, possessing an encyclopedic knowledge. She adored fashion, and was known for her exquisite taste and unforgettable flair. An avid gardener and accomplished cook, Elizabeth slayed everything she did with drama and style! Her delightfully zany sense of humor was a joy to all who knew her.
      She was preceded in death by her father, Vance Alexander Jr., her mother, Elizabeth Alexander, her brothers, Michael Alexander and Vance Alexander III. She leaves her sister, Brooke Touchstone, her uncle, Russell Phillips Jr., and her cousin, Russell Phillips III.
      She also leaves her dear beau, Tommy Robinson.
      Her zest for life will be missed by many.
      Memorials may be sent to: The Blues Foundation, Stax Music Academy, and The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
      A Memorial Service will take place at St. John's Episcopal Church, Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 2pm.

Hubbard Alexander (Faculty) [posted August 30, 2016] - From dallascowboys.com, August 29, 2016:

Longtime Cowboys and NFL Assistant Coach Hubbard Alexander Passes Away
     Hubbard Alexander, who spent the majority of his very successful assistant coaching career with the Cowboys and the University of Miami, passed away Sunday night at the age of 77.
     Alexander was a part of two Miami teams that won collegiate national titles (1983 and 1987) while earning Super Bowl rings with the Cowboys in 1992, 1993 and 1995. As a receivers coach, he helped guide Michael Irvin to All-America honors with the Hurricanes in 1987. He was then instrumental in Irvin’s All-Pro and Hall of Fame career with the Cowboys.
     Details for arrangements have yet to be established by the family.
     “He’s just one of the all-time greats,” said Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett, a quarterback for the Cowboys from 1993-99. “You get a chance to be around some special people in the NFL, special players and special coaches, and he certainly is one of those guys. He did such an amazing job for those championship teams in the ‘90s. He was an amazing coach in so many different ways. If your job as a coach is to bring the best out in your players, he just was able to do that.
     “He connected so well with the receivers, but not only with the receivers – with everybody on offense and everybody on the team. He was so highly regarded. He was such a passionate guy. He will be sorely, sorely missed.” Alexander joined the Cowboys in 1989 as the club’s wide receivers coach as a part of Jimmy Johnson’s first coaching staff in Dallas. Alexander had spent the previous 10 seasons – five with Johnson – as an assistant at the University of Miami.
     In Dallas, Alexander guided a receiving corps that was highlighted by Irvin, who he also coached while at the University of Miami (1985-87). Under Alexander’s watch, Irvin led the Cowboys in receptions and receiving yards seven consecutive times (1991-97) and caught 634 passes for 10,026 yards and 56 touchdowns, earning five Pro Bowl trips.
     As an assistant coach with the Miami Hurricanes from 1979-88, Alexander first arrived on campus to coach tight ends for six years before taking over the wide receivers for his final four years (1985-88). While working with the receivers, Alexander helped Irvin break most of Miami’s receiving records, including the school’s career receptions mark, which was held by one of Alexander’s tight ends (Willie Smith). Smith set the record after surpassing another Alexander tight end, Glenn Dennison.
     Alexander’s work with Miami’s wide receivers saw three of his players selected among the first 52 selections of the 1988 NFL Draft – Irvin (11th), Brian Blades (49th) and Brett Perriman (52nd).
     Before landing in Miami, Alexander served as an assistant at Vanderbilt following nine years as a high school coach in Memphis, Tenn. He began his coaching career at his alma mater, Tennessee State, in 1962. After leaving Dallas, Alexander coached with the Minnesota Vikings (1998-99), New Orleans Saints (2000-03) and Cincinnati Marshals (2005), an indoor football team.

Jimmy Allbritten ('62) [posted November 4, 2002] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 25, 1998:

`DR. A' USED HEALTHY DOSE OF COMPASSION

Dr. James F. Allbritten believed the best medical care and expertise could be shared and spread all over the world. He also believed compassion was a big part of the best medical care a doctor could provide.
       To his colleagues, he was a physician who was excited by medicine's technological advances and who promoted those advances. To his patients, he was `Dr. A,' said his wife, Stephanie Allbritten.
       Dr. Allbritten died Thursday of cancer at his home. He was 54..
       Dr. Allbritten earned his B.S. degree from the University of Memphis and his M.D. degree from the University of Tennessee, Memphis. He interned and completed his residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
       He told his wife that he knew he wanted to be a doctor when he was a child..
       Dr. Allbritten's specialty was internal medicine and clinical cardiology. He was board certified in internal medicine. His practice emphasized primary health care and prevention..
       "He always kept his practice like a little small-town doctor would have," his wife said. "He knew the whole family. He would know the brothers and sisters and cousins.".
       Dr. Allbritten received the American Medical Association's Physicians Recognition Award in Continuing Medical Education in 1980..
       He wrote articles and lectured on the role of computers in medical practice..
       But when he talked to his patients, he talked with them in basic terms..
       "He would go out of his way to go back to the hospital two and three times in the middle of the night to be with family members," Stephanie Allbritten said..
       "He would never use medical terms with them. He would be very down-to-earth with them and explain it compassionately and tenderly.".
       Dr. Allbritten was a founder and president of DOCS Inc., a medical computer software company. He also co-founded and served as chairman of the board of Biotech Computer Corp. The company worked in the area of gene splicing and cancer..
       Dr. Allbritten was also chief medical consultant to the Biomedical Research Zone project in the 1980s. The project sought to emphasize and promote the city's medical center as a research center and proving ground for the latest medical technology..
       Dr. Allbritten was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity, the American Medical Association and the Tennessee Medical Association. He also belonged to the American Society of Internal Medicine and the American College of Physicians as well as the Academy of Internal Medicine..
       "He adored his patients. He put them first above everything. They all loved him also," his wife said..
       "You'll never find a more compassionate physician today.".
       Dr. Allbritten also leaves a daughter, Tammy Paschall of Murray,Ky.; a son, Brad Allbritten, and his mother, Martha H. Allbritten, both of Memphis, and two grandchildren..
       Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Second Presbyterian Church, where he was a member, with burial in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge..
       The family requests that any memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society.

Coleen Allen ('88) [posted March 2, 2008] - From The Commercial Appeal, February 6, 2008:

COLEEN MICHELLE ALLEN, 38, cosmetician, passed away January 31, 2008 at Methodist South Hospital. Services at 12 p.m., Friday, February 8 at R. S. Lewis and Sons Funeral Home. She is survived by sisters, Cheryl Lynn Allen, Debbie Denise Allen and Tredenia Lynn Allen; brothers, Michael Eugene Allen, Kevin Wayne Allen, all of Memphis and Eric Darnell (Roberta) of Italy.

Kay Allenberg (class association unknown) [posted October 16, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 16, 2016:

     Kay Allenberg Cohen passed away peacefully on October 14, 2016. Kay was born in Memphis on March 8, 1935. She was the daughter of Selma and Milton Allenberg. Mr. Allenberg founded Allenberg Cotton Company and sadly passed away in April, 1936. Kay was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Louis Cohen, M.D. in 2012 after 57 years of marriage.
     She attended St. Mary's Episcopal School, East High and graduated from the Williston Northampton School in Massachusetts. She attended the University of Indiana and the University of Memphis.
     Kay married the love of her life in 1955. She and Lawrence immediately moved to Tucson, Az. where he was a flight surgeon in the Strategic Air Command. He had served in the Army in WWII.
     Upon their return to Memphis, Kay became a Grey Lady at Kennedy Veterans Hospital. She also taught sailing to the Mariner Scout Troop, was a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor for 25 years at three city pools, Handicap, Inc., Merry Acres Day Camp and at summer camps in East Tennessee and Maine. Kay loved and played tennis for many years.
     Kay was the first president of the Laurelwood Garden Club. During her lifetime she belonged to the Perennial Garden Club, the Duration Club, the Memphis and Shelby County Medical Auxiliary, the University of Tennessee Faculty Wives Club, the Memphis Symphony League, the Salvation Army, the English Speaking Union, and The Dixon Gardens.
     She was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church where she served on the Alter Guild, Opus (old people up to something), the E.C.W., Daughters of the King, the Cursillo Community and was an associate of the Community of St. Mary at Sewanee, Tennessee. She loved her final years living at Trezevant Episcopal Home.
     Kay leaves two daughters: Kathryn Austin (Chip) and their two sons, Selby and Webster, and Louise Carruthers (Cage) and their two children Cage Jr. and Mary Lawrence Childs(Matt). Kay's third child is her precious dog Prince William. She also leaves a number of nieces and nephews and greats.
     Kay would like to thank Elizabeth McKenzie for her love and care for the past thirty plus years and more recently her sitters Juanita Sewell, Estella Carter, Beverly Smith Blair, and the great team from Elect Home Care: Laura Johnson, Vearnell Murphy, and Mary Harris.
     Services will be held at Calvary Episcopal Church on Friday, October 21st at 11:00 a.m. with visitation and a reception following in the Great Hall. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Calvary Episcopal Church, the Trezevant Foundation, St. Columba Episcopal Center, or the charity of the donor's choice .

Jimmy Almand ('66) [posted June 30, 2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, June 18, 2013:

Jimmy Almand, 66, of Memphis, passed away on June 14, 2013. He leaves behind his daughter, Angela McClusky; son, Sam Almand; sister, Linda [Almand (class year undetermined) Owens; brother, Randy Almand and five grandchildren. Visitation will be held at High Point, Wednesday, June 19 from 5:30-7 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at St. Michael Catholic Church, Thursday, June 20 at 10 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium www.highpointchapel.com (901)454-5795

Oscar Ammer (Faculty 1961-1971) [posted October 14, 2014] - from Memorial Park Funeral Home:

Oscar Thomas Ammer, 77, passed away October 13, 2014. He was born December 24, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He played baseball and basketball at Memphis State University, including the 1957 NIT basketball team. He was a teacher and coach at East High School and then went to be headmaster at Elliston Baptist Academy. Later, he went back to Memphis City Schools and retired as an administrator from Raleigh-Egypt High School. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rhilda Lee Ammer; children, Bradley Ammer and Amy Diaz (Jorge); grandchildren, Josh Ammer, Bailey Ammer, Nolan Ammer, Heather Hartfield, and Marie Diaz; great-grandchildren, Nori Ammer and Riley Hartfield; and sister, Helen Zboran. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, October 15 and funeral services will be 1 p.m., Thursday, October 16 at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery. Interment will follow in Southwoods Memorial Park Cemetery. The family requests that memorial donations be sent the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.

Bill Anderson ('64) [posted January 19, 2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 19, 2013:

William Stephen Anderson, Jr., 66, passed away this Tuesday, January 15th, 2013 at Baptist Memorial Hospital from a sudden illness. He was born May 15, 1946; in Memphis, to the late William S. Anderson, Sr. and Virginia Roane Anderson. A life-long Memphian, Mr. Anderson attended UM Training School (Campus) and graduated from East High School in 1964 where he played football. He also played on community baseball and basketball teams. He was an avid golfer, reader and UofM fan as well as a competitive badminton player. Bill received his BS and MS degrees in History, Health, P.E., and Recreation from Memphis State University. Mr. Anderson worked at Railway Express, Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Travelers Insurance and Audubon Park Golf Course before retiring. He was a member of Buntyn Presbyterian Church. He is predeceased in death by his Uncle Landon B. Roane, Sr., Aunt, Elma Roane and Cousin Landon Roane, III. He is survived by two cousins, Gwen Roane Cobb (Rick), of Roswell, GA and Peggy Gibson (Gibby), of Atlanta, GA. Other cousins and friends include the Jane Hooker family as well as, neighborhood friends Dani, Tim, Keith and Paul. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. for visitiation and inside/graveside services at 11 a.m., Monday, January 21, 2013 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. In lieu of floral arrangements contributions, may be made to The University of Memphis Foundation, Elma Roane Scholarship Fund. Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com

Swanette Anderson ('94) [posted March 8, 2015]
From The Commercial Appeal March 4, 2015:

Horn Lake - Swanette Anderson, 39 of Horn Lake, MS died on Monday, March 2, 2015, at Baptist Desoto Hospital in Southaven, MS. Born Sunday, February 15, 1976 in Memphis, TN, she was the daughter of Darrell Anderson and Ruthie Burt Anderson. She was a graduate of East High school Class of 1994. She continued her education and graduated from Christian Brothers University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. Swanette was a former employee of Shelby County Health Department. She was a Life member of the Mt Vernon Missionary Baptist Church under Pastor James L Netters leadership. Swanette was a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Rho Gamma. Also surviving are brothers, Darrell Anderson, Jr. and Bernard Anderson. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. on Saturday at Mt Vernon Baptist Church located at 620 Parkrose Road, Memphis, 38109. Online condolences may be made to the family at rslewisandsonsfuneralhome.com (901)526-3264

Malcolm P. Anderton ('51) [posted October 11, 2002, updated July 29, 2006]
From Wilmington Star-News, September 11, 2001:

THE REV. DR. MALCOLM PATTERSON ANDERTON JR.
    The Rev. Dr. Malcolm Patterson Anderton Jr. of Wilmington, N.C., died Saturday, September 8, 2001, at Liberty Commons Nursing Home.
    He was born December 22, 1933, in Memphis, Tenn., son of the late Mary Hughes Anderton and Malcolm Patterson Anderton Sr.
    Malcolm grew up in Memphis, graduating from East High School and later Rhodes College. A graduate of Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Va., in 1958, he received his doctorate in Ministry from McCormick Theological Seminary in 1977.
    His pastorates include Romney and Springfield Presbyterian churches in West Virginia, Manly Presbyterian Church in Southern Pines, N.C., Highland Presbyterian Church in Winston-Salem, N.C., and First Presbyterian Church in Orlando, Fla. Malcolm then moved with his family to Wilmington, N.C., and served as pastor at Winter Park Presbyterian Church from 1979-1989. He then was an interim minister at Highland Presbyterian Church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He also served as associate Executive in Education for the Presbytery of Coastal Carolina. Malcolm retired from the Presbytery in 1998 due to health reasons. He and his wife, JoAnn, belong to Westminister Presbyterian Church in Wilmington. He was a faithful member of the Men's Bible class.
    Malcolm is survived by his wife of 48 years, JoAnn Anderton of the home; his four children, Carol Anderton DeLoach and husband John of Tallahassee, FL, Phil Anderton of Key West, FL, Julie Anderton Brewer and husband Charlie of Wilmington, N.C., Amy Anderton Knowles and husband Brett of Wilmington, N.C.; ten grandchildren, Joshua, David and Zachary DeLoach, Chase and Andrew Brewer, Brittain and Savanah Knowles, Emily, Ashley and Mary-Hannah Anderton and their mother Mary Lyda Anderton of Fletcher, N.C.
    A service of Witness to the Resurrection will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 11, 2001, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 500 Kenwood Avenue, Wilmington, N.C., with Dr. Roger Horne and Rev. Walter Dinkins officiating. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall in celebration of Malcolm's life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Westminister Presbyterian Church Capital Fund Campaign.
    The family wishes to thank the caring staff at New Hanover Medical Group, Dr. Charles Almond, Elderhaus, and Liberty Commons for Malcolm's care.
    Happy times in Malcolm's life were serving the Lord, being with his family, playing golf, receiving his doctorate, caring for his dog Prince, and enjoying his summer house in Montreat, N.C.
    ". . .as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." Joshua 24:15b.
    Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home.

Margaret Ann Angelo ('58) [posted December 16, 2021] - From The Daily Memphian, December 14, 2021:

     Margaret Ann Angelo Pongetti, 81, passed away on December 5, 2021. She was a graduate of East High School and the prestigious Peabody College of Education at Vanderbilt University. She was an inspirational teacher at both Richland Elementary as well as DeNeuville Leaning Center, loving and devoted mother, beloved Aunt, excellent baker and devout Catholic who regularly attended Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was like a second mother to many, and second grandmother to her great nieces and nephews.
      She is survived by her three sons, Christopher Adam Pongetti of Memphis, TN, John Frederick Pongetti of Inlet Beach, Florida and Michael David Pongetti, of Memphis; one sister, Charlotte Angelo Almand Wolfe; loving niece Angela Almand McClusky (Anthony) and their children Justin McClusky, Katherine McClusky, and Charles McClusky; and nephew Samuel Frederick Almand (Karen), and their children Ivy Almand and Ella Almand, all of Memphis, along with one grand dog, Emma.
      Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with the Rosary immediately following on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at Memorial Park Funeral Home, 5668 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119. A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at Holy Rosary Church, 4851 Park Ave. Memphis TN 38117 with internment immediately following at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Betty Apple (Faculty) [posted November 1, 2006] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 31, 2006:

BETTY "Bessiebug'' APPLE, 76, died Friday, October 27, 2006 at her home. She was a retired art teacher for East High School and member of the National Audubon Society. She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Apple and Cindy O'Neal both of Memphis. She is preceded in death by her husband, USN Master Chief John D. Apple and daughter Dr. Sherry Lynn Apple. The family thanks you for your prayers. Memorials can be sent to the Dr. Sherry Lynn Apple Neurological Foundation for women. Information at BessieBugg.com Family Funeral Care 901-761-8000

Annette Applebaum ('60) [posted July 28, 2021] - From The Sentinel-Record, July 27, 2021:

     Annette Applebaum Baim, age 79, of Hot Springs, Ark., a longtime resident of Pine Bluff, died Saturday, July 17, 2021.
      Born in Memphis, Tenn., on April 14, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Louis Applebaum and Ramelle Weinberg Applebaum. She attended East High School in Memphis, the University of Michigan, and graduated from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville.
      Annette moved to Pine Bluff after her marriage to Kenneth Baim. Annette and Kenneth had a wonderful and loving relationship for 60 years. They were true partners and worked together to raise their children and grandchildren, and conduct their businesses.
      Annette was very active in the community, serving as a past-president and a former sustaining member of the Junior League of Pine Bluff. She was a driving force behind "Southern Accent," the League's award-winning cookbook.
      Annette owned and operated The Personal Touch gift shop in Pine Bluff for a number of years. She later founded Odd Balls, which became the nation's second largest private printable stationery publisher.
      She was a former member of Temple Anshe Emeth in Pine Bluff, where she and Kenneth raised their family. They later moved to Hot Springs and became members of Congregation House of Israel.
      Survivors include her husband, Kenneth Baim; three daughters, Laurie Baim Friedman (Albert Levin), Leigh Baim Mansberg (Daniel), and Karen Baim Reagler (David); and eight grandchildren, Rebecca Friedman, Adam Friedman, Ramelle Mansberg Glick (Jason), Emma Mansberg, Tillie Reagler, Louis Reagler, Hannah Reagler, and Miriam Reagler; and a sister, Harriet [Applebaum ('56)] Blaiss of Florida
      The Baim family wishes to thank Hospice and the wonderful caregivers who took care of Mrs. Baim.
      A graveside service was held on Sunday, July 18, 2021 at the Jewish Cemetery at Pine Bluff with Rabbi Sheldon Kleinman officiating. Services were provided by Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors.
      Memorials may be made to Congregation House of Israel, PO Box 20802 Hot Springs, AR 71901; Temple Israel, 1376 E Massey Rd., Memphis, TN 38120; or The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Donate.
      For online condolences, please visit http://RalphRobinsonandSon.com.

Anne (Lanne) Arthur ('60) [posted June 25, 2022] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 27, 2022:

     Anne Arthur Kenny was born on April 15,1942 in Memphis to Anne Miles and William Thomas Arthur. She was named for her mother and called "Little Anne" which soon morphed to Lanne, by which she was most known. She attended Miss Hutchison School and then went on to graduate from East High School. After college at the University of Tennessee she began her working career as professional secretary for Dr. John Shea. Later she was Executive Director for Crippled Children's Foundation from which she retired. She and her Aunt Kate were then able to continue their travels and cruises of Lanne's younger years.
      Lanne was a tall and striking looking person known for her fashion statements, always in good taste but with her own special flare. She was also admired for her artistic and creative abilities that ranged from impeccable calligraphy to jewelry design, painting, and decorating.
      Lanne was preceded in death by her husband, John Thornburgh Kenny. They had been married in 1974 at Calvary Episcopal Church. She and John enjoyed his large family of six Kenny siblings and their many activities involving beaches, mountains, and cooking. She and John also loved living in their Midtown bungalow with its welcoming front porch. They enjoyed gardening and their revolving menagerie of adopted "animals". She was especially delighted by their sweet dogs that had memorable names like "Rufus" and "Sara". A special thank you is appropriate for Charlie Kenny who took care of her animals, and his sister Sara Lynn K. Wilkinson who as a nurse practitioner had invaluable advice in managing her care.
      Lanne and John left their remains to Genesis Legacy Foundation for scientific study. John preceded her in death and Lanne passed away this past summer on June 1, 2021. Lanne and John have now been reunited at Forest Hill Gardens and Mausoleum. Lanne leaves her brother William Thomas Arthur, Jr. ['63) and his wife Jeanne and their son George Coors Arthur and his family.
      A Memorial and Celebration of Life for Lanne will be held on the one year anniversary of her death, this coming Wednesday, June 1 at 11:00 AM in the Lord's Chapel at Elmwood Cemetery located at 824 South Dudley Street

Bill Arthur ('63) [posted October 17, 2024] - From The Daily Memphian, October 14, 2024:

     William Thomas Arthur, Jr. "Bill" died peacefully at home October 10, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer. He was 80 years old. Born January 8, 1944 to William Thomas, Sr. "Pop" and Anne Miles Arthur "Granne". Bill is preceded in death by his parents and his older sister, Lanne Arthur ['60] Kenney (John).
      Bill grew up in Memphis. He attended Presbyterian Day School, Memphis University School, and East High School. Bill married Jeanne Parham Coors before leaving to serve in US Air Force in the Vietnam War. He returned to graduate from the University of Tennessee. Bill and Jeanne have been married 54 years.
     In early 1973, Bill and Jeanne moved to Little Rock with 15 employees and their families to start a company called Federal Express. Bill was the Director of Marketing through the growth of the company and subsequent move back to Memphis. Bill retired from FedEx in the early 80's and went on to see involvement in a variety of businesses before retiring from Floats & Fuel Cells in 2023.
      The countless funny stories one could tell about Bill would never adequately capture his unique sense of humor. The world lost an incredibly kind man full of practical jokes. However, Bill would certainly want you to know about his hunting trips and fishing escapades with his only son and best friend, Coors (Shelley). He would want you to know about how much he loved his family, friends, and his grandsons Will, Charlie, and Wright Arthur. "Toppy," as he was affectionately known, was a fixture in the stands at every game in every state in every sporting season….always the cheerleader.
      Bill was best known as a quiet, humble man, fond of every variety of desserts, who would frown upon us listing his accolades and might even ask why you are still reading this.
      A graveside service will be held at 10:00am Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Elmwood Cemetery.
      In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the athletic programs at Evangelical Christian School, 7600 Macon Rd, Cordova, Tn 38018

Edward Ray Askew ('69) [posted August 25, 2004] - From The Commercial Appeal, November 3, 1979:

Services set for physician

      Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday [November 5, 1979] at St. James AME Church for former Memphis physician Dr. Edward Askew, 27, who died October 25 [1979] after an airplane crash near Fordyce, Ark.
      Askew, who lived in Chesterfield, Mo., was traveling between Houston, Tx. And Hot Springs, Ark., when his plane went down about 7:30 a.m. in a heavily wooded area about four miles northwest of Fordyce, said Frank Roth, an air safety inspector with the National Transportation Safety Board in Fort Worth.
      The plane, a twin engine Beach Barron C55, was descending slightly when it hit a grove of 80 foot pine trees, Roth said. Propellers were operating when it struck the trees, indicating the engines were still functioning. The plane ignited just before hitting the ground.
      Roth said visibility at the time of the accident was good, and Askew, who owned the plane, was acquainted with the flight route. Askew had been working at a medical center in Houston and had traveled several times between there and St. Louis, he said. An autopsy has been performed.
      Burial will be in New Park Cemetery. J. O. Patterson Funeral Home has charge.
      He leaves his mother, Mrs. Olivia Houston, of Memphis; his father Edward Ray Askew of Mattaposette, Mass; three sisters, Mrs. Lynn White of Dallas, Miss Desiree Askew and Miss Dawn Askew, both of Mattaposette, and three brothers, David Askew, Darrell Askew, and Duane Askew, all of Mattaposette.

Debbie Austin ('70) [posted May 21, 2007] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 19, 2007:

DEBORAH AUSTIN CLARK, 55, of Cordova, died May 17 [2007] at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital. Mrs. Clark was an active member of Advent Presbyterian Church serving as an Elder and was active with the youth ministry at Advent. She is survived by her husband, John G. Clark of Cordova; her daughter, Courtney Anne Clark of Cordova; and her son, Wesley Austin Clark of Houston, MS; and her grandson. She is also survived by her sister, Beverly A. Boyd ['64] of Bartlett. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m., Saturday, May 19, [2007] at Canale Funeral Directors. Services will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 20, [2007] at Advent Presbyterian Church with burial to follow in Memphis Memory Gardens. The family requests any memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or to the Debbie Clark Youth Fund at Advent Presbyterian Church.

Richard Awsumb ('62) [posted April 16, 2022] - From Banfield Funeral Home, Winter Springs, Forida, January 31, 2022:

June 8, 1944 - January 28, 2022 Richard Norman Awsumb Jr. was born to Richard Norman Sr. and Kathryn Gibson Awsumb in Memphis, TN. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma and was a life-long Sooners fan. Richard was a veteran of the U.S Navy Civil Engineer Corps. He loved his sweet and loyal Maltese, Chip. Richard spent his career as a talented architect. Richard kept Starbucks, Costco, and Amazon in business, and owned every gadget and tool ever created. Richard was an avid reader and loved listening to audiobooks. He was a huge Andrea Bocelli fan and was also partial to Harry Chapin & Neil Diamond. Richard was a long time member of the Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival. He truly enjoyed working with the artists. Richard was a loyal friend, husband, Dad, and G-daddy. He loved his wife of 50 years, Sherry. His children loved and adored his kind, gentle spirit. Richard lived a quiet life in the final years- rekindling his love for Jesus, and spending time with his brother, children & grandchildren. Richard is survived by his children and grandchildren: Kristin and Michael Coleman of Oviedo, Wendy and Josh Brown of Jupiter, and Brian “Scotty” Awsumb of Longwood; Noah Brown (14), Devin Coleman (12), Wyatt Brown (11), Braeden Coleman (9), and Kellen Coleman (9); He is preceded in death by his son, Bradley Charles. Donations may be made to either the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023 or St. Luke's Lutheran Church/The Haven Benevolent Fund, 2041 West State Road 426, Oviedo, FL 32765, in memory of Mr. Awsumb.
The interment at Palm Cemetery will be private, family only.

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Larry Cooper Bailey ('60) [posted January 17, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 16, 2012:

Larry Cooper Bailey, 70, of Bartlett, passed away on January 14, 2012. He was a graduate of East High School and a proud Army veteran having served as a military police officer. Larry was retired from Coors Brewing Company. He leaves his loving wife of 41 years, Jean Bailey; his children, John Garner and Cindy McNiell; seven grandchildren Jacob McNiell, Stacey McNiell, Alex McNiell, Stephanie McNiell, Jessica Garner, Dakota Garner, Josh Garner; and one great-great-granddaughter. All services will be private

Joseph Lee Baker, Jr. ('64) [posted June 30, 2001] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 12, 1996:

JOSEPH LEE BAKER JR., 52, of Horseshoe Lake, Ark., musician, died of an apparent homicide Tuesday [September 10, 1996] in Horseshoe Lake. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Friday [September 13, 1996] at Calvary Episcopal Church in Memphis. Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis has charge. He was a member of National Academy of Recording Arts & Science and a graduate of East High School. Mr. Baker, the husband of Carol Dowling Baker, also leaves three sons, Joseph Lee 'Joe' Baker III, Robert 'Bo' Dowling Baker and Arthur Benjamin 'Ben' Baker, all of Horseshoe Lake; his mother, Edith Snowden Dewey of Horseshoe Lake; his father, Joseph Lee Baker of La Jolla,Calif.; two sisters, Barbara B. McKee of Horseshoe Lake and Margaret Throckmorton of Charlotte, N.C., and a brother, Charles C. Dewey of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to WEVL or the Center for Southern Folklore.

Quinten Barlow ('99) [posted November 30, 2017] - From The Leader, Covington, Tennessee, November 30, 2017:

Quinten Barlow's funeral services will be held Thursday and Friday
by Jeff Ireland jireland@covingtonleader.com One of Covington's most well-known families lost another member Nov. 22 when Quinten Barlow died unexpectedly. He was 36.
     Quinten's father, Quincy Barlow, died of a heart attack at the age of 58 in July of 2015.
      Although he lived in Shelby County, Quenten was well-known in Covington as a funeral director at Barlow Funeral Home, the oldest African-American-owned business in Tipton County. He had worked there for many years with his late father, sister Brittney Barlow and his step-mother, Shelia Barlow.
      Brittney remembers him as being the kind of man who never met a stranger.
      "If was here right now, he walk right up to you, introduce himself and start talking to you," Brittney said. "We would always find a commonality with people."
      "He never met a stranger," Shelia said.
      Quinten liked to tell funny stories.
      "I remember him talking about giving directions to somebody," Brittney said. "He'd said turn left, right? Turn left, right? He was really a funny guy."
      A 1999 graduate of East High School in Memphis, Quinten earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in religion and philosophy from Morehouse College and Atlanta, which eventually led to him being a pastor at Faith Covenant Church in Memphis.
      Faith was a big part of life since a young age. When he was 12, he was featured in The Commercial Appeal after delivering more than 100 sermons at various churches in Memphis.
      In a feature story earlier this year in the religious magazine Spirit, Quinten said, "As I child all I knew was church. My mother would drag me to revivals, churches to hear her speak and I enjoyed every minute of it. She afforded me the opportunity to take piano lessons, play T-ball, but my heart's desire was to preach the good news of Jesus Christ."
      The Barlow Funeral Home has been a place where dozens of children have spent time over the years.
      "His childhood was spent here in the upstairs apartment where all the children played," Shelia said.
      Quinten is survived by his widow, Danielle Barlow, and three children: Peyton, 15; Quincy, 2; and Quinten Jr., one month.
      Visitation will be Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. at Faith Covenant Church in Memphis with a memorial service at 5 p.m. The homegoing celebration will be Friday at 11 a.m. New Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis.

Barbara Barnes ('57) [posted June 7, 2007] - From The Commercial Appeal, August 3, 1991:

BARBARA BARNES VOLZ, 56, of 1069 Mirror Lake, died of cancer Thursday [August 1, 1991] at her home. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday [August 4, 1991] at Bartlett Presbyterian Church with burial in Memory Hill Gardens. Memphis Funeral Home Germantown Parkway Chapel has charge. She leaves a daughter, Laura Lea Hanks of Cordova; two sons, Thomas C. Volz and Charles R. Volz III, both of Cordova; and a sister, Nancy L. Mabel of Noblesville, Ind.; a brother, Thomas C. Barnes III of Pinellas Park, Fla., and two grandchildren. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Vanderbilt Medical Center Ovarian Cancer Center.

Jasmin Barnes ('97) [posted December 15, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 12, 2017:

     Jasmin Marie Barnes, 38, passed away December 8, 2017. She was a resident of Memphis, Tennessee and Olive Branch, Mississippi. Jasmin was born May 2, 1979 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of Eddie and Frances Table Barnes. Jasmin was a State of Tennessee Probation and Parole Officer, a position she held for 13 years.
      Jasmin graduated from East High School in 1997 and earned two Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Memphis. She was a woman of wit, resourcefulness, and commitment. From creating her own line of makeup to encouraging youth development, she passionately and skillfully gave her all. At Mt. Pisgah C.M.E. Church, Jasmin was a Trustee, Usher, and Vice-President of the Higher Education Ministry.
      To celebrate her life and love, Jasmin leaves her mother Frances, brother Elliott, sister Ebony, uncle Sonny (DeeDee), auntie Joyce (Charles), cousins Melba, Maya, Makina, Alix, and a host of relatives and friends. She also leaves special friends Jessica, Sharon, and her beloved child (dog) Ripley.
      Final arrangements are handled by Harrison's Memorial Chapel, Inc. at 3320 Millbranch Road, Memphis, Tennessee 38116. Visitation will be Friday, December 15, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Harrison's Memorial Chapel. On Saturday, December 16, 2017, viewing will be from 11 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. at Mt. Pisgah C.M.E. Church, located at 2490 Park Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee. The homegoing service will begin at noon at Mt. Pisgah C.M.E. Church. Interment following services at Forest Hill Cemetery - Midtown, 1661 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, Tn.

Rose Marie Barrasso ('54) [posted January 1, 2022] - From The Daily Memphian, December 29, 2021:

     Mrs. Rose Marie Barrasso Cross passed away peacefully Sunday, December 26th, 2021. She was born January 3rd, 1936 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Anselmo Joseph Barrasso. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert "Bob" Edwin Cross who passed away September 5th, 2014. She is survived by cousins Linda Christenson (Jack), Mike Payne (Margaret), Sandra Davis (Buford) and preceded in death by cousin Bobby Young. She also leaves behind beloved friend Lauren Spiegel as well as many other cousins including (John Christenson Jr., Michelle Payne, Mike Payne Jr., Ben Davis, Sarah Davis, Jeremy Young & Jason Young).
      A graduate of East High School in Memphis, she earned a bachelor's degree from Sienna College (formerly Southwestern College and now Rhodes College) and a master's degree from the University of Memphis.
      Mrs. Cross was a dedicated teacher retiring from Fayette Ware High School in Somerville TN. She was the chairperson of the English Department for 15 years and lead countless theater productions of the Fayette Ware High School Drama Department as well as served as a sponsor to many clubs and organizations over the years. Mrs. Cross taught hundreds of high school students during her 50 years in the classroom and would often encounter them when out and about in Memphis.
      She was a lifelong communicant of St. Michaels Catholic Church in Memphis and both she and husband Bob were members of "Fun Night" social club at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
      Mrs. Cross and her husband Bob were ardent supporters of Theater Memphis and they were always "opening nighters" having the same seats for over 30 years. She appeared in several productions at Theater Memphis and at the Center Players at Southwestern College. She was most proud of her original 3 act play "A Time for Talking" performed by the Center Players which received great reviews.
      Mrs. Cross was a proud member of UNICO and served on the Board of Directors for several years. In 2009 she was the national winner of the Ella T. Grasso award for her essay about her Italian heritage she inherited from her father Anselmo who owned the famous Palace Theater on Beale Street. Rose Marie often said, "I believe I got my first taste of acting and the theater when daddy allowed her to watch, in awe, the stage shows at the Palace Theater".
      Rose Marie was always the life of any social setting or family gathering. She loved to play piano and never turned down a request to perform. Rose Marie and Bob were Memphis Tigers fans, and she had an encyclopedic knowledge of classic Hollywood films. She was a larger-than-life person and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
      Visitation will be held at St. Michael's church Thursday, December 30th at 10 am with a funeral service at 11 am. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Jimmy Barrington ('56) [posted August 4, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 4, 1994:

REV. JAMES O. BARRINGTON, 56, of Columbia, S.C., formerly of Memphis, associate pastor at Chapin (S.C.) Baptist Church, mental health counselor for South Carolina Department of Mental Health and former minister of music at Whitehaven Baptist Church, died of pneumonia Thursday [September 1, 1994] at Baptist Medical Center in Columbia. Services were at 11 a.m. Saturday [September 3, 1994] at St. Andrews Baptist Church in Columbia with burial at 4 p.m. today [September 4, 1994] in Sherman (Miss.) Cemetery. Dunbar Funeral Home in Columbia has charge ther e and Pegues Funeral Home in Tupelo, Miss., has charge of arrangements in Sherman. He was a graduate of the University of Memphis and received a master's degree from both Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and University of South Carolina. He had served as minister of music in Texas, Georgia and for 20 years at Park Street Baptist Church in Columbia. He was former director of St. Andrews Community Chorus, past president of the South Carolina Baptist Music Conference and was a recipient of the Sou th Carolina Gerontological Society Study Scholarship in 1986. Rev. Barrington, the husband of Cecile R. Barrington, also leaves a daughter, Curtis Doyle, and a son, Randle Barrington, both of Columbia, and a brother, Robert Barrington of Jacksonville, Fl a. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Chapin (S.C.) Baptist Church, White Oak (S.C.) Conference Center or the Cancer Institute at Baptist Medical Center in Columbia.

Paul Basinger ('67) [posted July 11, 2021] - From The Gazette, July 10, 2021:

     Paul James Basinger, 71, of Kalona, died Thursday, July 8, 2021, at the Pleasantview Home in Kalona.
      His body has been cremated and a private family memorial Mass will be held at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father Bill Roush officiating. Burial will follow at the Holy Trinity Cemetery. A general memorial has been established. Peterseim Funeral Home in assisting with arrangements.
      Paul was born Sept. 7, 1949, in Milwaukee, Wis., the son of the Rev. Carl and Pauline (Fechter) Basinger. He graduated from East High School in Memphis, Tenn., and the University of Iowa. Paul was united in marriage to Peggy Shalla on Dec. 29, 1972, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
      Paul was employed at Crane Valve in Washington for more than 30 years and also was a pharmacy tech at Walmart. In his spare time he was an avid reader and enjoyed gardening.
      Survivors include his wife, Peggy of Kalona; sons, Nathan (Sinead) Basinger and David (partner Liz Matykiewicz), both of Iowa City; and two grandchildren, Theo and Augie.
      He was preceded in death by his parents.

Terry Bateman ('68) [posted March 3, 2001]
Terry Bateman died February 25, 2001, after a 10 year illness. The following is from The Commercial Appeal, February 27, 2001:

TERRY L. BATEMAN, 52, of Cordova, died of liver disease Sunday [February 25, 2001] at UT Bowld Hospital. Services will be at 10 a.m. today [February 27, 2001] at Family Funeral Care Summer Avenue Chapel with burial in Memphis Memory Gardens. He leaves a sister, Judy Brown of Cordova.

Bert Bates ('69) [posted April 30, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 5, 1985:

Bert Craig Bates, 33, of 225 South Belvedere, vice president of Phoenix Rubber Company, died yesterday at Methodist Hospital. Mass will be said at 11 a.m. tomorrow at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception with burial in Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown. Swift Treadwell and Canale Funeral Directors has charge. Mr. Bates was a member of Grace St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and a graduate of the old Southwestern at Memphis, where he was a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity. He leaves his wife Mrs. Arnette Tagg Bates; his parents, Mrs. Sydney A. Bates and Guy D., Bates, both of Memphis; two sisters, Mrs. Lynn Terry of Nashville and Miss Leigh Ater Bates of Memphis, and his grandparents Mr. And Mrs. Bert Bates and Mr. And Mrs. Johnson Ater, all of Memphis. Memorial may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

David Beard ('74) [posted March 29, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 25, 2007:

Heber Springs - DAVID LANCIL BEARD, 52, formerly of Memphis, went to be with the Lord on May 23, 2007 at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock. He was born on April 8, 1955 in McKenzie, TN. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife and best friend, Patricia Winburn Beard; his loving mother, Dorothy Green Beard; a sister Deborah [Beard] Graves [associated with the Class of '73]; stepdaughter, Rachel Byrd and husband, Chris; stepson, Matthew Parish; grandchildren, Brayden, Brittney and Nicholas Byrd and Dylan Parish; nephew, Lancil Stark; niece, Angela Graves and a host of other relatives and friends who will sadly miss him. He was preceded in death by his father, Lancil T. Beard; grandparents, Harry and Annie Beard, Robert and Lillian Green; and grandson, Chris Byrd, Jr. Prior to his short illness he was employed by St. Jean Industries in Heber Springs. He was employed for many years with Holiday Inns and Promus Hotels in Memphis. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 26, at Memphis Funeral Home Germantown Parkway Chapel with funeral services following at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Memory Hill Gardens. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Joe Beasley ('70) [posted January 4, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 3, 2017:

Joseph "Joe" Terry Beasley, 64, of West Memphis, AR, passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Elise Beasley. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Anne Beasley, children, Donnie Webb (Dianna), Michael Webb (Rebecca), Jason Beasley, and grandchildren, Olivia Webb and Ian Webb. Mr. Beasley was a lifelong member of Buntyn Presbyterian Church. He also was a member of; the Rotary Club and the Lions Club in West Memphis, AR and a "Friend of the Mission" of the 8th Street Mission for Jesus Christ in West Memphis, AR. Mr. Beasley was a musician and songwriter for the majority of his life. The family cordially invites friends to share remembrances of Mr. Beasley on Wednesday, January 4 from five o'clock in the afternoon until seven o'clock in the evening at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Avenue in Memphis. The funeral will be held on Thursday, January 5 at ten o'clock in the morning, also at the funeral home. There will be a private burial following in Moreland Cemetery in Calhoun County, MS. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations to be made to The American Cancer Society.

Jim Beaty ('65) [posted December 4,2017] - From Canale Funeral Directors, December 4, 2017:

James Morgan Beaty went to heaven on 2 December 2017. Jim was born 21 November 1946, in Memphis, TN to his parents Kathryn Lott Beaty and James Oliver Beaty, Jr. A product of the greatest generation and a bearer of the values and responsibilities his parents instilled, Jim’s life was one of service and gratitude.
After graduating from East High School, Jim enlisted in the United States Navy and served as a corpsman during the Viet Nam War, staying in the Navy Reserve he graduated from the University of Tennessee, BA, in 3 years and then the University of Memphis, MBA, number five (5) in his class. He began his professional career with the Equitable Life Assurance Society in mortgage and real estate acquisition and during his career set benchmarks for others to follow while collecting numerous awards of excellence. Jim retired from the Navy with 25 years of unselfish service to our country and attained the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E7). When asked if Jim considered leaving the enlisted ranks and becoming an officer, he would reply, “ I would rather spend my birthday alone, ‘quick’ my finger nails and watch re runs of the Brady Bunch.” Being closer to the people who do the work was a key to his successes.
Jim considered giving back to the community a moral imperative. He let his actions be his words. Aspiring to always be a True Gentleman he made his God, his family, his church and his charities a lifetime priority. We have lost an example of how a life should be lived and he will be missed.
Jim leaves his wife Anne Montedonico Beaty, his God children Curry Hyde Rosato (Peter) and Lee Andrew (Drew) Hyde, IV (Kristina), his closet friend Lee Andrew (Andy) Hyde, III and wife Elizabeth (Liz), one brother Stanley Beaty (Stan) and wife Vivian, along with family in Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana, Georgia and Florida. All of whom were loved dearly by Jim and who loved him.
Services will be held at Grace Saint Luke Episcopal Church, located at 1720 Peabody at 1 p.m. Wednesday, December 6, 2017. A private gathering will precede the services with internment at Elmwood Cemetery. Please be sensitive to all family members during this time of mourning.
In lieu of flowers make a donation to your favorite charity.

Barbara Bell ('62) [posted April 13, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, April 20, 2008:

BARBARA ANN McDONOUGH, a loving wife, widowed by Jim McDonough, a Godly, loving, and selfless Moma to Meredith, Marla, and Jimmy and Den-Den to Carson and Micah, also leaves behind her mom, Della Bell; and sisters, Connie [Bell] Johnson ['71] and Beth [Bell] Higgins [associated with the Class of '77]. "Many Women do noble things but you surpass them all. Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised." Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m., Sunday, April 20 at Canale Funeral Directors. Graveside services will be 11 a.m., Monday, April 21 in Adamsville Cemetery, Adamsville, TN. The family requests memorials may be sent to the Moriah House.

Prior to her death, Barbara Bell was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1962 page.

Clarke Bell ('71) [posted January 27, 2019] - From Northwest Florida Daily News, September 26, 2018:

     Clarke Coe Bell 65, died peacefully at home after a brief battle with cancer.
      He was born in Memphis, Tn. and educated there and began his financial career as a CPA with Federal Express. He resided in Miramar Beach, Fl. for the past 16 years where he continued his financial career with Okaloosa Gas and the Poarch Creek Indians. He served as President of The Tides of Tops'l for 10 years. Ultimately he retired to enjoy the Resort Life that the area offered.
      He is survived by his wife, Merrill, sister Levin Ellertson of Birmingham, Al. and brother Bill Bell of Ooltewah, Tn.
      A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on September 29th at Christ the King Episcopal Church 480 N County Hwy 393 Santa Rosa Beach, Fl.
      Donations can be made to Emerald Coast Hospice. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign guest book at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Freeport Chapel Funeral Homes & Crematory is entrusted with the arrangements.

Gene Bell (associated with the class of 1964) [updated February, 1999] - Reported to have died July 19, 1996, from complications after surgery. Gene joined the army shortly before graduation and served in Vietnam where he recieved his GED. He was married to Sandy Bell for almost 30 years before he died in July of 1996. He had 3 children and had 5 grandchildren at the time of his death. He was indeed a great guy and will always live in our hearts.
He was the brother of Beth Bell (see class of '77) and Connie Bell ('71) and Barbara Bell ('62).

James Bell ('71) [posted August 4, 2019] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 31, 2019:

     James Patrick Bell passed away on July 28, 2019 after a battle with ALS. He was 66 years old. He was born in Richland, Washington on April 3, 1953. As part of an Army family, he lived all over the world including Fukuoka in Japan, Fulda and Frankfurt in Germany, and Johnson City in TN before settling in Memphis TN in 1967. There he graduated from East High School and University of Memphis with a degree in Microbiology.
      He was married 41 years to Debbie Bell and they enjoyed traveling especially trips to the beach at St. Petersburg and Destin Florida.
      He had a distinguished career in chemistry. He was a fellow of The Association of Analytical Chemistry International and past president of the Memphis Board of Trade and the Tennessee Feed and Grain Association and the Memphis Grain Inspection Service. Additionally, he was the secretary of the Memphis Section of the American Chemical Society.
      His support for arts in Memphis was founded in his membership with the Memphis Brooks Museum and Dixon Gallery. He also enjoyed performing arts supporting Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Ballet Memphis.
      His delights were his two children Katie and Patrick and his grandchildren Charlotte, Mingo, and Ethan. His son in law Domingo was also a source of tremendous support especially during his illness.
      He is preceded in death by his mother, Marianne. He is survived by his father, Kermit, his beloved brother, Jeff and his niece and nephew, Braedon and Christian. Additionally, he is survived by his niece and nephews Kristen, Andrew, and Fred Entrikin and his sister and brother in law Fred and Carolyn Entrikin as well as his mother in law Nellie London.
      Visitation will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Germantown at 10:00 am Thursday, August 1, 2019. Funeral Mass is at 11:00am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help with internment following the services. A Memorial Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hot Springs Village on Wednesday, August 7th at 9:00am.
      The family requests that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to ALS Association Arkansas Chapter 1200 West Walnut Suite 2406-08 Rodgers, Arkansas 72756.

Drew Bellomo ('70) [posted August 8, 2014] - From The Denver Post, July 20, 2014:

Andrew Allen Bellomo ("Drew"), passed away on July 8 after a long illness. A University of Colorado graduate, Drew was an avid fisherman and sports enthusiast. He was witty, intelligent, the quintessential life of the party. Drew is survived by his mother, Barbara Barron Bellomo, sisters Shannon [Bellomo ('68)] Peterson, Shelley Magness (Eric Head) and Barbara Miller (Greg). The much beloved "Uncle Drew" also leaves behind his adoring niece and nephew, Chelsea Magness and John Miller, and his frequent canine pal and companion, Loki. He will be deeply missed. From the banks of your favorite fishing hole, may you find peace and happiness with every cast. Rest in peace, "Drew Boy". Private memorial service at Fairmount Cemetery Tuesday, July 29 at 1:15 for family and close friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Denver Dumb Friends League or the Scleroderma Foundation.
Published in www.denverpost.com from July 20 to July 23, 2014

Barbara Benson ('56) [posted October 2, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 1, 2017:

     Barbara Lea Benson Whitt
     Inverness, CA
     Barbara Lea Benson was born April 4, 1938 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Harold Burgess Benson and Hazel Josephine Scott. Both her parents were from Nebraska farming families. She died after a short illness on July, 31, 2017 in her Inverness Park home of 45 years where her daughter Lazuli was born.
     When Barbara was five, her family moved to Memphis, Tennessee, where she attended White Station School and graduated from East High School in 1956. Her favorite memory from childhood was riding her horse Patsy through the open countryside outside Memphis. Though her parents wanted her to go east to college, she went west to the University of Oklahoma, where she met her future husband Michael Whitt or Whitt, as she called him. They were married on July 25, 1959 in Palos Verdes Estates in a brief ceremony overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and shortly thereafter moved to Berkeley where Whitt enrolled at the University of California and she worked for the university to support them.
      In 1961 after his graduation, Whitt was drafted into the army during a Berlin Crisis and they were stationed in Germany where she worked for American Express on the post. In 1964, they moved to Galveston, Texas, where he enrolled in medical school and she resumed her education, earning a degree in Education from the University of Houston and obtaining a teaching certificate in Art, which she taught for two years in junior high.
     After a year in San Francisco and the birth of their first child Garrett, the family moved to Inverness, where her husband opened a general practice. A daughter Lazuli was born in1973. Surprised to find there were no art classes offered in the local schools, Barbara started an art program at West Marin School as a volunteer with two other women and taught there for several years. When her children were in school, she was president of the local PTA and of the Site Council. Skip Kehoe, a long-time trustee of the Shoreline Unified School District, told her he thought she would make a good trustee, but she declined to run for the board because it would require travel at night throughout the district and take her away from her family.
     Barbara began her art career as a ceramicist and jewelry maker, moving to watercolor painting of flowers and gardens and eventually to photography. In 2014, Observations, a book of her photographs matched with her husband's poems, was published by their friend Carole Fisher. Two family shows featuring her work were held at Toby's gallery in Pt. Reyes Station.
     Her real passion was education, especially for children who would be the first members of their family to attend college. It was through the Inverness Garden Club Scholarship Committee, where she served for over 20 years, including stints as Chair, Vice-Chair and Treasurer, that she was best able to satisfy this desire. In 2004, she was made an Honorary Member allowing her to serve on the Committee "as long as she wants." She also served as President of the Garden Club.
     Barbara was also a strong supporter of Marin Agricultural Land Trust's art show Ranches and Rolling Hills, feeding and putting up visiting artists and providing lunches for the hangers of the show until she became disabled.
     She was the bookkeeper for her husband's practice for over 30 years and worked the front desk when needed.
     Her life can best be described as one of good cheer and quiet resolve.
     Barbara is survived by her husband of 58 years; a son, Garrett Whitt of St. Helena and daughter, Lazuli Whitt (Whitman Shenk) of Inverness Park and grandsons, Ozzie Shenk and Huckleberry Shenk.
     She was predeceased by her mother, father and brother Craig.
     Donations in her memory can be made to the Inverness Garden Club Scholarship Fund, PO Box 724, Inverness, CA 94937
     A memorial service is planned in the near future, date and time to be announced.

Bill Bessire ('61) [posted October 14, 2010] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 14, 2010:

WILLIAM HENRI “Bill” BESSIRE, 67, died at his home in Memphis, TN, on October 13, 2010, following a courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born in Memphis, TN, on June 25, 1943. He was the second son of the late Madeline Schott Bessire and Robert Alceid Bessire. He was preceded in death by his older brother, Robert P. Bessire ('54). He is survived by his wife, of forty-one years, Bobbie Morrow Bessire and their two daughters, Madeleine Morrow Bessire of Big Sky, MT and Channing Marie Bessire of Nashville, TN. Bill attended East High School from kindergarten through twelfth grade. He graduated in 1961 and was a member of the All Memphis Basketball team that year. He went to Vanderbilt University where he played freshman basketball. He was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity and was voted Best Overall Intramural Athlete his junior and senior years. He graduated from Vanderbilt in 1965. Bill stayed in Nashville after graduation working for the Vanderbilt Endowment Office. His heart and family led him back to Memphis where he married Bobbie Lynn Morrow on January 11, 1969. Bill worked for E.F. Hutton for 11 years, and for the past 22 years, he has worked as a partner with Consulting Services Group where he also served as President of Trading Services Group. Bill was the big guy. He was six feet four inches tall, wore his blond hair in a mowed crew cut in his earlier years, and had wild blue eyes, one with a speck of brown and blue in it. His imposing stature and competitive athletic ability belied the sweet and loving nature beneath. He made lifelong friends wherever he went, from his days at East High and Vanderbilt, his tennis and handball partners at the University Club, his "family" from the Pickwick cabin, his neighbors on McLean, Whitehall and Perkins. He was an avid reader and never stopped learning about travel, history, art, food and wine. Bill had the courage of his convictions and this took a lot of courage because he had many. He would not give up easily on a debate. He gave this same support and energy to his church and his community. Bill was President of Grace St. Lukes School Board, a warden of the Church, and later a member of Independent Presbyterian Church. He was also a Les Passees Board member. Bill was most involved with The 100 Club of Memphis, an organization which supports the families of fallen firemen and policemen; he served as president of this organization until recently. He said they were our “everyday heroes.” Bill's girls were his life. Traveling with Bobbie, fishing with Morri in Montana, celebrating in the Grove with Channing, these were his happiest times, even more than the sports and games he loved to watch and play. His girls and his faith were what he believed in most. There will be a visitation in the Rotunda of Independent Presbyterian Church, 2-4 p.m. Friday, October 15, 2010. The Funeral Service will be held at Independent Presbyterian Church, 10 a.m. Saturday, October 16. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family respectfully requests that memorials be sent to: Independent Presbyterian Church, 4738 Walnut Grove, Memphis, TN 38117; The 100 Club, PO Box 770726, Memphis, TN 38177; Crossroads Hospice of Tennessee, 5909 Shelby Oaks Drive, Memphis, TN 38134 Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com

Richard Bettison ('53) [posted March 28, 2010] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 28, 2010:

Pine Bluff - Richard Bettison, 75, of Pine Bluff, AR died Friday, March 26, 2010. Born November 2, 1934 in Memphis, a son of Louis Kelsey and Janie Walker Bettison, He was raised in Memphis, graduated from East High School, and attended Memphis State University. He joined the US Army and served in Okinawa during the Korean Conflict. Returning to Memphis, he worked with Bruce Hardwood Flooring, then CIT Financial there and in several other locations before moving to Pine Bluff in 1967, working with Smart Chevrolet as their finance manager until his retirement December 31, 1996. An active member of Trinity Episcopal Church, he served as a Vestry member, a Junior Warden, Lay Reader, and with his wife, in the church's youth ministry. He was involved in Eastern Little League baseball, first president of the Monroe Ryburn Ponytail (Softball) League, and other community youth activities when his children were young. An avid golfer, he spent many hours on the course with family and friends. Richard had a diverse group of interests and was a co-founder of the Pine Bluff Archery Club. Survivors include his wife, Jane Mobley Bettison, who he married April 4, 1958 in Memphis; sons, Charles Richard "Rick" Bettison, Jr. of Waxhaw, NC, Steven Jeffrey "Jeff" Bettison of Allen, TX; daughters, Leigh Ann Griffin of Kennesaw, GA, Tracy Jane Gwin of Pine Bluff; brother, William Louis "Bill" Bettison of Memphis; and nine grandchildren. Servicea at 11 am. Tuesday, March 30 at Trinity Episcopal Church. Visitation from 10 am. until service time at the church. The family requests memorials sent to Trinity Episcopal Church, American Diabetes Foundation, or your favorite charity. Online register: www.ralphrobinsonandson.com Raph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors (870) 534-3131

Larry Beyer (associated with the Class of '65) [posted February 5, 2023] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 23, 2023:

Larry, 75, of Brighton, Tn passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tn. He was preceded in death by his parents Arnold and Marjorie Beyer of Memphis, TN. As well as his sister Margie and his brother Glen. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Susie Beyer. Larry graduated from East High School Memphis. He then acquired a degree in Electronics Engineering. Afterward, he enlisted in the Army and served approximately three years, where a portion was spent in Vietnam. After returning home from his military service, he began his career working in TV repair. He owned a TV repair shop on Southern Avenue. Eventually, he became aware that he wanted to fly and repair private airplanes. He was able to become a certified Avionics and Instrument Repairman, Private Pilot, Airframe and Powerplant licensed. He was dedicated to serving, maintaining, and flying many different aircrafts for many different friends across the Midsouth area. Private services will be held.

Bill Bjorklund ('65) [posted February 4, 2007, updated February 5, 2007] - From The Commercial Appeal, February 6, 2007:

Leslie W. Bjorklund, Jr., 59, of Germantown, TN died at his home Sunday, February 4, 2007. Bill was a graduate of East High School, 1965; University of Memphis, 1969; U.S. Air Force veteran; former reserve police officer with the Germantown Police Department; retired pilot with Federal Express Corporation after 26 years; and avid golfer and marksman. He leaves his wife of 25 years, Margaret Rae Bjorklund; beloved daughter, Susan Marie Bjorklund; mother, Jean Marie Williams Rose of Nashville; sister, Constance Jane [Connie] Bjorklund Tackett ['63] of Naples, Fla.; and brother, Michael Lamar Jones of Nashville. Bill was preceded in death by his father, Leslie William Bjorklund. Visitation will be 11:00-1:30, Friday, February 9, 2007 at Memorial Park Funeral Home with a graveside service to follow at 2:00 PM at West Tennessee Veteran Cemetery (see addresses below). The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Patsy Black ('56) [posted February 16, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 6, 2001:

PATRICIA DUMAS MAY, 62, of Harrisburg, Ark., formerly of Memphis, retired administrator for Shelby County Government, died of cancer Saturday [August 4, 2001] at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Ark. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday [August 6, 2001] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. She was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Jonesboro, served on the board of directors for Shelby County Employees Federal Credit Union, was a past president of Laurelwood Business and Professional Women's Club and a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. Mrs. May, the wife of Charles E. May, also leaves three sons, Chris Dumas of St. Louis, Ken Dumas of Memphis and Bill Maney of Southaven; two brothers, Pat Black ['56] and Jimmy Black ['61], both of Memphis, and seven grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be sent to Wings Cancer Foundation in care of West Clinic or St. Bernards Hospice in Jonesboro.

Barbara Eaton Blake ('59) [posted May 3, 2009]
From The Commercial Appeal, April 4, 2009:

Barbara Eaton Jacobson, loving mother and grandmother passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2009. Barbara was devoted to her family, friends and flowers. A former fashion and jewelry designer and model, she had an eye for beauty and style. Barbara was an active member of the Town & Country Garden Club and the Useless Tuesday Club. Barbara is survived by a son, Wilson Blake, his wife Anna and their daughter Elizabeth of Germantown along with two sisters, May Eaton of Jupiter, Florida and Janet Burton of Hot Springs, Arkansas. There will be a brief memorial service at the Memphis Botanic Gardens at 11:00 on Tuesday, April 14 with visitation to follow at the home of her son. The family requests that memorials be sent to the Memphis Botanic Garden or the charity of the donor's choosing.

Chuck Blake ('54) [posted March 14, 2019]
From The Commercial Appeal, March 9, 2019:

      Charles Wilson Blake passed away on March 3, 2019, after a long and courageous fight with cancer. He was born on Groundhog Day, February 2, 1936, as the youngest of three fine sons to Fred and Verna Wilson Blake. The Blake brothers would remain best friends for life.       Known as "Chuck" to family and friends, he was a proud 1954 graduate of East High School and Southwestern at Memphis, Class of 1958 (now Rhodes College) where he played baseball and was an SAE fraternity member. His professional career began at National Gypsum, Holiday Inn and then as project manager for Allen and O'Hara. In 1982, he founded Blake and Associates serving the hospitality industry. The company, now Blake Solutions continues to grow. Chuck was a second lieutenant in the National Guard, a member of the Phoenix Club, East Memphis Catholic Club and an Assistant Troop Scoutmaster. He was a member at Windyke Country Club and a participant in the Senior Men's Golf Group. He was a member of the Germantown Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow.       Ever faithful to God, church, family, and friends, he was an active member of Lindenwood Christian Church, Christ United Methodist Church, and Germantown United Methodist Church where he served in multiple capacities as elder, usher, a Stephen Minister, church shuttle bus driver and a member of the Men's Prayer Breakfast Group. He was known as an authentic, steady, honorable, and friendly man who possessed a natural charisma with a ready smile and very much enjoyed practicing random acts of kindness.       Chuck was an avid and excellent golfer and while in the company of two friends and his son, he made two holes-in-one at Windyke Country Club on January 4, 1992. This special moment earned him the nickname of DBL-ACE (Double Ace) and he often recalled that the best part of that day was sharing the moment with his beloved son, Wilson who he leaves along with his cherished wife of over 32 years, Nancy Jones Blake, his dear daughter-in-law, Anna Blake, and the light of his life, granddaughter, Elizabeth Blake.       In the last difficult years of his life, Chuck was greatly comforted by the phone calls and visits from his devoted family and his lifelong friends… many of seventy years plus. Through the years, Chuck and Nancy traveled Europe together with these dear friends and shared many splendid trips that were some of the happiest days of his life.       Charles Wilson Blake, Sr. was pre-deceased by his parents, Fred, Sr. and Verna Wilson Blake, his two brothers, Fred, Jr. and Jack Blake, and his sisters-in-law, Dottie Blake and Laurel Jones Childs. Among those loved ones left here to cherish his memory are sister-in-law, Betty Blake, Ignacio Maseda (Carmen) of Madrid, Spain, and several nieces and nephews including Scott Blake, Kent Blake (Jennifer), Lynda Baddour (Drew), and Beth Pryor (Michael).       The family will gather to receive friends at Germantown United Methodist Church from 10:00-11:00 AM on Thursday, March 14, followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am. A reception to honor Chuck's life will be at Windyke Country Club immediately following the service. A private burial will be held at Memorial Park. Honorary Pallbearers are Mike Cody, Cecil Conlee, Paul Gaines, Sonny McDermott, Lewis Murray, Milton Knowlton, Gordon Orr, Jim Pope, John Ruffin, Van Smith, Ronny Stage, Frank Taylor, David Tucker, Walker Wellford. A special thank you to Mrs. Linda Chambers and the Staff at Baptist Reynold Hospice House; you are Angels on Earth. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Germantown United Methodist Church Children's Ministry (www.germantownumc.org) or Victorian Villages.(victorianvillageinc.org) Condolences may also be offered at www.smartcremationmemphis.com.

Kena Blakney ('94) ("Shea") [posted September 8, 2010]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 8, 2010:

KENA LaSHEA BLAKNEY, 34, customer service rep at A.C.S., 1994 graduate of East High School and member of New Direction Christian Church, died September 3, 2010. Visitation, Friday, September 10 from 4-8 p.m. at 1st Pleasant Hill, 290 Tillman and Saturday, September 11 from 11-11:55 a.m., with service to follow at 12 noon at New Direction Christian Church, 6120 Winchester. Burial in Galilee Memorial Gardens. She leaves one daughter, Derykah Dailey; one son, Derrick Dailey; parent, Carey Blakney; grandparent, Roy Blakney. N.H. Owens & Son Funeral Home (901)324-2116

Prior to her death, Kena Blakney was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1994 page.

Charles Bland ('54) ("Doc") [posted July 3, 2019]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 28, 2019:

     Grand Junction - Charles Bernhardt Bland, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019. He was 83 years old. A Memorial Service will be held for Mr. Bland at 2 PM, Saturday, June 29th, at LaGrange Methodist Church in LaGrange, TN. with Rev. Dr. Virginia Jones Finzel officiating. Mr. Bland was born on May 12, 1936, in Memphis,TN. Charles married Martha Ann Kenny on June 24, 1956.
      Charles is preceded in death by his beloved Martha Ann Kenny Bland and his parents, Charles Bernhardt Bland, Sr. & Mary Elizabeth Coleman Bland and his brother, Robert Coleman Bland ['62]. He is survived by his five children: Elizabeth Galfsky of Collierville, TN; Robert Bland (Julia) of Somerville, TN; Patricia Gunn (Mark) of Birmingham, AL; Camille Collins (Chris) of Germantown, TN & Victoria Chandler (Edward) of Concord, NC. He is also survived by sixteen grandchildren: Charles Galfsky, Ander Galfsky (Mary Katherine), Mary Elizabeth Bland, Robert Bland, Martha Ellen Gunn, Ann Claire Gunn Bishop (Tyler), Frances Gunn, Elizabeth Gunn, Neil Gunn, Ashton Collins (Casey), Hope Collins, Charlie Collins, Edward Chandler, Patrick Chandler, Eliot Chandler & Lauren Chandler. Charles is also survived by his great-granddaughter, Annie Kate Collins, daughter of Ashton and Casey.
      Mr. Bland was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Known as Charlie to his family and friends, he was a proud 1954 graduate of East High School where he was named athlete of the year for the city of Memphis. He graduated from Mississippi State University with a B.S. in Civil Engineering where he was captain of the golf team and a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. His first employment was as an instructor at Christian Brothers College in Memphis, TN. After this he worked as a design structural engineer for the consulting firm of Gardener and Howe. He was then employed by H. G. Hall Construction Company as their chief engineer and later became a partner in Hall-Bland Company which specialized in the development and management of motor inn facilities. In 1964, Mr Bland sold his interest in the Hall-Bland firm and joined Holiday Inns, Inc. as an executive vice president in charge of construction and development. From 1968 to 1973 he served as managing director of Holiday Inns International with full responsibility for the activities of Holiday Inns, Inc. throughout Europe, Africa, and the middle east. Mr. Bland left Holiday Inns, Inc. and founded the Wellington Group, which maintained international interest in food and lodging, health care, and real estate development.
      In 1989, Mr Bland founded Capital Circle Hotel Company for which he was chief executive officer until his retirement in 2012. He was an avid and excellent golfer and member of the Midsouth Seniors Golf Association. In 2015, he was awarded the MSGA coveted "Green Jacket" award. As the quintessential story teller, Charlie could captivate a crowd with his sense of humor and tales of his travels and experiences. Charlie was larger than life and admired by all who knew him. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of LaGrange, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Institute for Cancer Research, 7945 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, TN 38138, www.utwestinstitute.org.

Paul Austin Boensch, Sr. (Faculty) [posted January 26, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 26, 2008:

Paul Austin Boensch, Sr. passed away January 25, 2008, was born January 21, 1917 to Paul K. and Myra (Austin) Boensch. Over the course of his 91 years, he distinguished himself as a father, teacher, musician, public relations professional and Air Force officer. After graduating from West Tennessee State Teachers College, he married Helen Rion. They were happily married for more than 60 years. He served during World War II as a B-24 bombardier with the 44th Bomb Group, 8th Air Force, flying out of England. He completed 35 combat missions over Europe, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross and several Air Medals. He flew 19 missions during one 21 day period in the summer of 1944. After returning from the war, he completed a Master's Degree at the University of Mississippi, and continued his military service in the Air Force Reserve. During this period, he organized a military bagpipe band that played throughout the South. He taught math, music and English for many years in the Memphis City School System. He was the Head of Public Affairs for Dover Elevator in Horn Lake, MS and played clarinet and saxophone professionally with the Colie Stoltz and Andy Ledbetter bands. He retired as an Air Force Major and spent his retirement years in Jackson, TN, where he enjoyed keeping up with public affairs, tracking the success of his many children, grand children and great-grand children. He was a Christian, Mason, a philosopher and an optimist. An easy to love man, he made friends easily and relentlessly looked for the good in others. He is survived by his children, Paul A. Boensch, Jr., Lincoln, CA, James R. Boensch, Rapid City, SD and Mandy DiBenedetto, Las Vegas, NV and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. One special grandchild, Christopher McCoin, deserves special mention for his service to Dad during his later years

Mr. Boensch taught music (band) at East High in its early history. It is believed he may have come to East in 1950 and it appears he left in 1951, probably serving at East for one school year as its first band director. If anyone has a firm knowledge or documentation of when Mr. Boensch began teaching at East, please send that information to editor@EastHigh.org.

Darryl DeWayne Bolton ('75) [posted June 30, 2001] - From The Commercial Appeal, November 19, 1997:

DARRYL DeWAYNE BOLTON, 40, of Atlanta, formerly of Memphis, former cashier for Western Plaza in Atlanta, died of complications from AIDS Monday [November 17, 1997] at the Regional Medical Center at Memphis. Services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday [November 20, 1997] at N. H. Owens & Son Funeral Home with burial in New Park Cemetery at 11 a.m. Friday. He was a graduate of East High School. He leaves his parents, Adolphe and Mary Bolton; four sisters, Detria E. Bolton, Dawn B. Casey, Deanna B. Wrister and Darastine B. Cunningham; a brother, Desmond Bolton, and his grandparents, Clinton and Erenestine Burrows, all of Memphis.

Barbara Bond ('72) [posted February 5, 2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, February 3, 2013:

Barbara Bond Emigh, 58, of Arlington, TN passed away at her home on Thursday, January 30, 2013 after a four year long battle with cancer. Mrs. Emigh, the wife of James J. Emigh, Jr., also leaves her daughter, Emily Emigh Palmertree and her husband, Brad, of Hernando, MS; a brother, William Tate Bond, Jr. ['67] and his wife, Connie; her mother, June D. Bond, all of Denver, CO; and her granddaughter, Audrey Hill Palmertree. A celebration of Barbara's life, will take place Monday Evening, February 4, at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N. Germantown Rd. at 7 p.m. The family will begin receiving friends at 5 p.m. Memorial gifts may be made to either St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the American Cancer Society . The family would like to say a special “Thank You” to the staff of UT Cancer Institute and Crossroads Hospice, for the love and care shown to Barbara and her family. Online condolences may be made at www.memphisfuneralhome.net Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens 3700 N. Germantown Rd. 901-725-0100

Stan Bond ('65) [posted February 15, 2023] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis:

     Joseph Stanton Bond was born on January 18, 1946 to George E. Bond Sr and Kitty Sue (West) Bond. Stan grew up and made Memphis his home for 77 years.
      Stan graduated from East High School and went on to attend the IBEW 474 apprenticeship school. He was a dedicated electrician for multiple contractors. Before building his own company, Stan learned the ropes at Haines Electric. In 1989 he and his wife Cindy founded Marathon Electric Company Inc. and operated it for 25 years. In 1992 Stan saw a need for a trade organization for area electrical contractors and helped found the Mid-South IEC where he would go on to serve in multiple board positions including President.
      Stan loved his family with all his heart. He never missed an opportunity to teach and support his children. Stan’s children Michelle Branch, Bradley Eison, Jessica Ferguson and Taylor Williams were blessed to have such a devoted father. Stan’s sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and “honorary” family members will long remember summer weekends spent with Stan at Kentucky Lake, his home away from home, enjoying the water and playing instruments well into the evening.
      Proverbs 17: 6 tells us “Grandchildren are the crowns of the aged''. There was no other name that fit Stan better than Granddaddy or Grandda. He enjoyed golf cart rides, driving lessons and watching his 6 grandchildren participate in multiple sports. Grace Ferguson, Emma Eison, Reagan Ferguson, Anna Claire Eison, Greer Ferguson and Walker Eison will miss him greatly. They look forward to sharing the many happy memories and life lessons from their grandfather when they welcome his 7th grandchild, Peyton Williams, in the spring.
      Stan is preceded in death by his parents, George and Kitty as well as his sister Barbara (Bond) Smith and his daughter Michelle K (Bond) Branch.
      Stan is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Cynthia Lynne (Mohundro) Bond, his brother George E. Bond Jr., and children Bradley Eison and wife Emory, Jessica Ferguson and husband Brett and Taylor Williams and husband Jeff. He is also survived by six grandchildren: Grace Ferguson, Emma Eison, Reagan Ferguson, Anna Claire Eison, Greer Ferguson and Walker Eison. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Heart Association.
      A Celebration of life will be held on Monday February 13, 2023 at 10:00 at Memorial Park.

Tom Bond ('55) [posted January 17, 2008] - From San Diego Union-Tribune, December 2, 2007:

     Captain Thomas Henry Bond, U.S. Navy (Ret.), passed away peacefully from complications related to Parkinson's disease at his home in San Diego on November 19, 2007, surrounded by loving family members.
     He was 70. Tom was born in Memphis, TN, and graduated in 1955 from East High School upon which he entered the United States Naval Academy. He was commissioned into the Navy in 1959 and began his 48-year marriage to his high school sweetheart, Nancy [Koehn ('55)].
     In his Navy career, Tom served in six submarines. He commanded the submarine USS JOHN MARSHALL (SSBN 611) Blue. He also had command of two shore-based commands. His career culminated at sea as commanding officer of USS DIXON (AS 37), a submarine tender based in San Diego, CA. He was noted for his particular strength in operational engineering as a nuclear submariner, which was an interest that followed him into retirement. Tom retired from the U.S. Navy in 1987 and worked as a management and predictive maintenance consultant in power and other industries. The balance of his professional life energies went into his founding role as executive director of MIMOSA, a non-profit organization that develops information sharing standards within manufacturing, fleet and facility industries.
     Tom's family and friends knew him as a man of character and integrity with a veritable positive outlook-he was a true gentleman. He always kept his word, was generous beyond measure, and with his intellectual wit put a smile on the faces of those around him. He respected honesty, patriotism and loyalty and led by example. This remarkable man will forever be remembered as a loving husband, supportive father, caring brother, admirable leader and loyal friend.
     He is survived by his wife Nancy of Memphis, TN, his brother, William C. Bond of Spokane, WA, and three married children, son, Captain Thomas H. Bond, Jr., U.S. Navy, of Naples, Italy, son, Randal K. Bond, Managing Director of a Purdue University Research Center, of West Lafayette, IN and daughter, Sarah E. Bond-Shepard, Development Director of ElderHelp of San Diego, and twelve grandchildren.
     A lovely graveside service was attended by immediate family on the morning of November 27th with a joyous celebration of Tom's life at the First Church of the Nazarene in Point Loma that afternoon. In lieu of gifts or flowers, please make a donation in memory of Tom Bond to Sharp Hospice Care, PO Box 3739, La Mesa, CA 91944, Attn. Grossmont Hospital Foundation, 619-667-1900 and/or Parkinson's Disease Association of San Diego, 8555 Aero Drive, Suite 308, San Diego, CA 92123, 858-2736764, www.pdasd.org. Please sign the guest book at obituaries.uniontrib.com

Dale Bone ('67) [updated November, 1998] - It is reported that Dale Bone died suddenly of a heart attack November 10, 1998. The following is an obituary appearing the the Arizona Republic newspaper November 14, 1998.

Dale H. Bone, 49, of Scottsdale, owner and president of Preferred Technology Inc., died Nov. 10, 1998. He was born in Memphis. Survivors include his wife, Patsy Diane; and daughter, Laura Yetive. Services: were held at Messinger Mortuary Chapel Scottsdale, Arizona.

Kay Booker ('55) [posted December 12, 2009] - - From The Commercial Appeal, December 12, 2009:

Katherine "Kay" Elizabeth Booker Fritts, 72, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare after a valiant thirty year battle against diabetes. Born March 14, 1937, in Memphis, Tennessee, she was a daughter of the late Ira K. Booker and Marguerite Houck Jones. On November 28, 1959 at Mullins United Methodist Church in Memphis, she married Charles William Fritts, Sr., and he preceded her in death on April 19, 1988. She was a 1955 graduate of East High School in Memphis and attended the University of Tennessee. She lived in Tallahassee since 1971 and is survived by sons and daughter-in-law, Chuck and Karen Fritts, Atlantic Beach, FL, David Fritts, Tallahassee, FL; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Tim Nable, Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren, Carlie Fritts, Charlie Fritts, Lauren Nable and Joshua Nable; brothers, Robert Booker, Murfreesboro, TN, Pete Booker, Murfreesboro, TN; sister, Nancy Booker, Florence, KY; and a host of precious friends. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, in Tallahassee, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the American Diabetes Association. Abbey-Riposta Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Florida (850)562-1518

Prior to her death, Kathy Booker was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1955 page.

Charles Boone ('53) [posted August 31, 2020] - - From The Commercial Appeal, August 29, 2020:

Lakeland - Charles Price Boone, 85, passed away at his Lakeland home Friday, August 28, 2020. Graveside service at Chambers Chapel United Methodist Church, Sept. 2, 2020 @ 4:00 pm 3185 Chambers Chapel Rd. Lakeland, TN 38002.

Prior to his death, Charles Boone was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1953 page.

Debra Anne Boone ('72) [posted August 19, 2001] - Deborah Ann Boone, 22, registered nurse for City of Memphis Hospital, died Saturday, September 18, 1976, of a homicide. Miss Boone was a graduate of Memphis State University. She leaves her parents, Mr. and Mrs. K.C. Boone. Services were Tuesday, September 21, 1976, at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel with burial in Memoral Park Cemetery.

A news summary of the death of Miss Boone is included in our News section.

Inez Rosamond Boone (Faculty) [posted September 11, 2007] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 11, 2007:

INEZ ROSAMOND BOONE, 81, died Saturday, September 8, 2007, at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital, after a short illness. She was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, William Gardner Boone, Jr. and her mother, Inez Fennell Rosamond, who both died in May 1996. She was the youngest daughter of Dr. Eugene Rosamond, a well-known "baby doctor" in early twentieth century Memphis. Inez graduated from Miss Hutchison's School on Union Avenue and received her bachelor's degree from Sweet Briar College in Virginia. One of her happiest memories was Camp Riva Lake nestled in the foothills of Middle Tennessee's Cumberland Mountains in Winchester, TN, where she was a camper, a counselor and a lifeguard. Inez and Bill married in June 1952 and immediately began a lifetime of gourmet cooking and raising standard poodles. Inez was the Spanish and French teacher at East High School when it first opened and was dearly loved by her students. She was a member of the Memphis Junior League, Les Passees, Colonial Dames, Dilettantes, the Memphis Country Club, and the University Club of Memphis. She leaves three daughters, Constance Boone Coleman (Jim) of Memphis, Robin Boone Smith (Ralph) of Charlotte, NC, and Allison Boone Temple (Lee) of Somerville, TN; and four grandchildren, Brittany, Patrick, and Nicole Temple, and Abigail Smith. Also, she leaves family friend and lifetime companion, Dorothy Bright. Some of her daughters' fondest memories are picnics, trips to the Zoo, fishing at Horseshoe Lake, and of course, gourmet lessons in the kitchen. They will always treasure her quick, clever wit and her loving compassion. She is survived by her sister, Constance Rosamond New of Lake Village, AR and devoted niece and nephews, Inez New Barnes, James Roland New, Eugene Rosamond New, and Michael Churchill New. Also by her sister and brother-in-law, Emily Boone Ruch and Dr. Robert M. Ruch of Memphis and nieces and nephew, Rondi Ruch Lauderbach, Emily (Boo) Ruch, and Robert M. Ruch, Jr.; and by her sister-in-law, Sally Sanford Watson of Memphis and nephew, Keith Lane Watson. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, September 12 at Canale Funeral Directors at 2700 Union Extended. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, September 13 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1695 Central Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to WKNO-TV, the Memphis Humane Society, or the charity of the donor's choice.

James Boone ('51) [posted August 7, 2000] - From The Commercial Appeal, Monday, August 7, 2000:

JAMES ELTON BOONE, 67, of Memphis, retired accountant for Orgill Inc. and former secretary/treasurer for Quality Stamp Co., died of heart failure Sunday [August 6, 2000] at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday [August 8, 2000] at Second Presbyterian Church, where he was a member, with burial in Polk Cemetery in Bolivar, Tenn. Canale Funeral Directors has charge. He was a graduate of the University of Mississippi and a member of Memphis Hunt and Polo Club. Mr. Boone, the husband of Kate Orgill Boone, also leaves a son, Joseph Orgill Boone, and two brothers, Charles P. Boone and David B. Boone, all of Memphis. The family requests that memorials be sent to Second Presbyterian Church, The Neighborhood School or the Helen Price Boone Fund at the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis.

Harry Bowers (associated with the Class of '61) [posted August 27, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, August 27, 2011:

Harry Stewart Bowers, 68, passed away Thursday, August 25, 2011 at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kathy S. Bowers and cousin, Sally B. Mcdonald. Mr. Bowers was a lifelong Memphian. He graduated East High School and attended the University of Memphis. He served in the U. S Army Reserve. He worked for many years in the municipal bond business where he was very successful. He attended Colonial Park United Methodist Church. Mr. Bowers gave generously to many, many charities, his favorite being the Memphis Humane Society. He gave much of his time and money to many young people in Memphis, giving them their start in the arts and music industry. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m., Saturday, August 27 and funeral services will be 1 p.m., Sunday, August 28 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The family requests memorial donations be sent to the Memphis Humane Society. Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com

Jack Bowers ('70) [posted October 7, 2023] - From Walker's Funeral Home, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, October 2, 2023:

     Obituary of Richard Jack Bowers, III
      Richard Jack Bowers III, 71, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023, after a nearly 15-year battle with cancer. His wife of more than 40 years, Karin Nelson, was by his side.
      Jack was a dearly loved man. He valued his many deep friendships and left a lasting impact on those he met throughout his life. Jack cherished his marriage with Karin and was beyond proud of his two children, Amanda and Jackson. He enjoyed rooting for the Duke Blue Devils, St. Louis Cardinals, and New Orleans Saints, spending time in the Outer Banks, and simply being around his family, friends, and his dog Layla.
      Born on January 1, 1952, to Sarah Wahl and Richard Jack Bowers Jr. in Laramie, Wyoming, Jack grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, graduating from East High School in 1970. He received an engineering degree from Duke University and earned his MBA from Tulane University, where he fell in love with New Orleans.
      He worked for many years in Manhattan at Merrill Lynch and met Karin in New York City in 1980. They married on August 27, 1983, in West Hartford, Connecticut. Together, they raised Amanda and Jackson in Montclair, New Jersey.
      He leaves behind many legacies. In Montclair, Jack sat on the board of housing nonprofit HomeCorp, served as an elder at the Presbyterian Church of Upper Montclair, and was an enthusiastic coach and supporter of youth softball.
      Jack was passionate about helping New Orleans rebuild after Hurricane Katrina. Through his work with Habitat for Humanity, he was instrumental in the founding of Musicians' Village, a neighborhood that housed displaced musicians.
      After retiring in Chapel Hill, Jack continued his involvement with Habitat for Humanity, served on his condo's HOA, and visited Duke Hospital with Layla as part of the hospital's pet therapy program. He also continued his lifelong interest in learning by attending multiple classes at UNC with Karin.
      Of his many roles, the most important to him was being a present and engaged father to Amanda and Jackson. He was a coach, friend, and mentor to them to the end.
      He is survived by his wife Karin Nelson, daughter Amanda Bowers, son Jackson Bowers (Kate), mother Sarah Schade, sister Cindy [Bowers ('72)] Cook (Rob), and brother Joe Bowers (Sherrie).
      Jack loved to talk about family memories and took pride in preserving family history. We ask that you keep his memory and legacy alive by talking of him fondly and often. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Heat It to Beat It, a cancer research nonprofit led by his amazing surgeon Armando Sardi at Mercy Hospital in Baltimore.
      We will be organizing a celebration of life for Jack in the coming months.

Prior to his death, Jack Bowers was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1970 page.

Rose Marie Kersey Bowls (East High Staff) [posted August 16, 2000]
We are saddened to learn of the death of Rose Marie Kersey Bowls who worked in the East High cafeteria and whose children are East alumni: Bob Bowls ('65), Charlie Bowls ('69), and Annette Bowls ('74).
The following obituary appeared in The Commercial Appeal August 15, 2000:

ROSE MARIE KERSEY BOWLS, 79, of Memphis, retired cafeteria cashier for Memphis City Schools, died of lung cancer Sunday [August 13, 2000] at Methodist Healthcare-Central. Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday [August 17, 2000] at Forest Hill Funeral Home East with burial in Forest Hill Cemetery East. She was an Evangel Church member. Mrs. Bowls, the widow of Charles L. Bowls, leaves a daughter, Annette Durand of Collierville; two sons, R.E. `Bob' Bowls of Reno, Nev., and Charles W. Bowls of Nashville; a brother, John Kersey of Memphis, and three granddaughters. The family requests that memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Eleanore Bradford ('51) [posted February 24, 2004]

Eleanor Bradford Madigan Harris, 59, of Apple Valley, California, died October 6, 1993, from cancer. She was the widow of Win Harris. Her ashes were spread over the ocean off the California coast on Sunday, Oct. 17, 1993.

If anyone has a published obituary for Eleanore Bradford, The East High Alumni Page would like a copy. Contact us at editor@EastHigh.org.

James Louis Branch II ('59) [posted May 3, 2009] From From The Roanoke Times, Nov. 22, 2002:

BRANCH, James Louis II, 61, of Blacksburg, died Tuesday, November 12, 2002, at his daughter's home in Christiansburg. A celebration of Jim's life will be conducted on Saturday, November 23, 2002, at 2 p.m., at the home of his daughter, Jessica at 2005 Scott Drive. Please join us to remember Jim's warm spirit and all that he gave to those around him. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, SW, Blacksburg.

Linda Brakefield ('65) [posted Augut 11, 2013] From Tuscaloosa News, Tuscaloosa, AL, August 9, 2013:

     TUSCALOOSA Linda Brakefield Nahrstedt, age 65, of Tuscaloosa, died August 7, 2013, at home. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Memory Hill Gardens with Rayburn Brown officiating and Memory Chapel Funeral Home, a Dignity Memorial Provider, directing. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home.
     She was preceded in death by her father, Henry Brakefield; her mother, Shirley Mitchell; and her daughter, Leigh Rutland.
     Survivors include her husband, Jerry Nahrstedt of Tuscaloosa; daughter, Jackie Hudgins (Kyle) of Northport; son, MSG. Kevin Rutland (Kristy) of Oklahoma; sisters, Sandra Brown (Rayburn) and Marsha Brakefield; two “special sisters”, Camille King and Jan McAnally; brother, Jack Brakefield ['68] (Sharon); and grandchildren, Keith Gauthier, Caleb Hudgins, and Macy Hudgins.
     Pallbearers will be Charlie Payne, Alan Payne, Former Police Chief Ken Swindle, Mayor Walter Maddox, Councilman Bob Lundell, and Rev. Willie Davis.
     In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Lewis & Faye Manderson Cancer Center, Hospice of West Alabama, or Hargrove Memorial United Methodist Church Mission Fund.
     Condolences may be offered www.memorychapelfuneralhome.com.
     Published in Tuscaloosa News on August 9, 2013

David Bratton ('67) [posted July 23, 2018] From the Tennessean , Nashville, TN, July 22, 2018:

Franklin - Dr. David Moffatt Bratton "Pops" went to be with the Lord on July 20, 2018 at the age of 69. David is survived Alison, his loving wife of 43 years; his children Laura Davis (Eric), Amy Shade (DJ), Emily Parola (Aaron), and Will Bratton (Graham); his grandchildren Ben Davis, Sam and Anna Shade, Harrison Parola; his sister Barbara Brownlee, as well as his loving family of in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
      David will be remembered as a loving, devoted and selfless husband, father and grandfather; a cherished brother and uncle and a loyal friend to many. He will also be remembered as a kindhearted, respected physician and colleague with his service as an orthopedic surgeon for 33 years. He founded the McMinnville Orthopedic Clinic in McMinnville, Tennessee and in 1995 joined the Bone and Joint Clinic in Franklin, TN where he served the remainder of his career. He was an active member of the congregation at Brentwood United Methodist Church and an example of faith, perseverance and hope to many, including his Wednesday morning men's group. He was a passionate board member of Harvest Hands Community Development Center in Nashville, TN which he helped birth and grow. When not serving others, David loved to be on the golf course and spending time with his family and friends.
      David's kindness, generosity, integrity and faith in God touched the lives of many. He was a true blessing to all those who knew him and loved people well. He will be dearly missed.
      A memorial service will be held at Brentwood United Methodist Church on Tuesday, July 24 at 3:00 pm with visitation from 1:00 pm until time of the service. To honor and continue David's legacy, his family encourages donations be made to Harvest Hands Community Development Center, 155 B Old Hermitage Avenue, Nashville, TN 37210.
      An online guestbook is available at AustinFuneralService.com (615)377-0775

Beverly Brewer ('52) [posted June 25, 2022] From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, June 11, 2022:
     Beverly Brewer Herriman       June 4, 1934 - June 4, 2022

     Beverly was born in Enid, OK. She graduated from East High School and Memphis State University. Beverly taught for 34 years in the Memphis City Schools at Sherwood Middle and Kingsbury High and was honored with the Rotary Award for Teacher Excellence in 1986.
      Beverly attended Union Avenue Baptist Church for 70 years. She taught Sunday school, directed Vacation Bible School, and was on every committee at church, often serving in a leadership role as chairman.
     Beverly was preceded in death by husband Don, parents Claude and Gladys Brewer, brother, sister-in-law and nephew, Charles, Ruth, and Philip Brewer. She is survived by her daughter, Janet Herriman, son, Stephen Herriman, and numerous great nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
      A graveside service was held on June 9.
      The family asks that donations be made in her memory to:
      Union Ave. Baptist Church 2181 Union Ave. Memphis, TN 38104.
      Or, Karat Place Inc. 558 Boyd St. Memphis, 38126

Barrie "Red" Bright ('54) [posted April 11, 2011] From The Lakeside Post, Guntersville, AL, March 31, 2011:

C.B.M. "Red" Bright - Age 74 - of Grant (Claysville Community) passed away on Monday, March 28, 2011 at his residence.
Service for Mr. Bright will be Thursday, March 31, 2011 at 7 pm at Creek Path Baptist Church, Guntersville with Bro. Rick Douglas and Bro. Don Ryan officiating and Carr Funeral Home Directing. Interment will be in Crystal Springs Cemetery, Crystal Springs, Mississippi. Visitation for Mr. Bright will be Thursday, March 31, 2011 from 5 until 7 pm at Creek Path Baptist Church. The family requests no flowers. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Boy Scouts of America or Creek Path Baptist Church.
C.B.M. "Red" Bright was born in the state of Tennessee, July 21, 1936, the son of Charles Cornelius and Mariam McPherson Bright.
Mr. Bright is survived by his wife, Anne Bright, of Grant; 2 Sons: Rusty Bright and his wife, Rose, of New Hope and Brian Bright and his wife, Renie', of Grant; 1 Daughter, Virginia Smith of Arab; 8 Grandchildren: Jan Smith, Michael Smith, Freddie Smith, Chuck Smith, Mandy Handley, Elizabeth Tidwell, Sarah Powell, and Jennifer Bice; 3 Great-Grandchildren: Caleb Handley, Colby Handley, and Kassidy Tidwell; and 1 Brother, John A. Bright ['64] and his wife, Debbie, of Texas. Mr. Bright was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Cornelius and Mariam Bright.

Tommy Brinkley ('51) [posted February 16, 2003] From The Commercial Appeal, May 26, 1995:

REV. TOMMY E. BRINKLEY, 61, of Wichita Falls, Texas, formerly of Memphis, organist at First Baptist Church in Wichita Falls, died of heart disease Wednesday [May 24, 1995] at Wichita General Hospital. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday [May 27, 1995] at First Baptist Church in Wichita Falls with burial in Memorial Park in Memphis at 10:30 a.m. Monday [May 29, 1995]. Memorial Park Funeral Home and Hampton Vaughan Funeral Directors have charge. He leaves two sisters, Rose Edwards and Elsie Price, and a brother, William J. Brinkley, a ll of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the Tommy Brinkley Memorial Fund in care of First Baptist Church in Wichita Falls

Jean Brinson ('73) [posted December 13, 2007] From The Commercial Appeal, December 13, 2007:

Tupelo - JEAN BRINSON-COLEMAN, 52, inhalation therapist for Baptist Hospital East for 22 years, passed away Thursday, December 6, 2007 at her home. She graduated from East High School and was an active member of Golden Gate COGIC, New Albany, MS. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m., Friday, December 14 at Serenity Chapel, New Albany, MS. Services at 11 a.m., Saturday, December 15 at St. Luke Church of God in Christ, Hacks Cross Road in Olive Branch, MS. Burial in Dancyville Cemetery, Dancyville, TN. She is survived by husband, Rick Coleman; sons, Keylon Hervey of Southaven, MS and Kevin Hervey of Memphis, TN; step-children, Tajuana Young of New Albany, MS and Ledeizrick, Jeremy and Jasmah Coleman, all of Tupelo; mother, Dorothy Eva Brinson of Memphis, TN; sister, Cynthia Brinson of Memphis, TN.

Virginia Butler Britten (Faculty) [posted November 12, 2005] From The Commercial Appeal, November 12, 2005:

Editor's widow dies at 78
By Stephen D. Price
November 12, 2005
      Virginia Butler Britten [Faculty], widow of Milton R. Britten, editor of the old Press-Scimitar newspaper, died Wednesday at the Primacy Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center nursing home.
      She was 78.
      Services will be Sunday, following visitation from 3 to 4 p.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home on Poplar.
      Mrs. Britten suffered from Alzheimer disease.
      "She was very supportive of her husband and community things," said Rhonda Captino, a friend.
      Mrs. Britten taught at East High School and was a homemaker.
      She leaves two daughters, Ann Shaffer of Jacksonville, Fla., and Martha Britten of Memphis; two sons, Jonathan Britten of Japan and Anthony Britten of Manassas, Va.; a sister, Frieda Butler, and a brother, William E. Butler, both of McHenry, Ill., and 10 grandchildren.
      Memorial contributions may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association.

If anyone can supply the dates that Mrs. Britten taught at East, we would like to post that information. Please contact us at editor@EastHigh.org

Frank Bronson ('66) [posted April 24, 2020] From Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Memphis, Arkansas:

     Frank H. Bronson of Marion, AR, passed away on April 22, 2020 in Memphis, TN. He was born on March 11, 1946 in Memphis, TN to Lawrence Bronson and Frank Hubbard.
     Frank enjoyed being outdoors and loved hunting and fishing.
     He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Bronson and Frank ''Polly'' Hubbard.
     He is survived by his wife, Virginia Bronson of Marion, AR; his daughter, Shannon L. Bronson of Bridgeport, CT; his brothers, Larry Bronson ['62] (Cindy) of Cherokee Village, AR and Bill Frye of Memphis, TN; his nephews, Jeff Bronson(Julie) of Knoxville, TN, Jason Bronson of Memphis, TN, and Marcus Butler(Kelly) of Franklin, TN; his great-niece, Helen; his niece, Katie Jewass(Thomas) of Huntsville, AL; and his great-nephew, Sam.

Geraldine Broome ('73) [posted February 27, 2022] From N.H. Owens & Son Funeral Home, July 28, 2013:

Geraldine Y. McGlathen, 65, passed on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Willie McGlathen; daughter, LaKesha McGlathen; grandson, Jalen Peppers; her sister, Jackie Anthony; her brother, Oran Carl Broome and a host of relatives and friends.

Barbara Brown ('54) ("Babs") [posted July 29, 2013] From The Commercial Appeal, July 28, 2013:

BARBARA “BABS” BROWN WHIPPLE, 77, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 26, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Virgil Whipple ['54], and her parents, architect Robert Eugene Brown and Dorothy Neel Brown. Barbara was born on June 8, 1936 in Memphis, Tennessee. She graduated from East High School in 1955, where she and “Virgil” first courted. Barbara received her BA Degree from Memphis State University in 1959, where both she and Jim were selected for “Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.” She was secretary of Alpha Delta Pi sorority, and was involved with Psi Chi, Tassel, Supreme Court, SGA, Art Club, Panhellenic, Phi Gamma, Cub Club, Psychology Club, and Westminster Fellowship. Babs and Jim married on June 7, 1959 following their graduations from MSU. They lived in Knoxville, Tennessee while Jim earned his Master of Science Degree, where she worked as a secretary for TVA. Upon returning to Memphis, Barbara worked in the personnel office at Memphis State University, and later trained clients of Jim's computer software company, Admark, on the use of WordPerfect software. She was a talented seamstress and photographer. Shortly after Jim's death in 2001, Barbara was diagnosed with chronic primary pulmonary hypertension, but was able to maintain a remarkably independent lifestyle until the last weeks of her life. People were frequently amazed at “Beebe's” mobility as she rolled her oxygen bottles around to attend her beloved grandchildren's school programs, sporting events, and other special occasions. Jim and Babs were faithful members of Second Presbyterian Church, where she was a member of the Jeb Russell Class. Barbara recently moved to The Solana of Germantown where she made many new friends and was loved by all. Barbara was a very loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Melinda Whipple Heard (Robert Goodwyn Heard III), her grandchildren, Robert Goodwyn Heard IV, James Whipple Heard, and Kathryn Carruthers Heard, and her brother, David Allan Brown [class association undetermined] of Corinth, Mississippi. Visitation will be held at Memphis Funeral Home, Poplar Chapel on Monday, July 29, from 5 until 7 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 30, in the Sanctuary of Second Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Second Presbyterian Church or the Pulmonary Hypertension Association. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.memphisfuneralhome.net Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens 5599 Poplar Ave. (901)725-0100 Published in The Commercial Appeal on July 28, 2013

[Editor's note: although the obituary indicates Babs Brown graduated from East High in 1955, our documentaiton indicates she was likely a 1954 graduate.]

Claud H. Brown, Jr. ('64) [posted June 12, 2002] From The Commercial Appeal, June 12, 2002:

Claud Brown dedicated his life to Boy Scout ideals
By Amos Maki
June 12, 2002

Claud H. Brown Jr., Eagle Scout, worked for the Chickasaw Council of the Boy Scouts of America for 31 years. He helped open the Boy Scout Shop on Hollywood and oversaw the direction of camp Kia Kima for seven years.
After battling cancer, Mr. Brown died Monday [June 10, 2002] at Baptist East Hospital. He was 56.
"Claud just believed in the ideals of Scouting," said Gilvia Brown, his wife. "He believed in helping people."
Mr. Brown was a Scout in his youth and returned to the organization after graduating from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, with a bachelor's degree in business administration in 1968.
"He dedicated his life to the Scouts, said Nelie Brown Waller, his sister. "He chose the Scouts for his career."
At Kia Kima, just outside of Hardy, Ark., Mr. Brown established the rope course, which teaches scouts how to climb trees and large towers.
Mr. Brown also started a canoe course on the Spring River at Kia Kima.
"I think Claud loved working outdoors and the hiking and outdoor skill he developed and helped others learn," said his wife.
He was the Scout Master of troops 86 and 55.
"He was always great with children," Waller said. "My kids loved him. They considered him more of a sibling than an uncle."
Mr. Brown received the God and Country Award and was a Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow, an honor society for experienced campers. He was a member and deacon of Second Presbyterian Church.
In addition to his wife and sister, Mr. Brown leaves a son, Cannon Ford Brown and his father, Claud H. Brown.
Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday [June 13, 2002] at Second Presbyterian Church.with burial in Memorial Park. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge.
The family requests that memorials be sent to Boy Scouts of America Chickasaw Council.

David Winchester Brown (class year undetermined) [posted May 11, 2007] From The Commercial Appeal, May 11, 2007:

DAVID WINCHESTER BROWN, 50, passed away May 9, 2007, at his home after a long illness. He was a graduate of East High School and formerly employed by Turner Construction Co. He is survived by his mother, Dora Brown; brother, Steve Brown of Grand Cayman and his fiancée Jackie Mayo. He was preceded in death by his father Jack L. Brown. David was a loving son, brother, and friend.Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Friday, May 11, with the funeral service 1 p.m., Saturday, May 12, all being held at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Burial will follow the service in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Freeland H. Brown (Faculty) From The Commercial Appeal, November 13, 2002:

FREELAND H. BROWN, 74, of Memphis, retired assistant principal of Sherwood and Bellevue junior high schools and East High School after 32 years, died Monday at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. Services will be at noon Saturday at Mt. Olive Cathedral CME Church, where he was chairman of the steward board, Men's Bible Class member and Sunday school teacher, with burial at 11 a.m. Monday in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. N. J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home has charge. He was president of the James Lewis Alcy Hill Block Club and a Korean War Army veteran. Mr. Brown, the husband of Connie Dandridge Brown, also leaves a daughter, Sharon Brown Jones, and a son, Freeland Brown Jr., both of Memphis; two sisters, Luretha Malone of Indianapolis and Shirley McDonald of Memphis, and a brother, Joseph Brown Jr. of Memphis.

If anyone knows Mr. Brown's years of service at East High, please send them to us at editor@EastHigh.org as we would like to post those.

Marsha Brown ('70) [posted July 27, 2022]
From The Daily Memphian, July 1, 2022:

     Marsha Brown Hayes passed away in her sleep June 24, 2022, age 70.
      A native Memphian and proud member of the 12-year club at East High School, Marsha was described by friends as the smartest person they knew. She had the drive and focus to conquer any subject and the wisdom to apply those powers only to matters that she cared deeply about.
      When her freshman year studying architecture at Tulane University was cut short by the untimely death of her father, Marsha transferred to Memphis State (which at the time had no architecture department) and pursued multiple majors as varied as Microbiology, Mathematics, and Journalism before graduating in Biology. She supported herself working in the Campus Computer Center, home to the behemoth Delta 7 Mainframe computer. It was there that she honed her skills writing programs in Pascal, Fortran, and COBAL, which ultimately led to a career as a Systems Engineer, first with Four-Phase of Cupertino maintaining their software in their computers across Mississippi and Arkansas, and then with Computer Applications writing code for Memphis businesses, including Holiday Inn, Dobbs House and FedEx.
      And it was at Memphis State that Marsha met her husband Ja, who she married in 1982. Her lifelong love of architecture and historic preservation dictated they would live in Central Gardens, midtown Memphis. Marsha and Ja took up residence in an American Foursquare that they lovingly renovated and became the home in which they raised their family. The demands of a growing family ultimately ended Marsha's computing career just as the world shifted from mainframes and tabletops to PCs and laptops.
      The same architectural passions made Marsha the go-to authority in the history and architecture of her beloved Central Gardens. She has helped multiple homeowners research their architectural histories of their properties, and headed the neighborhood home tour twice, one based on the 100th anniversary of the 1912 Gravure Artwork of Memphis. Her publication: Central Gardens, A Walking Tour is still available for self-guided tours. It is not entirely in jest that she was named President of the Dead Architect Society.
      Marsha was preceded in death by her parents Evelyn Ross Brown and Clarence Laverne Brown and survived by her husband Ja and children Jack (fiancé Lana) and Marie, and brothers Greg [Brown (class year/association undetermined)] (fiancé Nuoi Ngo) and Brock (Denise).
      A Memorial Service is planned in the cool of the Fall at Grace Saints Episcopal Church with visitation at her beloved American Foursquare.
      In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be sent to Church Health- www.churchhealth.org/give, Memphis Heritage-www.memphisheritage.org/memberships/ or charity of choice.

Nelie Brown ('53) [posted January 12, 2019] From The Commercial Appeal, January 11, 2019:

     Nelie Brown Waller, noted educator and beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died at Allen Morgan Health Center on January 9, 2019 at age 83.
      The family will receive relatives and friends from 5-7pm on Friday, January 11th at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue in Memphis. There will be a memorial service on Saturday at 12:30pm at Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 2404 Kirby Road in Memphis, with a reception to follow.
      Nelie was born December 6, 1935, the daughter of Claud Henry Brown and Nelie Clayton Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Ben Waller, Jr.
      She grew up on a farm at Bailey Station near Collierville, surrounded in love and fun by grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, and her younger brother, Claud Brown, Jr. who preceded her in death. Her family moved into Memphis upon the completion of World War II, after which she graduated from East High School. She attended Rhodes College, where she majored in Latin and was a member of Chi Omega.
      She married Ben Waller in 1956 at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, where they had met in youth group. As members of St. Luke's and at the request of the Metropolitan Missionary Society, she and Ben became charter members of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in East Memphis in 1968. Nelie and Ben loved Emmanuel and served happily in all work areas of the church.
      Nelie led the founding of Emmanuel United Methodist Kindergarten and served as the program Director for 31 years. She touched the lives of thousands of children and families through her involvement in early childhood education. She was well admired and respected by fellow educators, many of whom she loved and mentored. Under her leadership, EUMK became one of the first pre-schools in the United States to be accredited by the National Academy of Childhood Programs. She was an active member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and of Delta Kappa Gamma; and she was recognized for her work at the local, state, and national level, serving as Conference Chairs for both the Memphis Association on Young Children and the Tennessee Association on Young Children.
      Nelie lived at Trezevant Manor the past several years. She derived great joy from her friendships there and from worshipping at St. Edward Chapel. Nelie had also been an active member of the Women's Exchange, Les Passes, Kirby Woods Garden Club, as well as a church youth leader and a Girl Scout leader.
      She is survived by her three children, Ginny Zanca (David), Rush Waller (Clara Gwen) and Stewart Waller; four grandchildren, Nelie Lynch (Ben), Peter Zanca (Elizabeth), Benjamin Waller (Rachel Smith) and Wilson Waller; and one great grandchild, Henry Zanca. Her family wishes to thank Margaret Locke for her thoughtful care of Nelie in recent years.
      In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Nelie Waller Fund of the Emmanuel United Methodist Kindergarten, or to any other charitable organization of choice.

Robert Brown ('53) ("Doc") [posted September 2, 2024] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, August 30, 2024:

      Robert Cooper Brown passed away on August 27, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis. He leaves his wife, Sally Brown; sons, Robert "Bob" (Sherrie) Brown and Barton (Sheila) Brown; stepsons, Gene Hughes and John Fulghum; grandchildren, other relatives, and many friends. He was predeceased by a daughter, Lyssa Goerlitz. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Piperton United Methodist Church located at 785 Hwy 57, Collierville, TN 38017, 901.853.2654.

Cheryl Buchanan ('74) [posted September 1, 2010]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 1, 2010:

Cheryl Buchanan, 54, of Memphis, graduate of East High School, died August 28, 2010. Visitation will be Friday, September 3 from 4-6:30 p.m. at N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home. Services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, September 4 at Christ Temple Church of Deliverance, 21 E. Rollins, with burial in New Park Cemetery. She leaves one daughter, Yvette Jones of Memphis; two brothers, Christopher (Avis) Buchanan and Timothy Buchanan, all of Columbia, SC; two grandchildren, five nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Martha Lou Buchanan (Faculty) [posted October 4, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, October 2, 2008:

MARTHA LOUISE BUCHANAN, 86, of Memphis, died September 30, 2008 at St. Francis Hospital. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 4 at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel. Burial will be in Forest Hill Midtown Cemetery. Mrs. Buchanan was born in Memphis to the late Sam and Ethel Jones. Martha Lou attended Memphis State University, where she was the first female editor of the Tiger Rag and a Magna Cum Laude graduate with her Bachelor and Master degrees. She retired from Memphis City Schools, where she was a 5th grade teacher for 30 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Paul J. Buchanan. She leaves two daughters, Margaret B. Salassi of Fayetteville, AR and Betsey Short and her husband, Rick of Yellville, AR; one sister, Lois Frances Jones of Memphis; four grandchildren, Adam Salassi, Max Salassi, Amy Beth Scott and Charley Short, and eight great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to MIFA or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Bev Buckingham ('56) [posted February 16, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 22, 2006:

Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh - ROBERT BEVERLY BUCKINGHAM, 68, died Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at his home. Born in Memphis, he attended Vanderbilt University, graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine and did residencies in Internal Medicine at Philadelphia General Hospital and the University of Michigan. For the past 23 years he practiced medicine with Arthritis and Rheumatic Disease Associates in Pittsburgh. Dr. Buckingham was an attending physician at the Western Pennsylvania Hospital and at Allegheny Valley Hospital. He was also a Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology and of the American College of Physicians and was Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical School and Temple University Medical School. Dr. Buckingham was widely published and received numerous awards for his investigative research and teaching activities. A past president of the Pennsylvania Rheumatology Society, he was very active in clinical and volunteer activities for the patients in the Pittsburgh area. Patients and colleagues said that Dr. Buckingham was more than a physician to his patients; he was truly their friend and attentive to all their concerns. He is survived by his wife, Anne Sungaila Buckingham; his son, Robert Beverly Buckingham and his wife, Virginia; his daughter, Anne Macrae Buckingham; and his sister, Blanche B. Deaderick. Funeral services were Thursday, December 21 at Calvary Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh. Any memorials may be sent to the Arthritis Foundation or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Buck Buckingham ('55) [posted June 27, 2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, May 27, 2018:

     John Gordon "Buck" Buckingham passed away peacefully at the age of eighty-one on May 14, 2018.
      To his children, Gordon and Warren Buckingham and to Gaye Carmon and Mark Smith he was "Dad". Buck stepped into Stephanie Friedman's (Nancy's daughter) life when she was only 14 and made oh so many memories including many road trips to the University of Alabama. To Nancy, his wife of some 28 years, and other family and friends, he was known as "Buck" and "Papaw Buck" to his grandchildren.
      The grandkids will always remember the way their grandfather would look at them quizzically–a twinkle in his eyes, and ask, "Do you know what I like about you?" They would shake their heads. And then, a pause, and the answer: 'Everything!"
      The family came to calling such routines, "Buckisms". These one-of-a-kind Q and A's, like the man himself, were always warm, always positive, and always memorable.
      Buck Buckingham was Memphis born and raised, and a natural athlete, excelling in everything from basketball to baseball, football to golf. Especially golf. Nancy would often tell him that, with low handicap, he would be able to conquer the senior tour if he would just set a year aside to concentrate on the game. He was that good, with three hole in ones!
      After high school, Buck was invited to play professional baseball, but chose to serve our country instead, joining the United States Marine Corps, where he would set an example and a world record in waterskiing.
      Buck's easy-going manner, and undeniable good looks and charm, led him to try his hand at sales. And like sports, he found that he was good at it. Perhaps it was the fact that he was so approachable: so down to earth. Whatever it was, he had it, and spent several years on the road, selling broadcast production music to radio stations around the country for the Memphis-based, Tanner Company. By the time he left to form his own organization, he had risen through the ranks, serving as Vice President of Broadcast Sales of what was arguably the world's largest producer of broadcast services.
      During his tenure there, he had worked with, and found a partner in Pete Pedersen, who had served as the company's Vice President and musical director. The two men's skill sets complemented each other perfectly, as did their easy-going personalities. It was a perfect fit, and partnership. They called their company Peter Buck Productions. It was during those first years that Nancy Huff joined the company. And it was there that Buck and Nancy met, fell in love, and married.
      Some ten years and hundreds of radio and television commercials later, the partners sold the company, with Pete looking forward to concentrating on his own music, and Buck and Nancy using their combined expertise to guide clients through the ins and outs of advertising and marketing, under the banner of Mid-South Media Services.
      As their extended family grew, and they became empty-nesters, Buck and Nancy made the decision to move to Fairhope, Alabama, where family was close. It was also the place where Buck became a member of Fairhope United Methodist Church. It would prove to be the perfect backdrop for the next chapter in their lives.
      Over the next ten years, Buck would spend many a happy hour watching his grandchildren thrive. A familiar face at their piano recitals, baseball and basketball games, cross country and swim meets, he always tried to be there to cheer them on.
      And when he wasn't cheering or traveling, he was fixing. A carpenter at heart, he had built many a fence and gazebo, and even a home over the years.
      But it was the life that he and Nancy built together, the love he forged with his family, that special something that drew people to him, and all of those oh so memorable "Buckisms" that we will remember. A little corny. A little funny. And very, very Buck. And if you were to ask anyone who knew him, what it was that they liked about him, they would most certainly reply, "Everything". Absolutely everything.
      A celebration of his life will be held in Fairhope, AL on Friday, June 22, at 2 p.m., at Fairhope United Methodist Church, 155 S. Section Street, Fairhope, AL, 36532. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Youth Ministry at Fairhope United Methodist Church, Attn. Rachel Waldhour, 155 S. Section Street, Fairhope, AL 36532. Expressions of condolence may be offered at www.hughesfh.com.

Jon Buhler ('55) [posted September 18, 2021] - From The Commercial Appeal (online), Memphis, September 17, 2021:

     Jon Milton Buhler, age 84, of Memphis, died peacefully at home on Monday, September 13. He leaves his wife of thirty-eight years, Lynn Bledsoe Buhler, his daughter, Mary Virginia Buhler Horner, his son, Jon M. Buhler, Jr. and his wife Jennifer, and his granddaughter, Mary Taylor Buhler.
      Jon graduated from East High School in Memphis and from Vanderbilt University.
      He enjoyed a lifelong passion for astronomy, flying, and space exploration. In 1952, Jon and his young friends formed the Memphis Astronomical Society, which met regularly in his backyard at night, after the stars came out. At age sixteen, he made a presentation to the Memphis City Council to request funds for the first planetarium at the Memphis "Pink Palace" Museum. The presentation was successful and the museum established its first planetarium in a geodesic dome on the lawn. The young scientists of the Memphis Astronomical Society hosted star shows in the new planetarium every weekend until they left for college.
      Jon also loved to fly and earned his pilot's license before he received his driver's license. He served in the United States Air Force Reserves.
      At Vanderbilt, Jon majored in physics astronomy. After graduation, he worked in the space program, developing early versions of the engines that would later propel satellites and astronauts into space.
      Jon eventually joined the family business, Buhler Mills, which manufactured Dixie Lily flour. He spent most of his business career in food manufacturing, as a partner in "Dirty Potato Chips" and in Hilton House Foods.
      Upon retirement, Jon returned to his first loves, the stars and flying. He spent his last years hosting planetarium shows at the Pink Palace, teaching school children to love the stars and encouraging them to become scientists and astronauts. Well into his seventies, he spent many happy afternoons flying his little "tail dragger" plane over the local countryside. He referred to those afternoons as times when he "slipped the surly bonds of earth," a phrase from one of his favorite poems.
      In addition to his love for the stars and flying, Jon loved his family, his friends, his books, the music of Debussy and Dvorak, and his dogs, Lady Dog and Lynn Bob.
      Jon's wife and his children would like to express their deep appreciation for the loyalty of his friends, especially Dr. Steve Bledsoe, Dr. George Flinn, and Dr. Jeremiah Upshaw, whose kind and constant attention made his final months brighter and happier.
      In accordance with his wishes, a private family ceremony will be held.
      In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations in Jon's memory be made to the Sharpe Planetarium at the Memphis Museum of Science and History, 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee, 38111 or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Charles (Chuck) Ames Bullard (associated with the class of '53) [posted December 3, 2006] From The Commercial Appeal, April 30, 2004:

LT. COL. CHARLES (CHUCK) AMES BULLARD, Ret., 68, son of Lois Heiskell, of Memphis, died Wednesday [April 28, 2004] at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Charles graduated from Northwestern Military and Naval Academy, followed by Memphis State University. He enjoyed a distinguished twenty-two year military career, serving in Vietnam and receiving numerous awards including the Bronze Star.
He leaves two daughters, M. Dale Bullard of Virginia, M. Leigh Bullard Weisblat of New Jersey, his brother Eugene Bullard III and niece Layne T. Bullard of Hot Springs and his girlfriend of many years Millie Nye of Memphis.
Services Will be Saturday May 1st [2004]. 10:30 am. Calvary Episcopal Church, Memphis.

Martin Bullard ('60) [posted April 27, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal April 27, 2011:

Martin Kenneth Bullard, 68, died April 14, 2011 at his home following a brief illness, with his family at his side. Marty was born May 15, 1942 in Helena, Arkansas. He graduated from East High School and the University of Memphis with a Bachelor of Science degree. While at the University of Memphis, Marty was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and Phi Delta Epsilon, honorary collegiate journalism fraternity. He was Business Manager of The Tiger Rag, student newspaper, and named to Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. After college, Marty worked as Alumni Director of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and then as Alumni Director of the University of Memphis. Later he started his own business, Marty Bullard and Associates, an advertising and public relations firm. Marty was a communicant of All Saints Episcopal Church serving as head usher and on the Vestry, often as Senior Warden. Marty was preceded in death by his parents, Martin F. and Margaret Craft Bullard. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Shirley Bennett Bullard, his only child, Priscilla, and her husband Matt Emery, of Memphis; grandson Jackson; and granddaughter Katie. A memorial service will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church, 1508 S. White Station, on Sunday, May 1, at 4 p.m., followed by a reception in the church Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorials be given to All Saints Episcopal Church or St. Jude Research Hospital.

Betty Burleigh ('55) [posted October 28, 2014] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, October 28, 2014:

Betty Burleigh Jones, 77, went to be with her Lord on October 26, 2014. She was born September 26, 1937 in Memphis, TN. She attended Vanderbilt University where she met and later married Samuel Benham Jones. They were about to celebrate 57 years of marriage. She is survived by her husband, along with her children, Rev. Clif Jones (Mary Sue), Jennifer Abston (Dunbar III), Debbie Warner (Steve); eight grandchildren; and her brother, Robert C. Burleigh ['53] (Marietta). Betty's true desire in life after she became a Christian in 1973 was to take as many of her family and friends with her to heaven as possible. She donated her body to University of Tennessee Anatomy Bequest program for research. There will be a service to celebrate her life at Christ Church Bartlett, Wednesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Christ Church's outreach programs.

W.B. Burrow ('53) [posted November 1, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal November 1, 2011:

Dr. William Booker "Bill" Burrow, Jr., 76, passed away October 31, 2011 at Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN. He was born July 24, 1935 to William B. Burrow, Sr. and Alline Carpenter Burrow. Dr. W. B. Burrow was a lifelong resident of Memphis. He attended White Station Elementary School, East High School, and Southwestern College (now Rhodes). Dr. Burrow attended UT Medical School, followed by an internship at Methodist Hospital, Memphis. He entered practice in Whitehaven in 1960. He was drafted into the U.S. Army Medical Corps and served as a captain for 2 years. Dr. Burrow returned to Whitehaven for Family Medical Practice where he practiced and lived until his retirement in 1988 due to severe heart problems. While living in Whitehaven, he was a member of the Optimist Club, Whitehaven Presbyterian Church, and Whitehaven Country Club. He was team doctor for Westwood, Whitehaven, Hillcrest, and Memphis Prep schools. He loved SCUBA diving in the Caribbean and off Honduras and the Caymans. He studied underwater medicine with Buzz Aldrin in Aruba. He was a member of SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) and raced in various classes throughout the years. Dr. William Burrow was a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Family Practice, Tennessee Medical Association, Memphis and Shelby County Medical Association, and was on the staff of Methodist Hospital. Dr. Burrow leaves his loving wife, Paula Hearn Burrow; two sons, William Wesley “Wes” Burrow, Sr. and Robert Clay Burrow; and two grandchildren, William “Wesley” Burrow, Jr. and Mary Erwin “Win” Burrow. He also leaves many friends and patients. After retirement, he moved to Germantown. Dr. Burrow was a member of Collierville United Methodist Church. White attending Rhodes College, he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Dr. Burrow enjoyed boating and golfing at Pickwick where he was one of the founding members of the Pickwick Boating Association. He served as vice president and president of the association for many years. Dr. Burrow will join his beloved dachshunds, Bruce, Booker, and Buster Bear at the Rainbow Bridge in Heaven. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, November 1 and funeral services will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 2 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Entombment will follow in Memorial Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, donations should be sent to the Germantown Animal Shelter.

Kay Butler ('54) [posted December 28, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal December 17, 2017:

Katherine Butler Tusa, age 81, died December 8, 2017, at her home. Katherine is preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Frank G. Tusa. She is survived by her two children, Karen Monteath and Scott Monteath (Michelle), and her five grandchildren, Geoffrey Smith, Allison Maldonado (Miguel), Matthew Monteath, Jordan Monteath, and Ashley Monteath. She also leaves two sisters, Marilyn Sciortino and Margaret Herndon (Bryan). Katherine graduated from East High School in 1954, and from Vanderbilt University in 1958. She was a retired teacher after 30 plus years of service. Katherine was a beloved member of Highland Heights Presbyterian Church for many years. Her memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 11:00 am at Highland Heights Presbyterian Church, 2855 Morning Sun Road, Cordova, Tennessee, 38016. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made to Highland Heights Presbyterian Church.

Marcy Coles Byers (Faculty) [posted May 31, 2023] - From The Daily Memphian, May 31, 2023:

      Marcy Coles Byers, 78, of Memphis, Tennessee, was called home to be with the Lord, Thursday, May 25, 2023 at home. Marcy was the daughter of Charles Arthur Capps and Pauline Rabold Capps of Bowling Green, Kentucky. Beloved Wife – Mother – Friend She was preceded in death by her parents, her great aunts and uncles in Bowling Green, her sister, Elaine Capps, her first husband, William "Bill" Coles (Lauren's father), many close friends, and her spoiled dog, Allie. She leaves behind her husband of eighteen love filled years, John "Robert" Byers, daughter, Lauren Coles, of Madison, Alabama, and two stepdaughters, Elizabeth Byers, Conroe, Texas, and Rebecca Byers, Olive Branch, Mississippi, along with several cousins in Springfield, Missouri, and countless friends. Marcy attended and graduated high school at St. Agnes Academy. She received her undergraduate and Master's from Memphis State University. She loved the Memphis Tigers and attended many basketball and football games throughout her life. She was a member of RaMet of the Memphis Cotton Carnival. She enjoyed teaching and was a much-loved teacher at East High for many years. After teaching, she moved to FedEx, where she received the prestigious Five Star award and retired after twenty-nine years. Marcy enjoyed playing Bingo and Bunko. She loved traveling, a nice glass of Moscato, and spending time with her numerous friends and family. She was an animal lover and spoiled her pets immensely. She was always excited to spend time down at the beach "glamping" with her daughter, Lauren. She was an elegant writer and amazing poet and always loved telling jokes – some of which she even made up herself. Her strength, poise, elegance, humor, smile, and love will always be cherished by those that knew her. She had a personality that would shine brightly and be shared openly with anyone she ever met. She was always positive and easy going – she said she was liquid and would just roll with anything that happened. She was the light in many people's lives and will be deeply missed.
      In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in Marcy's name to St. Jude, Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County, or an animal rescue of your choice.
      A celebration of life for Marcy Coles Byers will be held Monday, June 5, 2023, with the following arrangements: Church of the Holy Spirit - 2300 Hickory Crest Drive, Memphis, TN 38119 Visitation – 10 A.M. Holy Mass – 11 A.M. Graveside Services – To follow Mass (escorted processional from Church of the Holy Spirit).

Editor's note: The East High Alumni Page does not have information as to when Ms. Byers taught at East nor can it cannot confirm the name she may have been known by at East. Anyone with this information is encouraged to send it to editor@EastHigh.org

Ronnie Bynum (Faculty) [posted February 18, 2022] - From The Daily Memphian, February 15, 2022:

     Ronnie Beard Bynum, a long-time educator in Memphis died February 10, 2022, at the age of 77.
      He was preceded in death by his parents Mitchell and Marjorie Bynum of Dyer, Tennessee, an older sister Judy Somers of Marion, Il, his wife of 49 years Jean, and his son Ronnie Beard Bynum Jr.
      He leaves behind his beloved grandsons Tyler and Cooper Bynum. He also leaves his younger sister Bitsy Gilliland of Dyer, TN.
      Bynum began his career as a sixth-grade teacher at the now closed Pope Elementary. His first class consisted of thirty-eight students who ranged in age from twelve to eighteen years of age. The reading range of his class was for non-readers up to grade eight. Mr. Bynum met and walked the first African American students when Pope Village was an all-white housing project. Mr. Bynum, after serving a year as Assistant Principal at Humes Elementary returned to Pope as its last Principal. Later, Bynum was named Principal of Westwood Elementary, a campus with a projected enrollment of twelve hundred students. During his tenure, Westwood was one of the largest K-6 school in the state until Doubletree was built to relieve its size. Bynum was next moved to Snowden, an assignment he found particularly unique. Bynum's first year at Snowden the school was recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a school of excellence. In 1984, Bynum was sent to East High School to develop an advanced academics program for health sciences and engineering. Against some overwhelming obstacles, this school grew from 700 students to over seventeen hundred students with forty percent of those enrolled in the advanced academics program. In 1995 and 1996, Bynum served as the Assistant Commissioner of Education for Teaching & Learning for the State of Tennessee. Although Bynum enjoyed traveling the state and meeting many outstanding educators he was simply out of his element when out of the single school environment. He was a building principal at heart. After leaving the state department, Bynum returned to Memphis and served three years as Principal of Central High School. Bynum wishes to thank the wonderful teachers and students that gave his life meaning. He genuinely enjoyed seeing teachers and students succeed. Bynum was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church.
      The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, February 16 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Riverside Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home.
      The funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 17 at 10:00 a.m. in the Riverside Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home with a graveside service to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery in Dyer, TN.

Ronnie Bynum ('92) [posted July 2, 2019] - From The Commercial Appeal June 28, 2019:

     Arlington [Tennessee] - Ronnie Beard Bynum, Jr., 45, died June 25, 2019 after a long illness.
      Ronnie was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Jean Bynum. Ronnie is survived by his wife, Amanda, and their sons, Tyler and Cooper as well as his father Ronnie Bynum, Sr. [East principal 1984-1995] of Memphis.
      Ronnie was a graduate of East High School where he was a star on the basketball team. Ronnie was employed at UPS for thirteen years and Polycryl Corp. for three years. Ronnie was a childhood member of Germantown Baptist Church and attended Hope Church with his family.
      Visitation will be at 10 AM at Hope Church, 8500 Walnut Grove Road, on Saturday, June 29th. Services will follow in the church chapel. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials or tribute gifts be sent to The American Kidney Fund. Please name your gift in memory of Ronnie Bynum at www.kidneyfund.org

Bill Byrd ('56) [posted August 4, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal December 12, 1996:

WILLIAM STANAGE BYRD, 58, of Memphis and Tunica, Miss., real estate broker, died Tuesday [December 10, 1996] in Tunica of an apparent heart attack. Services will be at noon Friday [December 13, 1996] at Memorial Park Funeral Home. He leaves three sons, Terence Soyars Byrd of Nesbit, Miss., and Timothy Morgan Byrd and William Hudson Byrd II, both of Hernando; his mother, Charlotte Stanage Byrd Grider of Memphis; a sister, Margaret Byrd Barnes of Houston; a brother, Robert James Byrd of El Paso, Texas, and three grandchildren. The family requests that any memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Billy Wayne Byrd ('74) [posted July 12, 2023] - From The Commercial Appeal December 22, 1980:

BILLY WAYNE BYRD, 24, of 4888 Coro Road, student at Memphis State University and a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, died Saturday [December 20, 1980] at The National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Md. Memphis Funeral Home has charge. He was a member of the Poplar Avenue Baptist Church. He leaves his mother, Mrs. Mildred Byrd, and a sister, Mrs. Diane [Byrd ('66)] Waddell, both of Memphis, and three brothers, Michael Byrd ['72], of Knoxville, and Eddie Byrd ['70] and Larry Byrd ['73], both of Memphis.

Larry Byrd ('73) [posted May 29, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal May 29, 2015:

Larry Alan Byrd, 60, passed away May 27, 2015. He was born November 10, 1954. Larry graduated from East High School in 1973 and retired from the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Group after 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Beverly Strack Byrd; son, Landon “Dylan” Byrd; mother, Mildred Boston Byrd; sister, Dianne Byrd Waddell ['66]; and brothers, Walice “Eddie” Byrd ['70] and Michael Byrd ['72]. He was preceded in death by his brother, Billy Wayne Byrd ['74] and brother-in-law, Robert “Jimmy” Waddell. Larry was a member of the TKO Fraternity and an avid music fan. He enjoyed fishing and attending Redbirds baseball games. He loved traveling with family and spending time at Horseshoe Lake with friends, old and new. The family will receive friends 4-7 p.m., Saturday, May 30 and funeral services will be 2 p.m., Sunday, May 31 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations be sent to Christ the King Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society.

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Dewon Chico Caffey [posted August 4, 2005] From The Commercial Appeal, August 3, 2005:

DEWON CHICO CAFFEY, 28, of Memphis. Services will be 12 noon on Saturday, August 6, 2005 at Princeton Avenue Baptist Church; burial Memorial Park Southwoods. N.H. Owens & Son Funeral Home, 421 Scott St., has charge. Mr. Caffey attended East High School. He leaves 4 sisters, Shima, Monica, Azizi and Caminda Caffey; 1 brother, Lonzo (Kissten) Caffey ('93); a daughter, Jakeria Caffey; 4 nieces and 6 nephews. N.H. Owens & Son Funeral Home 901-324-2116

John Calamis (class association undetermined) [posted June 19, 2010] - From The Commercial Appeal June 12, 2010:

John Louis Calamis, Jr., age 66 of Rockwood formerly of Memphis, TN passed away Friday June 11, 2010 at his home. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Kingston and the BRB Sunday School Class, and was active in the local prison ministry. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother and “Gramps”, who enjoyed retirement, especially fishing in his boat. Preceded in death by his parents John and Ruth Calamis, Sr. and sister Betty Jean Henderson. Survivors include: Wife Wanda Babb Calamis of Rockwood; sons Christopher Louis Calamis of Ft. Walton Beach, FL; Michael Andrew Calamis of Memphis, TN; one stepdaughter, three step sons and spouses of GA and TX; sisters Patricia Ann Bauer of Black Eagle, MT, Johnie Irene Paterson [class association undetermined] of Collierville, TN, Mary Elizabeth Bauer [class association undetermined] of Hernando, MS, Anita Ruth Barnes of Olive Branch, MS, six step-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2 until 3 p.m. Sunday June 13, 2010 at the First Baptist Church in Kingston with the funeral to follow at 3pm with Dr. Sonny Works officiating. Celebration of Life will be from 4 until 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center. Burial 3:30 p.m. Monday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Lawrenceville, GA with Rev. Ted Dunagan officiating. Arrangements by: Kyker Funeral Home www.kykerfuneralhome.com (865)376-6531

Anyone with further information about whether any of the Calamis family graduated from East or class associations if they did not is asked to relay such information to editor@EastHigh.org.

Andy Calhoun('61) [posted July 11, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, June 15, 2017:

Andrew M. Calhoun, 73, a U.S. Army veteran passed away on June 13, 2017.

James Calliham ('62) [posted August 4, 2019] - From Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral, Austin, Texas:

     James Edward Calliham passed away peacefully at home on July 18, 2015, after a brief illness. He was 72 years old. James was being cared for at home by his loving wife, Marty. He was born in Staunton, VA, to the late Phares William Calliham III and the late Mary Reynard Calliham.
      James started his education in Memphis, TN, at Christian Brothers High School and graduated from Memphis East High School. Even as a teenager, he was an accomplished artist and photographer. While still in high school, he sold an oil painting of a photographic study he made of a scene in downtown Memphis. He worked for a portrait photography studio and sold cameras. In 1962 when he found himself eligible for the draft, he enlisted in the Armed Forces and was trained as a field photographer. He was first stationed in Hokkaido, Japan, and eventually toured throughout the Asian region during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged after one enlistment tour, returned to the United States, and was accepted into the Memphis Academe’ of Art. James then took an opportunity in Amsterdam, Holland, where he interned as a graphic artist for a publishing house earning a Certificate in Graphics. Upon returning to the states he co-owned a photography studio in Memphis, Patterson and Associates. In the years after, he was employed in multiple professions including photographer, graphic designer, locksmith, power plant pollution control specialist, dental lab tech, tax map editor and inker.
      In 2000, James completed an Associate of Applied Sciences at Southwest Institute of Technology and worked in electronics manufacturing for Solectron in Austin. When Solectron closed, he became one of the first TSA security officers in Austin while continuing his graphic art as a web designer for multiple businesses. During this time, he also worked with his wife to help create the Peaceful Village Acupuncture Clinic in Austin.
      James had a kind and generous spirit that was apparent to all who knew him. He often said that there was little in this life that was worth arguing about. Though he had no children of his own, James was a mesmerizing storyteller and easily made friends with his nieces and nephews. In his personal life, it was not uncommon for him to provide support to friends and neighbors whether it was mowing a neighbor’s lawn, helping to build a porch, or rebuilding an old computer for someone whose child was starting college. He had a keen eye as an artist, and his artwork extended to the design elements of his home such as the patterns he built into a tile floor or a gazebo. As a graphic artist, he built architectural models and websites. In fine art, James completed projects in a wide variety of mediums including oil paint, pastels, photography, and stained glass.
      James leaves behind his wife of 33 years, Martha B. Calliham. He is predeceased by his stepmother, the late Sarah G. Calliham. He is survived by his elder brother Phares William Calliham IV and his wife Anita Louise L. Calliham, sister Mary Catherine [Calliham ('66) C. Brady and her husband William D. Brady, brother David W. Calliham and his wife Janet S. Calliham, sister Margaret [Peggy Calliham ('69) C. Taylor and her husband Robert Mark Taylor, sister Sallie R. Calliham [associated with the Class of '71] and her husband Thomas H. Snelham, an uncle Robert Norwood Calliham, an aunt Mary Elizabeth C. Corcelli and her husband Donald Corcelli. He also leaves behind 7 nieces, 3 nephews, 7 great nieces, and 6 great nephews.
      A Celebration of Life will be on Friday July 24, 2015 at 11:00 AM at the Friends Meeting of Austin, 3701 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Austin, Texas, 78721.
      In lieu of flowers please send donations either to the Friends Meeting of Austin or the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Elizabeth "Beppy" Campbell ('72) [posted April 9, 2023] From The Commercial Appeal, April 8, 2023:

      Elizabeth "Beppy" Campbell Brown, age 68, left this world peacefully at the Southern Tennessee Regional Health System in Winchester, TN on March 30th, 2023. She was born on August 12th, 1954 in Memphis, TN. Beppy had a love for laughing, people, gourmet cooking, Memphis, and for fashion. However, it was children that would really light up her world! She became a Christian later on in life and put her trust in Jesus for salvation. Beppy is preceded in death by her grandfather, Dr. Willis Campbell, world renowned Orthopedic Surgeon and founder of Campbell’s Clinic. Also preceded in death by her parents, George and Ada Campbell and her sister, Virginia Campbell ['72]. She is survived by her son, Robert Pearson Lewis III (Trey), daughter in-love, Holly Lewis, and her grandchildren, Cannon Lewis, Beau Lewis, Arrow Rose Lewis, Pearce Lewis, Cross Lewis, and Cal Lewis. The funeral will be 11 a.m. Monday, April 17th at Grace-St Luke’s Episcopal Church. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. A short graveside service will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. A gathering of Beppy's friends and family will be held at her best friend's home, Wight Boggs, to celebrate and remember her life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the William Cliff Heaton Jr. Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization that helps to pay for substance abuse treatment and provides recovery and drug abuse awareness for young people. You can give online at theheatonfoundation.org or send a physical check to P.O. Box 158, Lyon, MS 38645.

Alvin Dennie Canaday (class year association undetermined) [posted July 27, 2022] - From The Daily Memphian, May 11, 2022:

     Alvin Dennie Canaday, age 84, saw the face of Jesus on Tuesday, May 2, 2022.
      Born on August 2, 1937, Alvin was a lifelong Memphian. He attended East High School, served his country in the military, served his community through the Jaycees and was active in his sons' scouting. A 35-year employee of the airline industry, he worked for Southern Airways, Republic, Northwest and ultimately retired from Delta.
      Alvin was a wonderful husband, Dad, Grandpa, Pop and friend to so many. He will be remembered for his willingness to help others and his love for animals. After being confined to bed for the last few years, he is finally able to walk in Heaven. He will be forever loved and missed by all who knew him.
      He was predeceased by his parents, Oliver S. and Opal Roy Canaday; two sons, John Patrick Canaday and Sean Joseph Canaday; and a beloved daughter in-law, Lisa Britton Canaday.
      Alvin is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Sandy Kane Canaday; son, Bill Canaday; his precious grandchildren, Joy Ervin (Rodney) of Atoka, TN, John Canaday, Jr. (Jessica) of Milan, TN, Sara Canaday of Warner Robins, GA, and Cassie Canaday of Kennesaw, GA; his treasured great-grandchildren, Paige Ervin and Rodney Ervin Jr. of Atoka, TN, and John, Mikaela and Hailey Hill of Milan, TN; brothers, Wiley Canaday (Camille) and Steve Canaday ['67]; brother in-law, Kevin Kane (Haden); daughter in-law, Angela Canaday of Kennesaw, GA; a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; and his rescued fur buddy, Bailey.
      There will be no funeral services at this time but a private memorial to be held this summer. The family requests any memorial gifts be sent to the charity of your choice.

Jimmy Canfield ('51) [posted January 22, 2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 21, 2018:

     James T. Canfield, Jr., 86, died after a brief illness on January 19, 2018. Jimmy, as he was known by his friends and family, was a native Memphian, the son of Ruth Dearing Canfield and James Thomas Canfield, Sr. He was a graduate of the first graduating class of East High School in 1951. He was proud of the fact that he was a lieutenant colonel in the ROTC at East High where his ROTC unit won the first trophy earned by the school. He was a graduate of the University of Mississippi, 'Ole Miss,' as he would fondly say.
      He was the President and owner of Poston Warehouses, Inc. for over thirty years. He later worked with Quest Diagnostics. He was admired, loved and respected by all those who worked with and for him.
      He held many service roles throughout his life including the board of directors for the Southeastern Warehousemen's Association, a member and board member of the downtown Kiwanis Club and as a past board member of Colonial Park Methodist Church.
      Jimmy was a role model and father figure for many of the men, women, girls and boys who knew him through his business, years of motocross racing, and as a neighbor or relative. Many have described him as being a second father to them.
      He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Marijean Tait Canfield, his sons, Jim Canfield, III and his wife Paige of San Diego, CA and Keith Canfield and his wife Gwen of Little Rock, AR, and by his two beloved grandchildren, Peyton Canfield and Jas Canfield. He also leaves a sister, Nan Lambert and many cherished nieces and nephews.
      Services for a life well-lived will be Tuesday, January 23, 2018. The family will receive visitors from 10:00-11:00 am with services immediately after at 11:00. All services will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home at 5668 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119.

Ken Canfield ('52) [posted January 7, 2015] - From Rader Funeral Home, Longview, TX.:

Kenneth William Canfield, 80, of Hallsville, Texas, passed away on December 27, 2014 in his sleep. Visitation will be held at Rader Funeral Home in Longview, Texas on January 1, 2015 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Rader Funeral Home will be handling the funeral arrangements. A funeral service will be held at Woodland Hills Baptist Church on January 2, 2015 at 10:00am with Reverend Charles Hunt of Woodland Hills Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia with full military honors. Kenneth was born in Memphis, Tennessee to Ruth Dearing and James Thomas Canfield Sr. on July 6, 1934. He grew up in Memphis and graduated from East High School in 1952. He then attended Southern Methodist University and graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. He also earned a Master Degree in Civil Engineering, with an emphasis on Arctic Engineering, from Arizona State University.
He went on serve his country in the United States Air Force for 28 years. His military career began in 1959 as a 1st Lieutenant Civil Engineer stationed at Elmendorf AFB near Anchorage, Alaska. His tours of duty also included Laughlin AFB, Texas, Randolph AFB, Texas, the Philippines, Korea, and Vietnam. He earned a Bronze Star for his service in Vietnam, as well as a Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Medal, and Vietnam Service Medal. Kenneth retired from the Air Force in 1986 as a Colonel. His final military assignment was the Base Civil Engineer at Elmendorf AFB, where he was the head of the same unit where his military career began. He then went to work for the Municipality of Anchorage, Alaska as the Director of Public Works. In 1994, he retired and moved to Longview, Texas and took an engineering job with the City of Longview. Upon retiring from the City of Longview, he began his own business as a home inspector which he continued until his passing. He enjoyed boating, camping, and all kinds of fishing and hunting, and was an experienced outdoorsmen. He was a member of Woodland Hills Baptist Church.
Kenneth is survived by his wife, Martha Sandoval Canfield of Hallsville, Texas, daughter Beverly Canfield Lothamer of Arlington, Washington, daughter Cynthia Lynne Canfield of Colorado Springs, Colorado, daughter Felicia Marie Canfield of Longview, Texas, stepson Paul Andrew Canfield of Anchorage, Alaska, brother James Thomas Canfield Jr. of Memphis, Tennessee, and sister Nancy [Canfield ('65)] Lambert of Horseshoe Lake, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his father James Thomas Canfield Sr., his first wife Gwendolyn Freeman Canfield, and his mother Ruth Dearing Canfield.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Wounded Warriors Project at www.support.woundedwarriorproject.org. The family wishes to extend their gratitude for all your thoughts and prayers during this time of great sorrow.

Bland Cannon ('65) [posted March 9, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 9, 2011:

Bland Wilson Cannon Jr. died March 7, 2011, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis TN after a brief illness. Born in Minneapolis MN on January 24, 1947, Bland was the eldest son of Dr. Bland W. Cannon and Louise S. Cannon. He grew up in Memphis, and was a graduate of Brown University and Vanderbilt Law School. His legal career began in Washington DC, but in the late 70s he joined a firm in San Francisco, where Bland resided and practiced law for more than the three following decades. He was an elder and active member of Christ United Presbyterian Church in San Francisco. Predeceased by his father, he is survived by his mother Louise, two sons, Bland Wilson Cannon III and William Ellis Cannon, both of San Francisco, four brothers, John [Cannon '67], Henry and Charles of Memphis and Marty of Greenwich, CT. Bland's deep devotion to his family and the church knew no limits, and he will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Friday, March 11 at Idlewild Presbyterian Church in Memphis. The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorials be sent to a charity of the donor's choice.

Kathleen Capon ('72) From The Commercial Appeal, March 3, 2003:

KATHLEEN CAPON WHITE, 49, of Memphis, former music director at Catholic Church of the Ascension, died Sunday [March 2, 2003] at Methodist Healthcare-Germantown. Mass will be said at 10:30 p.m. [correct time is 10:30 a.m.] Tuesday [March 4,2003] at Catholic Church of the Ascension, where she was a communicant, with burial in Calvary. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge. She was a graduate of the University of Memphis and a member of the Chorister's Guild and the Delta Amateur Radio Club. Mrs. White, the wife of Francis R. White for 24 years, also leaves a daughter, Mary Hannah 'Mollie' White; two sons, Adam Francis White and David Joseph White, and her mother, Edith L. Capon, all of Memphis; two sisters, Patricia C. Walker of Horn Lake and Barbara C. France of Hickory Flat, Miss., and three brothers, Richard W. Capon of Jacksonville, Fla., Michael H. Capon of Memphis and Thomas J. Capon of Nashville. The family requests that memorials be sent to Birthright of Memphis.

Prior to her death, Kathleen Capon was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1972 page.

Mike Capon ('65) [posted March 24, 2021] From The Commercial Appeal, January 27, 2020:

Michael Capon
Memphis - Age 73, passed away January 27, 2020.

Billy Joe Campbell (associated with the Class of '51) [posted May 11, 2009] From The Commercial Appeal, May 11, 2009:

Olive Branch - BILLY JOE CAMPBELL, 77, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Frances Campbell, three children, Roy (Cheryl) Campbell, Velnor (Rev. Eddie) Little, Ed (Sherri) Campbell; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Hickory Withe. Visitation will be held from 5:30-8 p.m., Tuesday, May 12, with the funeral service at 10 a.m., Wednesday, May 13, all being held at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Memorials may be sent to First Baptist Hickory Withe, Building Fund

Cherie Carlisle (associated with the Class of '70) [posted July 1, 2012] From The Commercial Appeal, July 1, 2012:

Anna Cherie Hatchett was called home to Heaven June 29, 2012 after a brave, turbulent journey at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Cherie graduated from Germantown High School, attended college at UT Knoxville, worked at General Sessions Court 6 years before becoming a caring and compassionate nurse. She married Jimmy Hatchett in 1976. They lived a long happy life raising four children. She was a wonderful loving wife and mother to whom family was everything. Cherie leaves to grieve her death and cherish her memory a loving, devoted husband, Jimmy Hatchett; three daughters, Jamie McGhee (Brian), Melanie Bradley (Nick), Lisa Brown (Steve), and son, Sam Hatchett. She also leaves her mother, Ludine Carlisle, a brother, Hughie Carlisle (Barbara), and two sisters, Karen Chism (Randall) and Dawn Cahan; nieces and nephews, Lance Chism, Corey Gallina, Jeff Pope, Jennifer Petro, Holly Maness, Matt Carlisle, and Morgan Hatchett; grandchildren, Hayden and Ava Grace Bradley and Sam Brown. She held the hand of Jesus who gave her love, joy, and faith in abundance. She was a member of Balmoral Baptist Church. She loved and was loved by everyone she knew. She will be greatly missed but the same Holy Spirit that sustained her will sustain us as we go through this trying time and help us see with spiritual eyes. Arrangements are incomplete but will be at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, Poplar Avenue, with burial in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. Online condolences and floral tributes may be made by visiting www.memphisfuneralhome. net. Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens 5599 Poplar Ave. (901)725-0100

Gene Carlisle ('60) [posted May 30, 2015] From The Commercial Appeal, May 31, 2015:

Gene D. Carlisle, age 72, passed away suddenly on the morning of May 29, 2015. A native of Mississippi and adopted son of Memphis, Gene’s larger-than-life personality and charisma leave an indelible mark on the lives of those he touched with his compassion and humility. Gene’s fearless entrepreneurship and passion led to a successful business career, but his true accomplishments were his steadfast love for his faith, family and community. Gene is lovingly survived by his wife, Karen, daughter, Courtney Bolton (John) of Los Angeles, sons, Chance Carlisle (Jessica) and Chase Carlisle (Elizabeth), both of Memphis, his four grandchildren, Carlisle and Savannah Rye Bolton, Charlotte Carlisle, Miles Carlisle and his future granddaughter, Tully Carlisle. Gene is preceded in death by his mother Nezzie Marie Rye Carlisle and his grandparents, Lilly and Roy Rye. Visitation will be held at Independent Presbyterian Church Monday, June 1st, 2015 at 10 a.m. with services following at 11:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Palmer Home for Children and the Le Bonheur Club. Published in The Commercial Appeal on May 31, 2015

Jean Carmichael ('60) [posted March 25, 2007] From The Commercial Appeal, March 25, 2007:

Lookout Mountain [TN] - JEAN CARMICHAEL WILSON, 64 died Friday afternoon, March 23, 2007, at her home on Lookout Mountain. She was born in Evanston, Illinois and was preceded in death by her parents, Christine Harwood and James Hedges Carmichael, and a brother, James Hedges Carmichael, Jr. She lived with her family in Jackson, Michigan, Mobile, AL, and Memphis. She attended "Miss Hutchison's School" and graduated from East High School in Memphis. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Alabama where she was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority and served as president of the Panhellenic Sorority Council. She received the Algeron Sidney Sullivan Award as the most outstanding senior girl. In 1967 Jean married William Bethel Wilson, Jr of Athens, TN. They moved to Columbia, South Carolina where they lived before moving to Lookout Mountain in 1978. She was an advisor for the Chi Omega Sorority at the University of South Carolina. She was president of the Jaycettes in Columbia, member of the Junior League of Memphis, Columbia and Chattanooga. She was a member of the Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church and the Epworth Assembly in Ludington, Michigan. Survivors are her husband, William Bethel Wilson, Jr. of Lookout Mountain; a daughter and son-in-law, Caroline Wilson Boswell and Ross Boswell of Memphis; a son, James Harwood Wilson of Ft. Wright, Kentucky; granddaughter, Cecilia Carmichael Boswell of Memphis; sister and brother-in-law, Cynthia C. Putnam and John Putnam of Midland Michigan; niece, Christine Putnam of New York City; nephew, John Putnam, Jr. of Boulder Colorado; mother-in-law, Carolyn S. Wilson of Athens; sister-in-law and spouse, Nancy W. Norris and Boyce Norris of Atlanta. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday at the Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church with Rev. Frank Hitchings officiating. Interment will be 3 p.m. (CST) Monday in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Scottsboro, Alabama. The family will receive friends Monday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the church prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials to Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church, Bragg Avenue, Lookout Mountain, TN 37350, or Epworth Church Association, 1161 North Lakeshore Drive, Ludington, Michigan 49431. If you are unable to attend this service or visitation you can sign the guest register at www.jerrysmithfuneralhome.com. Jerry Smith Funeral Home of Athens, TN is serving the family of Jean Harwood Carmichael Wilson. Jerry Smith Funeral Home 423-745-3013

Brenda Carpenter ('64) [posted January 1, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 1, 2016:

Memphis native Brenda Estelle Carpenter O'Steen was born June 17, 1944 to B.W. and Hattie Lee Carpenter…the second of five children. She was a graduate of East High School, then began a long and dedicated career in customer service. She enjoyed painting, photography, and genealogy research. Her culinary talents were unsurpassed, and no occasion went by without one of her beautifully decorated cakes. Brenda Estelle passed away from complications of cancer on December 26, 2015. She is survived by her daughters, Aynastacia Meyer and Amy Leigh Watson…sister and brother-in-law, Herb and Libby [Carpenter ('66)] Fields…brother, Brinson Carpenter [associated with the Class of '65]…grandchildren, Parker Bengel, Zachary Meyer, Elliot Watson…great-grandchildren, Noah Bengel, Hunter Bengel, Kasen Meyer…nephew, Mac Fields…and her beloved cat, Gracie. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family asks for donations in her honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Online condolences may be made at familyfuneralmemphis.com

Diana Carr (associated with the Class of '56) [posted June 7, 2015] From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, June 7, 2015:

Diana Carr Bailey, 76, died from ovarian cancer on Friday, June 6, 2015, at her home, in peace, with her family at her side. Diana had a huge heart and was known for thinking of others and making them feel welcome and loved. She was also known for her involvement at St. John’s Episcopal Church, her philanthropy, her interest in the arts and botany, and always being fashionable. Diana was born in Memphis, TN, on January 12, 1939, the daughter of Mrs. Louise Neill Carr and Dr. Duane Mills Carr. She had two sisters, Elizabeth and Lauren Carr [associated with the Class of '60]. She attended East High School and graduated from the Hutchison School. She studied Psychology and Sociology at Stephens College, where she received an Associate of Arts degree. Diana married Hal Pittman Bailey, Jr. on June 13, 1959, at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Memphis. They had two children, Lauren Bailey Keel and Hal Pittman Bailey, III. She was especially devoted to her family, for which she always showed patience and affection. Diana was also devoted to St. John’s Episcopal Church. She served on the Vestry, along with other roles, such as Junior Warden, Chairwoman of the Altar Guild, member of CIC committee, architectural committee of the Parish Life Center, and the pastoral care committee. Her big heart was reflected in her personal relationships and her philanthropy. She was always one of the first to welcome a new neighbor, new member of the church or help others through a hard time. She also served on the board of several groups focused on helping others, including the Trezevant Manor Board and the Trezevant Foundation Board, along with the boards of Les Passes and the Woman’s Exchange. She was also a member of the Junior League and the Memphis Country Club. Diana loved the arts and botany. She explored these through many organizations, including serving on the boards of Ikebana International, the Brooks Museum Decorative Arts Trust, Chickasaw Gardens Garden Club, and the Tuesday Study Club. She was also a member of the Brooks Museum of Art, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, Memphis Botanic Garden, the Symphony League, and the Memphis Garden Club. Diana is survived by her children Lauren and Dan T. Keel, III, and Schuyler and Hal P. Bailey, III; four much-adored grandsons, Bailey Keel, Henry Keel, Tal Keel, and Pitt Bailey; her sister, Elizabeth Carr Sprague; and her dog Dixie. She was predeceased by her husband, Hal P. Bailey, Jr., and her sister, Lauren Carr. Diana also leaves many beloved friends, all of whom she cared for deeply and to whom she is thankful for their love and support over the years. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 8 in the Parish Hall at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9, at St. John’s Episcopal Church, followed by a graveside service. . In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be sent to St. John’s Episcopal Church or the Church Health Center, in her name.

Bob Carrier ('70) [posted October 19, 2008] From The Commercial Appeal, March 31, 1998:

FILM LIGHTING TECHNICIAN CARRIER DIES AT 45
     Lighting technician Robert Davis Carrier, who worked on hit films including The Rainmaker and The Firm, died of heart failure Friday in Los Feliz, a community near Los Angeles. He was 45.
     Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge.
     Mr. Carrier began his career as a photographer in Memphis, shooting film covers for STAX Records and documenting concerts in the Mid-South. His parents, William and Florence Carrier, founded API Photographers.
     His career in movies began in 1977 when he moved to New York and later included special events lighting at Graceland and other local attractions as well as lighting for movies.
     Carrier was a rigging gaffer in the movie industry and lighting designer for numerous restaurants and clubs throughout the country.
     In recent years he shuttled between Memphis and L.A. to complete lighting jobs.
     Other movies he worked on included The Flood, Leave It to Beaver, The People vs. Larry Flynt, A Time to Kill, Operation Dumbo Drop, The Last Dance, A Family Thing and Cobb.
     His wife, Karen Blockman Carrier, is owner of the restaurants Automatic Slim's and Cielo, and the caterer Another Roadside Attraction.
     Mr. Carrier also leaves two sons, Travis Davis Carrier and Austin Erin Carrier; his mother; and a brother, Bill Carrier III ['68], all of Memphis.
     The family requests that any memorials be sent to Solomon Schecter Day School or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Bill Carrier ('73) [posted December 15, 2022] From The Daily Memphian, December 12, 2022:

     William Henry Carrier was a lifelong Memphian born June 25th, 1955, to his dear parents William "Bill" Carrier and Mary King Carrier. Henry died peacefully at home on Thursday, December 8th and joins his parents in heaven.
      Henry was a greatly loved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Faith, family, friends, and service to others meant everything to him. Henry attended Presbyterian Day School, Memphis University School, and East High School. Henry's athletic prowess was exhibited from an early age. He played competitive and high school baseball as a catcher, basketball, and football as a quarterback. Henry graduated from Christian Brothers University where he attended on a baseball scholarship.
      Coaching and watching his children excel in sports and life, playing softball for Trash and Alex's Tavern, golfing, competing in MIM Barbeque and Italian Fest, and the Memphis Tigers all brought Henry great joy.
      Henry will be remembered for his huge heart and his devotion to his wife, children, grandchildren, family, faith, and friends. Also, for his great wit, competitive spirit, zest for life, and his fun loving, larger than life personality.
      Henry leaves behind his adoring wife of 41 years, Mary "Mac" Garbuzinski Carrier, his son William Henry "Hank" Carrier Jr. and his wife Meggie, his daughter Ann King "Annie" Carrier Mackey and her husband Ethan, his son Charles Christopher "Chris" Carrier and his fiancée Brooke Veneklase, his beloved grandchildren Mollie Ann Carrier and William Ford Carrier. Brothers John Carrier (Deborah), Michael Carrier (Evie), sisters Carla Carrier Murdock (Ken), Michelle Carrier Stallard (Tim). Father-in-law Joseph Garbuzinski. Inlaws JoAnn Maurizi, Angie and John Garbuzinski, Barbara Smith and Jimmy Garbuzinski, Susan and Danny Johnson, and many cherished nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces, and countless friends.
      Visitation: Monday, December 12th from 5-7pm at St. Louis Church Clunan Center. Funeral Mass: Tuesday, December 13th at 10:00am at St Louis Church. Burial following at Memorial Park Cemetery.
      Our family requests memorials be sent to Christian Brothers University.

Louis Carruthers ('73) [posted March 11, 2010] From The Commercial Appeal, March 11, 2010:

Louis Leavell Carruthers, II, 54 of Laguna Beach, CA. passed away Monday, March 1, 2010. He leaves his parents, Wilson and Iolis Carruthers, brothers Wilson, Jr. [Carruthers ('70)] (Allison) of Memphis, Chuck [Carruthers ('78)] (Laura) of Wentzville, MO and sisters Susan [Carruthers ('77)], and Carol [Carruthers ('78)] Antley (Randy) both of Memphis. Louis graduated from East High School and attended UT. He was active at St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, and served as president of the Diocesan Episcopal Young People in his senior year of high school. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 13, 2010, at St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, 692 Poplar, preceded by visitation at 10 a.m. in the Cathedral Parish Hall. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, or an organization of the donor's choice.

Kay Castellaw ('63) [posted June 10, 2019] From The Commercial Appeal, June 9, 2010:

Memphis - Kay Castellaw McFarland, 74, devoted wife and loving mother, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2019 at Baptist Hospital from complications of pancreatic cancer.       She leaves behind a daughter, Kelly Michelle McFarland from Memphis, son, Arthur Karl McFarland III from Springfield, MO, his wife Rose and their three children, Kirsten, Andrew and Brianna, who were her pride and joy. She also leaves behind her sister Jo Ann [Castellaw ('53)] Johnson and two nieces Laurie Griffen and Cindy Capps.       She joins in death her beloved husband, Art McFarland, Jr. and parents Myram and Blondell Castellaw.       A memorial service in her honor will be held on Saturday, April 15 [correct date is June 15] beginning at 2:00 p.m. with family and friends gather an hour prior all at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either the American Cancer Society or National Kidney Foundation. Online condolences may be offered through www.memphisfuneralhome.net.

Steve Castlemun [posted July 18, 2011] From The Commercial Appeal, July l1, 2011:

Stephen E. Castlemun, Jr., 62, of Memphis, passed away July 14, 2011 at Baptist Memorial Hospital. He worked as an architectural draftsman for over 40 years. He enjoyed all things about astronomy, and was a faithful fan of the University of Memphis Tigers basketball, following their games and players all of his life. He also loved all animals, donating to many animal protection organizations. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jo Castlemun. Survivors include his father, Stephen E. Castlemun, Sr., a sister, Pamela E. Castlemun of White Pine, TN; and many friends and loved ones, who will miss him greatly. It was his wish that no memorial be held. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the World Wildlife Fund. Online condolences may be offered at memphisfuneralhome.net Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens

Eugene S. Carter, Jr. ('53) [posted July 28, 2001]
Eugene S. (Gene) Carter, Jr., 65, retired banker, died Saturday, July 7, 2001, in Miami, Florida. Van Orsdel Funderal Home of Kendall, Florida, had charge of the private service. He leaves his wife Judith Price Carter, daughter Carolyn Kahkl, brother Richard Carter, and three grandchildren.

Franchester Carter ('00) From The Commercial Appeal, March 2, 2010, and, as revised in the newspaper March 4, 2010:

FRANCHESTER CARTER VESTER, 28, a 2000 graduate of East High School and an Ashland University student, passed Friday, February 26, 2010 at Methodist Hospital South. She is survived by her husband, Michael Vester, mother, Frendalious Campbell Carter; two sisters, Ashley and Ervin Carter and grandfather, Chester Campbell Sr. Body will lie in state Thursday, from 5-7 p.m. at M. J. Edwards Airways. Funeral Services will convene Friday at 12 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 3045 Chelsea.

Prior to her death, Franchester Carter was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1993 page.

Jim Chambers ('51) From The Commercial Appeal, January 14, 2004:

JIM CHAMBERS, 70, of Memphis, homebuilder and owner of Chambers Construction Co., died Monday at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Germantown Methodist Church, where he was a member, with burial in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. He was a member of the Memphis Area Home Builders Association and the Tennessee Home Builders Association. Mr. Chambers, the husband of Ann Davis Chambers for 49 years, also leaves a daughter, San Chambers of Memphis; two sons, Chuck Chambers of Memphis and Tom Chambers of Little Rock, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family requests that any memorials be sent to a charity of the donor's choice.

An obituary has been subsequently posted for Ann Davis ('51), wife of Jim Chambers.

Molly Chambers (associated with the Class of '63) From The Commercial Appeal, December 7, 2007:

Virginia, Virginia Beach - MOLLY CHAMBERS NELSON, died on December 5, 2007 at Virginia Beach General Hospital after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family at the time of her death and passed peacefully. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee on January 9, 1945 and was predeceasedby her parents, L. Glynn Chambers and Jean Carpenter Chambers. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Dr. Carl Nelson; her daughters, Silver Nelson, Martha Newell, and Molly Ellen Nelson; son-in-law John Newell; and her grandchildren, Warnie and Brooks Conley, and Ophelia Ann Newell. Molly was a 1963 graduate of Central High School and attended Memphis State University where she was a member of Delta Gamma sorority. Although she moved to Virginia Beach, Virginia in 1979, she always considered Memphis her home. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an avid gardener and volunteered for the Children's Hospital in Norfolk, VA. A service will be held Saturday, December 8 [2007] in Virginia Beach, VA. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, 601 Children's Ln., Norfolk, VA 23507. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hdoliver.com H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts. 757-622-7353

Mark Chaney ('76) From The Commercial Appeal, December 7, 2013:

Mark Harold Chaney, 55, died Saturday, November 30, 2013, at his home in Charlotte, NC. He was born in Tupelo, MS on November 23, 1958, to the late Jimmy Harold and Sylvia Roberts Chaney. The family moved to Memphis, TN in 1961. Mark was a graduate of East High School, attended Christian Brothers College and Memphis State University. His career included working in the family business, Chaney Engineering, Inc. in Memphis. He settled in Charlotte, NC where he continued his lifework of environmental services. From 1999 to the present, he has served as president of Allied Contract Group. He is survived by a sister, Karen Lynn Chaney of Charlotte; a brother, Clayton Thomas Chaney and wife, Teresa, of Cordova, TN; a nephew, Andrew Michael Chaney and wife, Shannon, of Cordova, TN; a niece, Elizabeth Anderson Chaney of Auburn, AL. The family will receive friends on Sunday December 8 at 1 p.m. followed by a 2 p.m. funeral service at Memorial Park Funeral Home 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38119. Burial will follow the service. Online condolences may be left at www.McEwenPinevilleChapel.com, McEwen Funeral Service, (704)544-141

LaVera Sherie Chatman ('03) [posted January 5, 2006] From The Commercial Appeal, January 5, 2006:

LaVERA SHERIE CHATMAN, 22, of Memphis, student at New Wave Hair Academy, died Monday, December 26, 2005 in Birmingham, AL. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 7, 2006 at Martin Temple CME Church, 65 S. Parkway West, where she was a member, with burial in Memorial Park Southwoods. She was a 2003 graduate of East High School. She leaves two sons, Javonte D. Woods and Jamarious M. Chatman; her mother and stepfather, Helen and Harold Odom; her father, Terrance A. Jones; two sisters, Tamika C. Chatman and Shaharra S. Odom; two brothers, Ivory L. Jones and Taryum J. Odom, and her grandparents, Vera Archie Williams, Vera Brooks and Aubrey Crutcher. M.J. Edwards Funeral Home Airways Chapel 901-327-9360

Carlye Cherry ('57) [posted September 21, 2019] From The Commercial Appeal, June 23, 2019:

    Memphis - Carlye Enga Sippel Craven, 81, passed away peacefully and entered into enteral rest on June 17, 2019, at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House, Collierville, Tennessee.
nbsp;    She was born on April 1, 1938 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Carl Sippel and Edith Sippel Cherry. She graduated from East High School and UT Dental School as a Dental Hygienist. She worked for several dentists over her 50 year career and retired in 2008.
nbsp;    Carlye was married to Timothy J. Craven on September 5, 1959. They shared 59 years of marriage together. She is survived also by her daughter, Janice Marie Craven, son, Timothy (Vicki) Craven, granddaughter, Danielle Craven, all of Memphis and a brother, Louis Cherry (associated with the Class of '67), of Pensacola, Florida.
nbsp;    She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Jenny [Cherry (associated with the Class of '68) Doonan.
nbsp;    The memorial service will be held on June 29th, at Christ the King Lutheran Church, at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at 10:30 a.m.
nbsp;    Memorial donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Alzheimer's Day Services of Memphis, 4585 Raleigh LaGrange Road, Memphis, TN 38128.

Virginia Chess Varnadoe (East High Faculty) [posted January 17, 2001, updated February 7, 2001]
We are saddened to have to report the death of Virginia Chess Varnadoe, who taught at East in the 1950's under her maiden name, Miss Virginia Chess.
The following obituary is from The Commercial Appeal January 17, 2001:

VIRGINIA CHESS VARNADOE, 70, of Memphis, former teacher and coach at White Station, Messick and East high schools, died of heart failure and cancer Tuesday at Saint Francis Hospital. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel with burial in Memorial Park. She was a Sunday school teacher at Audubon Park Baptist Church and a graduate of the University of Memphis. Mrs. Varnadoe, the widow of Larry Varnadoe, leaves two cousins who cared for her, Dorothy Fitzpatrick of Olive Branch and Emily Bacigalupo of Cordova. The family requests that memorials be sent to Audubon Park Baptist Church.

Jack Childers ('67) [posted October 4, 2016]
published in The Commercial Appeal, October 5, 2016:

Jack Alford Childers, Jr., Memphis, TN
Prominent Memphis attorney Jack Alford Childers, Jr., died at his home on October 3, 2016. Mr. Childers was active in the practice of law for more than 40 years. He was a graduate of East Elementary, Junior High, and Senior High Schools. He graduated with Distinction from Rhodes College (then Southwestern at Memphis) with a B.A. in English Literature in 1974 and earned a J.D. degree from the Vanderbilt University School of Law. Mr. Childers had a deep love for God and served his church in many leadership capacities. An avid sports fan, he was a starting pitcher for East High and the Southwestern varsity baseball team. He coached youth sports teams in both church and civic leagues. Mr. Childers had a deep love of art, art history, literature, music, and sports memorabilia. These interests came together in the creation of The Yellow House on Union, which he owned jointly with his wife. Mr. Childers leaves his wife, Emma; sons, Christopher and Patrick; mother, Bessie Thurmond Childers; and a number of cousins. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 7, at Hope Presbyterian Church. Mr. Childers' body has been donated to the Genesis Legacy of Life program. Gifts in his honor may be made to Rhodes College or Hope Presbyterian Church. Published in The Commercial Appeal on Oct. 5, 2016

Doug Chism ('62) [posted October 20, 2023]
From Cremation Society of Georgia, Atlanta, Georgia, undated

     Mr. Everett Douglas Chism (Doug), 79, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away suddenly on September 26, 2023. Mr. Chism was born in Memphis, TN on June 20, 1944, to James Garvin Chism and Bertha Shields Chism.
     Doug attended the University of Georgia where he received his degree in Landscape Architecture in 1968. He earned a Master of Landscape Architecture degree from Harvard in 1970. Upon graduation, Doug settled in Atlanta. He also spent a number of years in Destin, Florida, before retiring to San Miguel de Allende. Doug returned to Atlanta in early 2020.
     Doug never met a stranger and had a real zest for life, making all those around him smile.
     A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Any tributes in Doug’s honor should be made to the Atlanta Community Food Bank or a charity of your choice.

Marland Chism ('90) [posted March 29, 2017]
From The Commercial Appeal, March 21, 2017:

     Marland Chism, 45 passed away March 20, 2017. He leaves a loving mother, Jacqueline Taylor; brother, Roderick Chism; two sisters, Vonnie Peeler and Crystal Chism; a loving grandmother, Mrs. Dorothy Joyner (Rev. Joyner); niece, Gabrielle Chism and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. Marland was a graduate of East High School class of 1990.
     Visitation, will be Friday from 5-7 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Home and Graveside Services Saturday, 11 a.m. Calvary Cemetery, 1663 Elvis Presley Blvd.

Ken Chumney ('56) [posted June 25, 2015, updated June 26, 2015]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 25, 2015:

Kenneth Ray Chumney, 77, of Bartlett, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at his home. He retired from the federal government and served in the United States Air Force. Mr. Chumney was preceded in death by his dear wife, Kerry Chumney, a daughter, Kathy Leigh Chumney and a granddaughter, Emily Rose Simonton. He is survived by his children, Ray Chumney, Kelly (Dave) Wallace, Kimberly (Lee) Simonton and Kevin (Rachel) Chumney; and 11 grand-children. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 27 followed by the funeral services at 2 p.m. at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N. Germantown Rd. Interment will be in Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.memphisfuneralhome.net

Editor's note: Among his survivors is his brother Jim Chumney ('53).

Ronnie Churchill ('57) [posted December 17, 2012]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 17, 2012:

Ronald Eugene Churchill, 73, of Memphis, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2012 due to complications from a progressive illness. He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Lella Ellis Churchill, son David (wife Kelly, son Matthew, daughter Lauren) and son Brian (wife Andreah, son Gavin). He also leaves behind one brother, William Kennon Churchill of Memphis. Visitation will be at Memphis Funeral Home-Poplar Avenue on Monday, December 17 at 1 p.m. followed by graveside services at Memorial Park Cemetery at 2 p.m. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the Alzheimer's Association . Online condolences may be expressed at www.memphisfuneralhome.net. Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens 5599 Poplar Ave. (901)725-0100

Catherine Clark ('56) [posted May 28, 2018]
From The Denver Post, May 27, 2018:

It is with great sadness that the family of Catherine Bourdon Clark Decker announces her passing on May 16, 2018, at the age of 79, after a valiant fight against leukemia, flu, and pneumonia. Catherine was born October 11, 1938, in Memphis, TN. She graduated from East High School in Memphis, where she was President of the Math Club, received numerous academic awards, and was voted "Wittiest." She graduated from Duke University in 1960 with a BA in Psychology and did postgraduate work in Mathematics and Education. Early in her career, she taught high school and middle school math. Later, she earned her CPA and practiced accounting until she retired. Catherine was a wonderful friend and was involved in many social causes and activities, including the Denver League of Women Voters, AARP's Tax-Aide program, the Ski Meisters, and various book, writing, and bridge clubs. She loved to explore and learn about different cultures and was fortunate to have traveled all over the world. Additionally, she was passionate about sports and avidly followed the Denver Broncos, Denver Nuggets, Colorado Rockies, and Duke University basketball. She is survived by her three children: Susan Decker; David Decker, and his wife, Pam; Karen Decker Thomas, and her husband, Andrew; and six grandchildren: Caelyn, Jack, and Ella Dovey; Charlie Decker; Stephan and Elizabeth Thomas. She is also survived by sisters, Roberta Carlson, Susan [Clark ('64)] Goodman, and Ellen [Clark ('53)] Dixon, and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her father and mother, R.P. and Dorothy Clark [Faculty c1960-1967]. A Memorial Service will be held on June 30, 2018, at 1:00 pm at Wellshire Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, Catherine would appreciate donations to The R.P. & Dorothy Clark Scholarship Fund at the University of Memphis, the Denver League of Women Voters, or the Denver Botanic Gardens.

Demarius A. Clark (class year undetermined) [posted January 27, 2010]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 27, 2010:

DEMARIUS A. CLARK, 23, of Memphis, 2007 graduate of East High School, died January 25, 2010. Visitation, 5-7 p.m. Friday, January 29 at N.H. Owens & Son Funeral Home. Services, 12 noon, Saturday, January 30 at Deliverance Temple Restoration Ministries, 1377 N. Bellevue, with burial to follow in New Park Cemetery. He leaves his parents, Yolanda Swindle (mother), Gregory Swindle (step-father), and Derrick Henderson (father); sister, Daranicka Henderson; three brothers, Tommy Churchman, DeAndre Clark and Darius Henderson; grandparents, Shirley Henderson, Jessie Clark, Betty Clark; step-grandparents, Ivory and Lillie Swindle; great-grandparents, Maggie Wray, Ella Riley, Frank Wray and Saul Clark.

Dorothy Clark (Faculty) [posted May 29, 2018, updated June 28, 2018]
From: The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, October 19, 1996:

     DOROTHY CLARK TRAVELED A PATH OF FREEDOM
      In 1930, Dorothy Wilson Clark and two friends set out to see the country. At 25, with a thirst for adventure and a loan from a bank, she, Bess Cox and Chris Duke sought America.
      That road trip defined the independence Mrs. Clark passed on to her four daughters.
      "We got our independent streak from her," said Roberta Carlson, of San Antonio, Mrs. Clark's third daughter. "We were never told we couldn't do something."
      Mrs. Clark, a retired math teacher, formerly of LaGrange, Tenn., and Collierville, died of congestive heart failure Thursday at Saint Francis Hospital. She was 91.
      A biography written by her daughters traces Mrs. Clark's life. From the road trip in a Model A Ford to canning food and sewing her own clothes, Mrs. Clark "was a worldly woman," as her granddaughter Elaine Ruempolhamer said.
      After graduating from Collierville High School and receiving a teaching certificate from West Tennessee Normal College (now the University of Memphis), she attended Peabody College in Nashville to earn her teaching degree, with a loan from Collierville Bank.
      After graduating from Peabody College, Mrs. Clark decided to take a trip, but needed money to do it. She returned to Collierville Bank, and although it was the Depression, the bank gave her the loan because she had been punctual with her past payments.
      Mrs. Clark and her two friends traveled to New Orleans, the Grand Canyon, Yosemite National Park, Chicago and several small towns in between.
      Mrs. Clark began her long career as a math teacher at Bartlett High School, and later, at Millington High School. She also taught part-time at the University of Memphis, and taught several years at Miss Hutchison's School for Girls and East High School.
      Mrs. Clark was an avid traveler. "Her favorite place was Hawaii and the South Pacific," said Catherine [Clark ('56)] Decker, Mrs. Clark's second daughter. "She loved to travel."
      Services for Mrs. Clark will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, where she was active for more than 60 years and was a member of the Fellowship Class, with burial in Memorial Park. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge.
      In addition to Decker and Carlson, she leaves two more daughters, Susan [Clark ('64)] C. Goodman and Ellen L. [Clark ('53)] Dixon, both of Memphis; a brother, John B. Wilson of Decatur, Ala., nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The family requests that any memorials be sent to R. P. and Dorothy Clark Memorial Scholarship Fund at the University of Memphis.

Ellen Clark ('53) [posted June 13, 2021] - From The Commercial Appeal, June 12, 2021:

     Memphis - On the morning of May 27, 2021, Ellen Dixon of Memphis died at the age of 85. She is preceded in death by her parents, R.P. and Dorothy Clark [Faculty] and her sister Catherine [Clark ('56)] Decker. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Richard, and daughters Laura Bolding and Elaine Dixon and her two sisters, [including alumnus Susan [Clark ('64)] four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and seven nieces and nephews.
      Ellen was an avid supporter of the arts. She was the perfect hostess to the many parties she and Richard gave, creating the food and atmosphere. She was an excellent cook, artist, seamstress and gardener. She was at the center of the fashion industry, modeling for department stores and teaching charm school. She excelled at everything she did. She was a Girl Scout leader and involved with her daughter's sororities. When hearing of her passing people sent condolences that were unanimous - "Beautifull" and "Gracious".
      There will be no memorial or service because of the times. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Memphis Chamber Music Society or the charity of choice.

Lala Clark ('73) [posted March 26, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 26, 2015:

Margaret Ellen Clark Henry went to be with her Lord on Sunday, March 22, 2015. The youngest daughter of Dr. James Andrew Clark and Margaret Ellen Clark, Margaret grew up in Memphis, TN attending East High and the University of Memphis. She graduated with honors from Memphis State in 1977, and soon received a Master’s degree and numerous graduate hours at the University of phis. She also attended tian Brothers University’s Leadership Program. Margaret’s passion for education was evident as she was a teacher in both Shelby County and Memphis City Schools. She taught at Farmington Elementary and Grahamwood Elementary. She also worked with a one-one-one tutoring program for seven years at MCS to get struggling students the help they needed to improve their reading and math skills. She taught with love and laughter, and encouraged children to succeed wherever she went. Family and friends came to know her as “LaiLai” for the nickname “Little Lady” that her father called her. She loved to read, work around the house and in her yard, and spend time with family and friends. She was a compassionate caregiver for her aunt for 15 years. She was a member of Second Presbyterian Church, Walking By Faith and Sojourners classes, a nursery worker for many years, and core leader in the Vacation Bible School program. Her faith kept her comforted through the loss of her parents at an early age. Margaret’s love for her country was demonstrated in her duties as past regent of Hermitage Chapter NSDAR, state Magazine chairman TSDAR, Past Chairman of the TSDAR Regent’s Club, Past Chairman of the Memphis and Shelby County Regents’ Council, and State Librarian. She was also an active member of General Forrest Chapter of United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Tulip Grove Chapter of Daughters of 1812, and the Red Acres Garden Club. Margaret joined the Hermitage Chapter of DAR, December 2, 2000, as a descendant of John Bankston of Virginia through her mother, Margaret Ellen Smith Clark, a member of DAR in Louisiana from 1949 until her death in 1971. Margaret served as Hermitage Chapter Regent from 2004 until 2010, as well as chairman of several committees. She was the Tennessee State Chairman of the DAR Magazine from 2010-2013. In 2013, she was elected the Tennessee State Librarian and served in that capacity until her death. Margaret was a beloved member of the Tennessee Society Daughters of the American Revolution, bringing smiles to every face with her positive, happy demeanor and exuberant personality. She was a fervent patriot, a tireless worker and an exceptional leader. Margaret leaves behind her loving husband of 37 years, A.B. Henry, her precious daughters, Virginia Clark Cox and Mary Elizabeth Henry, and son-in-law, Tommy Cox. She leaves her siblings James A. Clark, III, John Arthur Clark, and sister, Mary Charlotte Perry. LaiLai was the strongest Christian who eagerly voiced her faith, the friendliest person to all, and a loving mother and wife. Her friends were like family to her, and her love of laughter will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Margaret Clark Henry to The Tennessee Society Daughters of the American Revolution, which seeks to contribute to the benefit of young people in several ways. Two of the funds that Margaret had as a personal interest are described below. Memorial contributions may be made to these funds by sending a check payable to TSDAR with a notation of which fund it is to support to Jeanne Preston, TSDAR Treasurer, 344 Sliders Knob Avenue, Franklin, TN 37067-2643. Tamassee DAR School Fund Tamassee DAR School is a private 501 (c) (3) non-profit children’s home and family service organization offering multi-faceted programs to serve children and families with a variety of needs. Year round services are provided for up to 68 children in residence, 54 children through the children’s center, 60 children in after care services and 20 children within the middle-school academy program. Programs and services include seven child care homes that house up to 10 children, a middle school academy open to the public and residential students, individual and group counseling, enrichment and recreational activities, and an after care program for reunified families and students enrolled in college. The Tamassee School provides a home for children separated from their parents due to family illness, conflicts, financial issues or other problems. The primary goal of care for every child is to improve communication, trust and understanding within the family along with a strong education component for each child. Molly Stewart Fund - This fund was created to honor Mary Elizabeth “Molly” Stewart, who served the Tennessee Society as a page for State Conferences during her high school years before she was tragically killed in a boating accident in 2000. The purpose of the fund is to help defray expenses of attending Continental Congress for the TSDAR Outstanding Junior. TSDAR will give $500 per year to the Outstanding Junior from this fund if she attends Continental Congress. TSDAR would like to increase the amount given to the OJ to a level that will approach covering the expense of her trip to Continental Congress in the year of her award (approximately $1,200). This fund enables young women to participate in the annual meeting of the DAR in Washington, DC, and encourages their development in support of DAR. All services for Margaret Henry will be held on Friday, March 27th, 2015 at Second Presbyterian Church, 4055 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38111. The visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. in the Sanctuary’s lobby, and the Funeral Service will begin at 2 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com

Leslie Robert Clark (Class year undetermined) [posted February 3, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 28, 2016:

Rev. Leslie Robert Clark, son of the late Leslie E. Clark and Velma (Ray) Clark, left this world to join his heavenly Father on Saturday, January 23, 2016 Les was born July 19, 1935 and lived most of his youth in Earle, Arkansas. After moving to Memphis at the age of 12, He attended the "Old Training School" on the campus of UM, East High School eighth and ninth and graduated from Whitehaven High School. Les attended The University of Memphis and completed his degree in 1959. After attending New Orleans Seminary, Les was ordained by Dr. Robert G. Lee. He returned to Memphis to join his father, owner of Leader Speciality Company for the next 30 years. Les is survived by a daughter, Patricia Elizabeth and a son Lee Robert (Tracy), two granddaughters, Anna and Maggie. Les worked for Memphis Funeral Home for over 20 years while preaching in over 25 different churches in four different states. He was pastor of several of these churches. Before retiring, he pastored Bassett Presbyterian Church in Bassett, Arkansas. The family will have a private service. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the Billy Graham Association.

Linda Clements (Faculty) [posted April 7, 2023] - From Canale Funeral Directors:

      Memphian Linda Staples Clements, 79, widow of Richard Glen Clements died March 20, 2023 at Methodist Germantown Hospital.
      She attended Lambuth College and graduated from Memphis State University in 1965 with a B.A. Linda taught in the Memphis City Schools at East High and Central High before returning to Memphis State School of Law to obtain her Juris Doctorate.
      Linda was a communicant at St Mary's Cathedral and a member of the Daughters of the King.
      She was predeceased by her parents Gertrude and William Staples. She leaves behind nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews to mourn her loss.
      Graveside services will be at Elmwood Cemetery on Friday, March 31 at 11am with Reverend Gary Meade, Interim Dean at St Mary's Cathedral presiding.

Susan Clem ('57) [posted September 13, 2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 12, 2018:

     Mary "Susan" Clem Nunnery, age 78 suffered a series of strokes at the age of 75. She passed away on September 10, 2018. She was born on January 27, 1940 in Birmingham, AL to James E. and Mauvoline Goode Clem of Decatur, AL who have preceded her in death. She leaves behind her husband of 58 years, Douglas E. Nunnery age 81; children, Mary Ann Nunnery Miller (Randall J. Miller) and Gaye Marie Nunnery Gordon (Joseph Thomas T. Gordon) and one granddaughter, Hayley Anne Gordon, age 18.
      Susan graduated from East High School in Memphis and Memphis State University. She taught English at Georgian Hills Jr. High for several years. At the age of 40, she returned to University of Memphis to obtain her Masters in English. Her dream of teaching at the university level was realized when she was offered a job to stay on at the University to teach in the English Skills Lab. She later worked for Dr. L.W. Diggs in his renounding field of sickle cell research.
      The family will receive friends on Friday, September 14, from 1 p.m. -2 p.m. with a funeral service at 2 p.m. Interment will follow. All services and visitation will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery.

Catherine Clement (East High Faculty) From The Commercial Appeal, May 24, 2001:

CATHERINE G. CLEMENT. Graveside services will be held for Catharine Garver Clement, 90, at Memorial Park Cemetery on Poplar Avenue on Saturday the 26th of May at 4:00 PM. Mrs. Clement was the daughter of Neal Bryant Garver, the Arkansas engineer of the old Memphis-Arkansas Bridge. Her brother, Mark Garver, was the Arkansas consultant for the new Memphis-Arkansas Bridge. Her husband, Charles B. "Foots" Clement, was a prominent Memphis businessman and 1930's Alabama football great.
She was a graduate of Iowa State University and received her graduate training in dietetics at Boston Children's Hospital. She taught at East High School and was active is church and social circles in Memphis. Her last years were spent in the Presbyterian Village at Clinton, SC. She is survived by her children, Laura Clement Cousar of Greenville, SC, Charles B. Clement, Jr. of Chicago and Dr. Neal G. Clement of Florence AL, as well as five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The family requests no flowers or memorials.

Charlie Clement ('58)[posted September 18, 2002]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 18, 2002:

Charles Baxter Clement, Jr., 62, former member of the Board of Directors of the Chicago Board of Trade and previously responsible for the development of Holiday Inns International Hotel Division, died after a short illness at St. Luke's Hospital in Milwaukee on Saturday, September 14 [2002]. He had spent the summer at his Lake Geneva home.
"Charlie" was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, and his parents moved to Memphis when he was thirteen. While in high school, he served a term as a page in the United States Congress, was president of the student body, and graduated with High Honors. He received a scholarship from Princeton University and graduated with Honors in 1962. He then entered the University of Virginia School of Law in Charlottesville, graduating in 1965. That summer, based on his academic and leadership accomplishments, the Rotary Club of Memphis awarded him a full scholarship at the University of Heidelberg in Germany, from which he graduated with the degree of Masters of Law. He became proficient in German and French during that period.
He returned to Memphis and practiced briefly with the firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, and Caldwell. Kemmons Wilson, Sr., founder of Holiday Inns, sought him out to lead their international expansion from their base in Brussels. Charlie also worked closely with Occidental Petroleum Company and Dr. Armand Hammer, bringing Holiday Inns into countries where Occidental was expanding. This meant long stays in London.
In 1971 he returned to Memphis and founded, with Mr. Wilson's son, Spence, The New South Venture Capitol Company. One of their first investments was the start-up "Federal Express." Subsequently, with a friend, Ron Young, he started a firm to bring architectural items, building components, hardware, and tile from Europe, which was ultimately sold. Mr. Young was connected with the Chicago Board of Trade and encouraged Charlie to become a member.
He started in 1975 in the newly created Ginnie Mae trading pit. By the late 1970's, Charlie was the largest Treasury Bond broker at the Chicago Board of Trade. In the mid 1980's Charlie was Director of the Chicago Board of Trade and in charge of Agricultural Options. In that position, he was prominent in creating the now highly successful Agricultural Options contracts.
During the late 1980's, Charlie indulged in another one of his passions-writing and literature. Two of his novels were published by Warner Books, The Fairy Godmother and Limit Bid! Limit Bid!
Retiring in the early '90's because of back trouble, he continued writing, working on venture investments, reading, traveling, and light gardening at his summer home. Charlie will always be remembered by many for his personal generosity, both material and through the advice, counsel, and affection he gave to others, particularly the younger generations.
Charlie is survived by his sister, Laura Clement Cousar ('55), her husband George, and their children, of Greenville, South Carolina, and his brother, Neal Garver Clement (associated with the class of '62), his wife Patte, and their children of Florence, Alabama.
Funeral services will be held at the Linn Presbyterian Church in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on Thursday, September 19, [2002] at 5pm, with a later gathering of friends near Charlie's home at Black Point also in Lake Geneva. For information call Steinke Funeral Home at 262-248-2320.

Judy Clifton ('68) [posted May 16, 2018]
From the Knoxville News Sentinel , September 6, 2016:

Judy Clifton Nolen, 66, of Knoxville, TN, a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister and aunt, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on September 2, 2017. Judy was born October 20, 1950 in Memphis, TN. She graduated from East High School, Memphis, TN in 1968 and from the University of Tennessee in 1972. Judy was devoted to her one true love and soul mate, Ken, whom she married in 1975 and to her two sons, Michael and Robert. Judy was an amazing example of how to face pain and adversity with grace and faith. She valiantly fought cancer on three separate occasions with unyielding faith, willpower and a sarcastic sense of humor. Even through all her trials, Judy was always there to support and encourage family and friends during difficult times. Philippians 4:6-7 was her favorite verse to share. Those close to her knew her as "The Boss". She was always the first one to take charge in any given situation and wasn't afraid to speak her mind loudly. Judy's love and presence filled a large place in the hearts of many and words can't describe how badly she will be missed. She was preceded in death by her Parents; Ruth and Buford Clyde Clifton, Jr., and her Parents-in-law; Ed and Faye Nolen, Sister-in-law; Pam Nolen, nephew Matthew Cooper. She is survived by her husband Ken Nolen, sons; Michael and Robert Nolen, Brother; Duane (Susan) Clifton ['76], Brothers/Sisters-in-law; Linda (Gregg) Rieth, Karen (late Dennis) Cooper, and Richard (Lindsay) Nolen. Nieces and Nephews; Danielle Eisenman, Ellis White, Duane B. Clifton, James Rieth, Natalie (John) Bruhin, Steve Rieth, Jennifer (Brien) Stewart, Emily Nolen and Kaylie Nolen. She is also survived by several great nieces and nephews. A special thanks to sister in law and nurse extraordinaire Susan Clifton for her love and dedication to Judy's care. The family and friends will meet at 12:45 pm Wednesday Sept 6, 2017, at Greenwood Cemetery for a 1:00 pm graveside service with Dr. David Crutchley officiating. Online obituary may be viewed and condolences made at www.rosemortuary.com.

Barbara Clinton ('63) [posted December 26, 2018]
From the The Commercial Appeal, , December 9, 2018:

     Barbara Clinton Baxter, 73, passed away November 28, 2018 at her home with her children.
      A native of Sumter, SC, Barbara was born to the late Richard Emmett Clinton and Barbara Broughton Clinton on June 5, 1945. She spent the majority of her life in Memphis attending East High School. She then attended Duke University, eventually obtaining her EhD from Memphis State University. Most of her professional career was dedicated to Mid-South Community College directing the curriculum and becoming its Executive Vice President until she retired in 2015. At her exit from the college, the Learning Success Center was named in her honor.
      Barbara is survived by her two children, William Newton Baxter III of Memphis, TN and Cecile Baxter George (Clayton) of Collierville, TN; her two grandchildren, Henry Rankin George and Mary Broughton George of Collierville, TN.
      In lieu of flowers, it was Dr. Baxter's wish that any expressions of love or memorials be directed to the Barbara Baxter Working Student Scholarship at ASU Mid-South, a scholarship she established to assist students who must work to attend school. Contact information: ASU Mid-South Foundation, 2000 West Broadway, West Memphis, AR 72301.

Sgt. Joseph Coates (ROTC Faculty) [posted January 25, 2022] - an obituary was posted in The Dothan Eagle, May 19, 2012:

     Joseph McClay Coates, Sr., a resident of Dothan, passed away Wednesday night, May 16, 2012 at his home. He was 79.
      Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 21, 2012 at Byrd Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Phil Collins, Dr. Johnny Fain, Rev. Jerry Caryl-Gordon officiating. Burial will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Epworth Methodist Church Cemetery in Eufaula, AL with Byrd Funeral Home on West Main Street directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Sunday night. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Katie Rotton, 3054 McGehee Rd., Montgomery, AL 36111 or Tabernacle United Methodist Church Building Fund, 4205 S. Brannon Stand Rd., Taylor, AL 36305. Joe was born February 23, 1933 in Philadelphia, PA and lived his early life there. He entered the U.S. Naval Reserve prior to entering the U.S. Army. He served two tours in post war Korea and one tour during the Vietnam War, retiring with 26 years of service.
      After attending Sparks Technical College he was asked to teach drafting. He taught for a number of years and was then employed with American Buildings in Eufaula before retiring and moving to Dothan. He was a member and former president of Southeast Alabama Photography and Adventure Club. He was an avid photographer and lifelong outdoorsman. He was an active member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church where he provided the devotions for the Men’s Club.
      Joe was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, two sisters, and his wife, Betty Lucille Griffin Coates.
      Survivors include his son, Joseph Coates, Jr. (Jennie) of Tallapoosa, GA; his daughter, Cynthia Roth (Robert) of Dothan; his granddaughter, Meg Coates of Tallapoosa, GA; six step-grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Faye Reeves (Don) of Eufaula.

[Editor's note: Sgt. Coates taught ROTC at East High 1965-1967. The obituary at the funeral home has a wonderful series of photos of Joe Coates and is highly recommended for those who knew him (scroll way on down that page). The above obituary was from another source and may or may not be the same as appeared in The Dothan Eagle.

Ann Cobb ('71) [posted February 17, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, February 17, 2008:

ANN ATKINS COBB died at St. Francis Hospital February 15, 2008. Ann was the beloved daughter of Stanley Vinson and Anita Atkins Cobb. She was a lifelong Memphian. She attended First Baptist Church where she was loved and nurtured by wonderful Christian teachers who led her to accept Christ as her savior at an early age. Through out her life she remained a devout believer. During her battle with cancer Ann has been warmly loved by many of these teachers. Ann attended East Elementary and High School all twelve years of her education. After graduating from East High School she received her degree in Education from Memphis State University. For the last 10 years Ann has served as Activity Director at Wesley Highland Manor. During this time she grew to know each resident by name and loved celebrating their birthdays with them. Ann truly grew to love all the staff there, The Methodist Key Women, and all the wonderful volunteers. During the time of her illness all these wonderful people reached out to her with love and care that her family will always remember. In addition to her parents, Ann is survived by her sister and best friend, Susan Cotton and her husband Orvil of Germantown; nephew, Matt Cotton and his wife Christa and daughter Chloe of Germantown; niece, Nancy Robertson ( Tyler) of San Diego, CA. She leaves a host of devoted Aunts and Uncles in Middle Tennessee. Her aunts are Doris Cathey of Nashville, TN, Mary Ann Jordan of Dover, TN; uncles, Billy D. Cobb of Big Rock, TN; Bill Atkins (Betty Jo) Franklin, TN; Jim Atkins (Pat) of Chapmansboro, TN; Arvel Atkins (Barbara) of Dover, TN; along with many loving cousins that have been so kind during her illness. Two special cousins, from Memphis, are Gayle Pirtle (Jim) and Diane Whipple (Dan). Services will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, February 18, 2008 at Memorial Park Funeral Home with the visitation one hour prior to the service. A graveside service will be held at 11a.m, Tuesday, February 19 at Smith Cemetery in Dover, TN. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial be sent to First Baptist Church or the American Cancer Society.

Ruth Cobb (Faculty)[posted July 20, 2001]
From The Commercial Appeal, July 20, 2001:

RUTH CARNEY COBB, 86, of Memphis, retired teacher for East High School, died of cancer Thursday [July 19, 2001] at Methodist Healthcare-Central. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday [July 21, 2001] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. She was a member of St. Luke's United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women, a volunteer librarian for Memphis Botanic Garden and tutored children at several city schools. Mrs. Cobb, the widow of Joseph P. Cobb Jr., leaves a daughter, Carol Cobb Strickland of New Orleans; a son, Joseph P. Cobb III of Memphis, and two grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be sent to St. Luke's United Methodist Church, St. Peter Villa Rehab & Nursing Center or a charity of the donor's choice.

Mike Cody ('54) [posted September 16, 2024]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 16, 2024:

      Mike Cody, influential Memphis politician and lawyer who represented MLK, has died
      Memphis lawyer W.J. Michael Cody, who during a decades-long career as one of the most influential, respected and progressive public figures in the city advised Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., exposed corruption in the office of Tennessee Gov. Ray Blanton and busted nightclub kingpins, has died.
      Cody, 88, died Sunday [September 15, 2024] at Baptist Memorial Hospital, after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease.
      A lifelong Memphian, Cody never avoided a good race. An avid runner who logged 40,000 miles and participated in more than a dozen Boston Marathons, Cody ran successfully for City Council and unsuccessfully for Memphis mayor. An editorial cartoon in The Commercial Appeal that accompanied the newspaper’s endorsement of Cody for mayor in 1982 depicted the candidate in running shoes and shorts beneath his jacket and tie, next to a sign that read: "Sign Up Here for a Unified City Marathon."
      W.J. Michael Cody Although a longtime active Democrat, Cody’s service transcended partisan politics, and he was a favorite of officials of both major parties. In 1984, Gov. Lamar Alexander, a Republican, picked Cody to serve as Attorney General of Tennessee. In 2005, a Democratic governor, Phil Bredesen, appointed Cody to serve as co-chair of the Tennessee Commission on Ethics, to recommend revisions to state ethics laws.

Mike Cody, Memphis ‘lion’ for justice, dies at 88
By Jane Roberts, Daily Memphian

      W.J. Michael Cody began his practice at Burch, Porter & Johnson in 1961. He has also served as the Attorney General of Tennessee from 1984 to 1988, was the United States Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee from 1977 to 1981, and served on the Memphis City Council from 1975 to 1977. (Daily Memphian file)
      W.J. Michael Cody began his practice at Burch, Porter & Johnson in 1961. He has also served as the Attorney General of Tennessee from 1984 to 1988, was the United States Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee from 1977 to 1981, and served on the Memphis City Council from 1975 to 1977. (Daily Memphian file)
      W.J. Michael Cody practiced law since 1961 at Burch Porter & Johnson, and as a perennial senior statesman, lent his voice to progressive causes of all kinds, including the case regarding Martin Luther King's final march here.
      Cody died Sunday, Sept. 15, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. He was 88.
      In the 1970s and 1980s, Cody was one of the city's best-known Democrats, a lively, vibrant person with a magnetic personality, and always on the side of good, friends said.
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      "Mike was a lion, not just in courage and strength, but in his views and values," said Bill Craddock, his longtime friend and running partner. "He was very compassionate and never said a bad word about anyone. He never complained. I called him a stoic with a smile."
      Cody served on the Memphis City Council from 1975-1977. He was the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee from 1977 to 1981. He served as the state's Attorney General, a position that required Senate approval, from 1984 to 1988. He also served on a number of boards and organizations over the years, including:
     
     Member, Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
     Member, Memphis Amateur Sports Hall of Fame
     Member, Rhodes College Athletic Hall of Fame
     Member, Board of Directors of the National Civil Rights Museum
     Vice Chair, Memphis and Shelby County Library Foundation Vice Chair, Memphis Travel Aid Society
     Leadership Memphis Board of Directors
     Memphis YMCA Board of Directors
     President of Board of Trustees, Lausanne Collegiate School (2007)
     President, Memphis in May (1996)

     But Cody's legacy, according to Craddock, is the work he did for racial reconciliation and the way he helped people on opposite sides come to consensus. That was part of how he moved in the world, his daughter, Jane Cody, said.
      "It was just his manner, his charisma, the nonconfrontational way he would express things," she said, noting that he often told the story of the Black runners when he was in high school who could easily beat the runners who got all the attention in state and regional meets.
      "The through line for Mike Cody's career was honor and ethics. Through his words and his deeds, he taught us to expect — no, demand — that our public servants place character, honesty and ethics above all else," said Judge Holly Kirby, chief justice of the state Supreme Court. "His fine example is more relevant today than ever."
      Cody was among the handful of attorneys at Burch Porter who represented King in court. King was pushing to hold a second march in Memphis after the first, held in solidarity with the striking sanitation workers, ended in chaos and bloodshed. The legal team convinced the judge to lift the injunction and allow it to happen. As the lawyers were driving from the Lorraine Motel to their law offices Downtown, they heard the emergency vehicles responding to the assassination.
      It was April 4, 1968.
      "We all knew him as a voice of reason, a lawyer, politician, and community leader who stood above our artificial divisions of race, community division and championed the cause of humanity," said Walter Bailey, also on the team in the King case.
      "In politics, Mike will be remembered for the role he played in agitating for political reforms as we evolved from a segregated community that paved the way for the progress we now take for granted."
      The two were on the same progressive path, Bailey notes, adding that he succeeded Cody as local president and national board member of the American Civil Liberties Union.
      Cody argued four cases before the U.S. Supreme Court, including Tennessee v Garner, the Memphis case that established that police may not use deadly force against a fleeing, unarmed suspect. Bailey represented the civil parties.
      Cody was the state Attorney General on the other side.
      "He knew how to be an active partisan when that was appropriate. He knew how to be nonpartisan when he was Tennessee's Attorney General. "
      "While at the court, he remarked to me apologetically that he was on the 'wrong side,'?" Bailey said.
      "Mike's progressive impact on the community is indelible."
      Cody's daughter, Jane, was 4 when King was assassinated. She clearly remembers what came to be called the "MLK evening" in her family's home.
      Her father came in through the swinging kitchen door with such force that her little brother, Mike Cody, who was standing too close, had to get stitches.
      "I remember as a child always being afraid that my father might get shot," she said. "It was probably because of that night because I was too little to really have much other memory of it."
      Cody was example of the best in public service, said former governor, Lamar Alexander.
      "He knew how to be an active partisan when that was appropriate. He knew how to be nonpartisan when he was Tennessee's Attorney General. He was ethical and intelligent. I greatly admire his life in public service and his contributions to the people of our state."
      In the early days after the assassination, Cody and partner Lucius Burch set up Memphis Area Legal Services in space at Centenary United Methodist Church in South Memphis loaned to them by Rev. Jim Lawson, King's confidante.
      "We managed to get 33 young lawyers from various law firms. They would work one or two nights a week or a weekend down there," Cody told The Daily Memphian in April of this year.
      "The sanitation workers had legal problems they couldn't afford to get a lawyer for; landlord-tenant problems, wills and evictions were a big part of it," Cody said.
      "We raised enough money, Lucius Burch and I, to have a one-time secretary down there to do intake work, to make sure they qualified and get them help," Cody said.
      By 1970, the effort was funded with federal money from the Office of Economic Opportunity, which was Cody's goal from the beginning.
      Last spring, MALS lost its federal funding through a series of poor management decisions.
      "Sometime justice and the law are not aligned," said Craddock. "Mike found a way to pull them together and to seek justice, but also within the law.
      "I think it was his compassion for what is fair, what is right. He was not just Attorney General but U.S. Attorney, and he could look at both sides."
      Cody's son, Mike, said his father refused specialized license plates he could have had as attorney general, noting he preferred "not to go around the law.
      "Sure enough, he got pulled over for speeding. He insisted the officer write him a ticket despite his office. So, you can see he instilled honesty and ethics at every level," Mike Cody said.
      At Burch Porter, Cody's office for decades was in the corner on the third floor. His numerous awards and citations now line the hallway outside.
      "Mike's death is cause for mourning and celebration. Mourning for obvious reasons. Celebration for an exemplary life so well lived," said Jef Feibelman, his partner for nearly 50 years.
      "As Mr. Burch would say, 'The hair of the hypocrite was not seen about him.' His was a life well-lived."
      "He was devoted to family, friends, the community, our law firm (and running). His values were impeccable. He was never strident. He was a terrific partner. Always fun to be with. He was just the best."
      Cody grew up in Memphis. He graduated from East High School in 1954 and Rhodes College in 1958. He earned his law degree at the University of Virginia in 1961. In 1998, Rhodes awarded Cody a honorary doctorate. Jane Cody said her father had many opportunities to leave Memphis and considered only one of them, when he was fresh out of law school.
      "He came very close to moving to work for a big law firm in Philadelphia," she said.
      "Mr. Burch told him, 'You need to come back and help your community.' My dad really took that to heart.
      "He loved being in the place where he grew up, and he loved having a community that he was a part of and wanted to make a better place."
      She also remembers that nearly anywhere she went with her father, including the Buntyn Café, people "from all different walks of life" would come over to pat him on the back, their reverence apparent, even to a child.
      "It was quite a childhood having him as my father," she said.
      U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen said he knew Cody all of his adult life and called him "scrupulously honest."
      "As Mr. Burch would say, 'The hair of the hypocrite was not seen about him,' " Cohen said. "His was a life well-lived."
      Cody ran marathons and logged more than 40,000 miles in running shoes, which were lined up in his home, impeccably neat, as Cody was, Feibelman said.
      "The toes on those shoes were perfectly even, the shoelaces inside the shoes," he said.
      Lawyers in the office would tease Cody, he said, by leaving a pencil on his desk out of place and watch to see how quickly it was noticed.
      Cody and a few running friends, including Craddock, started the Breakaway Running store in 1982 because there was no local running store.
      "Our mission was to not lose money and have fun," Craddock said. "And we succeeded."
      Cody ran from the time he was in high school, long before running was in vogue.
      "I think he was a competitor," Craddock said. "And yet, he wasn't competing against other people. He was more or less seeking the best out of himself. I think he also had an athletic mind; he would really work his mind in thinking through issues. And I think his running was a way he could excel and be better with himself."
      In Midtown, neighbors watched him run by early in the morning, including Judge Julia Gibbons, who serves on the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati.
      Early in her career, she was assigned to a case in state circuit court and found herself with Leo Bearman Sr. and Cody.
      "They were just so welcoming and nice and treated me like a professional, like almost their contemporary, I would say. It was such a pleasure to deal with Mike in that way at such an early point in my career," Gibbons said.
      Through the years, the connections — professional and personal — were many.
      "We always admired him; we just had a great deal of admiration for Mike and the way he conducted himself and the way he lived his life."
      Cody is survived by his wife, Suzi Cody; daughters Jane Cody of New Mexico and Mia Cody of Memphis; a son, Mike Cody of Germantown; and three grandchildren, Catherine Simpson, Walker Simpson and William Simpson.
      Graveside services will be private. The family will host a gathering for family and friends next spring.

Marta Cohen ('75) [posted July 7, 2017]
From The Commercial Appeal, July 7, 2017:

     Marta Cohen Weiss, age 58, of Memphis, TN, passed away Monday, July 3, 2017. She was a graduate of East High School and Memphis State University, where she was a little sister of Lambda Chi Fraternity. Marta was also crowned "Miss Variety" of the Memphis Variety Club in 1975, and performed much good will work through them as their representative. Marta worked for Goodwill Industries during and after college, which helped shape the person she was to become. She continued good will toward others throughout her life; as she was always one who strived to help others, love others, and gave of herself in every way that she could to all that she loved. She was a blessing to all that knew her, and many people will always remember the positive impact she made on their lives. Marta received sales awards such as "National Salesperson of the Year", "President's Club Excellence Award", and "Bermuda Travel Award" in the years she was employed by Xerox and Alcon Laboratories, and also enjoyed her work as a sales representative for Lifetouch National School Studios. One of the most treasured memories of her youth was growing up at Mullins Methodist Church and being a member of the One Way Singers. Those who knew her will remember her infectious giggle whose eyes would squint and tear with laughter. Marta will always be remembered as one who rarely ended a conversation without saying, "I love you", and giving you a sincere hug.      She is survived by her daughter, Marissa Paige Weiss, Marissa's father Lewis Weiss; her stepchildren, Heather Weiss Dockweiler (James) and Rodney Weiss (Katie), Heather's children, Maxwell and Celie Dockweiler; her father, Aaron J. Cohen; her sisters, Anna Diehl (Ray) and Judy Cohen; her brother; Larry Cohen (Catherine); her niece, Kristi Diehl, and her nephews, Gray Cohen and Michael Cohen. Marta was preceded in death by her loving mother, Frances Rebecca McCharen Cohen.      The family will receive friends beginning at 1:30 p.m. and a memorial service will follow at 3 p.m., Sunday, July 9 at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery.

Howard Cohn ('65) [posted March 21, 2019]
From Memorial Park Funeral Home:

      After a lengthy illness, Howard Cohn died peacefully on March 15, 2019 with his loving wife Susan “Susie” Schingle Cohn and loving son Matthew Cohn by his side.
      Howard was born in Memphis on November 25, 1947 to Emanuel “Tommy” Cohn and Thelma Getsin Cohn (both deceased). He graduated from East High in 1965, from Memphis State University with B.A. in Business Administration in 1969, and earned a Masters from The Ohio State University in Public Administration in 1970.
      Howard worked at the Memphis Cap Company, the business started by his grandfather Nathan Getsin and owned by his father. He also worked at A.T. Distributors.
      Howard was engaged in the Memphis community. He was a lifelong member of Temple Israel where he served as the Men of Reform Judaism’s liaison to the Jewish Chautauqua Society. He was active in Democratic politics, and served as president of College Democrats while attending Memphis State. Howard was a member of the Germantown Democratic Club, a past delegate to the Shelby County Democratic convention, and a volunteer in many local campaigns. His compassionate spirit was also revealed in his numerous contributions of blood and plasma to Lifeblood.
      He was a longtime fan of local and professional wrestling, the Memphis Tigers, Ohio State Buckeyes, St. Louis Cardinals and the Memphis Redbirds. He enjoyed attending plays and musical events in Memphis. Throughout his lifetime, Howard owned and loved many dogs and pets.
      Howard is survived by two brothers – Drew Cohn of Memphis and Richard Cohn of San Rafael, CA as well as many in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
      The family thanks the employees of Quince Nursing and Rehab Center and Germantown Methodist Hospital for the compassionate and professional care they provided to Howard in recent months.
      On Friday March 29th a graveside service will start at 2:45p.m. beginning with a short procession at Memorial Park. The memorial service will be held at Temple Israel at 4 p.m. The family requests that any charitable donations in Howard’s memory be made to Temple Israel or Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County.

Sherri Cohoe ('72) [posted November 27, 2024]
From The Daily Memphian, October 25, 2024:

      Sherri Lee Cohoe Kuilema, age 70, resident of Arlington, Tennessee and wife of Daniel L. Kuilema, departed this life Sunday evening, October 20, 2024 at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett, Tennessee.
      Sherri was born January 27, 1954 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of Gene Cohoe and the late JoAnn Reberg Cohoe. She was a graduate of East High School in Memphis, Class of 1972 and continued her education at Memphis State University. Sherri was employed as an executive secretary in the sales department for Channel 5 for 14 1/2 years before her retirement.
      She was married November 19, 1982 to Daniel L. Kuilema and was a member of Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis by Paul Simmers. Sherri was an avid Bible scholar and was very faithful to her local church.
      Mrs. Kuilema is survived by her husband, Daniel L. Kuilema of Arlington, TN; her father, Gene Cohoe; her sister, Rhonda [Cohoe ('71)] Williams of Covington, TN; and her brother, Robert Cohoe ['73] (Robin) of Drummonds, TN.
      Funeral Services will be held at 2 P.M. Thursday, October 31, 2024 at West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery in Memphis with Reverend Douglas Barcroft of Hickory Withe Presbyterian Church in Eads, Tennessee, officiating.
      The family requests that memorials be directed to Hickory Withe Presbyterian Church, 2420 Donelson Drive, Eads, TN 38028.
      Arrangements will be provided by Peebles Fayette County Funeral Homes & Cremation Center and condolences may be left on our online guestbook at www.PeeblesFuneralHome.com.

Sandra Kay Colbert (Faculty) [posted November 19, 2000]
Sandra Kay Colbert was a physical education teacher at East. The years she was on the faculty are unverified at this time, however, it is believed she was at East in the late 1960's. We hope to provide more information at a later date.
From The Commercial Appeal, November 19, 2000:

SANDRA KAY COLBERT VADEN, 56, of Germantown, retired physical education teacher for Snowden School and Memphis City Schools, died of cancer Friday [November 17, 2000] at Methodist Healthcare-Germantown. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday [November 20, 2000] at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel with burial in Memorial Park. She was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church. Mrs. Vaden, the wife of John Vaden, also leaves twodaughters, Julie Vaden Funk of Cordova and Jona Vaden of Germantown, and a son, Jason Vaden of Germantown. The family requests that memorials be sent to Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Young Life or Memphis Emmaus.

Shavaunda Michelle Cole (class year undetermined) [posted September 11, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 11, 2007:

SHAVAUNDA MICHELLE COLE, 35, a support specialist for Midtown Mental Health Center and also an employee of Comprehensive Counseling Center, passed away September 6, 2007. She was a graduate of East High School and a graduate of the University of Memphis and Freed Hardeman University. Visitation from 7-9 p.m., Friday, September 14 at N.J. Ford and Sons Funeral Home. Services at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 15 at Mississippi Boulevard Church. Burial in New Park Cemetery. She is survived by her mother, Nadlyn Smith of Memphis, TN; father, Robert Ernest Cole of Memphis, TN; stepmother, Doris Cole of Memphis, TN; two sisters, Kyoga Brown and Dawn Smith, both of Memphis, TN; two brothers, Damien Little and Darius Little, both of Memphis, TN; one grandmother, Estella Harris of Memphis, TN.

If you know the year of Miss Cole's graduation from East, please let us know so we can post appropriate notice on the class page. Contact us at editor@EastHigh.org

Royce Cole ('67) [posted May 13, 2003]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 25, 2003:

ROYCE C. COLE, 54, of Martin, Tenn., printing press foreman, died Monday [May 12, 2003] at Methodist Healthcare-Volunteer in Martin. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday [May 14, 2003] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a former member of Bellevue Baptist Church. He leaves a sister, Cozette Bannister of Memphis. The family requests that memorials be sent to Gideons International of Memphis.

Aubrey Coleman ('60) [posted May 25, 2014] From H.M. Patterson & Son-Arlington Chapel, Sandy Springs, Georgia:

Aubrey L. Coleman, Jr, 71 passed on May 23, 2014, surrounded by his beloved wife, Ann Guillory Coleman, and other family members after a 27 months fight with pancreatic cancer. He is also survived by his four daughters, Leslie (Tim) Renjilian, Ali (Charles) Banks, Katherine (Will) Spencer, and Eliza Coleman; his sister, Dr. Rebecca (Phil) Coleman Curtis [associated with the Class of '65], of NYC; and five granddaughters; Sadie, Ginny and Bess Renjilian, Mini and Augusta Banks, and three grandsons; Charlie Banks, William and Jack Spencer, and two nephews; Zac and Nat Curtis.
His family and friends were the focus and joy of his life. Though his law colleagues and clients were vocal about their admiration for the work ethic and integrity he brought to his professional life, his career was not the center of his life. He often said, "I worked to live, I did not live to work." His family and friends, to whom he was ever-available for honest, straight-shooting advice and steadfast support, will remember him as a man who always kept his word, lived well, and loved exceedingly well.
He often said, "If you don't have fun at a party, it's your fault." Aubrey absolutely loved rock 'n roll music and dancing until the band left. His colleagues whom he worked with starting in the 1970s will confirm that Aubrey and Ann were the last ones on the dance floor at many a firm Christmas party.
His greatest joy came from spending time and traveling with his wife, Ann, of 50 years, and his four daughters, with whom he was very close, and their families. He particularly enjoyed coaching and cheering for his daughters in their various athletic endeavors in their youths. Coaching soccer and hosting, along with Ann, children from third world countries in their home while they received medical treatment, brought Aubrey's tender nature to the surface.
Aubrey was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, on December 11, 1942, to Aubrey and Ivo Jones Coleman, who were loving parents to Aubrey and Rebecca. His Dad was part of the Greatest Generation having endured the Depression and having fought in WWII in France and Germany. While his father was in the Army, his Mother worked at Camp Robinson, Arkansas, and Aubrey spent many hours with his maternal grandmother in England, Arkansas. His oldest daughter, Leslie, is named after her.
After the war, as his father received promotions with Swift & Co., the family lived in New Orleans, Ft. Smith, Ark., Mobile, and Memphis. Many of Aubrey's closest friends remain his classmates at East High in Memphis, where he was Vice President of the student body and named as Outstanding Senior. Aubrey never missed a class reunion.
He and Ann were married in 1963 in a double wedding with Ann's older sister, Jane and her late husband, Dr. Jim Kilgo. Leslie and Ali followed that tradition with a double wedding in 1991. He graduated from Tulane University in 1964 Phi Beta Kappa with a B.A. degree, and was vice president of SAE fraternity. He stayed in regular contact with several of those fraternity brothers until his passing. After Tulane, Aubrey graduated from Vanderbilt Law School where he was Managing Editor of the Law Review and selected Order of the Coif. He attended college and law school on academic scholarships. He passed the Tennessee Bar exam in 1967 and returned to Memphis where he practiced with Burch, Porter and Johnson until he entered the Army in January 1968.
During the Vietnam War, Aubrey was in the Transportation Corps stationed at Oakland Army Base, California, whose mission was processing troops departing for and returning from Vietnam. He passed the Georgia Bar and joined Smith Currie and Hancock in January 1970, became a Senior Partner and retired in December 2012. During his distinguished career as a construction attorney, he tried cases not only in Georgia but also in twelve other states. In 2004, he was listed as one of the top 100 lawyers in Georgia in Atlanta Magazine. In the April 25, 2014, supplement to the Wall Street Journal, he was listed as the Lawyer of the Year for construction law in Georgia. Aubrey was a life long Republican.
In his final months, he was comforted by prayers, cards, emails, gestures of love, and visits from his many family members and friends, including the groomsmen in his wedding, his college roommate, fraternity brothers, neighbors, colleagues, clients, and his beloved men's group friends from First Presbyterian Church.
Raised by Baptist parents, married into a Methodist family, and a Presbyterian for most of his adult life. A memorial service will be held at North Avenue Presbyterian Church on May 28 at one o'clock in the afternoon with Drs Scott Weimer and Craig Goodrich officiating. A reception will follow at the church. A private burial will take place at Arlington Cemetery, Atlanta.

Prior to his death, Aubrey Coleman was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1960 page.

Jane Collins ('68) [posted June 8, 2015] From The News & Record, Greensboro, North Carolina, January 19, 2003:

Mrs. Jane Collins Stephenson, 53, of 3834 Cotswald Ave., Apt. G, died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2003, at Moses Cone Hospital.A memorial service for Mrs. Stephenson will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20, 2003, at Forbis and Dick NorthElmChapel.
Mrs. Stephenson was a school teacher for the Guilford CountySchool system and she attended MississippiState College.
She was preceded in death by her father,George Coates Collins.
She is survived by her husband,Van Stephenson of the home; one son,Ryan Stephenson of Greensboro; mother, HelenCollins Wheeler of Greensboro; step-father, Grant Wheeler of Greensboro; and one sister, Martha Hughes of Atlanta,Ga.
The family will receive friends after the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 202 Centreport Drive, Suite 100, Greensboro, N.C. 27409 or to a charity of your choice.

Joe Companiotte ('64) [posted May 10, 2004, corrected May 12, 2004] From The Commercial Appeal, May 11, 2004:

JOSEPH B. COMPANIOTTE, 58, of Memphis, formerly of Jackson, Tenn., artist, art consultant and former owner of Alpha Gallery in Knoxville, died Saturday [May 8, 2004] at his home. Graveside [sic*] services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday [May 13, 2004] in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. He leaves two sons, Robert Companiotte and Paul Companiotte, both of Memphis, and a brother, John Companiotte of Atlanta.

Cavett Conaway(associated with the Class of '62) [posted March 7, 2020] From The Commercial Appeal, March 6, 2020:

     Germantown - Van Cavett Conaway, Jr., 75, passed away March 4, 2020 at his home. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed playing basketball, tennis and golf. Mr. Conaway enjoyed all types of music and attended Hope Presbyterian Church.
     He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Gordon Jordan. He is survived by two sons, Cavett Kuykendall Conaway and Scott Conner Conaway; his father, Van Cavett Conaway, Sr.; and two brothers, Alexander Gordon ['69] (Marie) Conaway and Jay Edwin (Donna) Conaway ['73].
     The family will receive friends on Sunday March 8, 2020 beginning at 1 p.m.; funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.; all at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee.

Biff Concklin ('69) [posted July 8, 2019] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 7, 2019:

Harry Concklin III, 67, died June 27, 2019.
Serenity Funeral Home, tel. (901) 379-0861.

Mary Elizabeth Connelly ('60) [posted November 27, 2024] From The Commercial Appeal, November 26, 2024:

    Mary Elizabeth Connelly Jenné, age 82 of Collierville, passed away on November 17, 2024. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas to Jonnie Branton Connelly and William Allen Connelly.
     Mary enjoyed growing up in Arkansas. Although, she faced a profound loss when her younger brother, Michael Connelly, died as a child from leukemia. During this challenging time, Mary's parents, devoted much of their energy to caring for Mike. Mary traveled from her home in Walnut Ridge, AR, to Little Rock, AR, home of her Aunt Mary and Uncle "Doge" Goldsmith B. Oliver, who stepped in to help raise her. Their guidance and love gave Mary strength and resilience and exposed her to competitive field trials and horses. Her aunt and uncle imparted many valuable life lessons, and her affinity for dogs and horses remained throughout her life.
     Mary and her mother, Jonnie moved from Walnut Ridge, AR to Memphis, where she graduated from East High School in 1960 and then attended the University of Arkansas and the University of Memphis.
     Mary and Woodford C. "Woody" Jenné, III ['60] raised children on Sycamore Grove Lane in East Memphis. When their children were young, they moved to Holly Springs, MS. For over 30 years, Mary called Holly Springs home, where she made lifelong friends. In 1996, with her characteristic independence and pioneering spirit, she relocated to Collierville, Tennessee, becoming one of the first residents in her neighborhood which she dearly loved.
     Mary was a woman of good humor and grace. She was an avid reader with an appreciation for music, theater, art, and was an unapologetic Elvis fan. Her travels worldwide broadened her horizons but never diminished her love for home. She was as comfortable in a flannel shirt carrying firewood as her favorite Hermčs scarf, discussing art history or attending Broadway plays with her granddaughters.
     Mary remained a proud and faithful Christian from serving in the altar guild at Christ Episcopal Church in Holly Springs to her membership at St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Collierville. She owned and operated the Bell Book and Candle gift shop in Holly Springs, and later used her retail experience as a volunteer at the gift shop in the Collierville hospital for nearly a decade. Through acts of service or making new friends, Mary treated everyone she met with kindness and respect.
     Mary is survived by her son, Christopher Jenné, and wife, Betty, of Blue Springs, MS; her daughter, Elizabeth "Lisa" Jenné Zodin; and her husband, Scott, of Austin, TX. She was the proud grandmother of Mary Alexandra "Allie" Zodin of Austin, TX, and Anna Zodin Faulkner, and her husband, Nathan of Austin, TX.
     She will be deeply missed by her family and friends, who will remember her for her fierce independence, good humor, and unyielding spirit she carried throughout her life.
     A memorial service honoring her life will be held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 106 Walnut Street, Collierville, TN, on December 6, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation with the family to follow.

Diane Conrad ('68) [posted March 1, 2015] - From Peebles West Funeral Chapel, Oakland, Tennessee:

Diane Marie Conrad Brown, age 64, resident of Oakland and retired restaurant manager at Natchez Trace Park, departed this life Tuesday evening, February 10, 2015 at the Baptist Reynolds Hospice House in Collierville.
A Celebration of Life Service for Mrs. Brown was conducted at 11 A.M. Saturday, February 14th at the Faith United Methodist Church in Oakland. Interment was private. Arrangements were provided by Peebles Fayette County Funeral Homes & Cremation Center - West Chapel at Oakland.
Mrs. Brown was born April 1, 1950 in Memphis, the daughter of Ann Jameson Conrad and the late John Conrad. She received her education at Germantown High School and was the lead majorette for the Germantown High School Band. She was a resident of the Oakland Community for many years and was employed as a restaurant manager at the Natchez Trace Park before her retirement. Mrs. Brown was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church in Oakland and enjoyed dancing.
Mrs. Brown is survived by two daughters, Patricia Hester of Boston, MA, Chrystal Brown of Murfreesboro, TN; two sons, Scott Jones (Penny) of Collierville, Rick Jones (Wendy) of Columbia, TN; her mother, Ann Conrad of Oakland; her brother, John Conrad of Jackson, TN; and nine grandchildren.
The family requests that memorials be directed to the Baptist Reynolds Hospice House, 1520 W. Poplar Avenue, Collierville, TN 38017.

Carole Cook (associated with the class of '62) [posted August 3, 2004]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 3, 2004:

CAROLE COOK SOBEL, 60, of Memphis, formerly of New York City, died Sunday [August 1, 2004] at her home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday [Wednesday, August 4, 2004] at Temple Israel Cemetery. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge. She was a graduate of East High School and attended University of Memphis. She leaves a sister, Connie Mogull of Mamaroneck, N.Y. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the Memphis Humane Society.

David Cosby ('66) [posted June 23, 2019] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis, Tennessee:

      David L. Cosby, 70 of Germantown, Tn went home to be with the Lord June 15, 2019. He courageously fought his 2 year battle with cancer as he did everything in life, with Determination, Intention, Dignity and Grace. His wife Pat was by his side holding his hand as he peacefully entered the Kingdom of Heaven. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Pat Palmer Cosby. He was preceded in death by his Father Alfred D Cosby and Mother Mary McWherter Cosby. David had accepted Christ as his Lord & Savior and it was of utmost importance to him that he be obedient and follow in believers baptism prior to his 21st Birthday, which he did on December 3, 1969 at his church Highland Street Church of Christ, Memphis, Tn by his pastor Dr. Harold Hazelip. His new church home became Bellevue Baptist after he & Pat married.
      Another of David’s proud accomplishments was being an Eagle Scout with the Bronze Palm with Troop 79. He proudly served his country in the Army National Guard for 6 years. David’s interests were Hunting on his family farm, Fishing, Skiing, and Golfing with his buddies.
      He graduated East High School and Memphis State University 1971 with a BS in Engineering Technology, Herff School of Engineering. He worked with his Dad at Cosby Construction Company until he retired in 1974. He was with Featherlite Precast 1978-1987 and Dunham, Inc from 1994 until he retired in 2010. After he retired he devoted his time to his farm, his happy place, on his John Deere tractor, fishing and deer hunting…mostly deer watching. He was a lover of all animals.
      The second love of his life was his little kitty “Stretch”. She wandered up at the farm and quickly became the “Queen of Everything” By Devine intervention she went to Heaven to be with her Daddy Monday 6/17/2019.
      David and Pat began their married life July 30, 1982 at Bellevue Baptist Church in the Garden, officiated by Dr. Ramsey Pollard. They will say their final earthly farewell at Bellevue Baptist in the Pollard Chapel. 2000 Appling Rd (I-240 & Appling) Cordova, Tn Visitation is Thursday 6/20/2019 11-12, Service 12. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery 5668 Poplar Ave Memphis, Tn If anyone wishes, donations may be made to West Cancer Clinic, Rescue and/or Animal Shelter or any charity of donor’s choice
      Arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 767-8930. “A Fitting Farewell for Everyone”. The family will receive visitors from 11 a.m. until the service time at 12 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Bellevue Baptist Church – Pollard Chapel. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Phil Cottam ('55) [posted September 25, 2000]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 25, 2000:

J. PHILLIP COTTAM, 63, of Southaven, DeSoto County Sheriff's Department assistant chief deputy, died Saturday at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto in Southaven. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a graduate of East High School, attended the University of Mississippi, was a former member of Memphis Police Department and Shelby County Sheriff's Department and was former chairman of the board for Harbor House. He also was owner of State Beauty Supply of North Mississippi. Mr. Cottam, the husband of Nancy Cottam, also leaves two sons, Tim Cottam of Eudora, Miss., and Russell Cottam of Horn Lake; a brother, Robert Cottam of West Memphis, and four grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be sent to Harbor House.

Carolyn Cousins ('62) [posted January 31, 2011]
From the Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home, Nashville, Tennessee, January 31, 2011:

CAROLYN CLARA COUSINS FRUIN
November 13, 1944 - January 30, 2011
FRUIN, Carolyn Clara Cousins was born in Nashville in 1944. She grew up in Memphis where she graduated from East High School in 1962. After graduating from Vanderbilt Nursing School in 1966, she was the head nurse of pediatric surgery at Vanderbilt and subsequently the Director of Nursing at the Junior League Home for Crippled Children until 1971. She then became a mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Althea Cousins, her sister Patricia Cousins Harlin, and her brother Charles Cousins. Carolyn is survived by her husband of 43 years, Alan Fruin, son Alex Brent Fruin (Brandi), daughter Candy Fruin Stefansic (Jim), grandchildren Clara, Jack, Thomas, Althea, and Eva, and her sister Kathleen Cousins. Funeral Mass will be Thur., Feb. 3, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church on Belmont Blvd. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery on Lebanon Road. In lieu of the flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Monroe Carell, Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. Visitation will be from 5:30-7 p.m., Wed., Feb. 2 at MARSHALL DONNELLY COMBS
615-327-1111

An on-line guestbook for condolences is made available by the funeral for a limited time.

Pat Cousins ('56) [posted February 16, 2007]
From The Mobile Register, August 18, 2004:

Mrs. Patricia Cousins Harlin - Died on August 12, 2004 in Mobile in the presence of her loving family. Pat was born in Nashville, TN, on May 9, 1938. She was raised in New Orleans, LA and Memphis, TN and was a Phi Beta Kappa Graduate of Newcomb College with a Masters in Psychiatric Social Work. Pat and her family moved to Mobile in 1968 where she has worked as a social worker, a counselor for many students, tennis coach at Springhill College, and a tennis and basketball coach at UMS-Wright School. Pat's true vocation was being an extremely devoted and loving wife, mother, sister and daughter. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Ignatius who was actively involved in all aspects of Catholic life.
Patricia Louise Cousins married Robert Shelby Harlin in Memphis 45 years ago this month. They raised 4 children and have 7 grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband Robert, her daughters Althea Louise Harlin of Chevy Chase, MD, and Cynthia Harlin Brown of Birmingham, AL and her sons Robert Shelby Harlin, Jr. of Dallas, TX, and Daniel Clay Harlin of New Orleans, LA, sons-in-law Peter Douglas Ross and Darren Scott Brown, and a daughter-in-law Nancy McDonnell Harlin. Her grandchildren are Madeline Elizabeth Ross, Colin Patrick Ross and Brian Harlin Ross of Chevy Chase, MD, Adare Harlin Brown and Joseph Scott Brown of Birmingham, AL and Anne McDonnell Rose and Stephen Thomas Rose of Dallas, TX. She is also survived by her sister Carolyn Cousins Fruin ['62] and her husband Alan of Nashvillle, TN, and her sister Kathleen Althea Cousins of Memphis,TN, and sister-in-law Cornelia Stewart Cousins of Marietta, GA along with numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, and many "adopted" Springhill and UMS-Wright students. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles Lanfried Cousins and Althea Mares Cousins and her brother Charles Louis Cousins ['58]. Her loving and generous spirit will be sorely missed by everyone whose life she touched. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 A. M. on Monday, August 16, 2004 from St. Ignatius Catholic Church. The family will receive friends in the Marian Center at St. Ignatius Catholic Church on Monday from 9:30 A. M. until 11 A. M. Interment will be in Pine Crest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial donations in Pat's name be made to St. Mary's Home for Children, 4350 Moffett Road, Mobile, Alabama 36618 or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements by RADNEY FUNERAL HOME, Dauphin Street Extension, Mobile, Alabama 36606.

Larry Cox (associated with the Class of '65) [posted July 13, 2024]
From The Daily Memphian, Memphis, June 4, 2024:

     Larry Dennis Cox, cherished husband, father, and grandfather and distinguished former President & CEO of Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority, gracefully departed this world on May 31, 2024, at the age of 76, following a valiant battle against Alzheimer's disease.
      Born in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 10, 1947, to Manley Zinn Cox, Sr. and Dorothy Harris Cox, Larry's life was an extraordinary journey marked by exceptional accomplishments and profound love. A Memphis native, Larry's family moved here when he was six years old. Excelling academically, he graduated from Mabel C. Williams High School in 1965, followed by the completion of his Bachelor's Degree from Memphis State University in 1969. His spirit of service led him to the United States Air Force, where he served with distinction as an Air Transportation Officer and subsequently obtained his general aviation pilot status and commercial license while stationed in Alaska. Returning to Memphis, Larry continued his academic pursuits, earning his MBA from Memphis State University in 1974. His professional career took flight with the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority in 1973, where he held various roles, starting as an unpaid intern but ultimately serving as President & CEO from 1985 until his retirement in 2013. Larry's dedication extended beyond his professional endeavors. He was deeply involved in numerous aviation associations and community organizations, including serving as Chairman of the American Association of Airport Executives, The Greater Memphis Chamber, the Memphis Convention and Visitors Bureau (now Memphis Tourism), and the Mid-South Minority Business Council (MSMBC). His influence and leadership were instrumental in shaping the landscape of aviation in Tennessee and beyond and was recognized for his efforts with the FAA's "Kitty Hawk" award and was also inducted into the Tennessee Aviation Hall of Fame in 2005.
      Yet, amidst his remarkable achievements, Larry's greatest source of pride was his family. He shared an enduring bond with his wife, Patricia Lynn Cox, whose unwavering support was a constant source of strength. Larry was a cherished brother to Manley Zinn Cox, Jr. ['64] (Jill) and a loving father to his two daughters Stephanie Burns (Josh) and Leigh-Ann Johnson (Brandon). Their laughter and joy brought light to his life, and his memory will continue to shine brightly in theirs.
      Larry was preceded in death by his beloved grandson, William Burns, whose memory he held close to his heart. He leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth in the hearts of his grandchildren: Emma Burns, Hudson Burns, and Elena Johnson. Their laughter and joy brought light to his life, and his memory will continue to shine brightly in theirs. In addition to his biological children, Larry embraced his role as a stepfather with grace and love.
      He is survived by his stepchildren, Stephanie Stanfill Shearin and Brad Stanfill (Dani), who brought new dimensions of love and family into his life. Larry's step-grandchildren, Angelina Armstrong (Aaron) and Rachael Burton, were cherished members of his family, and he loved them with all his heart.
      Larry's memory will forever inspire those who knew him. His integrity, compassion, and unwavering faith leave an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of crossing his path. In the words of Billy Graham, "The greatest legacy one can pass on to one's children and grandchildren is not money or other material things accumulated in one's life, but rather a legacy of character and faith."
      A celebration of Larry's life will be held on Thursday, June 6 beginning with visitation at noon followed by service at 1:00pm in the Riverside Chapel at Memorial Park Funeral Home, 5668 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN.
      The family kindly requests donations be given in his memory to the Larry D. Cox Scholarship benefitting undergraduate students at the University of Memphis Fogelman College of Business & Economics. Donations can be made online at https://supportum.memphis.edu/larrydcoxscholarship.

Manley Cox ('64) [posted July 13, 2024]
From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, July 12, 2024:

     Manley Zinn Cox Jr., aged 78, passed away on July 4, 2024, in Memphis, TN from Alzheimer's disease. Born on July 11, 1945, in Nashville, TN, Manley dedicated his life to his family and his country, serving proudly in the Air Force before embarking on a successful career.
      Manley graduated from East High School and later earned a business degree from Louisiana Tech. He began his professional journey at The Commercial Appeal, where he worked as an Advertising Salesman for 35 years. Upon retirement, Manley continued his work life at Enterprise Car Rental Company, showing his relentless spirit and commitment to providing for his loved ones.
      A man of many interests, Manley was an avid member of the Memphis Runners Club and enjoyed going to car races, spending time at the beach, and tending to his garden. His love for his family was evident, and he cherished the time spent with his grandchildren.
      Manley is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Jill Cox; daughters Wendy Holmes (Stewart) and Lori Matthews (Philip); and grandchildren Anderson Holmes, Audrey Holmes, Blake Matthews (Celeste), and Hayden Matthews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Manley Cox Sr. and Dorthy Monroe, and his brother, Larry Cox [associated with the Class of '65].
      Contributions in memory of Manley can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a cause close to his heart. Manley's legacy will live on through his family, friends, and all the lives he touched. There will be a private family service and burial at a later time.

Wylie Craft (associated with the class of '67) [posted June 14, 2002] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 25, 2002:

WYLIE GRAHAM CRAFT, 53, of Scottsboro, Ala., formerly of Memphis, retired president of Compass Bank in Scottsboro, died Thursday [May 23, 2002] in Memphis. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. today [May 25, 2002] in Elmwood. Canale Funeral Directors has charge. Mr. Craft, the husband of Patricia M. Craft of Memphis, also leaves a daughter, Whitney Craft Sanders of Scottsboro; a son, Robert Wesley Craft, his parents, Sara G. and Robert D. Craft, and two brothers, Robert D. Craft Jr., and Frank S. Craft, all of Memphis, and a grandchild.

John Byron Crawford ('64) [posted December 28, 2008] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 27, 2008:

John Byron Crawford 62, passed away December 23rd 2008. He is survived by his brother William Crawford [class year association undetermined] (Carolyn) of Germantown, Tn and two nephews Brad and Scott Crawford of Shelby County. Memorial Services will be held Sunday, 2:00pm at Germantown United Methodist Church.In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of the donors choice.

Lana Jay Crenshaw ('62) [posted September 12, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, February 17, 2003:

LANA JAY CRENSHAW SCALZO, 58, of Germantown, homemaker, died Sunday [February 16, 2003] at Saint Francis Hospital. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Forest Hill Funeral Home East. Mrs. Scalzo, the wife of Franco G. Scalzo for 38 years, also leaves a son, Franco G. Scalzo Jr. of Louisville, Ky.; her mother, Goldyn Crenshaw, and two sisters, Dinah Phifer and Rita [Crenshaw ('66)] Warren, all of Memphis, and two grandchildren.

Chris Criswell (associated with the Class of '58) [posted February 28, 2021

Culver Lynch Criswell was born November 8, 1939, in Raleigh, North Carolina. He was the son of Jack Criswell and Kathleen Reynolds Criswell. Cris departed this life on June 17, 2016, in Haines City, Florida. He was 76 years old.
He worked for Gateway Advertising as a salesman for outdoor advertising in Memphis, Tennessee, for 37 years. On March 18, 1972, Cris married Ida Watkins Tarpley, at the Oak Grove Baptist Church. After marrying Ida, Cris became a very active member of the Caruthersville community. He had such an outgoing personality that he was soon well now by everyone in the community. He was a very devoted member of the Caruthersville County Club, where he won many tournaments. He was a member of the Eastwood Memorial United Methodist Church.
Survivors are his wife Ida Criswell, two sons Gregory Lynch Criswell and Jonathan Cole Criswell, two step sons Aubrey (Audie) Tarpley and Scott Tarpley, twelve grandchildren, Jackson, Harrison, Caroline, Aurora, Sumerlin, Dakota, Christian, Matthew, A.J., Justin, Zack, and Adam, and one great grandchild, Abel. A very special sister-in-law Stella Payne, A very special niece and nephew Ritta and Jim Caldwell. He is also survived by other relatives ad many, many friends from all over.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at Eastwood Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Jerry Mattson officiating. Interment in Maple Cemetery.
Serving as pall bearers were the grandsons - Zack Tarpley, Justin Tarpley, Adam Tarpley, Matthew Tarpley, A.J. Tarpley, Dakota Criswell, Harrison Criswell, Jackson Criswell, and Christian Criswell.
H.S. Smith Funeral Home in charge of services.
H.S. Smith Funeral Home - Caruthersville, Missouri

Glenn Crosby ('52) [posted October 15, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, October 15, 2012:

Virgil Glenn Crosby, M.D. was born to Ann F. and Glenn A. Crosby on February 7, 1934, in Monroe, Louisiana. Other than serving two years in the Air Force and training six years in a surgical residency he was a lifelong Memphian, devoted to his family, his church, and the well being of this City. For more than thirty years, he was a practicing physician in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. Together with Dr. James Pate, he performed the first heart transplant in Memphis in 1985. In addition to his private practice, he trained many residents in heart surgery. His father was a pharmacist who returned to Memphis for a career with Upjohn after starting out work in Monroe, Louisiana and later Jackson, Tennessee. Arriving here in third grade with his younger brother William Steven Crosby, Glenn attended Springdale, then Bethel Grove Elementary School, Fairview Junior High and East High School, where he was student body vice-president and played tight end for the Mustangs varsity football team. He attended Bellevue Baptist Church, under Dr. Lee, and in summers worked as a counselor at Bellevue's Shelby Forest church camp. Often, Sunday evenings, he went over to East Trigg Avenue Baptist Church in South Memphis to listen to minister and singer-composer W. Herbert Brewster. He went to college at Memphis State where he would meet his wife of fifty-two years, Nancy Anne Redfearn. Upon graduating in 1954 with a B.S. Degree in Pre-Medical Studies, he attended medical school at The University of Tennessee in Memphis, earning his M.D. degree in 1958. After a one-year internship at City of Memphis Hospitals, he served, from 1959 to 1961, in the U.S. Air Force, at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas, concluding his service as General Medical Officer, at the rank of Captain. He then moved with Nancy and their infant son, Glenn, to Iowa City, Iowa to complete by 1967 both a general surgery residency and cardiovascular and thoracic surgery residency. Two more sons, Mark and Scott, were born to Glenn and Nancy while the family lived in Iowa. Glenn returned to Memphis in 1967 to begin his career partnering with Brewster Harrington, M.D. to form the Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Association. Their fourth son, Andrew, was born not long after, and Glenn, Nancy and the four boys settled into life in East Memphis. They attended Second Presbyterian Church where Glenn was an elder for many years and president of his Sunday school class numerous times. He enjoyed reading, fishing, fresh-water sailing, wilderness canoeing, woodworking and gardening. He retired from fulltime medical practice in 1999. He was a Member of the Department of Thoracic Surgery at Baptist Memorial Hospital from 1967-1999 and was chairman of the department in 1987. He chaired the Baptist's Ethics committee and was Deputy Director of its Cardiac Transplant Team. He served on the faculty of the University of Tennessee Medical School as associate professor and associate director of resident training in thoracic and cardio vascular surgery. He served as chairman of the Credentials Committee, Memphis Medical Network and served on the On Site Review Committee of the AMA Residency Review Program. Among his numerous professional memberships were the American Medical Association, American College of Surgeons, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Southern Thoracic Surgical Association, International Society of Surgeons, Memphis Surgical Society (past president), Memphis Cardiovascular Society, Memphis-Shelby County Medical Society, Tennessee Medical Association, University Medical Journal Club (past president) and Southern Surgeons Club. Among his civic activities he was a member of the boards of trustees of Presbyterian Day School and Memphis University School, a member of the board of directors of the Christian Psychological Center, and member and later chairman of the board of directors of the Trezevant Episcopal Home. He was active in the Salvation Army, deployed without complaint by his wife Nancy to ring for the Army's red kettles every Christmas, which Nancy oversaw. He also served with his wife Nancy for several terms on the Army's Board of Visitors for the Evangeline Booth College School for Officer Training in Atlanta. He leaves behind his four sons and their families: Dr. Glenn A. Crosby and wife Liz Carlton Crosby, of Memphis, and grandsons Jack Hutchison and Walker Mace; Mark Redfearn Crosby, of Memphis; Scott Justin Crosby and wife Meg Thomas Crosby, of Memphis, along with grandsons Andrew Scott and Thomas Glenn, and granddaughter Lucy Elizabeth; Andrew Keller Crosby and wife Molly Caldwell Crosby and granddaughters Morgen Caroline and Keller Elizabeth, of Memphis. He also leaves his sister-in-law, Penny Crosby DeHaan, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, and her children, beloved nieces and nephews all: John Crosby, wife Bissy, children Daniel, Karis, and Margie; Steve Crosby, wife Missy, children Hope, Emily, and Will; Anne Crosby Posey, husband David, and children Caleb, Matthew, Rachel, and Sarah; and, Benjamin DeHaan. He departed this world on October 13, 2012, believing in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and trusting in the unmerited grace and mercy of God in his life and in the lives of his family. A memorial service will be held in the Sanctuary of Second Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. Following the service, the family will receive friends in the Salmon Room and Room 310 at the church. Any memorials may be sent to the Second Presbyterian Church Foundation, designated to AWEMA, 4055 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38111; The Salvation Army Memphis Command, 696 Jackson Avenue, Memphis TN 38105; the Neighborhood Christian Center, 785 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38107; or, to the donor's choice. Online condolences and floral tributes may be made by visiting www. memphisfuneralhome.net. Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens 5599 Poplar Ave. (901)725-0100

Linda Crump ('51) [posted December 23, 2020]
From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, December 19, 2020:

     Memphis - Linda Crump Morris,87, of Memphis, TN, passed away December 14, 2020. She was born May 25, 1933 to Claude and Estelle Crump. She graduated from East Memphis High School with the first graduating class. She then attended University of Memphis. In 1955, she married Charles Galloway "Gus" Morris and worked at JM Saunders for several years.
      Linda was an active member of Colonial Methodist Church, Community Bible Study, and Love Fellowship demonstrating her joy and enthusiasm in life. Her interests include her love for her Shelties. Her smile and infectious laugh will be missed by relatives and many friends.
      She was preceded in in death by her beloved husband, "Gus" Morris. The funeral will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday December 21, 2020 at 1 PM at the family gravesite. Family and friends are invited.
      Memorial donations in Linda Morris honor may be made to Memphis Humane Society and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Prior to her death, Linda Crump was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1951 page.

Marcella Crump (Faculty) [posted November 19, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, November, 17, 2009:

Marcella Claire Crump, 93, died November 14, 2009. A memorial service will be held Friday, November 20 at 11 a.m. in the Trippeer Chapel at Idlewild Presbyterian Church where she had been a member for more than sixty years. Visitation will follow the memorial service in the T. K. Young Room. There will be a private burial at Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown at 10 a.m. Friday. She is survived by her beloved nieces and nephews: Bonnie Y. [Yarbrough ('59)] Elam and her husband Tom Elam and Betty Crump Emerson and her husband Gary Emerson ('56); her great-nephew David Wesson Elam; her great-niece Bonnie DeAnne Mangum and her husband Malcolm and their two children Spencer Alexi Mangum and Sarah Anne Mangum; great-nephew, Gary Emerson, Jr. and great-niece Lisa Emerson. She was born in Amory, Mississippi, but her family returned to Memphis soon after that. She attended Rozelle Elementary School, Bellevue Junior High School and Central High School. After graduating from West Tennessee State Teachers College, now the University of Memphis, she began her teaching career at Bellevue Junior High School. She later taught at Central High School and was on the original staff when East High School opened. She received her Master's Degree from the University of Georgia where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. After receiving her Master's Degree in Library Science at George Peabody College, she spent a year in Los Alamos, New Mexico as librarian of the High School. She later returned to Central High School to serve as librarian until she retired. She was formerly active in Alpha Lambda Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma and also in the American Association of University Women. She was a grand life master duplicate bridge player. After retiring, she traveled extensively in England, Scotland, Europe, the Scandinavian Countries, Japan, China, Panama, South America and Russia. She enjoyed gardening, was and avid bridge player and reader and did extensive volunteer work. Among her many volunteer projects was The Wonders Series which was very special to her. She organized the volunteers who worked the same shift for many years into a group called the Lunch Bunch who met periodically. In lieu of flowers the family requests any memorials be sent to Idlewild Presbyterian Church, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Youth Villages or a charity of the donor's choice.

Wilbur Crump ('63) [posted June 30, 2001] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 7, 1997:

WILBUR H. CRUMP JR., 53, of 475 S. Perkins, died of cancer Saturday [December 6, 1997] at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Monday [December 8, 1997] at Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown. N. J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home has charge. He was a former employee of Fay Builder Supply Co., a graduate of the University of Memphis, where he was a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity, and a former member of the Tennessee Air National Guard. Mr. Crump, the husband of Joy Crump, also leaves two sons, Wesley H. Crump and Wilbur H. Crump III, both of Memphis; a stepson, Robert L. Hall Jr. of Nashville; a brother, Christopher Crump ['69] of North Carolina, and a grandchild.

Willie James "June" Culpepper Jr. ('92) [posted June 25, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 18, 2008:

WILLIE JAMES CULPEPPER, JR., 35, of Memphis, died June 11, 2008. Visitation will be from4-6:30 p.m. Friday, June 20 at N. J. Ford & Son Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 21 at Progressive Missionary Baptist Church on Vance Ave. Burial will be in New Park Cemetery. He leaves three daughters, Telisa Culpepper, Raven Culpepper and Jamie Culpepper; one son, Willie J. Culpepper III, all of Memphis; mother, Essie Culpepper Thompson; stepfather, Andrew Thompson; father, Willie James Culpepper, Sr.; one sister, Shudonica Douglas (class year undetermined) (Anthony); one brother, Kenneth D. Culpepper (Tiffanie); his favorite uncle, Freddie Lewis, all of Memphis; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. A favorite aunt preceded him in death, Lenora Lewis.

James Cunningham ('51) [posted May 26, 2019] From Vistoso Funeral Home, Oro Valley, Arizona:

      James Louis Cunningham returned to his heavenly home on April 26, 2018.
      He was born in Memphis, Tennessee on June 8, 1933, the second child of two siblings born to Edwin and Emma Cunningham.
      He graduated from East High School in Memphis in 1951, where he excelled in athletics. He went on to attend Rhodes College where, again, he was recognized as an accomplished collegiate athlete in both baseball and basketball. He declined an opportunity to pursue professional sports, instead choosing a career path in the field of medicine to insure a predictable paycheck. He then attended the Southern College of Optometry and, upon graduation, served as a military officer for nearly two decades in the United States Army.
      He met his true love, Barbara Adkins, while stationed in Anchorage, Alaska. They married in Anchorage on November 18, 1961. Together, they raised a family while serving under the military banner at Fort Sam Houston from 1962-64, Fort Polk from 1964-66, The Presidio from 1966-70, and Fort Bragg from 1970-71. He served at a M.A.S.H. and was Chief of Optometry while at Letterman Army Hospital and Womack Army Medical Center during the Vietnam War. Upon retirement as a Lt. Colonel in 1971, he gave strong consideration to raising his family and establishing his practice in Perth, Australia, however, chose to remain stateside to stay close to extended family. His passion for Australia remained with him throughout his life.
      In 1971, he and Barbara chose St. Louis, Missouri as their home where he established a successful practice. He treasured his family beyond measure. He was a deeply religious man and served in various leadership positions for his church as well as the young men’s head basketball coach for several years. He was a diehard St. Louis sports fanatic, following the Cardinals, Blues, and St. Louis Rams as only few could. In 2002, he and Barbara moved to Tucson, Arizona. He continued to practice optometry in St. Louis, commuting to Tucson on the weekends, until 2013 when he retired.
      Preceding him in death are his parents Edwin Cunningham and Emma Cunningham, his elder brother Edwin Cunningham and Edwin’s wife Fairy Cunningham.
      He is survived by his wife, Barbara Cunningham of Tucson, Arizona, his two children and his three grandchildren; his daughter Carolyn Cunningham-Buck of Palmdale, California, her daughter Caitlin and her son Tyler; his son Charles Cunningham of St. Louis, Missouri, his wife Susan, and their son William James.
      The family plans to hold a private memorial service this summer in Memphis, Tennessee.

Bill Cyko ('66) [posted March 27, 2009]
From The Commercial Appeal, March 27, 2009:

WILLIAM L. CYKO. William was born September 25, 1948 in Memphis, Tennessee. He passed away on March 25, 2009 at Methodist Hospital Somerville in Fayette County. He was the son of George L. Cyko (deceased) and Lillian Emerson Cyko Dacus. William leaves his wife, Kathryn Manning ['63]; sister, Mary C. Smith; step-daughters, Jeanne Fenster and Kathryn Pritchard; and four step-grandchildren. William's brother Donald Cyko ['72] preceded him in death. William graduated from East High School in Memphis, Tennessee. He attended Memphis State University and loved rooting on the Tigers to victory! William was known for his love of family and generous nature. He was always happy to lend a helping hand to those close to him whether putting up Christmas trees, helping with home projects, or lending an ear in tough times. Bill's two greatest passions in life, apart from family and friends, were caring for his dogs and fly-fishing. Many of his favorite memories were on the banks of the White River in Arkansas fly-fishing. We will always remember his kind smile and caring nature. He will be sorely missed. Visitation will be from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, March 29 at Collierville Funeral Home, and services will be Monday, March 30 at 11 a.m., with graveside following. Memorials may be sent to the Memphis or Fayette County Humane Society.

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Lewis Daniel ('57) [posted November 27, 2024] From The Daily Memphian, November 1, 2024:

     Lewis H. Daniel, Jr. 85, of Memphis, TN, retired owner of Daniel's Pharmacy in Highland Heights, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024. Lewis was born the second of four children to Helen Kennedy Daniel and Lewis H. Daniel, Sr. (Dr. Dan) on May 18,1939 in Memphis, Tennessee where he graduated from East High School in 1957. Lewis was the first Eagle Scout in Tennessee to receive the God and Country Award and in 1955 he received the Outstanding Scout of the Year for the State of Tennessee. Shortly after graduation, while attending Ole Miss Pharmacy School, Lewis married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Henson, on June 6,1959. While in Pharmacy School Lewis was President of the Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Association, and President of the Pharmacy Senior graduating class. After graduation in 1961 Lewis worked alongside his entrepreneurial father and mother at Daniel's Rexall Pharmacy on Summer at National for over 25 years. Working at the pharmacy was a family affair where their children Kathy, Dan and Paige and then Pharmacy student Mike Gilliam, often helped with inventory, and at the lively soda fountain. In 1986 Lewis closed Daniel's Pharmacy and purchased a Medicine Shoppe franchise on Summer Avenue where he and Nancy worked together for 8 years before Lewis decided to join the Walgreens Pharmacy team for the next 22 years until 2016 when he retired. Lewis served as a Third Degree Master Mason: Masonic Lodge #729 Summer Avenue for many years. He also served on the Board of Directors of Lutheran Village and was thrilled to receive the Eli Lilly Award for filling over 1 million prescriptions during his first ten year tenure as a pharmacist. In addition to his parents, Lewis was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Nancy, his son, Lewis H. Daniel, III, and his older sister Nancy Wynn [Daniel ('53)] Adams of Nashville, TN. Lewis is survived by daughters Kathy Daniel Patterson (Greg), Paige Daniel Alexander (Brian) and daughter-in-law Mary Kavanaugh Day; grandchildren Hailee Daniel Vieck (Logan), Tanner Lewis George Daniel (Amber), Allyson Patterson Dalton (Evan), Cameryn Alexander, Chandler Alexander, Phoebe Day, Grace Day and Michael Day. He also leaves twin siblings Rev. Larry J. Daniel ['65] (Jennifer) of Jackson, Tennessee and Linda Daniel ['65] Lindhardt of Jacksonville, Florida, nephews: H. Gordon Wynn (Karin), Mark Daniel (Lauren), Scott Lindhardt, Jeff Henson and David Henson and nieces Susan Wynn, Lauren Daniel Ulseth (Tim), Kim Henson Cooley and Karen Henson, 4 great- grandchildren: Jones and Luke Vieck and Greyson and Raya Daniel. A visitation and memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Memorial Park Fireside Chapel, 5668 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN. with Visitation at 10:00 am and the Memorial Service at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to The University of Mississippi Pharmacy School, 406 University Ave. Oxford, MS 38655 or through the umf@umfoundation.com, (662) 915-5944.

Nancy Daniel ('53) [posted January 17, 2011] From The Commercial Appeal, January 17, 2011:

Nashville - Nancy Daniel ADAMS, 75 of Nashville, TN, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Lewis Daniel. She is survived by her husband, Charles L. Adams, Jr.; children, H. Gordon Wynn III and his wife, Lynn of Memphis, TN, Susan K. Wynn of Salt Lake City, UT, Donna A. Mabry and her husband, Mark of Mt Juliet, TN and Christina “Tina” A. Torrence of Hermitage, TN. Nancy is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Henry “Hank” Gordon Wynn IV, Luke Allen Wynn, Sally Dexter Wynn all of Memphis, TN and Haley Jordon Torrence of Hermitage, TN. She is also survived by her sister, Linda Daniel Lindhardt ['65] and her husband, Vagn of Jacksonville, FL; and brothers, Reverend Larry James Daniel ['65] of Memphis, TN and Lewis Howard Daniel, Jr. ['57] along with his wife, Nancy of Memphis, TN. Nancy is also blessed with many surviving nieces, nephews and wonderful friends. She grew up in Memphis. She attended East High School where she was the very first Miss East High. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville with a B.S. in education, she spent most of her teaching career at Harding Academy where she taught first grade for 25 years. In addition to teaching, she loved gardening, traveling, arts and scrapbooking, but her greatest passion was for her family. She loved to decorate and celebrate the seasons, which is why her family is so very thankful for the 2010 holiday season and the wonderful times we had together. Her sense of humor and incredible talents in the kitchen always made for many joyous occasions. She was married to Charles L. Adams, Jr. for 32 years. They shared a love for dancing, spending many Saturday nights at the Elk's Lodge. Her grandsons, Hank and Luke helped her paint a mural on the outside of her potting shed, a great place to check if you couldn't find her. She cherished those memories every planting season. With her granddaughter, Sally, she enjoyed canning pickles and sharing her childhood memories. She hand-made nearly all the décor in her granddaughter, Haley's nursery and enjoyed countless hours of ‘tea party' and ‘beauty shop'. She was a long time member of Belle Meade United Methodist Church where she served God in many roles, including teaching 3rd grade Sunday school for 8 years. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made to Belle Meade United Methodist Church, Adventure Science Museum or the Parkinson's Society. A celebration of Nancy's life will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, at Belle Meade United Methodist Church with Reverend Regina Proctor officiating. Interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Monday, January 17, and 1 hour prior to the service Tuesday, all will be held at the Church. Woodlawn-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home and Memorial Park 615-383-4754
Published in The Commercial Appeal on January 17, 2011

Fred Dauser ('54) [posted March 10, 2016] From The Birmingham News, July 20, 2015:

Dr. Fred W. Dauser Apr. 26,1936 - Jul. 19,2015 Memorial services for Dr. Fred Dauser, 79, of Springville, Alabama will be held on July 23, 2015 at 3PM at Cahaba Springs Presbyterian Church 6110 Deerfoot Parkway, Trussville, Alabama, with service being conducted by Pastor Shelaine Bird. The family will receive friends from 2PM until the time of the service. Dr. Dauser died on July 19, 2015. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Renate Dauser, sons Alfred (Kim), John (Melissa), sister Bettye Whittington of Lake Charles, LA, four grandchildren, Lydia and Grey (Alfred), Luci and Kate (John). He was preceded in death by his parents Lois Warden Dauser and Eugene F. Dauser.He was born in Tuscaloosa, AL and was raised in Memphis, TN. He returned to Alabama in 1976 where he lived the rest of his life. Dr. Dauser received his BS from Memphis State University '58 where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. He received his MSSW from University of Tennessee '72, and his DSW from The University of Alabama '86. Dr. Dauser retired as Professor of Social Work at Alabama State University in 2003, where during his tenure he served as Professor of Social Work and Interim Dean, School of Graduate Studies. Dr. Dauser worked for Talladega College where he held positions of Dean, Professor, and Program Head. Dr. Dauser was employed with State of Alabama as Health Administrator for Talladega, Clay and Coosa Counties. Dr. Dauser worked with Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Department as a Mental Health Consultant while working on his doctorate. He held the position of Chief of Social Work Services with Bryce Hospital in Tuscaloosa, AL. Dr. Dauser was an avid firearm collector and was an endowment member of the National Rifle Association. In the State of Alabama he served as a volunteer Hunter Safety Instructor from 1973 -1997, in 1981 he was designated as the Governor's Hunter Safety Instructor of the Year. In 1995 he was designated as a Master Hunter Safety Instructor.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Presbyterian Home For Children located in Talladega, Alabama, or the Montgomery County (AL) Humane Society.

Ray Davenport ('62) [posted October 24, 2014]

Raymond Wesley Davenport Jr., 53, of Bartlett, minister of music at Trafalger Village Baptist Church, died of heart failure Saturday [September 12, 1998] at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Services will be at noon Tuesday at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel with burial in Magnolia Cemetery in Collierville. Mr. Davenport, the husband of Sharon Young Davenport, also leaves a daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Davenport, and a son, Raymond Wesley Davenport III, both of Bartlett. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Trafalgar Village Baptist Church or Mid-America Theological Seminary.

Ann Davis ('51) [posted February 16, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal, Sunday, February 11, 2007:

ANN D. CHAMBERS, 73, of Collierville, passed away February 9, 2007. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Monday, February 12 at Memorial Park Funeral Home, with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Jeffery D. Davis ('77) [updated March 6, 2000]
From The Commercial Appeal, Sunday, March 5, 2000:

SGT. FIRST CLASS JEFFERY D. DAVIS, 39, of Fort Dix, N.J., Army operations sergeant, died of cancer Wednesday [March 1, 2000] at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington. Services will be at noon Wednesday [March 8, 2000] at Greater Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with burial in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery with full military honors. N. H. Owens & Son Funeral Home has charge. He was a graduate of East High School and a 20-year Army veteran. He leaves a son, Jeffery D. Davis Jr. of New Jersey; his mother, Mary E. Dotson; two sisters, Beverly Green and Terita Thomas, and two brothers, Theoren Dotson and Avalon Davis, all of Memphis.

Joe Davis ('59) [posted June 19, 2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, June 17, 2018:

     Joe Hudgins Davis, Jr., 76, of Memphis, Tennessee, went to be with his Lord Jesus on June 14, 2018, after a courageous battle with leukemia.
      A native of Memphis, Joe graduated from East High School ('59) and Vanderbilt University ('63) as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army. Following active military duty in Germany from 1963-1965, Joe returned to Memphis and enjoyed a successful thirty year career in banking; serving as Senior Vice President at First Tennessee Bank and ultimately Executive Vice President at Leader Federal Bank.
      Shaped by his love for Jesus Christ, he lived his life with honor and integrity. He served the Memphis community as Board Chairman of LeBonheur Children's Hospital, Board Chairman of Memphis Leadership Foundation, and Board Chairman of the Salvation Army and Junior Achievement. Also active in the church, Joe was a long time Elder at East Side Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Memphis and later an active member of Second Presbyterian Church.
      Joe was a wonderful husband, a loving and nurturing parent, a doting grandfather, a fun and faithful friend. He was deeply loved through 54 years of marriage by his wife, Diane. He leaves to cherish his memory his daughter and son-in law, Courtney and John McDonnell of Memphis; his son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Kelly Davis of Westminster, Colorado. He also leaves his grandsons, Willem and James, by whom he was affectionately known as "Captain". He also leaves two sisters, Kaki Whitley (Billy) of Memphis and Marne Whitenton of Bolivar as well as many nephews, and nieces, and many, many wonderful friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Ruth and Joe H. Davis, Sr.
      Services will be held in the chapel of Second Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, June 20, at 11 a.m. followed by a reception and visitation in the Salmon Room.
      Memorials may be sent to Second Presbyterian Church, Mission Memphis or World Missions, Memphis Leadership Foundation, or the Memphis Salvation Army.

Linda Davis (associated with the class of '63) [posted July 22, 2005] - From The Washington Post, May 6, 2005:

Linda Davis Dulin
DULIN, LINDA DAVIS (Age 60)
Of Vienna, VA, on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at the National Naval Medical Center iin Bethesda, MD. Beloved wife of James "Jim" Dulin ['61]; loving mother of Michael and his wife, Doreen, Chris and his wife, Jennifer; sister of Lee and Bill Davis and Kay Finley; grandmother of Zachary and Nathan. Friends may call at MONEY & KING FUNERAL HOME, 171 West Maple Ave., Vienna, VA, on Friday, May 6, 2005 from 6 to 9 p.m. Memorial services will be held at Vienna Presbyterian Church, 124 Park St. N,E., Vienna, VA, on Saturday, May 7 [2005], at 1 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society.

Pat Davis ('68) [notice posted December 14, 2019, obituary posted December 26, 2019] - From Canale Funeral Directors:

Patricia Davis Snow, 69, of Bartlett, died December 12, 2019. Pat was born on October 25, 1950 to Charles and Mayrie Davis. She graduated from East High School where she attended kindergarten through twelfth grade and in 2018, she celebrated her 50th anniversary from High School.
Pat attended and graduated from Bob Jones university where she received a BS in Business Administration. Pat married Spencer Law Snow, Sr. on December 21, 1973.
Pat was active in as an Assistant Den Leader in The Cub Scouts. Pat then passed the Scouting duties to Spencer who spent a few years in The Boy Scouts Of America.
Upon learning that she was about to become a Grandmother, Pat renewed her love of sewing and delighted in making things for her granddaughters. Pat was also Mama to many loved animals throughout her life.
Pat was preceded in death by her father and mother; a sister, Beverly Charle Davis as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents.
She is survived by her husband Spencer Law Snow, Sr., her son, Spencer Law Snow, Jr., her daughter, Adair Snow, her sister Helen Davis and daughter-in-law Stephanie Snow. She is also survived by 2 granddaughters, Maggie Snow and Anne Law Snow; her cousins, Charlotte Rowell Bowman and family, Pamela Rowell Lee and family and Lisa Rowell Yeldell and family.
Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Canale Funeral Directors, 2700 Union Avenue Extended, Memphis, 38112. Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Canale Funeral Directors. Burial will be in Forest Hill Midtown Cemetery.

Sandy Davis ('69) [posted December 2, 2020] From The Commercial Appeal, November 28, 2020:

     Oakland - Sandra Kay "Sandy" Ginn, age 70, resident of Oakland, Tennessee and wife of Alan R. Ginn, departed this life Friday evening, November 27, 2020 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis.
      Sandy was born February 13, 1950 in Lafayette, Indiana, the daughter of the late Robert Eugene Davis and Cora Moore Davis. She was a 1969 graduate of East High School in Memphis and was married July 9, 1986 to Alan R. Ginn. She was employed as a medical laboratory technician for Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in Memphis before her retirement in 2013. Sandy had been a resident of Oakland for two years and enjoyed reading and cooking.
      Mrs. Ginn is survived by her husband of 34 years, Alan R. Ginn of Oakland, TN; her son, Richard L. Lannom and his wife, Stephanie of Southaven, MS; and her daughter, Angela M. Brady and her husband, Justin of Quincy, MI.
      Funeral Services for Mrs. Ginn will be held at 3 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the Peebles West Funeral Chapel at Oakland. Interment will be in the West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Memphis. A visitation for Mrs. Ginn will be from 1 to 3 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the Peebles West Funeral Chapel at Oakland.
      The family requests that memorials be directed to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, P.O. Box 41817, Memphis, TN 38174-1817.

Warren T. Davis ('66) [posted July 6, 2005]
Warren Davis, 56, of Albertville, Alabama passed away July 4th, 2005, in Birmingham, after a short battle with lung cancer. He was employed with Shoal Creek Communications. Mr. Davis leaves behind his wife Barbara, two sons, Damian Davis of Tacoma, WA and Dustin Davis of Gulfport, MS, two brothers, Roy Davis, Jr. ('65) of West Germany & Brian Davis ('73) of Olive Branch, MS, and at least 2 grandchildren.

No services were scheduled.

[Information supplied by Brian Davis].

Tederick C. Dawson ('93) [posted August 28, 2001]
From The Commercial Appeal, Monday, August 27, 2001:

TEDERICK CORNELL DAWSON, 26, student at the University of Memphis and employee of Midsouth Builders, died Sunday [August 26, 2001] at the Regional Medical Center after being shot. N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home has charge. He was a member of World Overcomers Outreach Ministries Church and Omega Psi Phi fraternity. He leaves his parents, Shirley C. and James A. Dawson, a sister, Corhonda L. Dawson-Bolton, and a brother, Keleian A. Dawson, all of Memphis, and his grandmother, Jolane Dawson of West Memphis.

Prior to his death, Tederick Dawson was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1993 page.

News stories about Mr. Dawson's death and subsequent trail of the accused are available in our "In the news . . . " seciton.

Mike Dean ('64) [posted February 4, 2012]- From The Topanga Messenger.

     On December 25, 2011, the community lost Michael Dean, one of Topanga's leading spirits and best loved personalities, at 65 years of age following a long struggle with melanoma.
     Always a charming presence, Michael's life was a grand adventure. He steadfastly refused to be bound to the yoke of convention, and moved through our world with an uncommon lightness, a quick smile, and a generous heart.
     Born Michael Lewis Dean in Memphis, Tennessee on March 15, 1946, Michael was the oldest child of James Lewis Dean, an engineer for the Firestone corporation, and Susanna Dean, a biblical scholar. Michael grew up in Memphis and spent many a summer enjoying his Aunt Nannie's farm in the Mississippi Delta. He was offered admission to MIT, but for financial reasons decided instead to obtain a B.S. in math from the University of Alabama. After college, Michael was drafted into the Marine Corps in 1968 at the height of the Viet Nam conflict. His guardian angel must have been looking out for him, because he managed to survive that experience with an honorable discharge, and never had to go overseas.
     His restless spirit caused him to strike out across the country, where he ended up in Colorado. Down to his last few dollars, he was hired on as a carpenter by a local crew and he quickly learned the trade. He later went back to school and earned his Masters in Education, and eventually a teaching credential and taught in the San Diego public school system. He moved to Topanga in 1988 and it became the community that he so dearly loved.
     Throughout much of his life he would work as a carpenter and a teacher, relishing the freedom those occupations provided him. He had frequent jobs as an interim teacher for movie studios, and was a much loved math and science teacher at Calmont school in Topanga; and later taught at a technical college in Woodland Hills. He formed an unusually close bond with his students, who recognized him as a fellow free spirit.
     During all of this time he also worked on many local construction projects, such as framing Abuelita's, where he became widely known not merely for his considerable skill and knowledge, but for the joie de vivre he brought to every project, no matter how challenging. He also joined a group of Topangans on a number of trips where he put those qualities to work building orphanages and housing for the poor of Tijuana.
     In 1980, he married Karen, and was later divorced. In 1992 he married Lori Henley. Together, Michael and Lori ran Lori Henley's Millinery, a popular local hat shop in Topanga. He and Lori divorced during the 1990s.
     On October 8, 2003, Michael's son and soulmate, J. James Dean, was born into this world. When he was just a month old, circumstances dictated that Michael accept sole custody of the infant, and he quickly became James's inseparable single dad, partner, and life guide. Raising James was an adventure for Michael, one that he loved and that brought him extraordinary satisfaction.
     Although James came to him at a relatively advanced age, James quickly became not only an exciting new chapter in Michael's life but his mission and life purpose. Together, Michael and James became the inseparable Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn of the Canyon—constantly up to delightful adventures, and sometimes, even a bit of mischief along the way.
     Michael was diagnosed with melanoma in October 2007, receiving a grim prognosis. The community immediately rallied around him, and made sure that he and James never lacked for a place to live in the Canyon, nor a shoulder to lean upon. Michael never complained or became defeatist, instead choosing an aggressive campaign of both holistic and traditional medicines, which, in combination with his indomitable spirit, ended up extending his lifespan far beyond the original prognosis.
     These additional years of life were put to extraordinarily good use. Even while undergoing exhausting and invasive medical treatments, Michael made sure to spend his time wisely, and he committed to a full schedule of camping, soccer, school and Cub Scout activities to ensure that James would forever cherish a wealth of wonderful memories of time spent with his dad.
     While attending Topanga Elementary, James became somewhat of a local phenom with his outsized personality and athletic abilities.
     Finally, Michael made arrangements for James to be taken in upon his passing by close friends of his sister, the Lloyd/Phillips family in Santa Monica, where James is already thriving under the love and affection of his new adoptive parents, and that of a new brother and sister.
     Besides his son, Michael is survived by his father, James Lewis Dean, of Orlando Florida, his beloved aunt Nell Kent (“Aunt Nannie”) of Mississippi, his younger sister Trudy [Dean ('67)] Hale of Norwood, Virgina (formerly of Topanga 1986-2004), brother-in-law Billy Hale, niece Tempe Hale, nephew Charlie Hale, younger brother David Dean and sister-in-law, Sue Dean of Arcata, Calif., and nephews Dylan and Skyler Dean. He is also survived by his ex-spouses, and his dear friend Randi Johnson of Henry Ridge. He was predeceased by his mother, Susanna Whiteside of Jackson, Mississippi.
     Donations are being accepted to establish a college fund for James. Checks may be sent to: J. James Dean, c/o Lloyd/Phillips Family, 1131 Hill St., Santa Monica, CA 90405.

Debbie DeArmey ('69) [posted December 12, 2023]- From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, December 8, 2023.

Deborah Ann DeArmey of Memphis, TN passed peacefully at Baptist Memphis Hospital on December 5, 2023, at the age of 72. She was known to all as a loving person and daughter whose life purpose was taking beautiful care of her mother, Amy. She is preceded in death by her father, Mack DeArmey and leaves behind her mother, Amy DeArmey, brother, Michael DeArmey ['62] (Stephanie), granddaughter, Lisa Weaver (John), great-niece, Ellen Daily (Alex), and great-nephew, David Weaver. She also leaves behind her devoted best friend, John Adair. The family requests donations in her memory be made to the Humane Shelter of Memphis in lieu of flowers. Graveside services will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 12th at 2:30pm.

Becky Deaton ('65) [posted December 20, 2023]- From Golden Gate Funeral & Cremation Services, Kansas City, Missouri, September 11, 2023

     Rebecca Kerns, 75 of Lenexa, Kansas died on Monday, September 4, 2023, at KC Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.
      Born Monday, October 27, 1947 in Memphis, Tennessee, she was the daughter of Clarence Deaton and Eloise Thompson Deaton.

Adrienne Dee ('93) [posted February 27, 2008]- From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, February 27, 2008.

ADRIENNE NICOLE DEE, 32, social worker for the Regional Medical Center, of Memphis, passed away February 23, 2008 at her residence. She was a graduate of East High School and a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga and had a masters degree from the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Services, Saturday, March 1 at 12:30 p.m. at Grace Bible Baptist Church on Schoolfield, where she was a member. Burial in Northridge Cemetery, Millington, TN. She is survived by one daughter, Breanna Hobson of Memphis, TN; two brothers, Justin Dee and Justin Wright, both of Memphis, TN; a mother, Anita Dee of Memphis, TN; a father, James E. Wright of Memphis, TN; two grandmothers, Loretta Dee and Nettie Wright, both of Memphis, TN. She also leaves a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. N.J. Ford and Sons Funeral Home 901-948-7755

Prior to her death, Adrienne Dee was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1993 page.

Gregory Lamont Dennis ('91) [posted June 14, 2005] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, June 14, 2005.

Gregory Lamont Dennis, 31, of Memphis, former employee of the University of Tennessee Medical Center and student at East High School, died Friday in Memphis. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Promiseland Baptist Church, where he was a member, with burial in New Park Cemetery. N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home has charge. He leaves his mother, JoAnn Baxter, and two sisters, Shirley Baxter and Donna Branch, all of Memphis, and his grandparents, Odessa Baxter of Memphis and Mordora Dennis of Winstonville, Miss.

If anyone can supply the class year with which Mr. Dennis was associated, please contact The East High Alumni Page at editor@EastHigh.org.

Ann Dewey ('71) [posted February 24, 2020] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, February 20, 2020:

     Memphis - Ann Wallace Dewey Smith "Ms. Wally," age 67, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away after a long and brave struggle with kidney failure.
      She was preceded in death by her parents, Ann and William Chapman Dewey. Mrs. Smith is survived by her husband Beecher Smith, two daughters, Ann-Margaret Hedges (Chad Riggs) and Stephanie Knight (Hart), five grandchildren, her sister, Stephanie [Dewey ('71)] Hoffman (Ron) and a niece, Happie Hoffman.
      She taught for many years at Evergreen Playschool and received from them the Apple Award for Excellence. She was a lifelong communicant at Calvary Episcopal Church where she belonged to the Altar Guild. She also was a member of the Memphis Junior League.
      The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, February 22nd from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue in Memphis. The funeral will commence at 11:00 AM. The entombment will immediately follow.
      In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ms. Wally's name to Calvary Episcopal Church or The Junior League of Memphis

Donna Dickens ('59) [posted December 10, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, December 10, 2011.

DONNA DICKENS WALLER, 70, homemaker and retired Medical Technologist, died December 8, 2011. She was a 1959 graduate of East High School, attended Memphis State University, and graduated from U.T Medical School in 1963 with a B.S. in Medical Technology. She married Rev. Morton Finch Waller September 11, 1964 at Union Avenue United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband and her daughter, Lee Katharine Waller. She is survived by her daughter, Alyce Waller Haynes (Stephen R), of Memphis; son, Morton Boyd Waller of Denver; sister, Diane Dickens Lewis ['55]; brother, Douglas H. Dickens ['62]; grandchildren, Braden Hezekiah Haynes, Christiana Hope Haynes, Matthew Stephen Haynes. The family will receive friends from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, December 11 at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel. Service will be 1 p.m. Monday, December 12 at Idlewild Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Church Health Center. Online condolences may be expressed at www. memphisfuneralhome. net.

Joanne Dixon ('56) [posted June 19, 2011, notice posted to the daily update page June 5, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, June 5, 2011.

Indiana, Indianapolis - Joanne [Dixon] McDowell, age 72, of Indianapolis, IN passed away June 1, 2011. She was born in Memphis, TN, the daughter of the late Floyd Vernon Dixon and Mary Blanche (Smith) Dixon. Joanne graduated from East High School in Memphis and from the University of Tennessee. She is survived by her husband, Richard R. McDowell, to whom she had been married 46 years, her daughters, Missy McDowell and Megan Calhoun (Jim), and her grandchildren, Oscar and Stella Calhoun who know her as JoJo. Her brother survives: Dr. Richard Dixon ['53] (Ellen) of Memphis. Joanne was a member of St. Luke's United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Studio 3 Artists. Joanne was an accomplished watercolorist for many years. When she traveled across the globe or in everyday life, she had an eye for beauty which you could see in all her paintings. Her creativity was evident in everything she did in life. She also was a talented ballet dancer, having studied in New York in her earlier years. Her passion for dancing continued her whole life. She celebrated life through traveling, reading, decorating, gardening, spending time with friends, raising her daughters, and playing with her grandchildren. “A thing of beauty is a joy forever” was her approach to life and how she will be remembered. She was a member of Mu Alpha Latreian and a volunteer for the Indianapolis Day Nursery. During her early work career, she was a stewardess for American Airlines and became a member of the Kiwi Club of former American Airline stewardesses. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 7 at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN, at 11 a.m. Prior to the service, visitation with family and friends will be in the church parlor starting at 10 a.m. A reception will be held at the church following the service. You are invited to visit the website www.leppertmortuary.com where you may share a personal memory of Joanne, sign the guest book or arrange a memorial contribution to St. Luke's church. Arrangements entrusted to: Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel (317)844-3966

Richard Dixon ('53) [posted Novmember 29, 2021] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, November 23, 2021.

     On the morning of October 29, 2021 Dr. Richard Lee Dixon passed away at age 86 after a long battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his wife Ellen [Cark ('53)], and survived by two daughters, Elaine Dixon and Laura Bolding. He also leaves four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
      Richard attended East High School, graduating in 1954 [sic]. He then went on to the then University of Memphis and then to the University of Tennessee School of Dentistry where he obtained his dental license and
      Became an Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon. He became a part of the faculty of the School of Dentistry upon his retirement. Richard also was a member of the Army Reserves where he became a full bird colonel.
      Richard served as president of the Alzheimer's Association. He was also involved in the Memphis Wine & Food Society and the Memphis Chamber Concert Society. His favorite thing to do was meet with "The Mustangs" and cherished those friendships from East High School.
      Richard and Ellen loved to cook and entertain. Richard was a master gardener and also loved to build things. Most of all Richard was known for his kindness and generosity.
      There will be no funeral service per his request. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to any veteran or medical organization or the donor's choice.

Stacy Michelle Dixon ('97) [posted April 21, 2010] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, April 21, 2010.

STACEY MICHELLE DIXON, 31, of Memphis, daughter of the late Reverend Samuel L. Dixon, Sr. and Lois J. Dixon died on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Methodist Hospital North. She was a graduate of East High School, attended Memphis Urban League and was a former employee of City of Memphis Police Dept. Comp Stat Unit. Family will receive friends on Friday, April 23, 2010 from 3-5 pm at Harrison's Funeral Home Chapel 2647 Carnes Avenue. Visitation, Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 9-9:55 a.m. at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church, 70 North Bellevue Blvd where she was a member with Celebration Services at 10 a.m. Interment in New Park Cemetery, 4536 Horn Lake Road. Dr. Frank A. Thomas Eulogist. Her life will be forever cherished by her sisters, Carol Dixon Mazique and Tracey Marie Dixon (twin sister), her brother Samuel L. Dixon, Jr. (Stephanie) fourteen nieces and nephews, a great- nephew , her grandmother, Shirley McRee and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Johnny Doggett (associated with Class of '55) [posted April 24, 2008] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, April 27, 2002.

JOHN HENRY DOGGETT JR., 64, of Memphis, architect and president of Odorzone, died Thursday at his home. Services will be at 11 a.m. today at Memorial Park Rotunda with entombment in Memorial Park Mausoleum. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. He was a Marine Corps veteran, founding board member of Memphis Truth Seekers Fellowship and member of Memphis Country Club. Mr. Doggett, the husband of Joy Ramsey Doggett, also leaves three daughters, Cile Collier, Elizabeth Hvasta and Keith Rainer, all of Memphis; two sons, Sam Nick ey IV of Memphis and Andrew Stimpson of Jackson, Miss.; a sister, Winnefred Kell of Sarasota, Fla., and five grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be sent to Truth Seekers Fellowship.

Richard Allen Douglas (class year undetermined) [posted July 10, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 7, 2015:

Holly Springs - Richard Allen Douglas, Sr., of Holly Springs, Mississippi, formerly of Memphis, Tennessee, died on Saturday, July 4, 2015, at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House in Collierville, Tennessee. Born March 7, 1934, in Memphis, Tennessee, he graduated from East High School and Memphis State University, and served as a navigator in the United States Air Force under the rank of Captain. He retired from Proctor and Gamble in 1993 after 34 years of service. A lifelong Episcopalian, he was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Holly Springs and Saint Andrews Episcopal Church in Collierville, Tennessee. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and duck hunting. Service to others, his church, and his community was of paramount importance. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Elizabeth Douglas Moore and Russell Warren Douglas, Sr.; his brother, Russell Warren Douglas, Jr.; and his sons Richard Allen Douglas, Jr., and Randall William Douglas. He is survived by his wife Leigh Laughorn Douglas; his brother, William Chandler Douglas (Nancy); his son Russell Millard Douglas, daughter Christy Douglas Owens (Keith), son Charles Richard Douglas (Stefanie); his grandchildren Bailey Owens Poindexter (William), Anna Owens Thompson (Ross), Henry Keith Owens, Jr., Richard Anthony Douglas, Caitlin Shawn Douglas, Carly Douglas Crowe (Justin), William Randall Douglas, Chandler Adams Douglas, and Caroline Grace Douglas; and his great-grandchildren, Lillian Catherine Thompson and Westin Crowe. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Baptist Reynolds Hospice House and Kemmons Wilson Family Center for Good Grief in Collierville, Tennessee. A visitation with family will be Tuesday, July 7 from 5-8 p.m. at Montrose in Holly Springs, MS. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 8 in Hill Crest Cemetery, Holly Springs. Holly Springs Funeral Home (662)252-1161.

Billy Dover ('61) [posted July 22, 2010] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 22, 2010:

William Eugene Dover, 67, died Friday evening of complications from a long illness. He was born December 15, 1942 in Atlanta, GA to the late Pauline Lewis Dover and Benjamin Franklin Dover. He was a graduate of East High School, class of 1961, where he played football. He graduated from the University of Memphis with a degree in history, and then served in the Army as a Medic. He spent his business career in his hometown of Memphis, the city he dearly loved. He worked first at W. M. Barr Co. and then bacame a Vice-President of Holiday Inns, developing franchises all over the country. He later worked in the commodities industry for nearly 30 years, first with McVean Trading and then with Refco and Sparks Companies, Inc. from which he retired in 2005. Billy was best known for his love of music and animals. He was an early member of the Settlers, a popular folk/country/bluegrass/rock band, with whom he continued to play for the past 48 years. He was a member of the Memphis Sport Shooting Club, with a reputation as an excellent shot. Billy owned and rode horses for nearly 40 years, and enjoyed a long series of very spoiled pets. He seemed to have a thousand friends, in part because of his cheerful demeanor and fun-loving personality. He is survived by beloved cousins Melissa Lewis Bernstein of NY, NY, Ritter Eugene Lemke of Savannah, GA, Mary Frances Lemke of Atlanta, GA, Henry Baker Dover of Tallahassee, FL, as well as Claudia Lemke Thomas and Virginia Lemke Howell of Atlanta, GA, and Walter Dudley Dover and Karol Dover Selvaggio of Tallahassee, FL. Funeral services will be held at 4 PM, Friday at Memorial Park Poplar, with visitation at 2:30 PM. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, P. O. Box 381435, Germantown TN 38183.

Gloria Ellen Dowd ('52) [posted May 2, 2018] - From The Charlotte Observer, September 3, 2017:

Gloria Ellen Dowd Keith CHARLOTTE - It is an impossible task to commemorate this life into words. There are not enough words nor enough pages to adequately capture the essence and spirit of the person known as Gloria Ellen Dowd Keith. Mrs. Gloria Ellen Dowd Keith, beloved wife of Graeme McGregor Keith, died on Wednesday, August 30th, 2017, in the place she loved most, her home in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by the people she loved. She was 83. We are proud to celebrate her life. We cry tears of loss as The Author of Life has taken a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, church member, neighbor, and friend. We cry tears of joy for the Lord has called home one of His own, welcoming her with open arms crying, "Well done my good and faithful servant!" Gloria was born July 24, 1934, in Greensboro, North Carolina, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Russell Dowd of Charlotte and sister to her adoring older brother, deceased in 1993, Herbert Russell Dowd Junior of Bear Creek, North Carolina. She came into this world wide-eyed with wonder, a spirit of curiosity and creativity and a heart overflowing with compassion, kindness, generosity and joy. These God-given gifts imparted in infancy bloomed into a fragrance that only grew sweeter with maturity. She attended East High School in Memphis, Tennessee. Gloria later enrolled at Queens College in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority, the Queens Quartette, and was a regular contributor of poetry to numerous local publications. No amount of accolades would ever compare to the day Gloria met Graeme McGregor Keith. They were married in 1954 at Myers Park Methodist Church in Charlotte. Graeme was the love of Gloria's life for 63 years, and as she herself penned, "their love was set in eternity." Gloria and Graeme have an enduring love for one another that permeated everything and everyone. Their love brought forth three other treasured loves, two boys and a girl, Graeme McGregor Keith Junior, Russell Dowd Keith and Carey Ellen Keith Heberton. Gloria's life was fragrant with her love for her family, her neighbors, her friends and her church community. As a member of The Junior League, The Charlotte Assembly, a Stephen's Minister and an Elder of Myers Park Presbyterian Church, her service to the Lord was marked by her selflessness and hospitality. She was a lover of God's Word which poured forth in the writings of her own poems. Gloria was a woman who cherished her friends and her friends felt cherished by her. Distance and time only made her heart grow fonder. The Lord gives and the Lord takes away. He has given us 83 years with Gloria whose life has faithfully reflected the goodness of her Creator. In Gloria, we have been given His unconditional love which she so generously poured out to all. In Gloria, we have witnessed His kindness. In Gloria, we have received His graciousness. In Gloria, we have beheld His gentleness. In Gloria, we have experienced His patience. In Gloria, we have all tasted and seen that the Lord is good. In Gloria, we have all seen the face of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a woman who understood the incredible gift of grace she had been given from God our Heavenly Father, the redemption of her sins and restoration of her relationship through the sacrifice of her perfect and holy Savior Jesus, who joyfully and triumphantly welcomes her home with outstretched arms and an overflowing heart. The family appreciates the attentive care given to Gloria by Dr. Lorri Ayers at Perspective Health and Awareness, Hospice and Palliative Care of Charlotte Region, and the entire staff of CMC Mercy Hospital. We are incredibly grateful for the devotion and countless hours of her caregivers Patti Johnson, Grace Martinez, and Cammi Hayes who became some of her closest friends. It has been said that one who is blessed is given a life of many years and a house with much family. She will be lovingly remembered by the love of her life, Graeme McGregor Keith, her three children, Graeme (Greg) McGregor Keith Junior and his wife India Early Keith, Russell Dowd Keith and Carey Ellen Keith Heberton and her husband Scott Ewing Heberton; eight grandchildren: Dowd Simpson and her husband Webb, Graeme Keith III and his wife Jennifer, Barrett Hughes and her husband Brock, Tanner Girdwood and her husband Thomas, Cody Keith, Locke Heberton, Ryan Keith and Ellie Heberton; and five great-grandchildren. We will celebrate Gloria's life and her tremendous faith, love, and devotion to Jesus Christ at Myers Park Presbyterian Church on Thursday, September 7th, at 2:00pm. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends following the service in Oxford Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorial donations in honor of Gloria Ellen Dowd Keith sent to any of the following organizations: Samaritan's Purse/ designated for Hurricane Harvey: mail to: Samaritan's Purse Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 or online at https://www.samaritanspurse.org/disaster/hurricane-harvey/; Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Library: mail to: BGEA Library, One Billy Graham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28207; The Keith Family YMCA in Charlotte, NC: mail to: YMCA of Greater Charlotte, Attention: Keith Family YMCA, 400 East Morehead St., Charlotte, NC 28202. Condolences may be offered at www.harryandbryantfuneralhome.com. "One lives in the hope of becoming a memory." Gloria Ellen Dowd Keith will remain a memory in the lives of those she loved for all of eternity.

Jane Dowdy ('59) [posted May 3, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, December 24, 1999.

Jane D. Graham, 59, of Bartlett, office manager for McWaters and Associates, died of cancer Wednesday at Saint Francis Hospital. Services will be at noon Monday at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. She was a member of the Republican Womoen and attended the Univversity of Memphis. She leaves a daughter, Dianne Sloan of Adamsville, Tenn.; a son, Ben Grapham Jr. of Memphis; a sister, Jo Michael ['64], and a borther, Jim Dowdy ['65], both of Bartlett, and three grandchildren.

Cifford Ollie Dowell ('53) [posted August 15, 2005] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, August 14, 2005.

CLIFFORD OLLIE DOWELL, 70, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2005 after a long courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). He died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. He was an officer in the U. S. Army, a retired manager of Cigna Insurance Company, a board member of Delta Dental of Tennessee, owner of Dowell and Associates, and an active member of Christ United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Peggy; 2 daughters, Laura Greenwell and Jenny Nicholson; 1 son, Paul Dowell; 1 daughter-in-law, Josie Dowell; 3 grandchildren, Justin Lewis, Michael Lewis, and Michelle Nicholson; 1 great-granddaughter, Jolie Jones; and 1 sister, Elisa (Betsy) Dowell ['64]. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, August 15, 2005 at Christ United Methodist Church with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge. The family requests any memorials be sent to the ALS Foundation or Christ United Methodist Church. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel 901-725-0100

Eugenia Dowling ('60) [posted February 14, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, February 14, 2017:

     Eugenia Gordon Dowling Trousdale passed away on February 10, 2017 after a long illness. She was 74 years old. She attended St. Mary's, East High and The University of Memphis. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the The Memphis College of Art where she was inducted into Phi Alpha Beta scholastic fraternity.
     Mrs. Trousdale worked as a graphic artist and fashion illustrator in Memphis. Later, relocating to Senatobia, MS, she taught art and public speaking at Northwest Mississippi Junior College. While in Senatobia, Mrs. Trousdale commuted to The University of Mississippi for graduate studies and was a member of The Cosmopolitan Club. She met and married her husband, Austin W. Trousdale, Jr. in Senatobia; they were wed in 1969.
     Returning to Memphis after many years in Senatobia, she was the first instructor of art at Christ United Methodist Day School, where she developed the curriculum and taught grades one through six. She later began her own business, Grand Illusions, specializing in custom decorative art for churches and fine homes in the Mid-South for over twenty years, until health issues forced her to retire. Her art has been displayed at the opening of the Memphis International Airport, The Peabody Hotel, and numerous galleries in the Mid-South.
     Mrs. Trousdale was a charter member of Christ United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School and was Chairman of The Fine Arts Guild. She was a former member of The Huguenot Society, Memphis Pen Women, and The Wolf River Conservancy. She also served as President of the Normandy Meadows Garden Club before moving to Germantown, TN.
     Mrs. Trousdale is survived by her husband, Austin, and her beloved sons, Dr. Austin W. Trousdale, III (Margot) of Greenwood, SC and Andrew D. Trousdale (Amanda) of Naples, FL. She also leaves her brother, Michael Dowling ['70] (Rhonda) and was predeceased by another brother, Forrest Dowling, III ['65] (Nancy).
     A memorial service for family and friends will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 15 in The Lord's Chapel in Elmwood Cemetery, with burial to follow.
     Memorials may be sent to The Make-A-Wish Foundation , The Memphis College of Art, or Christ United Methodist Church.

Forrest "Butch" Dowling ('65) [posted August 08, 2010] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, August 08, 2010.

Forrest Dowling III, of Memphis, passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2010 after a long illness. He was 65. Forrest was a loving father, husband, brother, son and friend. A lifelong Memphian, Forrest was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard, an avid photographer, and train and boat enthusiast. He was an electronics engineer for Motion Picture Laboratories and for many years lent his talents to WKNO-TV, WMC-TV and WYPL-FM. During his early twenties, he was an on-air personality for radio station WMQM in Memphis and WGMM in Millington. A member of Buntyn Presbyterian Church, Forrest was preceded in death by his mother, Eugenia Davis Dowling, and by his father, Forrest Dowling, Jr. He leaves his wife of more than 31 years, Nancy, two daughters, Lynley Montgomery Dowling and Melanie Lockhart Dowling, a sister, Eugenia Dowling Trousdale ['60] (Austin) and a brother, Michael Lanier Dowling ['70] (Rhonda), all of Memphis. Visitation and a memorial service will be scheduled in the near future. Memorials can be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Jimmy Doyle ('60) [posted October 30, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, October 29, 2011.

James C. Doyle, Jr., passed away October 27, 2011 at his home in Memphis. A graduate of East High School and Shelby State Community Collete, he retired as an Automation Engineer with Siemens Corp. After retirement he worked as a computer cnsultant. He was a member of First Evangelical Church, a volunteer with the Red Cross Disaster Relief, a 32nd degree Mason and a U. S. Navy veteran. Also he was an Assistant Commissioner for the Eastern District Chickasaw Council of the Boy Scouts and an avid deer and duck hunter. A beloved husband, father, and brother, he is survived by his wife of 43 years, Virna Ruth Doyle, son, Todd Alexander Doyle of Memphis, sisters, Gloria Jeanne Sullivan ['65) of Atoka, TN and Nancy Doyle Banfield ['69] of Mesquite, TX. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jamie Elaine Doyle. Services will be 2 p.m. Monday, October 31, at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, Poplar Avenue, with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 3-5 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society or to the Chickasaw Council Boy Scouts or a charity of the donor's choice.

Nancy Doyle ('69) [posted February 18, 2013] - From http://www.eastgatefuneralhome.com, Eastgate Funeral Home, Garland, Texas.

Nancy Doyle Banfield, 62, long time resident of the Dallas area, passed quietly in the presence of her Lord on February 12, 2013. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee on February 5, 1951. Nancy is survived by her daughter Amy Fox and husband Gary of Greenville, Texas; her sister Jeanne [Doyle '65] Sullivan and husband Danny of Atoka, Tennessee; step sisters Florence Brooks and Carol Ward both of Collierville, Tennessee; sister-in-law Virna Doyle of Memphis, Tennessee; granddaughter Laci Fox and great grandson Noah Fox both of Greenville,Texas. Nancy was predeceased by her parents; husband Robert Banfield and her brother James Doyle Jr.
Nancy's love for her numerous pets throughout her life was always evident. She was an avid Country Western dancer. Upon being diagnosed with breast cancer she became involved with the Brady James Cancer Foundation and Fight Like A Girl Foundation. In lieu of flowers donation to charity of choice.
A service of remembrance will be February 16, 2013

Joanne Draper ('62) [posted May 4, 2012] - apparently from The Destin Log/The Walton Log, publication date unknown:

Joanne Kay Draper Dodd, age 56, of Destin, Fla., went to be with Yeshua Ha'Maschiach (Jesus Our Messiah) on Tuesday evening, May 2, 2000.
She was born in Pontiac, Mich., raised in Memphis, and had lived in Destin for 26 years. Joanne loves her Lord Jesus Christ with all her heart and ministered his love to all she met. She was co-founder of the Noah's Ark Preschool Ministry of St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church and active in various ministries of the church.
She was nicknamed "Joy" by the many Russian and Ukranian immigrants that she helped. Joanne was named "Disabled Professional Woman of the Year" by the Fort Walton Beach Pilot Club of the Miracle Strip in 1992. This was three years before the Lord Jesus healed her completely of multiple sclerosis. She was past president of the Episcopal Women of the Church, St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea in Destin.
She is survived by her husband of 35 years, James M. Dodd; son and daughter-in-law, James Jr. and Debbie Dodd; grandchildren, Brandon and Audrey, all of Milton, Fla.; son, Michael Dodd of Cleveland, Tenn.; mother, Thelma Draper of Destin; sisters and brothers-in-law, Nancy and Richard Veldman of Destin, and Jackie and John Wetzel of Montrose, W.Va.; brother and sister-in-law, Harry and Terri Draper of Memphis; aunt, Marilyn Goggins of West Caldwell, N.J.; and aunt and uncle, Helen and Roy Bowlin of Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.
Funeral services will be conducted at St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in Destin at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 6, with Father Mike Hesse officiating. Interment will follow in Destin Memorial Cemetery. A reception will follow interment at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea, earmarked Uganda Fund, P.O. Box 338, Destin, FL 32540.
"I know whom I have believed and am persuaded that He is able to keep that which I have committed unto Him against that day."
McLaughlin Mortuary, 17 Chestnut Ave., Fort Walton Beach, entrusted with arrangements.

Reid DuBard ('67) [posted October 31, 2002] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, March 15, 1972.

Joint Services Today
Joint services will be held at 2 p.m. today [March 15, 1972] at First Evangelical Church for Miss Helen L. Tully and Reid W. DuBard, killed Monday [March 13, 1972] in a car accident near Carthage, Tenn. Burial for both will be in Memorial Park with Tredwell-Norris Funeral Home in charge.
Miss Tully, 22, was the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Bartlett C. Tully of 2218 Kirby Road. Mr. DuBard, 23, was the son of Dr. and Mrs. Horton DuBard of 6460 Strathspey. They were killed while driving from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, which they attended, to Memphis for spring vacation.

James Vicory Duffel ('60) [posted April 6, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, April 6 2012:

James Vicory Duffel, 70, of Memphis, TN, died peacefully Wednesday, April 4, 2012, a day before the passing of his mother, Elizabeth Duffel. His wife, Stella Duffel; son, Steven Duffel and daughter-in-law, Michelle Duffel were all with him at the time of his death. Mr. Duffel is also survived by his brother, Bill Duffel of Nashville and granddaughters, Chelsea and Alyssa. He was loved dearly. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Friday, April 6 at Forest Hill East Funeral Home. Services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday at the funeral home with interment to follow. Forest Hill East Funeral Home 901-382-1000

Bill Dumas ('64) [posted August 10, 2024] - From whiterivernow.com, August 9, 2024:

     Bill Dumas, 77, of Mountain View, was called to come to his heavenly home on August 5, 2024. He was born in Dallas, TX, on September 18, 1946, to William T. Dumas, Sr., and Annie Lennice Campbell Dumas.
      The family moved to Memphis, TN when Bill was 9 years old, where he lived most of his life. He attended East High School, the University of Mississippi-Ole Miss, and Memphis State University where he graduated in 1972 with a B.A. in biology and a M.Ed. He began teaching high school science in 1972 and became a guidance counselor in 1988. Most of his teaching years were spent in Shelby County schools at Bartlett High School and Collierville High School. He loved all his students and kept in touch with many through the years.
      He met his wife, Bonnie, in 1986 and they married in 1990. They enjoyed traveling west during the summers and had many wonderful times doing this. He loved college football and his Ole Miss Rebels, he never missed a game.
      Upon retiring in 2004, he worked part-time as a substitute teacher at Arlington High School in the community where they lived for 16 years before moving to Mountain View in 2008. They visited Mountain View first in 1988 on a church retreat and fell in love with the beauty of the Ozarks and the music culture here. It was their dream to build a home and retire here and that dream was accomplished in September 2008 when they made Mountain View their permanent home.
      Bill loved to read and sit on his back deck overlooking the ”million-dollar view” with his cats. He loved going to Walmart and fellowshipping there with everyone he knew. Anytime he was in town he always made a drive by the Pickin’ Park on the way home to see if any of his favorite musicians were gathered playing there or at the Inn at Mountain View parlor. People loved Bill because he was a little different than most. His brilliant mind went places that the average person did not think of going. You never knew what he was going to say, but it was something usually profound. He loved to talk about spiritual things and he wanted all people he met to know Jesus and what He did for him. He often posted these spiritual thoughts on his Facebook page and ministered to many through that social outlet. He also ministered to and served others through several churches in Mountain View, First Baptist Church, Siloam Fellowship, and most recently helped start a new group of believers at the 12:2 Fellowship. He loved people and all of God’s creatures, especially his cats, Boots, Evie, and Harvey. He learned to love dogs too and took good care of Dolly, Bonnie’s baby when Bonnie was away. He will be missed by many.
      Bill is survived by his wife of 34 years, Bonnie Cleaves Dumas; Sister-in-law Barbara Reinert Dumas of Spearfish, SD; nieces Dacia Dumas Kacala of Bristow, VA, and Danielle Dumas Mead (Jason) of Cheyenne, WY; great niece Whitney Mead and great nephews Tucker Mead, and Cameron Kacala. He is preceded in death by his parents William T. Dumas, Sr. and Annie Lennice Campbell Dumas, and his brother, Jerry Dumas ['58].
      Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, August 24 at the Roller-Crouch Chapel from 10 to 10:30 a.m. and a memorial service to be at 10:30 a.m.

Prior to his death, Bill Dumas was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1964 page.

Jerry Dumas ('58) [posted August 3, 2015] - From Fidler-Isburg Funeral Chapel, Spearfish, South Dakota, August 3, 2015, updated August 4, 2015:

Jerry Campbell Dumas, 75, of Spearfish, South Dakota, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 31, 2015 at Fort Meade VA Medical Center.
He was born May 3, 1940 in Terrell, Texas to William Travis Dumas and Annie Lennice (Campbell) Dumas. He is survived by his wife of over 47 years, Barbara Louise Reinert Dumas; daughters, Dacia Kacala of Bristow, Virginia and Danielle (Jason) Mead of Cheyenne, Wyoming; three grandchildren; brother, William Travis (Bonnie) Dumas Jr. of Mountain View, Arkansas; nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and father.
Jerry graduated from U. of Mississippi. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a pilot, later as an agent of the FBI, and then spent 23 years with the U.S. State Department.
Visitation will be from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Thursday, August 27, 2015 at Fidler-Isburg Funeral Chapel in Spearfish. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, August 28, 2015 Mountain View Baptist Church in Spearfish. Burial with military honors provided by the Spearfish Honor Guard and the US Air Force will take place at Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis, SD. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to benefit the Fort Meade VA Hospice unit and Young Life of Spearfish.
Online condolences may be written at www.fidler-isburgfuneralchapels.com

Prior to his death, Jerry Dumas was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1958 page.

Larry Dunavant ('57) [posted January 31, 2021] - From The Kentucky Enquirer, August 27, 2015:

William L. "Larry" Dunavant, 76, entered into eternal life on Sunday, August 23, 2015. He was the son of the late Garnett Larimore Dunavant and Willona Earp Nickles. Larry devoted his life to his family and architecture. He was a Master Mason in Lodge 949, veteran of the US Marine Corps, pilot, member of the American Legion and the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Larry was also one of the first soccer coaches for Boone County High School. Larry will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 52 years, Anna Dunavant; his son Scott (Amy) Dunavant; sister Marilyn Dunavant ['62]; and brother in law Doug McCord (Kathy); grandchildren Kristen, Alex and Ryan; as well as many family members and friends. Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2015 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Linnemann Funeral Home and Event Center in Burlington, KY with Service to follow. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Bluegrass, 7388 Turfway Road, Suite 202, Florence, KY 41042 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences to www.linnemannfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Patt Duncan ('68) [posted October 13, 2005] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 13, 2005:

PATRICIA ANN DUNCAN CURTIS, 54, of Memphis TN. Ms. Curtis succumbed to ovarian cancer on October 12, 2005 at home. Ms. Curtis was a graduate of East High School and the University of Tennessee School of radiologic technology. She was an active member of the radiology field in Memphis for nearly four decades, and accredited with the ARRT(R) (M) (CRA), ARDMS, and a member of the ASRT and AHRA. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Services will be 3 p.m. Friday, October 14,at Brantley Funeral Home in Olive Branch, with interment at Memorial Park Southwoods. She is survived by her mother, Geneva Lomonica, a son, Chris Curtis, two grandsons, Randy Curtis and Michael Denman, all of Memphis, Tn. and a sister, Joan Wooley of Southaven, Ms. The family wishes to give thanks to friends and the congregation of Hope Presbyterian for their help, prayers, and support. Brantley Funeral Home Olive Branch 662-895-2310

Prior to her death, Patt Duncan was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1968 page.

Kay Dunlap ('70) [posted October 19, 2008] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 25, 1991:

KAY LYNN DUNLAP, 39, of Memphis, professional singer, died Friday at William F. Bowld Hospital. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. Miss Dunlap attended East High School and Memphis State University, majoring in speech and drama. She also attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She worked with the theater group after college and also worked as a professional singer. She toured with several bands throughout the Southern states. She leaves her mother, Mrs. Fay Webb Dunlap of Memphis.

Dwight Leonard Durrett ('73) [posted August 20, 2006] - From The Commercial Appeal, August 20, 2006:

DWIGHT LEONARD DURRETT, 51, of Memphis, salesman for Nu-Prime, alumni of East High School, died Thursday, August 17, 2006 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, August 24 at Harrison's Funeral Home Chapel, 2647 Carnes Avenue. Remains will lie in state Friday, August 25 from 11-11:55 a.m. at Greater Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 3077 Johnson Avenue, where he was a member. Funeral ceremony will be at 12 p.m. with interment to follow at New Park Memorial Gardens, 3900 Sewanee Road, Pastor Willie H. Lester, officiating. He leaves to cherish his memories; his wife, Gloria; his son, DeMario Moore; his daughters, D'Angela Durrett, Moriah R. Durrett and April Michelle Durrett; his mother and stepfather, Ella D. and Willie Cartwright; five sisters, Sandra D. Harris, Eva C. (Charles K.) Jones, Loretta D. Slaughter, Joan D. Suggars, and Gloria (Gregory) Moore; six brothers, Turner Lacey, Paul Lacey, William Lacey, Rex (Venessa) Durrett, John Durrett and Otis B. Durrett; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. www.harrisonfuneralhome.com

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Bill Earngey ('61) ("Earngey") [posted September 13, 2016 - From Nelson Funeral Services:

BILL EARNGEY a resident of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, was born March 21, 1943 in Norfolk, Virginia, a son of Willard Phelps Earngey, Jr. and Ada Sue Thomas. He departed this life Sunday, August 21, 2016 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, at the age of 73 years.
     
     Bill proudly served his country joining the United States Marine Corp.
     He is survived by his daughters, Emma Earngey of Florida and Carrie Earngey Wallace and husband, Philip of Oregon; four sisters, Lynne Earngey ['58] Fisher of Tennessee; Martha Earngey of Texas; Linda Taylor of California; Ilene Walker of Colorado and three grandchildren, Elijah Langdon, Scotty Wallace and Audrey Wallace. He is also survived by Terri Weems, Bri Freeman, Bryan Adams and Rudy and her pups of the home and a host of other family, friends and loved ones.
     He was united in marriage with Mary Adelyn Sims who preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his father and stepmother, Willard and Irma Earngey and his mother, Ada Sue Thomas.
     Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, August 29, 2016 at the Eureka Springs Cemetery, Eureka Springs, Arkansas with Lyn Jerit officiating. Following the service there will be a gathering of friends and loved ones at the Cottage Inn Restaurant on Hwy 62 West, Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Arrangements were under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Mike Earp ('52) [updated January, 1998] - From The Commercial Appeal, August 3, 1997:

Orson K. `Mike' Earp Jr., a vanguard in Memphis's real estate market, died of cardiovascular failure Friday [August 1, 1997] at Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was 62.
Mr. Earp, a Memphis native, was a lifetime member of the Memphis Board of Realtors' Multimillion Dollar Club, an honor that comes after selling a high volume of real estate for five consecutive years.
Mr. Earp was a member of the first football team at East High School and graduated in the school's second-ever class. He graduated from Washington and Lee University, where he was president of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and a member of Sigma.
After a two-year stint in the Marines, Mr. Earp began a career in insurance and later moved into the field that would make him successful: real estate.
Mr. Earp became chairman, president and chief executive officer at the Galbreath Company before he was recruited by Marx & Bensdorf Real Estate & Investment Co. in 1977.
He became chairman of the company in 1980. His co-owner and partner in the 30-agent firm, David Okeon, said the company sold $93 million worth of real estate last year under Mr. Earp's leadership.
"I would say he was the rudder and the guiding force behind the firm," Okeon said. "He had excellent administrative and management skills."
Besides real estate, Mr. Earp stayed busy in civic and social organizations.
He was president of the Phoenix Club and played a leading role in founding the Boys Clubs here in the early 1960s, said his daughter, Lisa Earp Wilder of Memphis.
He was a past president of the Tennessee Club, a past chairman of the Memphis/Shelby County Insurance Advisory Committee, a member of the Memphis Country Club and an elder at Idlewild Presbyterian Church.
Mr. Earp also was active in the Regional Cancer Center at Memphis, the Memphis Rotary Club and the Memphis Cancer Society.
Wilder said Mr. Earp's favorite recreation was visiting with his grandchildren.
Besides his daughter, Mr. Earp, the husband of Claudia Elizabeth Willins Earp, also leaves two other daughters, Martha Earp Cottam of Memphis, and Marguerite Earp McGowan of Dallas; two sisters, Martha Earp Canale and Helen Earp West, both of Memphis, and seven grandchildren.
Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday [August 4, 1997] at Idlewild Presbyterian Church with burial in Memorial Park. Canale Funeral Directors has charge.
The family asks that any memorials be sent to Idlewild Presbyterian Church, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Memphis or a charity of the donor's choice.

Leslie E. Eason ('51) [posted January 8, 2000]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 23, 1997:

Dr. Leslie E. Eason, 64, of Memphis, anesthesiologist for the Medical Group, died of complications from diabetes Monday [September 22, 1997] at Methodist Hospital. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel with burial in Memorial Park. He was a partner in the Medical Group from 1965-1991. He was a captain and flight surgeon in the Air Force. He was a member of the first graduating class of East High School and the graduated from the University of Tennessee Medical School in 1954. He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha at the University of Memphis. Dr. Eason, the husband of Linda Porter Eason for 41 years, also leaves two daughters, Lee Anne Eason and Lynne Ellen Canestrari; and two sons, Leslie E. Eason Jr., and Landon Porter Eason, all of Memphis; a sister, Gladys Wright of Hot Springs, Ark,; a brother, Dr. Hamel Eason of Memphis, and six grand children. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Central Church or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Linda East ('58) [posted July 25, 2017]
From The Commercial Appeal, July 25, 2017:

Linda E. Adams, 77, of Senatobia, MS passed away July 23, 2017 at her residence. She is survived by her husband, Dr. A. M. Adams; daughter, Shannon Adams; and son, Macon Adams all of Senatobia, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Mary East and her aunt Mina Marshall. Mrs. Adams graduated from East High School in Memphis and from Memphis State University. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Magnolia Heights School, The Baddour Center or a charity of choice. A visitation will be held Tuesday, July 25, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Pate-Jones Funeral Home in Senatobia. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 26, at 10:00 a.m. at Bethesda Cemetery in Senatobia.
Pat Jones Funeral Home, 662-562-4481

Tim Eaton (associated with the class of '66) [posted January 3, 2000]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 3, 2000:

TIMOTHY WARD EATON, 52, of Memphis, owner of Eaton Imports and First Class Gift Shops, died of cancer Saturday [January 1, 2000] at Memphis Veterans Medical Center. Services will be at noon Thursday [January 6, 2000] at Germantown Presbyterian Church with burial in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. Family Funeral Care has charge. He was a Vietnam War Army veteran. Mr. Eaton leaves a daughter, Jennifer Eaton Prest; a companion he lived with, Lynn Shea; his mother, Sylvia Eaton; two sisters, Sandra Eaton Saunders and Beth Eaton Washington, and three brothers, Stephen Shawn Eaton, Dennis Craig Eaton and David Bron Eaton, all of Memphis, and a grandchild. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society.

Olney Wesley Edmiston (associated with the Class of '62), [posted December 5, 2014]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 4, 2014

Olney Wesley Edmiston, 72, died on November 28, 2014. High Point Chapel 901-454-5795

Frank Edwards ('55) [posted November 3, 2010]
From The Commercial Appeal, November 3, 2010:

Arthur Frank Edwards Jr., 73, died on October 28, 2010. Memorial Park, 767-8930

Visitation: noon -1pm, Thursday, November 04, 2010, Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis.
Graveside service: 1:00 pm, Thursday, November 04, 2010, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Memphis.

Steve Eggers (associated with the Class of '68) [posted November 22, 2013]
From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, September 18, 2013:

EGGERS, Steve Dateline: Milledgeville. Stephen A. Eggers, 63, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 14, 2013. Steve was born in Memphis TN, to Jack and Josephine Eggers, and lived most of his life in Atlanta GA, later moving to Milledgeville GA when he retired. Steve Graduated with a Masters degree from Georgia Tech, but his true college love was his Alma Mater, Auburn University. Steve had a successful career as Chief Financial Officer for several companies. He helped start Dowden Communications, a Cable Television company in Atlanta in the late 1970's, and later was Chief Financial Officer for Fisher Precision Spindles, in Hartford Connecticut. Steve was an avid golfer, and enjoyed a good game of blackjack or poker. He is survived by his two brothers, Louis [Eggers (associated with the Class of '66)], of Milledgeville GA and Andy [Eggers (class association unknown)] of Sylva NC, and numeroius nieces and nephews. Steve was a friend to all, and will be missed. Memorial Donations may be made in Steve's name to the Red Cross of Georgia. Express online condolences at www.williamsfuneralhome.net. Williams Funeral Home of Milledgeville in charge of arrangments.

Martha Eggleston ('69) [posted January 13, 2023]
From Collierville Funeral Home, Collierville, Tennessee:

     Martha Eggleston Adams, 71, of Memphis, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2023 in Collierville. Visitation will be Monday January 16th from 12:00 to 2:00 pm at Collierville Funeral Home, 534 W. Poplar Ave. Funeral service will immediately follow at the same location from 2:00 to 3:00 pm.
      Martha Adams was born June 17, 1951 to Merrill and Elizabeth Eggleston of Memphis, TN. She graduated from East High School in 1969 and met her husband, Carl Wayne Adams, at the University of Memphis in 1973 and the wedding was in 1974. They have been in a loving marriage for just over 48 years and were each other’s best friend.
      Known for her cheerfulness and kind spirit, she offered empathy, friendship, and encouragement to each person in her life. She maintained a nurturing and loving spirit despite her lengthy battle against a cruel disease, Alzheimer’s. During her life, she drew great strength, joy and comfort from her loving marriage and her faith in Jesus Christ.
      She delighted in her family; her son and daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren, granddog Jolene, nieces and nephews, and sisters all were so precious to her. To know Martha meant you were loved deeply by her.
      Mrs. Adams was preceded in death by her brother, John Eggleston ('67), and both of her parents.
      She is survived by her husband, Wayne, of Collierville, TN; her son David Adams of Nashville, TN and daughter Lori Braithwait (Ross) of Germantown, TN; her sisters Beth [Eggleston (associated with Class of '72)] Caples (Jimmy), Becky Eggleston (class association, if any, unknown), and Janet [Eggleston ('64)] Turner (Jim); her granddaughter and grandson, Bailey and Banks Braithwait; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
      Those wishing to donate in lieu of flowers may give donations to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s team led by her son David and husband Wayne (please scan QR code below) or to the Memphis Humane Society, as she loved dogs almost as much as (maybe more than) her own kids. Martha will be missed by many, but never forgotten. Heaven just welcomed a special Angel back home.

Frances Elder ('57) [posted June 7, 2007]
It is reported that no obituary was published upon the death Frances Elder. The East High Alumni Page believes the following to accurately reflect official and/or published records:
Fraces Irene Sutton, 52, died July 22, 1991, in San Francisco, California. At the time of her death, her survivors included her parents Harold and Sarah Elder of Memphis, Tennessee; a sister Doris Jean Valentine of Memphis; a brother, Robert H. Elder of Collinsville, Alabama.

Patsy Ellington ('60) [posted August 19, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 19, 2007:

PATSY M. HOKE, 65, passed to heaven to join our Lord Jesus on August 15, 2007. Patsy is the granddaughter of Edgar and Mary Ellington and William and Mary Myracle; the daughter of Bruce and Peggy Ellington; the mother of three sons, Kevin Dougher, Kelly Dougher, wife Lacy and Hunter Hoke; the brother to Ken Ellington ['72] and wife Jan; the sister to Susan Evans; the niece to Billy and Sue Deloach, Carline Myracle, Joe Myracle, Gene Myracle, and Shirley Myracle. Patsy, a retired employee of Methodist Hospital, graduated from East High School and had attended University of Memphis. Her cousin, Pastor Billy Myracle will be performing a memorial service at Collierville Bible Church on Tuesday, August 21, at 3 p.m. The family requests that all donations be sent to West Clinic Cancer Center. The family also rejoices that by the grace of our Lord Jesus, she lives. Collierville Bible Church is located at 806 Wolf River Blvd, Phone is 854-2500. High Point Funeral Chapel 901-454-5795

Milton Ellis ('64) [posted March 5, 2023
From Brentwood-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home, Brentwood, Tennessee.

     Milton Hicks Ellis III, 76, of Brentwood, TN, entered into rest on February 28, 2023. Milton was the son of the late Milton Hicks Ellis, Jr. and Margaret Harris Ellis. He was born in Clarksdale, MS on February 24, 1947. Milton graduated from East High School in Memphis, TN, class of 1964 and received a Bachelor’s Degree from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
      Milton had a career in the pharmaceutical industry for 55 years that first took him to live in New Orleans, LA where he met his wife of 49 years, Mary Lynn Brumfield of New Roads, LA. Together they had 2 children, Milt and Caroline. His career moved them to New York, Delaware, Ohio, New Jersey, Sydney, Australia, and eventually back to Tennessee where they made many life-long friends along the way. He also had an employment agency in Nashville, TN for 20 years. During his career, Milton was twice honored with a Humanitarian Award by the National Organization for Rare Disorders for his efforts in bringing cures for rare diseases to those in need.
      Milton was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity and a cheerleader at the University of Tennessee. He loved his Tennessee Volunteers and was a lifelong supporter of athletics and academics and UT. Milton was an avid sailor and boater and loved spending time on the water whether on vacation or on his beloved Tennessee River. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and loyal friend to many. He lived life to the fullest until his final days.
      Milton is survived by his wife, Mary Lynn, and daughter Caroline E. Durst (Frank), of Brentwood, TN; his sister Nancy Taylor (Don); his brother Bill Ellis (Carol); his 3 grandchildren Hadley, Frank, and Knox; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Milton Hicks Ellis IV and his brother Charles Hamilton Ellis.
      Honorary Pallbearers will be Francis Marion Durst V and Knox Ellis Durst.

Prior to his death, Milton Ellis was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1964 page.

John Eubank ('68) [posted May 24, 2016
From The Commercial Appeal, May 24, 2016:

John D. Eubank Sr., 66, of Lakeland, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2016. A memorial service will be held Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 12:30 p.m. at Fellowship Baptist Church in Bartlett, Tennessee. The family will receive visitors from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. prior to the service.

Prior to his death, John Eubank was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1968 page.

James Mignon Evans ('56) [posted September 27, 2005]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 27, 2005:

James Mignon Evans [56], 67, died Monday [September 26, 2005], of cancer. He was born in Memphis on May 9, 1938, to M.K. Evans and Elizabeth Fulcher Evans, and was preceded in death by his daughter, Virginia Gayle Evans, and his brother, David Fulcher Evans. He is survived by his wife, Gayle Dupont Evans, whom he married Aug. 21, 1965; and his sons, Matthew Moseby Evans of Idaho Falls, Idaho; Benjamin Dupont Evans and his wife, Stacie Sanders, of Baltimore; and Bolin Briscoe Evans and his girlfriend, Sparrow Hall, of Knoxville. Mr. Evans graduated from East High School and Rice University. He received a Masters of Fine Arts in Architecture from Princeton University and served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army. After briefly practicing architecture in Washington, D.C., he returned to Memphis in 1968 and commenced a 37-year practice with the architectural firm now known as Evans, Taylor, Foster, Childress. His work received numerous awards from professional organizations. He had served as president of the Memphis chapter of the American Institute of Architects and as vice president of AIA Tennessee. He led and organized the Francis Mah Fellowship Committee He had also served as a vestry member and junior warden of Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church, as president of Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal School, as a member of the board of directors and as president of Dismas House Memphis and was a member of the University Club and Rotary Club. The service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday [September 28, 2005] at Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church. The family will receive guests at the church one hour before the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 1720 Peabody Ave., Memphis, 38104; Church Health Center of Memphis, 1210 Peabody Ave., Memphis, 38104; or Emmanuel Episcopal Center, 604 Saint Paul Ave., Memphis, 38126. Canale Funeral Directors 901-452-6400

Lonnie Evans ('61) [posted September 17, 2021]
From The Daily Memphian, September 16, 2021:

     Lawrence E. "Lonnie" Evans, retired Auto Zone executive, died September 13, 2021, at Methodist University Hospital of complications from a stroke. He was 77.
      Mr. Evans was a graduate of East High School and Southwestern at Memphis (now Rhodes College). With a liberal arts degree, he qualified for an entry-level position mopping floors for Super D Drugstores. While working at Super D he attended night law school and earned a Juris Doctor degree from the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at the University of Memphis.
      After a few years of practicing law, he returned to Super D and helped lay the groundwork for a new enterprise, Auto Shack, later renamed Auto Zone. As senior executive vice president in charge of real estate development, Mr. Evans oversaw site selection and construction of Auto Zone stores nationwide. During his tenure the chain grew from 300 to more than 3,000 stores.
      On the social side, Mr. Evans was instrumental in reviving "Curbi," an irregular society created in the 1950s by newspapermen as a Cotton Carnival spoof. Curbi was made up of spectators who sat on the curb watching official Carnival crewes parade down Main Street on their elaborate floats. The revived Curbi was headquartered at the old P&H (Poor & Hungry) Cafe on Madison where Mr. Evans was crowned the society's "Emperor for Life."
      In honor of his abiding support for the U of M law school, a room housing special collections was named for him. Mr. Evans was a member of Mensa International.
      He leaves his wife, Beverly Walls Evans; a daughter, Herron Evans of Memphis; a son, Bevan Evans and his fiancee, Haley Williams, of Whitefish, Montana. He was predeceased by his parents, Lawrence B. and Isabel Evans, and a sister, Dr. Lorraine Evans ['63].
      The family requests that any memorials be sent to Rhodes College or the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at the University of Memphis.
      A memorial service will be held at a later date. Canale Funeral Home has charge.

Loraine Evans ('63) [posted June 19, 2018]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 16, 2018:

Dr. Loraine Evans, 73, died June 14, 2018. She was a beloved mother and founder of Pediatric Associates of West Memphis. She was a graduate of East High school in Memphis; Newcomb College in New Orleans; and UT Medical School in Memphis. She is survived by her loving daughter Elaine and her brother, Lawrence [Evans ('61)]. Memorial services will be announced at a later time.

Mary Evans ('70) [posted April 9, 2020]
From The Commercial Appeal, April 5, 2020:

     Mary Evans Cole was born in Memphis on December 27, 1952, the daughter of Thomas Airey Evans, Jr. and Madelon Walker Evans. She died on April 3, 2020 after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. Mary graduated from East High School. She attended Memphis State and was a member of Phi Mu sorority. Mary enjoyed 46 years of marriage to her devoted husband, Roger Lewis Cole, Sr.
      She is survived by her husband Roger Lewis Cole, Sr., two children, Roger Cole, Jr. (Sarah Ella), Katie Thomas (Ed), and four grandsons, Airey Cole, Campbell Cole, Lewis Thomas and Cole Thomas. Mary was preceded in death by her parents.
      She was a devoted parishioner of St. Louis Catholic Church were she was a member of the Women's Guild, Altar Guild and Cursillo. She was formerly a member of the Memphis Junior League where she enjoyed volunteering teaching children how to read. Among her many volunteer activities she, her husband, family and friends dedicated time and effort to raising hundreds of thousands of dollars to help find a cure for multiple sclerosis. To continue her efforts in the fight against MS she chose to donate organs for MS research.
      The family is grateful for the many nurses and caregivers at Ave Maria, St. Francis greenhouse who dedicated the last 27 months to lovingly caring for Mary. They would also like to thank the nurses at Crossroads Hospice for their care in her final days.
      Unfortunately, due to the current situation with COVID-19, the graveside service will be private for the immediate family. The family will have a celebration of life Mass at a later date.
      In lieu of flowers, the family requests that all memorials be sent to Multiple Sclerosis, Mid-South Chapter, 214 Overlook Circle, Suite 153, Brentwood, TN 37027. www.nationalmssociety.org/Chapters/TNS/Donate

Nancy Ezell ('59) [posted September 9, 2014]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 7, 2014:

Southaven - NANCY EZELL COTTAM KING died suddenly at her home in Southaven on September 5, 2014. She was born November 30, 1941, to Noland and Marybelle Ezell. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Philip Cottam, her husband, Bill King, and son, John Cottam. Nancy graduated from East High and attended the University of Tennessee. She opened State Beauty Supply with her husband Phil, and continued to run the business with son, Tim. She was an avid University of Memphis and Memphis and Grizzles basketball fan and enjoyed working in her yard. Nancy is survived by her sons, Tim Cottam (Kyla) and Russell Cottam; her grandchildren, Matthew and Luke Cottam, Hannah Cottam, and Tori Cottam; her sisters, Ellie Appling of Germantown, TN, and Libby Berry (David) of Soddy Daisy, TN. Nancy’s service will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home on Poplar with visitation, 5-7 p.m.. Monday, September 8 and funeral services at 11:30 a.m Tuesday, September 9. The family requests in lieu of flowers friends send donations to Palmer House, P.O. Box 929, Hernando, MS. 38632 or charity of choice . Memorial Park Funeral Home.

Mara Ezernieks ('61) [posted October 10, 2010]
From The Commercial Appeal, October 10, 2010:

Virginia, Charlottesville - Mara Ezernieks Evans, 67, of Charlottesville, VA died on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at the Hospice House of the Piedmont. Born February 23, 1943 in Gulbene, Latvia, she was the daughter of the late Janis and Anna Kesners Ezernieks. Mara and her family immigrated to the United States when she was 5 years old to Strayhorn, MS, moved to Halls, TN and finally settled in Memphis, TN. She became a Naturalized Citizen at 13 years old and completed high school in 1961 at East High School. She worked for several years as an EEG Technician at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in Memphis, TN and retired as an Executive Secretary in the banking industry and moved to Charlottesville, VA. When crossing the Blue Ridge Mountains at Afton Mountain, Mara proclaimed her new home was the most beautiful place in the world. After establishing our new home she immediately joined the Virginia Master Gardeners' Program. After completing her training she received Letters of Appreciation for working on new Master Gardener Training programs, being a Mentor, a Service Award for volunteering more than 2,000 hours, and earned Master Gardener of the Year for 2004. She received a Letter of Appreciation from the Jefferson Area Board for Aging for her time and caring of their horticulture therapy program and the Healing Arts Garden. Additionally she broadened her learning by completing the Tree Steward Training given through the Virginia Department of Forestry. Mara loved her adopted country, her family, especially the grandchildren and anyone who wanted to talk, learn, or know anything about gardening. She was proud to be of Latvia descent and was always ready to celebrate and share all Latvian customs. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile, wonderful personality, always offering encouragement and never letting anything get her down. She is survived by her husband Hayward D. Evans of Charlottesville, VA, and her two children, her daughter Jennifer Tomes and her husband Keith, of Memphis, TN and their three children Sydney Brittain, Sadie Braxton, and Summer Bronwyn, her son Gregory King and his wife Bonnie and their two children Anna Leigh and Skylar Ross of Memphis, TN, her brother Uldis [Ezernieks ('59)] and his wife Linda of Alexandria, VA and their two children Kevin and Vanessa. She is also survived by her special cousins, Maruta Krastins and her husband Evars, Juris Jurbergs and his wife Gunta, both of Memphis, TN and Atis Jurbergs and his wife Diane of Chicago, IL. Special friends in her life were Elsa Powell and Wanda White, both of Memphis, TN. Other special friends were Tom Walsh, Dr. Sue McCoy, Charlotte Herbert, Margie Giuliano, Suzanne Drinkard, Larry and Elizabeth Randall, M. Adamson, Grif and Jane Ann Griffis and many of the other Master Gardeners for their friendship and support the last several months. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Susan Modesitt, Dr. Melissa Henrietta, RN, Jana Briedis-Ruiz, cancer coordinator, all of UVA Oncology Department, all of the staff in the Infusion Center at UVA Hospital, Nurses: Mary Dillon, Kathy Roach, Suzanna, Sara and Ann with Hospice of the Piedmont and nurses: Lori Connolly, Wendy and Amber and the entire staff at the Hospice House. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday October 12, 2010 at Twelve Noon in the Chapel at Hill and Wood Funeral Home, 201 North First Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite #300, Charlottesville, VA 22911. Friends may send condolences to the family at www.hillandwood. com. Hill and Wood Funeral Home (434)296-6148

Uldis Ezernieks ('59) [posted May 22, 2013]
From The Commercial Appeal, May 22, 2013:

ULDIS EZERNIEKS, age 71, of Alexandria, VA passed away on Saturday, 11 May 2013 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital of complications from Wegener's Granulomatosis, a rare form of vasculitis. He was born in Gulbene, Latvia in 1941. At the end of WWII, he immigrated with his family to the US and settled in Memphis. He attended Bellevue Elementary School and graduated from East High School in 1959. He attended CBC in Memphis before joining the US army. During his deployment to Augsburg, Germany in 1965 he married Linda Boyd of Memphis, TN. After completing his Army tour, he and Linda remained in Augsburg, where their two children were born. He worked as a civilian employee for the Department of the Army in Augsburg from 1966 to 1974 and as an employee of the Department of Defense Schools in Giessen, Germany from 1974 to 2003. He was much loved and admired by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Linda, his son, Kevin, his daughter, Vanessa, his niece Jennifer Tomes, his nephew Greg King and his cousins, Maruta Krastins, Juris Jurbergs and Atis Jurbergs. A memorial service will be held in Memphis, TN at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 6865 Poplar Pike, at 5 p.m. on Thursday, 23 May 2013. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bedford Stem Cell Research Foundation or to the American Red Cross

Carol Ezzell ('61) [posted April 26, 2018]
From The Commercial Appeal, April 26, 2018:

     Carol Ezzell Boles passed away on April 23, 2018.      Carol was born on November 5, 1942 to the late Thomas Mason Ezzell, Sr. and Frances Latimer Ezzell. She was predeceased by a son, Timmy Crawford and grandson, Jesse Dunn.      She grew up in Memphis, attended East High School. She had been living in Dickson, TN for the past twenty years.      Carol is survived by her two daughters, Sueann Ward of Pelham, AL and Ellen Lee of Memphis; her brother, Mason Ezzell Jr. ['62] and sister, Frances Ezzell ['66] Williams, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and five nieces and nephews.       She also leaves numerous life long friends whom the family wishes to thank for all their love and support and her hospice team from Crossroads, Mandy Medlin and Verlean Hibbler.      A gathering of close friends and family will be held at a later date.

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Tom Faber ('59) [posted October 12, 2000]
From The Commercial Appeal, October 12, 2000:

Thomas John Faber, of Newnan, Georgia, was born in Chicago, Illinois, in June of 1941. At the age of three, he moved with his family to Memphis, Tennessee, and remained until he attended college. Growing up, Tom was involved in Scouting (Eagle Scout), hunting, fishing, and sports. Tom graduated from Mississippi State with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He worked for LaClede Street, U.S. Air Force, The Clorox Co., Kingsford Charcoal Co., Bonner Construction, and was a Senior Project Manager for MetricConstructors.
Tom lost his one and one-half year battle with brain cancer on Tuesday, October 10, 2000. He was a devoted parent to his daughters, a manager who cared about his people, a breeder who, along with his wife, was actively involved with his Morgan Horses, and a person who had a heart for God and life.
Tom is preceded in death by his parents, John Faber and Dorothy Branch Faber. He is survived by two brothers: Dr. Robert B. Faber ['62] of Nashville, Tennessee, and Richard A. Faber ['67] of Memphis, Tennessee; his wife, Melody R. Faber of Newnan; and two daughters, Lisa L. Faber of Lausanne, Switzerland and Shannon D. Faber of Bethesda, M.D.
Visitation hours are being held at McKoon Funeral Home, 38 Jackson Street, Newnan,GA, on Friday, October 13 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Reverend Russell Kendrick will conduct funeral services on Saturday, October 14, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 576 Roscoe Road, Newnan, GA. Burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the St. Paul's Episcopal Church Building Fund at the above address.

Ann Fakes ('52) [posted September 29, 2014] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 28, 2014:

Ann Fakes Gehlmann, 79, passed away on September 23, 2014 in Cookeville, Tennessee following a long illness. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on August 26, 1935 to Valeria Motley Fakes and Roger Edmonds Fakes. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Karl Gehlmann. Ann was a graduate of East High School in Memphis and earned her bachelors degree at Southwestern College (now Rhodes College) in Memphis, where she was a member of Chi Omega sorority and Psi Chi, national honorary society in psychology. She received her masters degree from the University of Tennessee School of Social Work in Nashville. Additionally, she received the Rhoda O’Meara Award for outstanding achievement in the field of public service. Ann’s many years of work with the Tennessee Department of Human Services focused on foster care, adoption, and residential care for children. Following her retirement, she began a twelve-year career in interior decorating. Ann was an artist, a seeker of interesting experiences, a football fan, and a world traveler who expanded her horizons with each adventure. She surrounded herself with friends and art, both of which she lovingly collected throughout her life. She had a gift for hospitality, a delightful sense of humor, an intense curiosity about life, and remarkable courage and faith in facing the end of life. Ann was a resident of Nashville for more than four decades. At the time of her death, she lived with her daughter, Jan Thorne, and son-in-law, Bill, in Cookeville. She is also survived by her daughter, Joan Douglas, and son-in-law, Joe, her granddaughters, Madison Ann Douglas and Rachel Morgan Douglas all of Bowling Green, Kentucky, her brother, Roger E. Fakes ['56] of Memphis, and her step-grandchildren, Lyda Bailey, Enoch Thorne, Gabriel Thorne, Crystal Thorne, and Brandy Gibson. She was a member of Second Presbyterian Church in Nashville, where a memorial service will be conducted by the Reverend Doctor Mary Louise McCullough at 11 a.m. on October 25, 2014. Following the service, a celebration of Ann’s life will take place at the home of Carole Kenner, 1901 Cedar Lane in Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Second Presbyterian Church, 3511 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215, or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Roger Fakes ('52) [posted September 19, 2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 19, 2018:

     Roger Edmonds Fakes, age 79, died peacefully at home on September 16, 2018. Roger was born in Little Rock, Arkansas to Roger Edmonds Fakes, Sr. and Valeria Motley Fakes and moved to Memphis with his family where he lived the rest of his life. He graduated from East High School in 1956, and it was there that he met his bride to be, Gladys "Gibby" Gibson Hall ['58]. He graduated from Memphis State University (now University of Memphis) where he was President of Kappa Sigma fraternity. Roger married Gibby shortly after graduating college and loved her deeply for 36 years until she lost a long and courageous battle with breast cancer in 1998.
      Roger worked effectively and tirelessly at Auto Chlor System Inc. for over thirty-four years and last served as Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer. During his tenure there, he impacted every aspect of the business including dealer relations, chemical research / production and equipment design. He served on national industry boards and was the recipient of his industry's highest honor, the Spes Hominum Award in 1989. A member of Second Presbyterian Church for over forty years, he sang in the choir all that time and loved his church family.
      Roger was a true jack of all trades and gifted in so many ways. He performed as a self-taught musician throughout high school and college and worked as a studio musician at the legendary Sun Studios in Memphis and released several 45's during his time there. He was an inventor and held several US Patents. He played the Hammond organ for years and loved to hold jam sessions at the house where he and his friends would play into the night. He had a sharp mind, was conversant on most topics, and was able to quickly understand almost any mechanical device and to repair it in his shop.
      Other memberships and involvement included US Naval Air Reserve (VP-793 Anti-submarine Warfare Squadron), Memphis Country Club, Board of Directors Memphis Christian Fellowship Retreat, and Board of Directors at the Christian Psychological Center. His most loved activities included spending time with his extended family who he cherished, encouraged and lovingly supported and pursued.
      Roger was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and his sister, Margaret Ann Fakes ['58] Gehlmann of Nashville, Tennessee. He is survived by his children Margaret Van Fakes Magness (Greg) of Fort Smith, Arkansas and Roger Edmonds Fakes, Jr. of Memphis, Tennessee. His grandchildren are: John Gibson Magness, Anna Lindsey Magness, Mary Gibson "Gibby" Fakes and Roger Edmonds "Edmond" Fakes, III. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.
      A memorial service will be held at Second Presbyterian Church, 4055 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee) on Saturday, September 22 at 1 p.m., with visitation afterwards at the Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the choir program at Second Presbyterian Church.

Prior to his death, Roger Fakes was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1956 page.

Emily Fargotstein ('66) [posted January 26, 2018]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 26, 2018:

     Emily Fargotstein Poe, 69, of Memphis, Tennessee died January 24, 2018 in Memphis. Emily was born May 10, 1948, in Memphis to Esta (Katz) and Max Fargotstein. She attended East High School and obtained her Masters degrees in both Art Therapy and Education. Emily was a much beloved teacher at White Station High School and she often took classes to learn new ways and techniques to teach her students and to expand her teaching abilities.       Emily was a devoted, thoughtful, and generous sister, friend, and aunt and was loved and appreciated by everyone who knew her. Emily is survived by her sisters Susan Fargotstein ['62] Theran and Laura Fargotstein ['70] Riskind (John) and brothers Shep [Fargotstein '72] (Margaret) and Bill (Leslie) Fargotstein and beloved nieces Sally Theran (John), Rachel Theran-Teixeira (Steve), Molly Fargotstein and Ariel Riskind as well as nephews Sam (Rebecca), Max, Jack, and Leo Fargotstein and Zachary Riskind (Victoria) and great-nieces Miriam and Elise Bergeron, Brianna Fargotstein and great-nephew Alex Teixeira. Emily was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Gayle Fargotstein ['63], and her nephew David Fargotstein.       Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, January 28, 2018 in the Levy-Cooper Chapel at Temple Israel Cemetery, 1708 Hernando Road, Memphis.

Gayle Fargotstein ('63) [posted October 17, 2013]
From The Commercial Appeal, October 17, 2013:

Gayle Fargotstein, 68, of Memphis, passed away on October 8, 2013. She was the daughter of the late Esta and Max Fargotstein of Memphis. She leaves behind her siblings and their spouses: Susan Fargotstein Theran ['62] of Boston, Laura [Fargotstein ('70)] and John Riskind of Fairfax Virginia, Emily Fargotstein Poe ['70], Shep [Fargotstein ('72)] and Margaret Fargotstein, and Bill and Leslie Fargotstein, all of Memphis. She was a loving and dedicated aunt to Sally and Rachel Theran of Boston, David Fargotstein of New Orleans, Sam Fargotstein of Memphis, Molly Fargotstein of Atlanta, Zachary Riskind of Washington D.C., Ariel Riskind of Fairfax, Virginia, Max, Jack, and Leo Fargotstein of Memphis, and great-aunt to Miriam and Elise Bergeron of Boston. Ms. Fargotstein was a devoted daughter and aunt whose creativity took many forms. She graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1967 and East High School in 1963. Graveside Services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, October 18th at Temple Israel Cemetery. The family asks that donations in memory of Gayle be made to the Memphis Humane Society or the Temple Israel Summer Fellowship Program of Memphis.

Nancy Farmer (Faculty, 1948-49)
Please see the entry under Nancy Farmer Walters

Ralph Farmer ('51) [posted November 6, 2014]
From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, November 5, 2014

Dyersburg- Ralph Woodson Farmer, Jr., 81, of Dyersburg, TN, died on November 3, 2014, in Memphis, TN. Ralph was born on October 17, 1933 in Memphis, TN to Ralph Woodson Farmer, Sr. and Lillie Gillespie Farmer, both of Coldwater, MS. He attended the Memphis State Training School and was in the first graduating class of East High School in Memphis, TN. He attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville where he was a member of the Kappa Sigma fraternity. He was graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture in 1955 and in 1956 he married Clara Roller Slack of Knoxville. He attended the University of Tennessee Law School where he excelled, serving as the Editor in Chief of the Law Review as a member of the Order of the Coif and of the Phi Delta Phi legal honor society. In 1959 he was graduated with highest honors and also passed the Tennessee bar exam. Upon graduation from Law School, Ralph served his country in the Air National Guard in San Antonio, TX. Following his service, he practiced law in Memphis with the law firm of Nelson, Norvell, Wilson, McRae, Ivy and Farmer for a decade. During this period Ralph served in the Tennessee Legislature, first in the State House of Representatives and then later in the State Senate. As a state legislator, he sponsored legislation to help teachers in Tennessee and served as the Chairman of the joint Senate and House Constitutional Revision Committee. In 1970, Ralph moved his family and law practice to Dyersburg, TN, first as a partner with the law firm of Ewell and Farmer and later with Farmer, Moore, Jones, Hamilton and Lay. During his long and distinguished career as an attorney, Ralph had the privilege of representing hundreds of families and businesses in complex litigation. Because of his talents as a trial lawyer, he was named a fellow in both the Tennessee Bar Foundation and the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers. He also was a member of the Dyer County, Shelby County, Tennessee and American Bar Associations. In addition to his professional associations, he served on the board of directors for Save Trust Bank and the American Red Cross, as well as several other local civic organizations. After retiring in 1994, Ralph enjoyed 20 years of traveling, gardening and spending time with his family. Ralph also joyfully and faithfully served the First Baptist Church in Dyersburg as a Trustee and deacon, while also serving on several committees, including the current building committee. Ralph is survived by his wife, Clara, his children; Woodson Randolph Farmer and his wife, Laura Farmer of Germantown, TN; Mrs. Whitney Farmer McDonald and her husband, James McDonald of Memphis, TN, Mrs. Wesley Farmer Conley and her husband, Steve Conley of Union City, TN, six grandchildren: Emmaline Farmer of Germantown, TN; Clara, Thompson and Cole McDonald of Memphis, TN; Tripp and Caroline Conley of Union City, and his sister, Mrs. Nancy Farmer Kelly of Fairfield Glade, TN. The family will receive friends 5 -7 p.m. Thursday, November 6, at the First Baptist Church in Dyersburg at the family life center, as the sanctuary is currently under renovations. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, November 7, also at the First Baptist Church in Dyersburg. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 220 W Masonic Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Johnson-Williams Funeral Home 731-627-3236.

Harriet Sue Feinstein ("Susie") ('59) [posted July 28, 2016]
From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, July 28, 2016: Harriet Sue "Susie" Feinstein Cooper passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2016 surrounded by her loving family in Tucson, Arizona. She was the daughter of Dr. Harold and Bess Feinstein. A native Memphian, Susie graduated from East High School and attended the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. She was a true joy to be with, always smiling, and adored by many. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband, Stanley Cooper. She leaves her children, Aimee Bennett, Marty Cooper and Leslie Smith (Jeff). She also leaves her grandchildren, Blake, Zach and Hanna Bennett along with Rachel and Henry Smith. She also leaves her siblings, Shirley Feinstein ['51] Wexner (Alfred), Jean Feinstein (Class year undetermined) Efron (Tony) and Richard Feinstein (Candi). Donations in her memory can be made to the Temple Israel Rabbi's Discretionary Fund in Memphis, Tennessee. Funeral Services were held at Evergreen Cemetery in Tucson, Arizona on July 25, 2016.

Al Ferguson ('58) [posted September 7, 2019]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 8, 2019:

     Germantown - Allan Browning Ferguson, Jr., born April 26, 1940, passed away on August 25, 2019.
      He leaves his wife Sandra Grooms Ferguson of Germantown, TN, his son Michael Ferguson of Jacksonville, FL, his stepdaughter Rosemary Grooms of Blaine, Washington, and two step grandsons Jake Williams and Morgan Green. He was preceded in death by his parents Doris and Allan Ferguson of Memphis, TN, his son Mark Ferguson, and his sister Joyce Ferguson.
      Al graduated from East High School and the University of Memphis, where he was president of his fraternity, Kappa Sigma. He spent most of his career as a realtor with Crye-Leike.
      Visitation will be held at St. Luke's Methodist Church on Saturday, September 14, at 1:00 with a memorial service to follow at 2:00.
      In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Alzheimer's Association of Memphis.

Joyce Ferguson ('61) [posted February 28, 2006]
Additional information from The Commercial Appeal, February 27, 2006:

JOYCE KAY FERGUSON, 63, retired registered nurse at Baptist Hospital and member of St. Luke's United Methodist Church, died Saturday, February 25, 2006 at her home. She is survived by her mother, Doris Ferguson Stuart of Memphis; and her brother, Allan B. Ferguson, Jr. ['58] of Hickory Withe, TN. Since Ms. Ferguson was an avid dog lover, the family requests that any memorials be sent to the Memphis Humane Society or Sunny Meadows in Southaven, MS. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 6 in the chapel of St. Luke's Methodist Church. Family Funeral Care.

A news story is also available.

Paul Allen Ferguson ('61) [posted September 13, 2003]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 13, 2003:

PAUL ALLEN FERGUSON, 60, of Memphis, died Sept. 8 [2003] at Methodist Healthcare-Germantown. He was a Vietnam War veteran, recipient of the Purple Heart, Silver Star and two Bronze Clusters for heroism, and member of Hope Presbyterian Church. He leaves a daughter, Jessica Ferguson Kircher of Medina, Wash.; a sister, Bobbie Ferguson Davis of Charlotte, N.C.; two brothers, Daniel T. Ferguson of Wylie, Texas, and Rhea W. Ferguson Jr. of Asheville, N.C., and a granddaughter. The family requests that memorials be sent to Music Mission of Hope Presbyterian Church.

No funeral, memorial, or visitation information was immediately available.

Sid Feuerstein ('55) [posted November 20, 2014]
from The Commercial Appeal, November 20, 2014

Sidney Feuerstein, 77, passed away November 15, 2014 at Methodist Hospice Residence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Lillie Feuerstein. Sid is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Diane Feuerstein, two sons, Marty (Andrea) and David, five daughters, Nikki (J.L.), Sydney, Kelly, Kimberly (Shane), Karen (Mike), ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Sid was a lifelong resident of Memphis, being a practicing attorney for over 50 years, following in his father's footsteps. Sid graduated from East High School. He received his undergraduate and law school degrees from Vanderbilt University. He had an enduring love of sports, playing racquetball, then tennis and later golf. Sid was heavily involved in his children's activities by coaching numerous sports teams at the Jewish Community Center. He was always passionate about Memphis sports, being active in the Memphis Tigers Rebounders Basketball Club. In early adulthood, he served as a member of, and then President of the Temple Israel Brotherhood. Services will be at 11 a.m. Sunday, November 23, 2014, in the Levy-Cooper Chapel at Temple Israel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please send any donations to the Trust for Sydney V. Feuerstein, in care of Diane Feuerstein.

Lamar Fike (associated with the Class of '54) [posted March 7, 2011]
From The Associated Press, February 18, 2011

     DALLAS (AP) — Lamar Fike, a member of Elvis Presley's famed inner circle called the "Memphis Mafia" who had a long career in the music industry, has died. He was 75.
     Fike, who was suffering from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, died Jan. 21 at a hospital in the Dallas suburb of Arlington, said his son, James Fike, 45, of Atlanta.
     "He did everything first-class. He was very brilliant. He had a tremendous presence. When he walked in a room, he lit it up," said David Stanley, Presley's stepbrother who first met Fike as a toddler.
     "He taught me so much about music, about life, about living life to the fullest," he said.
     James Fike said his father held various roles with Presley, including as a lighting director, bodyguard and managing Presley's music publishing group. After Presley's death in 1977, James Fike said that his father continued to work as an entrepreneur in the music business in Nashville, Tenn., in music publishing, managing artists and brokering music and memorabilia deals.
     He said that in 2006, his father moved to Texas, where he had relatives.
     James Fike said that his father, a great storyteller, would recall when Presley and the "Memphis Mafia" would decide they needed a cheeseburger somewhere and hop on their plane to take them to whatever city they chose.
     "He was a character. He always had these stories," James Fike said.
     Stanley said that Lamar Fike was "like a father figure to me."
     "Him and Elvis were the best of friends, so obviously he was part of the family," Stanley said.
     Stanley said that Fike, who had been working on a memoir of his time with Presley and a screenplay, was the kind of guy who would call him up and say to meet him in a city just to spend some time in the best hotels, eating at the best restaurants.
     Fike was among five members of the group dubbed the "Memphis Mafia" who incorporated the name in the early 1990s.
     Fike was born in Cleveland, Miss., on Nov. 11, 1935. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Joan Fike. In addition to James Fike, he is survived another son, John Fike, of Nashville, Tenn. A memorial service is set for Feb. 26 in Mart, a town about 25 miles east of Waco.

Kenny Finsness ('64) [posted January 20, 2008, updated January 22, 2008]:
From The Royal Gazette, Bermuda, January 22, 2008:

A funeral service for the late Mr. Kenneth Harald Finsness, beloved husband of Barbara and loving father of Mia, Chris, Paula, and Catherine, in his 62nd year will be held at St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church, Middle Road Warwick, Monday, January 21st, 2008, at 3:30 p.m.
Interment will follow in Christ Church, the Church of Scotland, Middle Road, Warwick.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Bermuda Heart Foundation at P.O. Box HM 1993, Hamilton Bermuda or the China Foundation Inc. at P.O. Box 607, Westport CT 06881, U.S.A. for the benefit of Orphans.
He is also survived by his brother Russell [Finsness ('62)]; his family in the U.S.A. numerous other relatives and friends both here and abroad.
Bulley-Graham Funeral Home [Hamilton, Bermuda]

Bobby Fisher ('63) [posted February 1, 2021]
information supplied by family:

Robert Evans Fisher, class of ‘63. He was born to Dorothy Evans Fisher and Frank W Fisherin Waco, TX, on September 9, 1944. He parents moved back to Memphis after the war. He attended White Station, And graduated from East High School in 1963. He met and married his childhood sweetheart, Mary Catherine Nemetz, in 1965. Bobby started working at Melody Music Shop while in school, then worked for Berl Oldwsanger’s Music for many years. He opened Bob Fisher’s Musictown in 1972 and many Memphis musicians were regulars at his store. He and his wife moved to Perdido Key, FL in 2004 and lived in the beach until he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He passed away on June 9, 2018, at 73. He leaves his wife of 54 years and a daughter, Catherine Ann Dorosh (George), of Pawleys Island, S. C. and a son, Robert Frank Fisher (Kelli), of Bartlett, Tn,and 4 grandchildren, Sarah Dorosh, of Houston, Tx, Jacob Dorosh of Lackland Air Force Base, Tx, Charles Fisher, of Bartlett, and Julie Fisher, of Bartlett, Tn. He also leaves his sister, Ann Fisher, of Richardson, Tx, and his brother, Richard Fisher [associated with the Class of '68] ( Suzy) of Memphis.

Terry Lee Fitzpatrick (class year undetermined) [posted July 17, 2009]:
From The Commercial Appeal, July 17, 2009:

TERRY LEE FITZPATRICK, 31, of Memphis, Alumnus of East High School, died Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at Methodist University Hospital. Family hour will be from 2-4 p.m., Friday, July 17, at Harrison's Funeral Home, Inc., 2647 Carnes Ave. He will lie in state Saturday, July 18, from 10-10:55 a.m. at Mt. Zion Miss Baptist Church, 395 Mt. Zion Rd., Piperton, TN, with funeral ceremony at 11 a.m. Interments to follow at Mt. Zion Church Cemetery Piperton, TN. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Barbara Key Fitzpatrick; one son, Derriontay Fitzpatrick; 2 sisters, Trezina Watkins (Earl), Stephanie Fitzpatrick, all of Memphis, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Evelyn Flaniken (East High Staff) [posted September 24, 2000] - We are saddened to learn of the death of long time East High Secretary Evelyn Flaniken, who served in that capacity from the mid to late 1950's through at least most of the 1960's. We hope to have more exact dates of her service at East soon. Prior to working at East, Mrs. Flaniken was secretary at Messick High School.

From The Commercial Appeal, September 24, 2000:

LETHE EVELYN WADE FLANIKEN, 97, of Siloam Springs, Ark., formerly of Memphis, retired secretary for the Memphis City Schools, died of heart failure Thursday [September 21, 2000] at Quail Ridge Living Center in Siloam Springs. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday [September 25, 2000] at Forest Hill Funeral Home Midtown with burial in Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown. She was president and treasurer of the Tennessee Education Secretary Association, member of the Tennessee and National Retired Teachers Associations, life member of Women of the Presbyterian Church and a founder of Memphis Public School Secretary Association. Mrs. Flaniken, the widow of Ernest Murrell Flaniken, leaves a daughter, Peggy Flaniken Davis of Siloam Springs; three sons, Ernest Hugh Flaniken of Cocoa, Fla., Forrest Flaniken of Louisville, and Richard Flaniken of Germantown; two half-sisters, Eleanora Marchbanks and Clothilda Russell, and two half-brothers, Karl Wade and Charles Wade, all of Tuscumbia, Ala., 13 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild.

James Duke Fletcher ('74) [posted August 28, 2017, from The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, August 22, 2017:

James Duke Fletcher, Jr. Memphis, tn Age 61, died July 18, 2017. Services will be private. Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery

Nancy Floyd ('69) [posted September 28, 2021, from The Commercial Appeal, September 25, 2021:

Nancy Floyd Nicholson went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 22, 2021 after a tough battle with cancer. She was born on November 2, 1951 in Memphis and lived there all of her life until moving to Hoover, AL in 2017 to be closer to her daughter, granddaughters, and son-in-law. She was predeceased by her parents, Ferber & Ruth Floyd. She is survived by her husband, Blan R (Randy) Nicholson, her child, Leslie N. Rodrigues, her son-in-law, Brad Rodrigues, her two granddaughters, Ella Rodrigues and Maggie Rodrigues, her sister Janis [Floyd ('68)] Steinhagen and many nieces and nephews. She graduated from East High School in 1969, attended UT Knoxville and graduated at Memphis State. She was a lady of many talents and always reaching for perfection. After graduation, she obtained her CPA and worked for several large Memphis companies (Blue Cross, Holiday Inn, Jimmy Dean Foods, and Hilton Hotels). After working many years in corporative life, she went back to school and obtained the knowledge to become a general contractor. She then, as the general contractor, built their dream custom home on a beautiful 11 acre tract on Chambers Chapel Rd in Lakeland. After getting her family settled into their home, she again went back to school for computer programming and worked part-time in that field for several years. While being very productive in the business world, she also found time to enjoy golf, tennis and swimming at Colonial Country Club with her husband and daughter. She and her family were a member of Advent Presbyterian Church for over 30 years. She was a true TN Vols football fan, attending some games in Knoxville almost every year. Nancy was definitely a wonderful wife and mother for 44 years and Nana to her granddaughters for 13 years. She will be greatly missed by her family, relatives, and her close friends. A celebration of life & memorial service will take place at Advent Presbyterian Church 1875 N. Germantown Pk Cordova, TN 38016 on October 9, 2021 at 2:00PM. Reception to follow. Please wear face masks. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in her memory to the Lung Cancer Research Foundation.

Jo Fly ('62) [posted April 13, 2011, from The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, April 13, 2011:

MARTHA JO DICKERSON, 66, of Memphis, was born July 7, 1944 in Water Valley, MS, the daughter of the late William Maury and Janette Williams-Fly. She entered into eternal rest on April 10, 2011 at her residence. She was married to Sammy Dickerson of Memphis. Memorial Services are private to family only. Arrangements have been entrusted to: High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium

Julie Follis ('65) [posted December 25, 2023, from chattanoogan.com, Chattanooga, Tennessee, December 21, 2023:

     Morris, Julie Follis
     Longtime Educator In Hamilton County
      Julie Follis Morris, 76, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at home surrounded by her family.
      She was born on Nov. 2, 1947, in Somerset, Ky., the second child of John Foster Follis, Sr. and Ruth Claypool Follis of Bowling Green, Kentucky.
      Julie was a member of the East High School Class of 1965, Memphis, Tn. Always a happy, positive person, she was in many social and service clubs, as well as a member of the sorority, Sigma Kappa Sigma, making very special lifelong friends. Julie continued to stay in touch with her friends from elementary school, junior high, high school and college through the years with many trips back to Memphis to visit.
      At the University of Tennessee she earned a Bachelor of Education in 1969. She continued her lifelong joy of collecting special people and adding to her giant circle of friends. Her time in Knoxville was spent having fun, going to football games and loving life.
      After graduation she moved to Lexington, Kentucky and became a social worker for the state of Kentucky. It was there, she met the love of her life, Tom Morris. They married in July, 1970. After being a social worker she became a teacher in the Woodford County, Kentucky school system for five years. Julie and Tom then moved to Chattanooga where Julie continued to teach school for the Hamilton County, Tennessee school system. She touched the lives of many students through the years. Her upbeat, daily joy for life was an excellent role model for students and valued by many.
      Julie loved to have fun, spend time with her family, entertain friends and dance and sing to her favorite Motown music. She loved attending her monthly Dinner Club started in 1974, Book Club and Small Neighborhood Church Group. Julie was a member of Northshore Fellowship PCA. She was a devoted wife, mother and later welcomed Vacey, her one grandchild, the light of her life. She was blessed to be the adopted grandmother to Holden, Tucker, Charlie and Ameila Royal of Chattanooga.
      Julie is survived by her husband of 53 years, Thomas Carmack Morris, of Chattanooga, Tennessee; son, Thomas Clark Morris and daughter, Kate Morris Schroeder (Jason); grandchild, Vacey Mae Schroeder. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruth Follis, Sr. and brother, John Foster Follis, Jr. ('63)
      We would like to give special thanks to Hearth Hospice of Chattanooga and her three devoted nurses Janet Sledd, Katy Croxall Loyd and Kate Royal. In addition, we give great thanks to her devoted friend and oncologist, Dr. Larry L. Schlabach and his staff with Tennessee Oncology.
      A celebration of life service will be held at a later time at Northshore Fellowship Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that charitable contributions be made in her honor to the building fund at Northshore Fellowship Church, 118 Woodland Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37405.
      To know Julie was to love her. She had the true gift of making all those around her feel better and very special. She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by her giant circle of friends and loved ones.

Bill Ford ('55) [posted February 26, 2023, from The Paducah Sun, Paducah, Kentucky, February 25, 2023:

     Bill Ford, 85, of Paducah, was born in Memphis, Tennessee, May 7, 1937 and passed from this life on Tuesday February 21, 2023.
      With Memphis, Tennessee, as home base, Bill spent his childhood in a variety of small towns, traveling with his mother and father while they established and managed hotels and businesses in the south. After spending many school years in Columbus, Mississippi, Bill’s family moved back to Memphis where he graduated from East High School. He enrolled at Memphis State University and eventually opened his own retail store in Birmingham, Alabama.
      Bill would say he loved everyplace he ever lived, but none was as beloved as Paducah where he moved after having visited on many occasions.
      A certified CIDA Interior Designer, Bill’s understanding of Architecture and Fine Arts, detailed pen and ink drawings, watercolors, professional calligraphy, and ability to work with clients from every economic and social group, brought his skills to the attention of the public and collectors.
      He worked for many prominent organizations and notable personalities. He designed logos for headline businesses and companies, including two Broadway musicals, was friends with author Tennessee Williams, and songwriter Stephen Sondheim. He worked with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sally Fields, and Jeff Bridges. He assisted with the details of a New York City apartment designed for Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and recently hand painted an apron for Sarah Jessica Parker. He painted art honoring the survivors of the Charleston, South Carolina church shooting, donating it to each of those present inside the church that awful night.
      Bill valued people. He was a student of the world who loved reading, travel, opera, theatre and the cinema. He was a consummate volunteer, donating his works and his time. He gave art lessons and taught calligraphy skills, often for free.
      Whether he was in Paducah or on another continent, Bill was an ambassador for graciousness and for his chosen home of Paducah. He carried a professional calligraphy pen and left beautifully written notes of thanks on his receipts. They were always signed with his tag line and the title of his 2015 book “From Paducah With Love.”
      Of all his interests, Bill was most enthusiastic about Paducah. He dedicated the last decade of his life to working tirelessly as a promoter and philanthropist for his Paducah. Known for usually sporting a bow tie, in 2017 Bill turned his fashion preference into an opportunity to raise funds for Paducah area charities. He founded “Beaux Tie” and requested his many friends use his May 7th birthday each year, to be a “beaux” and donate to a charity. May 7th was declared Beaux Tie day by Paducah Mayor Brandi Harless. It has continued annually and was recognized in 2021 by Kentucky Governor Beshear.
      Organizations which count Bill Ford as a benefactor are not limited to, but include: The Paducah Symphony Orchestra, The Carson Performing Arts, NAACP, Yeiser Art Center, Market House Theatre, Merryman House, Child Watch, Beyond Uganda, West Kentucky Community and Technical College School of Art and Design and nearly every elementary and high school in the Paducah area. His support and care will be sadly missed.
      Bill is survived by a countless number of friends, but asked that his very special friends be mentioned, John and Loree Eckstein, and their children, Alix Perry, Drew, Justin, Jake and Grant Eckstein.
      Bill was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Louise Ellen (Hill) Ford and Henry Wesley Ford.
      A memorial funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church with Rev. Brad Whistle officiating.
      A celebration of Bill’s life, will be held in the Parish Hall following the funeral.
      Expressions of sympathy may take the form of a donation to: St Thomas More Catholic Church, 5645 Blandville Rd. Paducah, KY 42001; The Paducah Symphony Orchestra, 222 Kentucky Ave. Paducah, KY 42003; The Carson Performing Arts Center, 100 Kentucky Ave. Paducah, KY 42003.
      All arrangements are being handled by Milner & Orr Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Paducah. You may leave a message of condolence and light a candle of remembrance at www.milnerandorr.com.

Kirk Fordice ('52) [posted September 7, 2004, updated September 8, 2004]          
From The Associated Press/The Commercial Appeal, September 8, 2004:

Fordice dies; was known for blunt style
By From Staff and Wire Reports
September 8, 2004

      JACKSON, Miss. - Former governor Kirk Fordice, a hard-nosed, no-nonsense businessman who became Mississippi's first Republican governor in more than 100 years, died Tuesday [September 7, 2004] of leukemia. He was 70.
      Fordice, who battled prostate cancer while in office, confirmed in August that he had been diagnosed with a form of leukemia.
      The Memphis native who graduated from East High School and eventually married his high school sweetheart, died at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.
      On Thursday [September 9, 2004], there will be a public viewing of Fordice's body in the Capitol Rotunda from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday [September 10, 2004] at First Baptist Church in Jackson, with burial in Parkway Memorial Cemetery. Wright and Ferguson Funeral Home has charge.
      "His toughness showed to the very end," said longtime friend Jim Ingram, who served as head of the Highway Patrol during Fordice's two terms.
      "He was a man of integrity and he expected integrity and honesty from those he appointed," Ingram said.
      Gov. Haley Barbour, the second Republican elected to the state's highest office, said Fordice focused the state's energies on economic development.
      "His frank, outspoken and unwavering style made him a respected figure with his political opponents and a beloved governor by Mississippians across the state who elected him twice," Barbour said.
      Born Daniel Kirkwood Fordice Jr. in Memphis on Feb. 10, 1934, he was elected president of the student body at East High, where he was a varsity football player, a swimmer and commander of the ROTC battalion.
      After moving to Mississippi, he became a self-made millionaire through his Fordice Construction Co. in Vicksburg. He upset incumbent Democrat Ray Mabus in 1991 to become Mississippi's first Republican governor since Reconstruction. Fordice served as governor from 1992-2000, becoming the first Mississippi chief executive to succeed himself.
      Friends and associates say Fordice was the consummate alpha male during his eight years in office - loud, gruff and domineering.
      "Frankly I don't miss being inside politics," Fordice said in a 2001 interview with The Associated Press. "It has often been called an ugly, dirty game, and in many ways it is."
      One of his many political battles included the feud with former attorney general Mike Moore, who in 1994 sued tobacco companies. Mississippi was the first of dozens of states to seek repayment for public costs of treating sick smokers.
      Democrat Moore used a stable of private attorneys, including some of his biggest contributors, to file the suit.
      "Any idiot can see it's all about lawyers' fees," Fordice once groused.
      He filed his own suit to try to block Moore's. That didn't work. Moore negotiated a settlement with cigarette makers in 1999 that's bringing the state billions of dollars.
      Despite controversies over his comments on race and other issues and his private life, the silver-haired grandfather only seemed to grow more popular with conservative Mississippians even though his agenda of tax cuts, school choice and term limits stalled in the Democrat-controlled Legislature.
      He was successful in pushing for spending restraints, tougher sentencing laws and more prisons.
      The Legislature agreed to a new law that limited spending to 98 percent of revenues, putting the other 2 percent into a "rainy day" savings account. Lawmakers also passed a law that required people convicted of felonies to serve at least 85 percent of their sentences before they could be considered for parole.
      "He will go down for being a business governor and for creating an environment in this state, a pro-business environment that saw the greatest economic growth in the history of the state," the director of the state Department of Economic and Community Development, Jimmy Heidel, told The Commercial Appeal in 2000.
      Fordice's hero was President Reagan.
      "I'm a staunch conservative in the midst of an extremely liberal Legislature, extremely liberal press," Fordice said in a 1999 interview with The Commercial Appeal. "I do my thing because my internal moral compass tells me what is right, and that is what I do."
      His most raucous debates were over racial issues.
      Just a few days after his swearing in, he threatened to call out the National Guard if the state was ordered to spend more money on its three historically black colleges.
      He argued that racial issues were overshadowed by economic ones. "Mississippi doesn't do race anymore," he said in his 1996 inaugural speech after winning a second term.
      "The 1960s are over. . . We will acknowledge our history, but we will not let it determine our future. The only race that we're concerned with is the race for more jobs, for better schools, for safer neighborhoods and the race for lower taxes," he said.
      His private life made headlines several times.
      In 1993, he revealed that he was having "irreconcilable differences" with his wife of 40 years, Pat. The first lady, through a terse press release, said she had no intention of divorcing.
      Three years later, Fordice was seriously injured while driving back from Memphis, where restaurant employees had seen him eating lunch and drinking wine with a woman.
      In 1999, he was caught on television returning home from a vacation to France with Ann G. Creson, his high school sweetheart. He cursed the television reporter. Days later, he announced that he and his wife were divorcing.
      He married Creson shortly after leaving office in January 2000, barred by term limits from seeking a third term. They later divorced.
      A statement released by Fordice's family said the governor had received calls, letters and prayers from people across the state during his illness.
      "The people he served while in office served to lift his spirits during his final days," the statement read.

Additional information from The Associated Press: Kirk Fordice was survived by daughter, Angie Roselle of Vicksburg; sons, Hunter Fordice and Dan Fordice of Vicksburg, Dr. Jim Fordice of Nashville, Tenn.; and 19 grandchildren.

[Editor's note: There are additional stories about Kirk Fordice during his term as Mississippi governor and after on our "In the news..." section. Also see our entry for Mr. Fordice on our Hall of Honor page.

Hazel F. Forrester ('51) [posted April 8, 2003]:
From The Commercial Appeal, April 8, 2003:

HAZEL F. FORRESTER, 69, of Bartlett, retired master social worker, died Sunday [April 6, 2003] at her home. Services will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday [April 9, 2003] at Forest Hill Funeral Home East with burial in Forest Hill Cemetery East. She was a member of the National Association of Social Workers for 45 years, former teacher at Humes Junior High School, worked with the Girl Scouts, marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and was grant writer and initiator of MIFA Meals-On-Wheels program. She leaves two sisters, Sydney G. Forrester of Moscow, and Mary Forrester King of Bartlett, and two brothers, Lawrence W. Forrester of Williston, Tenn., and James A. Forrester Jr. of South Carolina. The family requests that memorials be sent to American Cancer Society.

Bob Fortner (associated with the Class of '57) [posted March 10, 2013]:
From The Commercial Appeal, March 10, 2013:

Robert Carlton “Bob” Fortner, Sr., a resident of Gulf Breeze, FL, passed away on March 4, 2013. He was born on April 16, 1938 and grew up in Memphis, TN. Bob attended Columbia Military Academy and East High School. He joined the U.S. Marines in Jacksonville, FL. After his service, Bob spent over 35 years in the furniture industry working for Bassett Furniture and opening his own furniture warehouses in Louisiana. He also opened Carlton Arts in Somerville, TN. He is survived by four children: Elizabeth Fortner of Baton Rouge, LA, Bob Fortner, Jr. (Karen) of Hampton, AR, Stuart Fortner (Paula) of Baton Rouge, LA, Lawrie Dunn (Chuck) of Memphis, TN, and five grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Judy [Fortner] Accardi ['68] (Mike) of Somerville, TN. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Lillian Fortner of Memphis, TN. Bob's life will be celebrated by family on the Florida Coast. Memorials can be sent to Fayette Cares, P.O. Box 326, Somerville, TN 38068 or Trinity Chapel, P.O. Box 689, Hampton, AR 71744.

Richard Foster ('65) [posted October 2, 2011]
From The Commercial Appeal, October 2, 2011:

Richard Campbell Foster, 65, passed away peacefully September 28, 2011. He leaves behind his wife, Dona Reed Foster ['65], and son, Richard Campbell Foster, II. He was a 27 year employee of MMHI. Arrangements have been entrusted to: High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium (901) 454-5795 www.highpointchapel.com

Daniel "Buddy" Fowler ('63) [posted September 2, 2024]
From The Courier, Russellville, Arkansas, August 13, 2024:

      Dr. Daniel W. Fowler, III, aged 78, passed away on the morning of August 9, 2024, at St. Mary's Regional Hospital in Russellville, Arkansas.
      Born in the early hours of December 25, 1945, he was a true Christmas baby. Dr. Fowler grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, as the proud son of Daniel and MaryAnn Fowler. He graduated from East High School in Memphis in 1963, where his passion for music blossomed as he began playing in a band. He continued this pursuit through his years at the University of Memphis, from which he graduated in 1967 with a degree in various scientific disciplines.
      Dr. Fowler was a man of many talents, excelling in every endeavor he undertook. After traveling to California and Denmark, he developed a wide array of craftsman skills, including leatherwork, jewelry making, and Chinese painting. However, he will be best remembered as a highly skilled and compassionate Chiropractor. Dr. Fowler served his patients with meticulous care in Perryville and Russellville, Arkansas, for many years, following his graduation with honors from Palmer School of Chiropractic in 1991.
      He is survived by his only niece, Brandy Manning, of Mississippi. Dr. Fowler was predeceased by his beloved sister, MaryAnn Fowler, who tragically lost her life in a small aircraft accident in the early 1970s. He also endured the loss of his father the same year he began his studies at Palmer and his mother the year he graduated.
      Dr. Fowler leaves behind a large circle of friends, clinic personnel, patients, and cherished animals, which brought him immense joy. His patients held a special place in his heart, and he generously shared his wisdom and compassion with all who crossed his path. In this way, he built a vast and loving extended family, as he never met a stranger.
      A private committal service was held at the J. Herman Humphrey Dignity Cremation Chapel of Light. Cremation arrangements were handled by Humphrey Funeral Service. The date for a public Celebration of Life will be announced at a later time.

James Lee Fox (Faculty) [posted August 29, 2019]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 17, 2016:

     James Lee Fox, 70, Athlete, Educator, Coach, Mighty Man of Valor (MMOV), Elder, wonderful husband, brother, uncle, cousin, beloved in-law, great neighbor, faithful friend, and child of God, transitioned to his home above on Friday, August 12, 2016. Born to Leonard and Ida Mae Fox, December 17, 1945, in Oxford, MS, where he attended Central High School. In 1965, he went to Alcorn A&M College on a full football scholarship, obtained a B.S. degree in Physical Education, and found his wife, Barbara, whom he married in 1970.
     In 1969, he began his teaching/coaching career at East Side High School in Cleveland, MS. He was hired at Hillcrest High in Memphis in 1971, and coached and taught school at various schools: Airways Junior High, Whitehaven High, East High and Westwood High, before being offered an assistant coaching position at Memphis State University by Coach Rex Dockery. His accomplishments and achievements in those learning institutions are well documented and remembered. He ended his career at Pyramid Academy in 2006.
     James L. Fox was active in his church, Word of Faith Christ Center, where Apostle Gene Crockett and Dr. Jacqueline A. Crockett were his pastors, and where he was a choir member, an ordained Elder, and a member of the Three (Elder Ron Coleman and Elder John Coburn) Mighty Men of Valor (MMOV), a television ministry to old and young men, which airs on WTWV weekly.
     He leaves to cherish his memory his best friend, confidant, queen and wife of 46 years, Barbara; his elder brother, Charles, his precious aunts and uncle, his loving nieces and nephews, his cousins, who are brothers and sisters to him, his wife's family, who adore him, classmates of the 1965 graduating class, who have always remained close, special friends and colleagues, who coached and taught with him, and all of his good neighbors.
     Arrangements: Visitation: Friday, August 19, 4-7 p.m. Services: Saturday, August 20, 10 a.m. Location: Both events at Word of Faith Christ Center, 3528 Sharpe Avenue, Memphis, TN 38111, (901)744-4083.
     Family requests: In lieu of flowers, please donate in honor of James (ASA Coach, James, Jerry and Elder) to the (MMOV) television ministry.
     Interment: Immediately after service due to the cemetery closing time. Calvary Cemetery, 1663 Elvis Presley Blvd. (901)948-1542.

Bob Frank ('62) [posted July 22, 2019]
From stereogum.com, July 20, 2019:

Cult Singer/Songwriter Bob Frank Dead At 75
Peter Helman @_peterhelman | July 20, 2019 - 1:41 pm
     Cult folk singer/songwriter Bob Frank has died. The news was confirmed by Light In The Attic, the independent record label that reissued his 1972 self-titled debut album in 2014. He was 75 years old.

Light In The Attic
@lightintheattic
LITA is incredibly bummed to hear that Bob Frank passed away yesterday. In 2014 we reissued Bob’s 1972 album and loved working with him. He took elements of Dylan, Johnny Cash, Ian Tyson and filtered it through a pot-smoked haze infused with Bob’s friend, Jim Dickinson. RIP, Bob.

     Born in Memphis, Tennessee in 1944, Frank began playing coffeehouses in the early ’60s. In 1966, after getting kicked out of Vanderbilt University for playing guitar in his dorm, he graduated from Rhodes College with a degree in English. He was then drafted into the Army and sent to fight in Vietnam. When he returned two years later in 1968, Frank moved around the country, working on a ranch in Colorado and a cannery in Washington state and living on communes in Northern California. Eventually, he moved to Nashville, where he was hired to write commercial country songs for the Tree music publishing company.
      Frank soon signed to Vanguard Records, which released his self-title debut in 1972. Despite good reviews, it didn’t sell well, and he was dropped from the label after refusing to sing any of the album’s songs during a publicity showcase at the iconic New York nightclub Max’s Kansas City. He moved to the Bay Area, where he briefly led a band called the Hardheads before quitting music to work as an irrigation specialist for the city of Oakland and raise his four children.
      Nearly 30 years later, Frank discovered that he had become a cult artist, with rare copies of his 1972 album selling for as much as $100. He founded his own record label, Bowstring Records, and returned to performing, releasing a string of new albums beginning in 2001. In 2014, Light In The Attic reissued his 1972 debut. Frank’s most recent album, Dancing In Dallas, came out in 2018.

Memorial service: A celebration of the life of Bob Frank will be held Sunday, November 24, 2019, in Oakland, California. Please read the full invitation, location, and RSVP request at Note: for security purposes this is not a hypertext (clickable) link, you have to type it into your web browser)

[Editor's note: a formal obituary will be posted when/if it becomes available. This report is posted because several on line sources are reporting Bob Frank's death, however, no authoritative source has been identified.]

Prior to his death, Bob Frank was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1962 page.

Steve Fransioli (associated with the class of '56) [posted February 16, 2007]:
From The Commercial Appeal, April 7, 2002:

STEPHEN A. FRANSIOLI III, 64, of Dallas, retired from Core Carrier, former sales specialist for Memphis Furniture Co., and guest relations employee of the State Fair of Texas for 21 years, died Thursday at Methodist Healthcare-Germantown. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at St. George Episcopal Church Chapel. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge. He was a member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church by the Sea in Panama City, Fla., a graduate of the University of Memphis, an alumni of the Sigma Chi Fraternity and served on the board of directors for the Wilmer Hall Orphanage-Episcopal Children's Home in Mobile, Ala. He leaves a sister, Jane [Fransioli] Browndyke ['59], and a brother, Bill Fransioli ['67], both of Germantown. The family requests that memorials be sent to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church by the Sea in Panama City.

Rhitt Fraser ('59) [posted December 23, 2016]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 23, 2016:

     Rhitt Lee Fraser died December 21, 2016 at Methodist Hospital, Memphis, TN, surrounded by his family's love, bequeathing a treasure chest of funny stories and lasting memories. Born October 15, 1940, in Summerville, SC, where his father was working as an engineer, he grew up in McCrory, AR. There he played football and basketball and was a renowned trumpet player in the Mustang Band, perhaps known more for sour notes and volume than for exceptional musicianship. He graduated from East High School in Memphis, TN, recognized as a junior team basketball player for a short while and for short shots. His humor and enthusiasm lasted longer than his athletic career, and they carried him through the University of Tennessee where he earned a degree in Civil Engineering. An enthusiastic member of Sigma Chi, he was an expert in putting on great parties, even building and running a bar for those events in the fraternity house.
     He left lasting marks on the city of Memphis as an entrepreneur and an extremely talented builder and renovator. He ran Shelby Pre-Casting Company and manufactured precast members on-site for Highway 78 bridges in Mississippi, which saved the cost of transportation and was revolutionary at that time. He bought and renovated houses in Central Gardens in the early '70s before the midtown renaissance. He bought, renovated and ran the landmark restaurant Justine's for a few years.
     After operating Shelby Pre-Casting for many years, he switched to owning and operating a French Antique store. He turned the building on Central Avenue from a car dealership into the well-known Market Central, an antique mall. He eventually ran Rhitt's on Rex, offering antiques that he acquired from France, working with the public and independent designers.
     He loved coaching his boys' sports teams. He coached youth soccer and baseball teams for Grace St. Lukes and baseball for Pendleton teams. For several years, he volunteered as the baseball coach at White Station Jr. High, where his son Hayden played. This was before the Memphis Redbirds stepped in to sponsor the junior high program for the Memphis City schools.
     For many years, he was a member of Carnival Memphis and served as Duke in the Grand Krewe of Ennead in 2005. He loved to refer to himself with the nickname, "The Dancing Duke."
     He leaves two sons, Rhitt Brownelee Fraser, in Salida, CO, and Hayden Bradley Fraser in Memphis. He was the son of R. Lee Fraser of Memphis and McCrory, AR, and Shelley Shellabarger Fraser, who was a founding educator of St. Mary's Episcopal School for Girls in Memphis. His grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. Robert Fraser of McCrory, AR, were active citizens of Woodruff County in the 1930s and until their deaths in 1956 and 1974. Rhitt leaves his sister Shelley Fraser ['62] Mickle of Gainesville, FL, her husband, his brother-in-law Dr. John Parker Mickle and their two children, Blake Mickle Beckett of Gainesville, FL, and Paul Fraser Mickle of Gulfport, MS.
     A memorial will be held at a later date at Fakes Cemetery in McCrory, AR. As a remembrance, donations can be given in his name to the Memphis Humane Society.

Orion Fredrick Frye (Faculty) [posted January 21, 2005]:
From The Commercial Appeal, January 20, 2005:

Dr. Orion F. Frye, 79, of Memphis, retired professor for Morehead State University, died Wednesday [January 19, 2005] at his home. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday [January 22, 2005] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a World War II Army veteran, a 32nd degree Mason and a member of Scottish Rite. Dr. Frye, the husband of Elisabeth Frye for 57 years, also leaves a daughter, Fredricka Smith of Memphis; a son, Ernest Frye of Walnut Ridge, Ark., a grandchild and a great-grandchild.

Graham Fulton (class association undetermined)[posted December 7, 2024]
From Canale Funeral Directors, Memphis, November 28, 2024 [Editor's note: based on his birth date, he may have been associated with the Class of '57]:

     Native Memphian Graham Fulton, a larger-than-life character known variously as Graham-O, Grahambini, The Big Guy, The Jolly Tyrant, The Wrath, G.G., Dad, Grumpy and Big Tati died peacefully on November 23rd at age 85.
      His parents Dudley Fulton, an artist, and Jack Fulton, a cotton broker raised an athlete and a fighter. He attended many schools including Pentecost Garrison and East High School in Memphis, Le Rosey in Switzerland, and St. Marks Academy in Massachusetts. He then attended Washington & Lee University, a school he adored, where he was a varsity wrestler and anchored the offensive line of the noted 1961 undefeated W&L football team.
      After graduating from college, he found himself in the U.S. Army serving as a proud member of the 82nd Airborne division. He earned commendation for his work in the top-secret G-3 planning section during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
      While still in the army, he was the best man at his best friend’s wedding in Annapolis. There, love-at- first-sight struck true and fast, leading to a 62 year marriage to Lynn Bowers of Columbus, Georgia.
      After his army service he went to work at Morgan Keegan & Co. where he retired as a managing director.
      His proudest accomplishment was raising and educating his two “Fine Sons,” Chris and John. He believed in a good education and good discipline.
      Graham loved skiing! He skied fast and relentlessly until his 80th year.
      He made a powerful impression on people. His charming smile, generosity and easy laugh left a trail of friends everywhere he went.
      Graham Fulton fought bravely and without complaint through injuries, strokes, and dementia providing to those who knew and loved him a guiding example of courage and dignity until the very end of his days.
      He is predeceased by his parents, his sister Gregory Fulton Taylor, her sons Bruce and Hewitt, and his half-brothers Jack Fulton Jr. and Bruce Fulton.
      He is survived by his wife Lynn, sons Chris (Alexandra) and John (Jennifer) and his four grandchildren Jack, Kate, Christopher and Elizabeth.
      The family would like to offer its deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to all of Graham’s caregivers, especially the amazing and caring staff at Opus and the team from Hope Hospice.
      On Wednesday December 4th, a visitation at 10 am and the service at 11 will take place at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 3245 Central Ave. Memphis, TN.
      In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome memorials to St. John’s Episcopal Church, Warhorses for Heroes, 13600 Looney Rd., Olive Branch MS. 38654 or the charity of your choice.
      Tip your bartender generously and buy a round.

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Becky Gabehart ('56) [posted February 1, 2010]
From The Commercial Appeal, February 1, 2010:

BECKY G. LEWIS, 71, of Collierville, retired from Hardin Sysco, died Sunday in Collierville. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m. at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, where she was a member. Bartlett Funeral Home has charge. Mrs. Lewis was an active member of the East High Alumni group. Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her husband, Brian Lewis ['56]. She leaves three daughters, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The family request memorials to be sent to the Healthwell Foundation.

George Gage ('64) [posted April 9, 2002]:
From The Commercial Appeal, March 30, 2002:

GEORGE BARTLETT GAGE Jr., 57, of Knoxville, formerly of Memphis, musician, died Wednesday [March 27, 2002] at the University of Tennessee Hospital in Knoxville. Memorial services will be at 4:30 p.m. Friday [April 5, 2002] at Grace - St. Luke's Episcopal Church, where he was a member. Canale Funeral Directors has charge. He leaves a sister, Caroline G. Sanford ('60), and a brother, Charles Francis Gage ('69), both of Memphis.

Eleanor Gaines ('56) [posted March 29, 2017]:
From The Commercial Appeal, March 19, 2017:

     Eleanor Gaines Eubank, a Collierville resident, died on March 17, 2017 at Methodist Hospital Germantown after a period of declining health. She was 79. Eleanor was predeceased by the love of her life, John Y. Eubank Jr. in 2010.
     She is survived by a daughter, Ellen Eubank, who lives in Memphis and by a son, Jay and his wife Kelly, of Raleigh, NC. Eleanor also leaves two grandsons, John Young Eubank IV (Jack) and Anthony Wiley Eubank (Wiley), also of Raleigh, NC. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Rose Eubank of Brighton, TN. "His lord said to him, Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord." (Matthew 25:21) That is exactly how Eleanor lived her life. More than anything else, she was faithful to God, and put the wellbeing of her family and friends first; but always her faithfulness to her savior was foremost in how she conducted herself and in how she related to her husband and raised her family.
     Eleanor was born February 8, 1938 in Henning in Lauderdale County. Life wasn't the easiest for Eleanor, who was raised by a single mother, Montine Gaines. But having an extended family of aunts and uncles was a source of continued blessings. Moving to Memphis at an early age, she benefited from being near her Aunt Winnie and Uncle Sam, her Aunt Vergie and Uncle Bob and her Aunt Gertie. And always, always, Eleanor was blessed by her relationship with her Aunt Mettie and Uncle Wilmer, who lived in Ripley, TN.
     She spent time with all them, and in turn they helped her attend Memphis State University after graduating from East High School. And it was while finishing up at Memphis State that she discovered that blind dates sometimes pay great dividends.
     Working in the president's office at Memphis State, Eleanor was introduced to an up-and-coming administrator, John Eubank. It was close to love at first sight (John said so, at least) and soon they were engaged. They married in Memphis in 1962.
     From then on it was John and Eleanor or Eleanor and John - they were the consummate pair: John with his dry sense of humor and Eleanor with her outgoing chattiness. They lived in Memphis and Collierville, save for a short stint in Knoxville while John finished his doctorate degree. Eleanor typed his dissertation, while managing a gregarious toddler son.
     Back in Memphis they welcomed their daughter and Eleanor took on ALL the duties motherhood entails. She drove the carpool, got Jay and Ellen to sports and dance practices and always church and Sunday School.
     A key part of Eleanor and John's life was the Lamplighter's Sunday School Class at Christ United Methodist Church. They treasured their friendships, reveling in the good times and being there in prayer and support in not so good times.
     Eleanor also was a leader in Bible Study Fellowship in Memphis and Community Bible Study in Collierville. She also was a longtime member of King's Daughters and Sons.
     Living in Collierville was a lot of fun. John and Eleanor lived near John's cousin, the late Bob Beaty and his wife Barbara. New Year's Eve and Fourth of July celebrations were an annual tradition with Bob and Barbara. And Eleanor was particularly blessed by being a neighbor and prayerful friend with Faye Wilson. But if you wanted to see Eleanor in action (when not talking on the phone!) you had to see her with the "prayer chicks," otherwise known as her prayer group. We all should have a loving, trusted, faithful, fun and supportive group of friends. Bobbye Crockett, Martha Vopel, Frankie Cook and Brenda Vincent formed quite a group. They gathered for birthdays and other special occasions, took trips and otherwise lifted each other up unceasingly.
     For the past year Eleanor lived at Brookdale at Dogwood Creek and her family is very thankful for the loving care she received there.
     Visitation is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday March 21, 2017 in the Parlor at Christ United Methodist Church with the funeral to follow in Wilson Chapel. Burial is at Memorial Park Cemetery in Memphis.
     Memorials may be made in Eleanor's memory to Christ United Methodist Church.

James Roy Galey ('72) [posted September 17, 2001] From The Commercial Appeal, September 17, 2001:

JAMES ROY GALEY, 47, of Memphis, employee of Empire Pawn Shop, died Sunday [September 16, 2001] at the Regional Medical Center at Memphis of injuries from an auto accident. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday [September 19, 2001] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church. He leaves his parents, Doris and James Galey; a sister, Carol Marie Hoyle, and a brother, Kenneth Alan Galey, all of Memphis. The family requests that memorials be sent to Calvary Episcopal Church or a charity of the donor's choice.

Prior to his death, James Roy Galey was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1972 page.

Ruth Gamble ('53) [posted February 18, 2019]
From: Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis, February 17, 2019:

     Ruth Gamble Boyd, 84, of Memphis TN arrived in heaven on February 16, 2019. She joins her husband, Miles Farris Boyd, Sr. and parents, Ethyl and Baskin Gamble.
Surviving sister: Louise [Gamble ('56)] Baker (Bill) of Pickwick, TN.
Surviving children: Monica Farnsworth (Robert) of Collierville, TN, Mark Boyd (Terri) of Germantown, TN, and Dr. Mike Boyd (Sandy) of Knoxville, TN.
Surviving grandchildren: Trey Boyd, Matt Boyd, Watson Boyd,Logan Boyd, Mary Cullen Boyd, Ansley Farnsworth, Duval Farnsworth, Miles Farnsworth, and Hudson Farnsworth.
Surviving great-grandchild: Jack Boyd.
Ruth was an avid supporter of all things MEMPHIS! She graduated from Memphis State University and worked in interior design. She attended Second Presbyterian Church-Memphis. Ruth was a passionate follower of current news events and an ardent fan of Memphis Tiger Athletics. She loved and prayed for her family and had numerous friends.
Memphis has lost one of its most staunch advocates but heaven is richer as she is reunited with her beloved husband, mother, and father.
There will be a family visitation at Memorial Park Cemetery Funeral Home in the Overton Room from 12:30-1:30 and a graveside service following at 2:00 PM in the Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Mike Boyd will be officiating assisted by Dr. Jere Phillips (Mid America Seminary) and Rev. Gary Peak (Second Presbyterian Church).
The family wishes to express deep gratitude to all caretakers, especially the ICU staff at Baptist Memorial Hospital, not to mention the many supporting friends.

Bobby Gammon ('62) [updated January 14, 2000]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 10, 2000:

ROBERT R. GAMMON, 55, of Bartlett, salesman, died Thursday [January 6, 2000], at his home. The cause of death had not yet been determined pending an autopsy. Services will be at noon Tuesday [January 11, 2000] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a member of Memphis Bop Club, president of Memphis Boogie Bunch and a Navy veteran. Mr. Gammon, the husband of Sandie Gammon, also leaves a son, Jake Gammon of Atlanta; a stepdaughter, Mikki Horton, and his mother, Sue Etta Gammon, both of Memphis; a sister, Jean Ray Morgan of Plano, Texas, and a brother, James Curtis Gammon of Knoxville. The family requests that any memorials be sent to a charity of the donor's choice.

Jimmy Garthright ('63) [posted April 16, 2012]
From The Commercial Appeal, April 16, 2012 [updated April 17, 2012]:

James Leonard Garthright III, 67, of Memphis, TN, died April 14, 2012. Mr. Garthright was a retired attorney and longtime member of First Baptist Church of Memphis. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 17, from 5-7 p.m. at Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens at 5599 Poplar Avenue. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, April 18, beginning at 2:30 p.m. in Memorial Park Cemetery with Dr. Carol Richardson presiding. The family invites all guests for the graveside service to meet at Memphis Funeral Home and follow the procession to the service. Mr. Garthright is survived by his wife of 41 years, Emily Phelps Garthright; daughter, Natalie Garthright Cathey (Brian), son, Carson Phelps Garthright (Gwynn), mother, Dauphine Mahoney Garthright, and granddaughter, Gabrielle Ann Cathey, all of Memphis, TN. Any memorials may be made to the Boy Scouts of America or C.O.P.D. Research at 1201 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101-2795. Online condolences and floral tributes may be made at www.memphisfuneralhome.net Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens 901-725-0100

Jack Gately ('65) [posted March 20, 2004]
From The Commercial Appeal, March 20, 2004:

JOHN C. 'JACK' GATELY, 58, of Germantown, self-employed certified pedorthist, died Wednesday [March 17, 2004] at his home. Services will be at 2 p.m. today [March 20, 2004] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a member of Woodlawn Masonic Lodge, Boy Scouts of America and Prescription Footwear Association. Mr. Gately, the husband of Gail Gately for 35 years, also leaves a daughter, Gwen Taylor of Arlington; a son, John G. Gately of Memphis; a brother, Donald Gately ('65) of Charlotte, N.C., and two grandchildren. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Hope Presbyterian Church.

Carol Gearhart ('65) [posted December 29, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal, April 28, 2012:

Carol Elizabeth Gearhart Champion, daughter of the late Lester R. Gearhart and Lorene Folke Gearhart, died peacefully Thursday, December 24, 2015. Carol loved education and was a great supporter of Rhodes College. Her business history included being an analyst for Holiday Inns, Inc., Assistant VP and Treasurer of Harrah's, Inc., and Treasurer of Promus Hotels, Inc. She had been President of Hospitality Federal Credit Union and held a CPA license until death. She leaves a loving husband of 32 years, Robert N. Champion, her brother Steve Gearhart ['66], and nieces Dena Soefkers and Nikki Mayo.
Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, 2015 followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Canale Funeral Directors.

Casey George ('67) [posted April 23, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, April 23, 2012:

Casey George, 64, of Memphis, died April 21 at Methodist University Hospital. He was a graduate of East High School and employed as an accountant with Harrah's Casino most recently and formerly the Wonder Bread Co. Casey was a proud member of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and an accomplished organist that was passionate about music. He is survived by his brother, Fr. Dominick George of San Francisco; sisters, Margaret Anne Kidd of Memphis and Nancy George of Nashville; as well as a host of friends and extended family. Visitation will held at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church on Wednesday, April 25, from 1-2 p.m. immediately followed by the funeral mass at 2 p.m. The committal will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium 901-454-5795 www.highpointchapel.com
Published in The Commercial Appeal on April 23, 2012

Karla Gerstenberger ('62) [posted May 23, 2001] - The following is from The Natchez Democrat,Natchez, MS., May 14, 2001:

NATCHEZ - Services for Karla Marie Gerstenberger Laukhuff, 57, of Vidalia, La., who died Saturday, May 12, 2001, at Natchez Regional Hospital, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday [May 15, 2001], at Laird Funeral Home in Natchez, with the Revs. Andrew Brondes and William Gassett and Father Paul Kunnumpuran officiating.
Burial will be in the Natchez City Cemetery under the direction of Laird Funeral Home. Visitation is from 5 until 8 p.m. today [May 14, 2001] and from noon until service time Tuesday [May 15, 2001] at the funeral home.
Mrs. Laukhuff was born Dec. 3, 1943, in Alexandria, La., the daughter of John Henry and Mary Bess Gerstenberger.
She was a resident of Vidalia, La., for 10 years and a volunteer teacher at Cathedral Elementary School. She was also a member of the Pilgrimage Garden Club and the First Lutheran Church of Natchez.
She was preceded in death by her mother.
Survivors include her father, John Henry Gerstenberger of Memphis, Tenn.; a husband, Ralph Lewis Laukhuff Jr. of Vidalia; a son and his fianceé, Ralph Lewis Laukhuff III and Bethaney Leggett of Alexandria; two daughters, Brittny Marie Laukhuff of Vidalia, and Kari Marie Laukhuff and fianceé Kippy Blaney of Collierville, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Chase John Laukhuff of Collierville, and Chad Lewis Laukhuff of Alexandria; one brother and his wife, Robert [Gerstenberger ('65)] and Nancy Gerstenberger of Macon, Ga.; and a number of cousins, nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Mark Carter, Mark Carter Jr., Bill Murray, Charles Falkenheiner, J.W. Gerstenberger and Chad Blaney.
Honorary pallbearers will be employees of Louisiana Hydroelectric in Vidalia.
Memorials may be made to Cathedral School Development Fund or the charity of choice.

Pettus Gibbons ('67) ("Pete") [posted October 15, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 11, 2015:

Pettus Cowley Gibbons
Irving, TX
67, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2015. Memorial services 2 p.m. Monday [October 12, 2015] at Asbury United Methodist Church in Haltom City [Texas]. Pettus was born June 23, 1948, in Memphis, TN to Joel and Sybil Pettus Gibbons. He was a longtime member of the Lindenwood Church. Survivors: wife, Caryn Gibbons; daughter and son-in-law, Jenny Phillips and husband, Kendall; son, Peter Gibbons; sister and brother-in-law, Sybil Haas and husband, Jeff; grandchildren, Gianna, Joey, Gabriella, Basilio IV, Sebastian; stepdaughters, Tracie Rosales, Melissa Whitley and husband, Shannon, Ginny Reeves and husband, Joseph; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mount Olivet Chapel
Greenwood Funerals-Cremation
2301 N. Sylvania Ave., 817-831-0511

Debbie Gibson (associated with the Class of '68) [posted May 7, 2015] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis:

Deborah Batey, 60, of Memphis, TN passed away Thursday, January 6, 2011. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years Douglas Batey. Mrs. Batey was a very selfless person; she spent more time taking care of others than herself. She is also survived by her two daughters, Lisa Batey and Ashley Batey; two sisters, Susan L. Gibson['70] and Faye [Gibson] Watts ['72], and two granddaughters Annabella and Alyssa. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, January, 11 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 12 also at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery.

Bobby Gibson ('62) [posted April 3, 2015] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis:

Robert M. Gibson Jr., 70, passed away on March 31, 2015. He was born April 21, 1944 in Memphis, TN to Beverly and Robert M. Gibson Sr. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Gibson; daughter, Nicole Davison; and granddaughter, Charlotte Davison. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Thursday, April 2 and funeral services will be 1 p.m., Friday, April 3 at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN 38119, "Behind the Stone Wall."

A video memorial is available for a limited time at https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/KCYJLXMDX2F95MRD

Gibby Gibson ('59) [posted June 6, 2023]
From The Daily Memphian, Memphis, Tennessee, June 6, 2023:

     David Benjamin Gibson III (Gibby) passed away peacefully at his home in Germantown, TN, on May 12, 2023, at the age of 82. He was born in Memphis, TN on February 19, 1941. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. David B. Gibson Jr.
      He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dee Dotson Gibson; his son, David Benjamin Gibson IV, M.D. (Jennifer); his granddaughter, Abigail Diane Gibson; his sister, Rebecca Gibson LaMoreaux (Philip) of Tuscaloosa, AL; his nieces, Helen Young Schadt and Elizabeth Gibson Gordon (Grant), and his second cousins Rooksby Gordon, David Gordon, and Patrick Gordon all of Tuscaloosa, AL.
      Gibby graduated from East High School in 1959 after a great basketball career holding the city record for many years for the most points scored in a single game. After high school, he attended Memphis State University and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He and his father formed Professional Counseling Service which developed tax incentive plans for professional people. Gibby's final employment was with National Safety Associates (NSA) with Jay Martin. Jay and Gibby were great golfing friends, as well as business associates. Golf was Gibby's favorite sport and he was a scratch golfer for many years at Farmington Country Club where he was the club champion multiple times. He played in many golf tournaments all over the south, never losing his love for the sport.
      Gibby was known for his friendly, caring, humorous nature and enjoyed being with friends, as well as traveling. He was devoted to his wife and son who were the center of his life.
      The family would like to thank the following people for their support during Gibby's last months: Roosevelt Morris, Gloria Morris, and Kearya Trent for their consistent and loving caregiving; Erika Bolton who was his caring nurse and Angela Leach who was his Certified Nursing Assistant both from Crossroads Hospice, and all other aides from Crossroads. Special thanks to Mary Dollar and Anda Roberts-Bryant from Crossroads for their love and counseling throughout the process, as well as to the many letters received from Crossroads volunteers. Gibby truly enjoyed seeing all the pictures and hearing the loving words.
      There will be a memorial service at Germantown Presbyterian Church on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The service will be officiated by Dr. Will Jones.
      In lieu of flowers and plants, donations may be made to the Germantown Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.
      Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date.

Bonnie Giem ('57) [posted September 27, 2006]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 27, 2006:

YVONNE L. GIEM, of Memphis, passed away September 25, 2006. She was a graduate of East High School and an English teacher for over 30 years at the University of Memphis. She was preceded in death by her parents, Seth and Kay Giem; and a sister, Pat Hall. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Seth Giem, Jr. and his wife, Peg; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home, with visitation Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. Memorial Park Funeral Home.

Tom Gildehaus (associated with the Class of '58) [posted February 28, 2021]
From The Quad-City Times , Davenport, Iowa, March 31, 2014:

     BETTENDORF — Thomas Arthur Gildehaus, 73, of Bettendorf passed away on March 10, 2014, at Cornerstone Hospice in Winter Park, Fla., after a brief illness.
      A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 121 W. 12th St., Davenport, with a reception for family and friends and a celebration of his life immediately following at the Figge Art Museum.
      Tom was born on Sept. 29, 1940, in Little Rock, Ark., to Arthur and Susanna (Packham) Gildehaus. He had one older brother, Charles, who passed away when Tom was 10 years old.
      Tom grew up in Little Rock, and later San Juan, Puerto Rico. Those years in Puerto Rico would be formative in creating his love of adventure and fondness for the islands. His father died when he was 18, while the family was living in Puerto Rico.
      He attended Phillips Academy in Andover, Mass., from 1957 to 1959. His experience at Andover led to a lifelong passion for learning and support of education. He attended Yale University from 1959 to 1963. He married Barbara Lee Quimby, from Bingham, Maine, on Sept. 16, 1960, in New Haven, Conn., and together they had five children. They met in Chatham, Cape Cod, and the Cape would continue to be a favorite place for Tom, his children and grandchildren to be together.
      Upon graduating from Yale University in 1963, Tom began work for CitiBank as a loan officer and branch manager, first in New York and eventually, following in his father’s footsteps, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, where he worked for five years.
      The family returned to the United States in 1968, where they settled in Concord, Mass., while Tom attended Harvard Business School. Upon his graduation from Harvard in 1970, Tom went to work for Temple, Barker & Sloane, a strategic consulting firm based in Lexington, Mass., for which he would become a vice president and director in 1972.
      It was through his work as a strategic consultant that he accepted an engagement with Deere & Co. to advise its chairman, William Hewitt, in 1980. That led to his acceptance in 1982 of a position as executive vice president of Deere. Tom settled his family in Moline and became an active, respected and well-loved member of the Quad-City community. For the next 10 years he held responsibilities for a number of strategic business units and corporate functions for Deere, while serving on its board of directors, until his resignation in 1992.
      In July of 1992, he was named president and chief executive officer of UNR Industries, Inc., based in Chicago, and served in that capacity and as a member of the board of UNR until April of 1997. During that period, he oversaw the strategic and highly successful liquidation of the company and the distribution of its assets to the stockholders including its controlling majority owner, an asbestos settlement trust. He then accepted the position of chairman and chief executive officer of Northwestern Steel and Wire Company in Sterling, Ill., where he served from April 1997 until his retirement in November 1998.
      During his illustrious business career, Tom also had the opportunity to serve on the boards of directors of Davenport Bank and Trust Company; Continental Bank Corporation and Continental Bank, N.A., Chicago; Bank of America Chicago; Isys Corporation, Alameda, Calif.; Mercator Partners, Concord, Mass.; and Navigant Consulting Inc., Chicago.
      In December of 1992, he married Mary Windsor Waterman. Tom and Mary enjoyed a wonderful life together full of family, friends, adventure, travel and community involvement. Tom and Mary were very happily married for 17 years until Mary’s death in 2009. His years together with Mary were some of the most joyous of Tom’s life. Always up for adventure, together Tom and Mary trekked through the Himalayas, explored the wonders of New Zealand, toured through Kenya and rode elephants and chased tigers in India. Tom and Mary were also deeply involved in the community. A man with many accolades and accomplishments, one of Tom’s proudest was his involvement with the Figge Art Museum. Tom served the Figge in many ways, including as its interim director for 18 months and as a trustee of the board from its opening in 2005 until his death.
      Tom also served the communities in which he lived as a trustee of the National 4-H Council and St. Katherine’s/St. Mark’s School (now Rivermont Collegiate); the President’s Council of the Museum of Science & Industry in Chicago; and as a director of Genesis Health System.
      Tom will be remembered best by all for his enthusiasm for life, his love of travel and adventures with his family and friends, as well as his talent for telling a great story. He was happy to work out in the yard, raking leaves and planting flowers, in all three of his homes — Concord, Moline and South Orleans. He loved putting together a dinner of lobster, steak and corn on the cob, or homemade Rainwater Chili and Key Lime pie, while surrounded by his family. Tom was a loyal and beloved friend to many, but he was most happy spending time at his home on the Cape with his large family. He loved spending the day out on North Beach and driving his boat packed with his extended family of children, two step-children and 17 grandchildren.
      Tom is survived by his daughter, Lisa Quimby Gildehaus of South Orleans, Mass.; his sons, Charles (Pamela) Gildehaus of Concord, Mass., Christopher (Marlee) Gildehaus of South Orleans, Allen (LisaJane) Gildehaus of Ames, Iowa; and his stepsons, David (Ann) Lundy of Minneapolis and Peter (Elsa) Lundy of San Francisco.
      He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Lars Thomas Gildehaus, Mackenzie Elizabeth Brown, Samuel Forsyth Brown, Jack Merrill Armstrong, Arthur Loos Gildehaus, Lucie Loos Gildehaus, Juliet Loos Gildehaus, Henry Miller Gildehaus, William Miller Gildehaus, Jacob Gildehaus, Eric Thomas Gildehaus; as well as his stepgrandchildren, Madeline Sadowski, Ryan Lundy, Windsor Lundy, Ava Lundy, Evelyn Lundy and Devon Byers.
      He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Charles; a son, Thomas A. Gildehaus Jr.; and both Barbara and Mary.
      In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Figge Art Museum, Davenport, Putnam Museum and Science Center, Davenport,,Genesis Health Services Foundation, Davenport, or Friends of Pleasant Bay, P.O. Box 1243, Harwich, MA 02645.

Rose Gillespie (Faculty, 1966-1977) [posted September 26, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 26, 2008:

ROSA EVELYN GILLESPIE, stepped over into Heaven and was welcomed by a choir of angels singing songs of glory on September 24, 2008. She was born in the small town of Stamps, Arkansas on January 10, 1919. Rose graduated from Tech High School and received a Master's Degree in English and Psychology from Memphis State University. Rose worked at the Fisher Aircraft Factory building B-52 bombers and taught music for 35 years at Fairview Jr. High and then East High. She was an athlete playing golf and tennis and was a pitcher for Humko professional softball team. She studied organ with Thomas Webber and Adolph Steuterman. She played for her first church service at First Baptist Church in 1949 followed by stints at Beth Sholom Synagogue and Temple Baptist Church. She also served as minister of music at McLemore Christian and spent the last 35 years at Central Christian Church. She is survived by a number of nieces and nephews and her surrogate family, Peter, Bill and Anne Russell and their children and grandchildren. Her very special surrogate grandchild was Amy Russell Lindeman who looked after her. The funeral will be held on Saturday, September 27 at 11 a.m. at Central Christian, visitation at 10 a.m. She was a great lover of animals. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Memphis and Shelby County Humane Society.

A news story about Miss Gillespie's death was published September 27, 2008 and is available on our "In the news..." section.
There is also a news story about Miss Gillespie's retirement as a church organist in 2006 is available on our "In the news ..." page.

Mary Glass('54) [posted January 13, 2019] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, January 13, 2019:

     Mary Walton Glass Walker, known for her joyful spirit and love for her family, died on Thursday, January 10, 2019. She was 82. Born in Memphis July 20, 1936, she graduated from East High School where she was voted Most Attractive her senior year. She attended Southwestern (Rhodes College), but moved to the country of Panama before graduating to marry the love of her life, Jim Walker ['53], while he was stationed in the Army. After 54 years of marriage, Jim died in October 2009. She devoted her life to raising her three children but still found time to be involved with the Junior League, the Tuesday Study Club and the Greentrees Garden Club. She also loved working in her flowerbeds.
      Mary Walton is survived by her children: Mary Walton Allen and husband John, Jim Walker and wife Susan, and John B. Walker and wife Cheryl; eight grandchildren: Walton Webster and husband Jason, Caroline Cannon and husband Bryan, McKendree Walker, Elizabeth (Bizzy) Walker, James Matthew Walker, Stephanie Walker, John Clayton Walker, and Katie Walker; seven great-grandchildren: Jack Webster, John Henry Webster, Walt Webster, Addy Cannon, Rylee Cannon, Carter Cannon, and Chase Cannon. She is also survived by her sister Lynne Glass ['57] Rice, brother-in-law J. Richard Walker and wife Carol, and sister-in-law Peggy Walker Huffman.
      Visitation will be at St. George's Episcopal Church (901-767-8930) on Monday, January 14 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. with the Funeral Service immediately following visitation at 2:00 p.m. A private family graveside burial will follow.
      In lieu of flowers, the family requests any memorials be directed to St. George's Episcopal Church, 2425 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN, 38138; Palmer Home for Children, PO Box 746, Columbus, MS, 39703; or the charity of donor's choice.
      The family would like to thank Carriage Court Assisted Living and Compassus Hospice for their wonderful care of Mary Walton.

Terron Dominique Golden (class year undetermined) [posted September 29, 2009]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 29, 2009:

TERRON DOMINIQUE "Lil Ty" GOLDEN, 26, of Memphis, laborer and graduate of East High School, died September 23, 2009 in Springfield, MO. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until service time at 4 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at Pentecostal Missionary Baptist Church, Memphis, TN. Burial will be in Memorial Park Southwoods, Memphis, TN. He leaves a daughter, Akyra Golden of Memphis; parents, Terry and Ramona Golden of Memphis; three sisters, Wayneshia Ward, Terrian Golden and Deshana Tate; and one brother, Victor Howard, Jr., all of Memphis; grandparents, Gloria Sanders of Memphis and Nathaniel Sanders of Lyman, OH. Currie's Funeral Home (731)738-2625

Rose Marie Washer Goldfarb (Faculty) [posted September 26, 2011]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 25, 2011:

Rose Marie Washer Goldfarb, retired teacher and community leader, died suddenly from complications of a routine colonoscopy on September 18, 2011. She was 82. The funeral was held September 19. She was a highly respected teacher, popular among her students and fellow teachers, and ran Memphis' first ESOL program (English as a Second Language). She taught Spanish and English in the Memphis City Schools from 1951 through 1985. She was a teacher at Treadwell High School, East High School, and White Station High School. Her first class of students at Treadwell held a 50 year reunion in 2004 where they honored her. Mrs. Goldfarb was born in Memphis on March 22, 1929, the daughter of Sam and Fannie Washer. She graduated from Humes High School in 1947 and received a full academic scholarship to Southwestern at Memphis where she majored in Spanish and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. She met her husband of 60 years, Wesley A. Goldfarb, at Southwestern. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree on June 5, 1951, and they married on June 24, 1951. Mrs. Goldfarb earned a Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling from Memphis State University in 1974. After her retirement in 1985, she traveled extensively with her husband, visiting nearly every continent. She volunteered tirelessly for her synagogue and the Memphis community. Beth Sholom Synagogue named her Volunteer of the Year in 2001 and honored her with the Light of Torah Award for her contribution to the sisterhood. She was president of the Beth Sholom Sisterhood, a life member of Hadassah, a member of B'nai B'rith Women, and a member of Salon Circle. She volunteered for various City projects, including a volunteer tutoring program and the Women's Shelter, and chaired a community blood drive for multiple years. Mrs. Goldfarb was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. In addition to her husband, she leaves two daughters, Dr. Bohne Silber, of Clarksville, Maryland, and Sheri Dembs, of Netanya, Israel, 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She also leaves a brother, Morris Washer, of Memphis, and was preceded in death by two brothers, Harry Washer and Jack Washer. The family has set up the Rose Marie Washer Goldfarb Scholarship Fund in her memory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: Rose Goldfarb Scholarship Fund, c/o The Goldfarb-Silber Family, 13067 Twelve Hills Road, Clarksville, Maryland 21029.

Harvey Goldner ('60) [posted November 11, 2007]
From Seattle Post-Intelligencer, July 5, 2007:

Harvey Goldner, 1942-2007: 'Bard of Belltown' a 'great poet' and a man of mystery
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Last updated 12:14 a.m. PT
By KATHY MULADY P-I REPORTER

     Harvey Goldner, the "Bard of Belltown" who drove a taxi and lived in a cheap rooming house despite writing several volumes of poetry, died Wednesday [July 4, 2007], just weeks after surgery to remove a tumor on his tongue. He was 65.
     Goldner was a Tennessee native who could still summon a deep Southern accent, even after living more than half his life in Seattle. He was a regular at open mike nights, where he read his gritty, measured poems about the struggles of everyday life, his loves, his childhood and the changing Belltown neighborhood.
     "He was a great poet, I fully endorsed him," said Chris Dusterhoff, owner of Spankstra Press in Seattle. "I did three books for him. They were all very popular. Everyone loved Harvey."
      His poetry books include "Memphis Jack," "American Flyer," "New Millennium Business" and "Her Bright Bottom." Another book, "The Resurrection of Bert Ringold," is to be published in the fall.
     But aside from his poetry, few knew much about Goldner.
     "He was kind of mysterious, held his cards close to his chest," Dusterhoff said
     Goldner lived at a rooming house -- with the bath down the hall and cheap rent -- at First and Vine in Belltown. He drove a taxi a couple of nights a week to pay for the room and buy cigarettes.
     The rest of the time he wrote his poems and monopolized a computer at the downtown library checking his e-mail, networking and looking for places to publish his work.
     "A couple of years ago he ran his own quarterly magazine of poetry called Roar Shock," Dusterhoff said. "He did that for a few years and made a lot friends that way. He never put me in there, but I don't hold that against him."
     Goldner leaves two daughters, two sons and eight grandchildren. He was a mystery to them as well.
     "I have been trying to piece everything together in the last two months since he got sick," said his daughter Emily Goldner of Seattle. "He really wasn't much of a talker."
     He grew up in Tennessee and started writing when he was in high school. He graduated from Rhodes College in Memphis, then continued graduate work in classical literature at the University of New Mexico. He considered becoming a professor, but was frustrated by university politics.
     Instead, he worked in hospitals, mainly as an X-ray technician, including at Harborview Medical Center. In the 1960s, he fell in love with a nurse who became his wife, Meg Goldner. The family lived on Capitol Hill. They later divorced, and Meg Goldner died.
     "He was an alcoholic," his daughter said. "He went into recovery and never drank again after that. But he said he couldn't work a structured job and maintain his sobriety. His work was his writing."
     Goldner said her father loved the Northwest, camping, nature and water.
     He kept his illness to himself as long as he could.
     "He said don't worry. He never wanted anyone to be bothered," Goldner said.
     "I think he was really private, but as an artist and a writer, he wanted his work read, he was out there promoting his writing. I have just gotten to know that side of him. We had a really good day on Father's Day.
     "The surgery was successful, he was definitely a fighter."
     But 50 years of cigarette smoking had caught up with him. The cancer had spread.
     His friends were planning to gather Wednesday night to remember a fellow poet and his stories, embellished as they often were.
     "Harvey was sober for 25 years, but back in the day I guess he was quite a drinker," Dusterhoff said.
     "He told us he was kicked out of a fraternity for drinking too much. I think the stories he told us were about 75 percent true. He would just kind of tweak things."
     Goldner read his poetry at Frye Art Museum and Poets West and for the Seattle City Council's poetry program Word's Worth.
     Emily Goldner said a memorial gathering is being planned for her father.

A Seattle public radio staion aired an obituary for Mr. Goldner. It can be accessed on the KPLU web site.

Another former East student, Bobby Byrd, a childhood friend of Mr. Goldner, writes a blog in which he has written about Mr. Goldner. Access the Goldner articles on the blog at http://whitepantiesanddeadfriends.blogspot.com.

Karen Goldner ('57) [posted November 11, 2007]
From Pensacola News Journal, November 2, 2007:

Karen Joan May, age 68 of Pensacola, Fl., and Greenville, Ga., died Monday Oct. 29, 2007, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola.
Mrs. May was born March 9, 1939, in Madison, Wisconsin, a daughter of Karl John Goldner and Nora Herland Goldner. She was a homemaker and was a member of Greenville United Methodist Church, the Greenville United Methodist Women, and the Merry Weather Garden Club. She also attended Predido Bay United Methodist Church in Pensacola.
Survivors include her husband, Robert May of Greenville,GA, and Pensacola; a daughter, Kippy Mayfield (& Scott) of LaGrange, GA; a son, Chris May (& Judy) of Greenville, GA; a sister, Bonnie [Goldner] Davis ['66] of Chattanooga, TN; grandchildren, Alex, Nicholas, and Elena Mayfield, and Julianna May; and two step-grandchildren, Barbara Brown, and Christy Gosdin.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Friday, November 2, 2007, at Greenville United Methodist Church in Greenville, Ga., with interment in the Greenville City Cemetery.
SMITH-STEELE-MEADOWS FUNERAL HOME, Woodbury, Ga., is in charge of arrangements. (706) 553-5142.

Payton Goldsmith ('71) [posted November 27, 2024] - From The Daily Memphian, November 20, 2024:

     Payton Goldsmith, 71, died Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024 at Reynolds Baptist Hospice In Collierville, Tennessee. He leaves his son, Marshall Payton Goldsmith of Dallas, Texas; a brother, Lester Goldsmith ['70] and sister-in-law, Beth Gooch of Byhalia, Mississippi; a sister, Kaye Goldsmith ['65] Lewis of Germantown, Tennessee, and his ex-wife, Melissa Hunt Lovelace of Austin, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Lester Goldsmith and Judy Payton Goldsmith. Payton attended East High School from grades 1 through 12, and graduated with honors from the University of Memphis. He was a sales executive with Owens-Corning when stricken in 1986 with a rare autoimmune disease. He was unable to resume his career, and instead focused on helping care for his mother until her death, and on being the best father he could be and ensuring Marshall received a good education. Payton was a member of Second Presbyterian Church. In 2013 he moved to Collierville and attended Central Church until 2019, when his health began to further decline. Despite his illness, he was a devoted father, fiercely independent and lived with courage and dignity. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. Visitation will be 1:30-2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 at Central Church, 2005 E. Winchester Blvd. in Collierville, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Memorial Park at a later date.

Nancy Gooch ('66) [posted March 2, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, March 2, 2008:

NANCY GOOCH LUKE, 59, died Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008 in Pulaski, Tennessee. Nancy was a National Board Certified kindergarten teacher. She was a graduate of East High School and earned her bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Memphis. She taught in the Memphis City Schools for 15 years and served as an exchange teacher to Guatemala in 1974. She was one of Tennessee's first 100 Master Teachers and served as a Career Ladder teacher evaluator from 1984-85. In 1985 she began teaching in Huntsville, AL, and in 1988 was named Madison County (AL) Elementary Teacher of the Year. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Charles Luke Jr. of Pulaski; two sisters, Wanza [Gooch '61] Barrett of Bartlett and Beth Gooch ['75] of Barton, MS; a sister-in-law, Cynthia Gehi of Lakeland; her father-in-law, Charles Luke of Hatchie, TN; a foster son, Darryl Graham, and two granddaughters, Josie Graham and Windy Graham, all of Pulaski. The family requests that any memorials be given to the Lynn Fanning PTA for the Nancy Gooch Luke Faculty Scholarship Fund; Lynn Fanning Elementary School; 8861 Moore's Mill Road; Meridianville, Alabama, 35759.

Prior to her death, Nancy Gooch was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1966 page.

John Goodman ('69) [posted January 2, 2024]:
John Goodman, of Clinton, Missouri, died December 28, 2023.
At this time of this posting, no obituary was available.

Jim "Jimbo" Gordon ('56) [posted July 3, 2022] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis:

     Long time Memphis resident and Attorney, James Lloyd Gordon, passed away on July 1, 2022 at the age of 83. Jim, known to his friends as Skeet, was born to John L Gordon and Opal Anderson Gordon on July 31, 1938. He received his high school diploma from East High School in 1956. He continued his education at Memphis State University graduating with a BS degree in 1962. In 1974 he earned his Juris Doctorate and practiced law locally for 48 years.
      In addition to practicing law, he had numerous interests. He had a pilot's license and was also certified as a river pilot. He was an avid reader and loved sports and the outdoors. As a young man he enjoyed camping, water skiing, fishing and handball.
      He loved cooking for friends and was a master in the kitchen. He possessed a keen sense of humor and shared stories and jokes with anyone who would listen.
      He was a lifelong member of St Luke's Methodist Church in Memphis and a member of the DeSoto Masonic Lodge, No 299.
      He is survived by two sisters, Judy Gordon ['58] Florence of Houston, Texas and Lisa Gordon [associated with the Class of '65] Gunn and her husband Lloyd Gunn of Lenexa, Kansas. He had three lovely nieces, Camille Boggs Greene, Blythe Boggs Riggs and Lacey Boggs Elliott. He also leaves three great-nephews and two great-nieces.
      A graveside service celebrating Jim's life will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at Memorial Park Cemetery [Memphis].

Prior to his death, Jim Gordon was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1956 page.

Algeane Graham ('51) [posted March 15, 2005]
From The Commercial Appeal, April 26, 1982:

Mrs Juanita Aljean Graham Holaday, 48, of Madison, Miss. formerly of Memphis, bookkeeper and wife of John Holaday, died Monday [April 19, 1982]at her home. Services will be at 10 a.m. tomorrow [April 27, 1982] at Ashland (Miss) Baptist Church will burial in Ashland Cemetery. Reynolds Crafton Funeral Home of Holly Springs, Miss., has charge. She also leaves four daughters, Mrs Sheri Stern of Memphis, and Mrs Anna Kelly, Miss Lisa Holaday and Mrs. Shelly Follin, all of Madison, Miss; two sons Jimmy Lee Holaday of Nashville and John Graham of Madison, and her mother Mrs Louise Renick Graham of Ashland.

Sonny Grashot ('61) [posted September 22, 2020] - From Memphis Funeral Home:

     Edward Mason "Sonny" Grashot of Germantown, TN., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2020.
      Sonny Grashot, age 77, graduated from East High School, Christian Brothers University and received his Masters Degree from Seattle University. He was employed by General Electric Aircraft Engine Seattle division as Program Manager for 33 years. He and his wife Celia resided in Seattle Washington until his retirement in 2003. They returned back to Memphis to be close to family.
      He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Grashot and mother Miriam Jones Grashot. Sonny is survived by his wife of 37 years, Cecelia Maxwell Grashot. brother, Louie Grashot (Diane) of Florida and Dinah Allison (Jim) of Memphis, TN, two sisters in law and their husbands, two brothers in law and their wives, a host of nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
      The family would like to thank the Brookdale caregivers and Crossroads Hospice who so gently took care of Sonny in his last months.
      Please respect the families request that in lieu of flowers donations and memorials can be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or charity of donors choice.
      The family will receive friends at Memphis Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 23 from 5pm to 7pm with a private family inurnment to be held on Thursday, September 24 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.

Dorothy Mae Greaney ("Dot")(Faculty) [posted June 9, 2020] - From The Commercial Appeal, June 5, 2020:

Memphis - Dorothy Mae Greaney "Dot" joins her brothers, Edward Francis Greaney Junior and William Andrew Greaney and her parents, Edward Francis Greaney Senior and Catherine Brown Greaney. A graduate of UT - Knoxville, Dorothy taught in the Memphis City Schools from 1950 to 1983 at East High, Georgia Avenue, and Richland Elementary where she taught third grade. Funeral mass will be held Friday June 12th, 10 am at Holy Rosary where she was a parishioner for the last 35 years.

George Grear ('69) [posted February 10, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, February 9, 2016:

George Mackasey Grear, 64, passed away February 7, 2016 at his home. He was born July 19, 1951 in Memphis, TN. He was a graduate of East High School, Class of 1969 and worked for National Filter Solutions as a Lead Service Technician. He was an avid golfer and outdoorsman. He is survived by his wife, Deborah K. Tyler; sister, Nancy Mitchell (Jim); brother, John E. Grear, III (Patty); nephew, Christopher Grear (Meggan); niece, Katie Grear (Mike Adams); and feline companion, Gurl. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edith and John E. Grear, Jr. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, February 9 and funeral services will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, February 10 at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be sent to the American Cancer Society.

Carol Ann Greaves ('55) [posted October 17, 2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 17, 2013:

Carol Ann Rockett, 76, died Tuesday, October 15th at her home in Germantown, Tennessee. She was born on September 24, 1937 in Memphis, Tennessee. Carol Ann was a proud wife, mother, educator and member of St. George's Episcopal Church. Carol Ann was a graduate of East High School (1955) and Southwestern at Memphis/ Rhodes College (1959). She taught mathematics throughout Memphis, including Hutchison School and served many roles at her beloved St. George's Church. Preceded in death by her husband Dr. John F. Rockett; son Douglas Carson Rockett; and sister Nancy Greaves O'Connell ['60], Carol Ann leaves many friends, caregivers, and family members. She is survived by her daughter Karen McFadden and son-in-law Steve, both of Memphis. She also leaves her brother-in-law Dr. Ruary O'Connell; niece Katherine (Tom); nephew Neill (Jeanne); four grandnieces; and a grandnephew. The family would also like to acknowledge those who supported her in care and comfort: Willie Mae Fleming, Mary Gossett, Betty Greene, Evelyn Thomas, Carol Williams and Ardenia Lowe. Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery will host a visitation for Carol Ann 5-7 p.m., Thursday, October 17 and a graveside committal ceremony 1:30 p.m., Friday, October 18. A Memorial Service will be held at St. George's Episcopal Church (2425 S. Germantown Rd.) at 3 p.m., Friday, October 18. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made either to St. George's Episcopal Church or the American Diabetes Association . Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com

Nancy Greaves ('60) [posted February 10, 2008]
From The Times-Picayune, February 10, 2008:

Nancy Elizabeth O'Connell O'CONNELL Nancy Elizabeth O'Connell, beloved wife of Ruary O'Connell, was welcomed to eternal rest on Friday, February 8, 2008. She is survived by her two adoring children: Katherine and Neill, daughter-in-law "Sister" and granddaughter Genevieve. Nancy was born in Memphis, Tennessee where she is survived by her sister Carolann Rockett, nephew Douglas Rockett and niece Karen McFadden. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, La. Visitation will be held at 11:00am, service to follow at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Louisiana Chapter of The National Alzheimers Association, 3717 Government Street Suite 7, Alexandria, La. 71302. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Tory Greer ('87) [posted August 1, 2004]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 30, 2004:

TOREY J. GREER, 34, of Memphis, auditor for Sleep Inn Hotel, died Friday [June 25, 2004] at Methodist University Hospital. Services will be at noon Saturday [July 3, 2004] at Community Holiness Outreach Ministries with burial in New Haliburton Church Cemetery in Olive Branch. Harrison's Funeral Home Orange Mound Chapel has charge. He was a graduate of East High School and a member of Masonic Lodge 213 Maple Leaf. He leaves his parents, Doris and Thomas Greer; two brothers, Corey Greer and Travis Greer, and his grandfather, John A. Greer, all of Memphis.

J.G. Griesbeck (Faculty) [posted October 13, 2010]
From The Commercial Appeal, October 13, 2010:

JOSEPH GEORGE GRIESBECK, JR., 94, of Memphis, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. George was born in Memphis on March 29, 1916 to Joseph George Griesbeck and Margaret Gallagher Griesbeck. He graduated from Christian Brothers High School in 1935, where he participated in wrestling and football. He attended and received his BA from Rhodes College, formerly Southwestern at Memphis, where he was also a member of the Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He went on to receive a Masters degree from George Peabody College in Nashville (now part of Vanderbilt University) and a second BS degree from The University of Memphis. In 1941, George joined the Army during WWII and saw action in the D-Day landing. George went on to fight across Europe and in the Battle of the Bulge. He served in the mechanized 6th Calvary and as Scout and Reconnaissance for Patton's 3rd Army and was eventually discharged in 1945 with the rank of Captain. For the next 30 years, George worked as an educator and became the principal of Guthrie School, Fairview Junior High, St. Anne Highland and finally East High School from which he retired. George received numerous educational awards and in 1972 was honored for a lifetime of dedication to education by the Memphis City Schools. He was a devout Catholic and parishioner of St. Anne Catholic Church in Memphis. George was preceded in death by his first wife of 53 years, Jane Murphy Griesbeck, brother, Charles William Griesbeck, and two sisters, Margaret Griesbeck Orman and Anne Griesbeck Swain. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Angie Brunini Henderson Griesbeck; stepson, Roy Thomas Henderson, Jr. of Memphis; stepdaughters, Anne Lane Hicks of North Carolina and Catherine Lovette McEwen of Nashville, and sister, Ellen Griesbeck Marr. He also leaves eight step-grandchildren, three step-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The family will hold a visitation on Thursday, October 14 at Memphis Funeral Home on Poplar from 5-7 p.m., with Rosary at 6:30 p.m. A mass will be said at St. Anne Catholic Church on Highland at 10 a.m., Friday, October 15, with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family requests memorials be sent to Parent Project for Muscular Dystrophy Research, a favorite charity of George's, at 158 Linwood Plaza, Suite 220, Fort Lee, NJ 07024. Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens 5599 Poplar Avenue (901)725-0100

Mr. Griesbeck was prinicipal of East High School from 1964 to 1972. An interview with Mr. Griesbeck about the high school he attended was published shortly before his death in Purple and Gold, the official alumni magazine of Christian Brothers High School. You may read the article here.

Graham Griffith (Faculty) [posted November 17, 2012] From The Commercial Appeal, November 17, 2012.

Graham McLain Griffith, 78, passed away on Friday, November 16, 2012, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He wishes to thank Dr. Kurt Tauer and The West Clinic for giving him those 10 years so he had the opportunity to know his 4 grandchildren. Graham was born on February 21, 1934, at home in Hughes, Arkansas to Elizabeth McLain Griffith and Graham Griffith. He had a 42 year career in education. He retired from the Memphis City Schools after 32 years of service as a guidance counselor at Oakhaven High for 5 years and 27 years as an assistant principal and principal at East High, Kingsbury and Macon Elementary Schools. Then he worked in guidance and middle school administration at Briarcrest Christian Schools for 10 years. Graham graduated from Forrest City High School and received Bachelor and Master degrees from University of Memphis. He was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was a member of Second Presbyterian Church for 49 years and sang in their choir for 31 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Mimi Butler Griffith, and two daughters, Kristen Lowrance and her husband, Ben, of Collierville, and Leslie Miller and her husband, Jeff, of Seattle, WA. Also survived by four adorable grandchildren: Tucker and Madeleine Lowrance and Carter and Braden Miller. A celebration of his life will be held at Second Presbyterian Church, 4055 Poplar Avenue in Memphis on Monday, November 19 at 4 p.m. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. before the service. Memorials can be sent to Second Presbyterian Church, The West Clinic, Church Health Center, Methodist Hospice, or a charity of your choice . His body has been given to MERI (Genesis) for medical research. Published in The Commercial Appeal on November 17, 2012

Linda Griffith ('74) [posted January 4, 2002]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 4, 2002:

LINDA RUTH GRIFFITH RIVERA, 45, of Greenacres, Fla., formerly of Memphis, homemaker, died Tuesday [December 25, 2001] at her home. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday [January 5, 2002] at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 2450 St. Elmo [Memphis]. Dorsey Funeral Home in Lake Worth, Fla., has charge. She was a graduate of East High School. Mrs. Griffith, the wife of Carlos Rivera, also leaves a son, Christopher Rivera of Florida, and her mother, Patsy Griffith, and a sister, Vickie Carter, both of Memphis.

Steve Griffin ('71) [posted July 27, 2022] From The Commercial Appeal, July 26, 2008:

WALTER STEVE GRIFFIN, 56, of Memphis went to be with the LORD on July 21, 2008. He was a humble man, who obeyed God's teachings of integrity, honesty and to love others. He was a member of Berclair Baptist Church where he was the sound man. He was also a Sunday school teacher to first graders for twenty-five years. He had been on five mission trips to various areas of the U.S. Steve is survived by his wife of twenty years, Lola Griffin; and his mother, Carol J. Griffin. Visitation will be Sunday July 27 from 6-8 p.m. at Family Funeral Care. Graveside services will be Monday July 28 at 1:30 p.m. at West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Steve's name to Abiding Above Ministries, P.O. Box 3916, Cordova, TN 38088 and to Child Evangelism Fellowship, 2091 Lee Place, Memphis, TN 38104.

Billy Grisso ('55) [posted March 26, 2006]
From The Commercial Appeal, March 25, 2006:

Fayetteville [Arkansas] - William E. Grisso, 71, of died Sunday, March 23, 2008 at Washington Regional Medical Center. He was born December 3, 1936 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the son of William Edward Grisso, Jr. and Merle Frances Cooper Grisso. He was a real estate broker with Integrity Real Estate Group of Farmington. He attended St. Paul's Episcopal Church and served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by: his wife: Judy Grisso; a son, Birch Grisso; a daughter, Ashley Grisso; two grandsons, Memorial Service: 2 p.m., Friday, March 28 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Fayetteville, under the direction of Moore's Chapel. Officiating: Rev. Lowell E. Grisham. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, P. O. Box 1190, Fayetteville, AR 72702. To sign the online guest book, visit www.mooresfuneralchapel.com. Moore Funeral Home 479-442-7314

Bobby Grout ('62) [posted April 15, 2019] From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, April 14, 2019.

Robert Wayne Robert Wayne ("Bob") Grout, of Sandy Springs, GA, passed away on April 12, 2019, at the age of 74, due to complications from Parkinson's disease. Bob was a beloved husband, dad, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was born in Memphis, TN on November 2, 1944. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in June 1966 with a degree in Economics where he was President of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity and a member of the Raven Society. Bob went on to graduate from the University of Virginia School of Law in June 1969 in the top 5% of his class. After law school, Bob began his 40+ year career with one law firm: Troutman Sanders LLP in Atlanta, Georgia. He was named head of Troutman's corporate group in 1988, a position he held for 20 years. In addition to many legal awards and recognitions, Bob was one of the few corporate lawyers admitted to the United States Supreme Court. Bob was also proud to have mentored many young lawyers throughout his career. Bob was a long time member of Cherokee Town and Country Club, where he served as its President in 2001-2002, and as the club's general counsel for over 10 years. He was member of Peachtree Road United Methodist Church (the Blazers Sunday School Class) and a member of the Gridiron Club. Bob was an outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman all of his life, and particularly loved fly fishing out west. The love of Bob's life was his family. Bob met Marsha Karkula in November 1959 when they were in junior high school in Memphis. Bob would frequently tell friends that "since that moment I've been in love with her." Bob and Marsha were married in August 1967. It was very obvious to Bob's family and friends that he adored Marsha throughout their almost 60 years together. Bob also adored his two sons, Brad and Taylor, and was extremely close with his identical twin brother, Jim Grout, of Nashville, TN. Bob is survived by his wife, Marsha, son Brad (Megan), son Taylor (Karen), twin brother Jim (Paula), sister Linda Williams, sister-in-law Cindy Glueckert (Rick), brother-in-law James Karkula (Patrick), and grandchildren Camille, Carter, Sam and Ben. A memorial service in his honor will be held at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, 3180 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta Georgia 30305, on Thursday April 18 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

Prior to his death, Bob Grout was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1962 page.

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Kay Haglin ('55) [posted February 12, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 31, 2001:

KAY HAGLIN WOMACK, 65, of Memphis, restaurant reviewer for Memphis magazine, died Sunday [December 30, 2001] at Methodist Healthcare-Central. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. She was a docent of Memphis Brooks Art Museum, administrative director for Playhouse on the Square, administrative assistant for Front Street Theater and public relations officer for Opera Memphis and Memphis City Beautiful Commission. Mrs. Womack, the wife of William C. Womack, also leaves a daughter, Perry Janssen of Edmonds, Wash.; a son, Robert Hallman of Missoula, Mont.; a stepson, Bill F. Womack of Portland, Ore., and a grandchild. The family requests that memorials be sent to Memphis College of Art Scholarship Fund or a charity of the donor's choice.

Drew Haid ('67) [posted January 2, 2012]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 29, 2011:

Drew Haid, 63, Memphis resident and bridge inspector for Shelby County Engineering Dept. died December 24, 2011. Services: 1 p.m. Thursday at Peebles West Funeral Chapel at Oakland [Tennessee] with visitation 2 hours before services. Interment: Walnut Grove Cemetery in Hardeman County. A member of Highland Heights Methodist Church who enjoyed computers, boating, photography and family, Mr. Haid leaves his cousin, Melodie Voyles and his aunt, Mary Smith (Carl), all of Somerville.

Bill Hall ('61) [posted July 13, 2013]
Supplied by family and from the Columbia Daily Herald, December 08, 2003:

Dr. Bill Hall, doctor of psychiatry, died at his home in Columbia, TN, on Dec. 7, 2003. Bill graduated from East High School (Memphis) in 1961. He received a BS in Physical Science and Biology from Memphis State and a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Tennessee. He also earned his MD from UT . Bill served as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force performing Electronic Warfare Officer duties on B-52 missions over Vietnam and was awarded two distinguished service medals. Survivors include his wife, Sara Smith Hall, a daughter, Laura of Columbia, two step children, a sister, Peggy Hall Nobles ['64], Germantown, TN and a brother, Ronnie Hall ['67] of Tampa, FL.

     Dr. William Marvin "Bill" Hall, II, 60, Doctor of Psychiatry and resident of Graymere Manor Road, died Sunday, December 7, 2003, at Maury Regional Hospital.
     Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Williamson officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery with military honors provided by Herbert Griffin American Legion Post 19. The family will visit with friends Tuesday after 12:00 noon at the funeral home.
     Memorials may be made to the Diabetes Education Program at Maury Regional Hospital, 1224 Trotwood Avenue, Columbia, TN 38401 or National Kidney Foundation of Middle Tennessee, 2120 Crestmoor Road, Nashville, TN 37215. Notes of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.oakesandnichols.com.
     The Shelby County native was the son of the late William Marvin Hall and Ruby Redwine Hall. He served as Captain in the U. S. Air Force with forty-five B-52 aerial combat missions in Vietnam and was awarded two Air Medals by the government of the United States of America and the Gallantry Cross with Palm Leaf Cluster by the government of Republic of South Vietnam.
     Dr. Hall received a B.S. in Physical Science and Biology in 1968 from Memphis State University. He was recipient of an American Cancer Society student grant (1974 - 1977) for doctoral research project and attended University of Tennessee in Memphis where he earned a Ph.D. in Biochemistry in 1977. As a result, he published a presentation on the new property of the plasminogen activation peptide(s): Growth stimulation and protease modification. Conference on fibroblast surface protein with the The New York Academy of Sciences. He continued his education at University of Tennessee in Memphis where he earned an M. D. in Medicine in 1986.
     From 1977 - 1981, he did Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Department of Hematology/Oncology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. He had been Coordinator of Research of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Association in Memphis; served internship and residence in internal medicine at Methodist Hospital in Memphis; did psychiatry residency at University of Tennessee in Memphis, was Medical Director for the Columbia Area Mental Health Center; was Medical Director and Vice President of Medical Services for Pinnacle Health in Columbia; and had a private practice in psychiatry in Columbia. Most recently he was employed by Kentucky Psychiatric Services. Through the years, Dr. Hall had numerous publications including a book published by Plenum in 1996, From Memories to Mental Illness: A Conceptual Journey.
     Survivors include his wife, Sara Smith Hall of Columbia; one daughter, Laura Elizabeth Hall of Columbia; two stepchildren, Andrew Houston Legg and Rachel Fagan Legg, both of Columbia; one sister, Peggy [Hall] (William) Nobles ['64] of Germantown; one brother, Ronald Redwine Hall ['67] of Boston, Massachusetts; mother-in-law, Blanche Smith of Columbia; father-in-law, Norris (Peggy) Smith of Columbia; and five nieces and nephews.
     Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Cary Pulliam, Dr. Grant Barr, Dr. Robert McArthur, Dr. Ralph Barr, and Dr. Rod Poling.

Debbie Hall ('68) [posted December 18, 2023]
From Memphis Funeral Home:

     Deborah Hall Worley, age 73, of Memphis, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023. She was born February 13, 1950 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Nancy Louise Moore and James Norman Hall, Jr.
      A talented and successful artist, she created wonderful abstract paintings. She was also a sought after interior designer and decorator. She enjoyed traveling frequently, especially to Paris, France, and shopping wherever she went. She will be missed by all who knew her.
      She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Harry Braxton Worley, Jr.; children, Jason Deweese, Melanie Morgan (Jimmy), and Jennifer Lowery (Scott); and grandchildren, Hayes Morgan, Ansley Morgan, Grant Lowery, Ava Kate Lowery, and Grayson Lowery.
      The family will receive friends and celebrate her life on Saturday, December 23 from 2:00 until 4:00 PM, at Memphis Funeral Home - Poplar Chapel, 5599 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119.

Dot Hall ('51) [posted December 29, 2010]
From Winston-Salem Journal, June 20, 2010:

McCARTHY WINSTON-SALEM - Dorothy Jean Hall McCarthy, died June 13, 2010. She was born September 11, 1933 in Memphis, TN to the late Edward Milton and Hilma Younger Hall. She is the widow of Charles Stewart McCarthy. Survived by her sister, Peggy Hall Dowell ['54]; and sons, Drew and John McCarthy. Per her request, no Services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative CareCenter, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.

Gibby Hall ('58) [posted June 30, 2001]
From The Commercial Appeal, February 6, 1998:

GLADYS `GIBBY' HALL FAKES, 58, of Memphis, homemaker, died of cancer Thursday [February 5, 1998] at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday [February 7, 1998] at Second Presbyterian Church, where she was past president of the Women of the Church, with burial in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. She was a member of the board of directors of the Christian Psychological Center, a member and core leader in Community Bible Study, and a member of the Junior League of Memphis and Grandview Garden Club. She was a graduate of East High, attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and graduated from the University of Memphis. Mrs. Fakes, the wife of Roger E. Fakes [56] for 35 years, also leaves a daughter, Van Fakes Magness of Fort Smith, Ark.; a son, Roger E. Fakes Jr. of Clinton, Miss., and two sisters, Sue Hall Fowler of Somerville, Tenn., and Mary Alice Hall Fisher of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Second Presbyterian Church.

Sue Hall (class year association undetermined) [posted May 17, 2020]
From The Commercial Appeal, May 5, 2020:

     Somerville [Tennessee] - Sue Hall Fowler, age 84, resident of Somerville, Tennessee and wife of the late Thomas Howell Fowler, departed this life Friday afternoon, May 1, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her three daughters.
      Sue was born April 5, 1936 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of the late James Hall IV and Gladys Gibson Hall. She attended East High School and was a graduate of Hutchison School, both in Memphis. She attended Vanderbilt University, Southwestern at Memphis and graduated from the University of Tennessee where she received her B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science.
      Sue was married June 25, 1966 to Thomas Howell Fowler, who preceded her in death on May 10, 2015. She was a member of Oak Grove United Methodist Church in Somerville. She was involved the Community Bible Study and was a leader for many years. She was a member of the Somerville Garden Club and the Fayette Academy Mother's Club.
      Sue was passionate about family, travel and gardening. The role of wife and mother was the closest to her heart and she devoted much of her time doing thoughtful things for all she counted as family.
      Her love for travel started early. Before settling in Somerville, she experienced much of the U.S. and parts of Europe. As her daughters grew older, she loved taking them to places she held dear to her heart. Sue also enjoyed travelling with her husband in support of the family's commitment to the cotton industry.
      Sue had a green thumb and particularly enjoyed roses, a love she inherited from her father. She had 50 plus tea roses in her garden; she liked sharing her roses with her community, often taking them to the sick and elderly.
      Mrs. Fowler is survived by three daughters, Susan Fowler Horton (Michael) of Memphis, Jamie Fowler Sullivan (Jason) of Jackson, Tennessee and Martha Fowler Eubank (Tom) of Memphis and her sister, Mary Alice Hall Fisher of Memphis. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Natalie Swenson Sullivan, Sarah Palmer Sullivan, Corinne Frances Sullivan, Virginia Aldrich Horton, Thomas Howell Eubank, Louise Watkins Eubank and William Fowler Eubank all of whom she loved dearly; two nieces, Natalie Fisher Cofield and Van Fakes Magness; and her nephews, Roger Edmonds Fakes, Jr., Robert Thomas Moore and Winfrod Howell Moore. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Gladys "Gibby" Hall Fakes.
      There will be a memorial service held at a later date to celebrate her life.
      The family requests that memorials be directed to Fayette Cares, P.O. Box 326, Somerville, TN 38068 or the church, charity or organization of the donor's choice.

Carl Hallock ('73) [posted March 23, 2021]
From Aria Cremation Service and Funeral Home:

     Carl Joseph Hallock, loving husband, father and GDaddy, went to be with our Lord and Savior on January 27, 2021 at the age of 65. He was surrounded by his family. Carl is survived by his wife of 43 years, Janet, and by his sons Michael (Erika and their children Jake and Caroline) and Mark.       Carl was born in Memphis, Tennessee on October 16, 1955. He gradated from East High School in 1973 and received his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Memphis State University in 1979. He went on to have a successful 40 year career in pharmaceutical sales.       Carl could always be found with a smile on his face. He was one of the most outgoing, kind souls you could ever meet. He had a passion for helping others. He was the rare combination of someone who had a love of life and a firm understanding of what was important, the simplicity of living a life with those you love. In the days since his passing we have received countless messages that have described all the ways in which this treasure of a man impacted the lives of others. Carl loved BIG and we are better people for knowing him.       Physical fitness and sports were such a passion for Carl. He helped mentor many young people in lifting weights correctly. He helped coach his son’s teams as they grew up and continued that tradition by helping coach his grandson’s Prosper Eagles 4th grade football team last fall. He was happiest on the field or in a gym providing lessons on football, basketball and life. He always pushed those around him to be the best they could be.       Due to the pandemic, there will be a private memorial service.       The family requests any memorial gifts be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Carl.       Memorial Slideshow Link: youtu.be/EZOa8n7EjqU

James Eugene "Jimmy" Hamer, Jr.('58) [posted February 19, 2001]
Sara Hamer Chumney ('55) supplied the following obituary:

James Eugene Hamer, Jr. (known as Jimmy) graduated from Memphis State University in 1962 and attended the Cecil C. Humphreys Law School at Memphis State. In 1965 he received his law degree from University of Mississippi Law School and began practicing as an attorney with a cousin in Benton County, MS. He married Nelda Chase and had a son, Mark H. Hamer, who is now an attorney in San Diego, CA. Jimmy died in April, 1968, from injuries suffered in a traffic accident.

Cay Hamilton ('61) [posted November 21, 2018]
From: The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, November 20, 2018:

     Catherine "Cay" Hamilton Joyce Jones, 75, passed away on November 16, 2018 at North Baptist Hospital in Little Rock after a brief illness.
      Born January 4, 1943 in Wynne, Arkansas to the late Edwin H. Hamilton and Frances Catherine Massey Hamilton. She attended East High School in Memphis. She then attended Miller-Hawkins Secretarial School in Memphis and married her first husband, the late Charles Joyce, upon completion of her training there.
      She enjoyed scrapbooking, researching genealogy, painting, needlework, reading, weaving baskets and travel. Many of her award-winning paintings and needlework are treasured by her family. It seemed anything she tried to do, she could do very well.
      She was a member of PEO Sisterhood, Daughters of the American Revolution, United Methodist Women of Holiday Hills Methodist Church, Stitchers' Club of Heber Springs, West Side Eagle Pride member, Ladies Auxiliary of Greers Ferry Firefighters, Choir member of Holiday Hills Methodist Church and maintained donors to keep Narrows Bridge lights since 1992. In the past, she had been a Board Member of Greers Ferry Chamber of Commerce, Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Community Water System, President of Fairfield Bay Garden Club, President of Cleburne County American Heart Association, member of Cleburne County Crime Stoppers, President of Greers Ferry Optimist Club, Lt. Governor for Arkansas District Optimist Club, President and State Historian of Colonial Dames XVII Century, on Board of Directors at Margie's Haven House, past President of Board of Directors of Community School of Cleburne County as well as having been head drum majorette when in high school.
      She was awarded the Distinguished President for Greers Ferry Optimist Club, Distinguished Lt. Governor for Arkansas District with Optimist International, Excellence in Community Service Award from the Daughter of the American Revolution and twice received the United Methodist Women service pin.
      She was preceded in death by her second husband, Robert S. Jones, her brother, William Carl Hamilton [class year association undetermined] and parents. She is survived by her two sons: C. Michael Joyce Jr. and wife, Alicia, and Christopher H Joyce and wife, Janet; stepdaughter, Julia Reynolds and husband, Glenn; stepson, Frank Jones; her brother, Clifton Hamilton and wife, Anna; grandchildren: Hunter Joyce, Lily Joyce, Isabella "Bella" Joyce, Jocelyn Larson, Jessica Grigsby, Claire Jones, Connor Jones, Megan Holloway and her husband, Louis; great-grandchildren: Eliana Holloway, Emily Holloway, Kali Larson, Jonathan Larson, Tia Donahoo, Logan Core and Ryker Corey .
      Visitation will be at 12 p.m., with funeral services at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21, at Greers Ferry Holiday Hills Methodist Church, with interment in Woodlawn Memorial Cemetery.
      She has requested any memorials to be sent to Arkansas Sheriff's Youth Ranch, P.O. Box 3964, Batesville, Arkansas 72503 or Feed the Hungry.Arrangements by Family Funeral Service of Heber Springs, AR. 501-362-2088.

Prior to her death, Cay Hamilton was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1961 page.

Phil Hancock ('51) [posted December 13, 2005]
From The Commercial Appeal December 13, 2005:

PHILIP LEE HANCOCK, 73, died Sunday, December 11, 2005 at his home. He was a gun and knife collector and of the Presbyterian faith. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, December 15 [2005] at High Point Funeral Chapel, 3788 Summer Avenue, with graveside services at 11 a.m. Friday, December 16 [2005] at the West Tennessee Veteran's Cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Michael Hancock of Sonona, AZ and Richard Hancock of Memphis; three daughters, Christine Ballard of Moscow, Phyllis Burns and Tori Hancock, both of Memphis; a half-sister, Melissa Mantel Sesta of Boynton Beach, FL; a half-brother, R. Sidney Mantel of Cary, NC; and one grandson, Christopher Pike. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. High Point Funeral Chapel 901-454-5795

Ricky Handwerker ('68) [posted November 1, 2022]
From: Tampa Bay Times, Tampa, Florida, October 30, 2022:

HANDWERKER, Richard 74, of Villages, died October 26, 2022. He will be dearly missed. Coastal Cremations of Lutz

Ronnie Handwerker ('67) [posted July 24, 2023]
From: The Daily Memphian, Memphis, July 24, 2023:

     With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Ronald "Ron" Dean Handwerker Sr., who peacefully left us on July 20th, 2023. His departure leaves behind a cherished legacy of love, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to both family and country. Ron was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, and his absence will be profoundly felt by all whose lives he touched.
      Born on January 20, 1947, in Memphis, TN, Ron was the cherished son of George W. Handwerker Jr. and Norene Posey Handwerker. He graduated from East High School in Memphis. Following his graduation, Ron served with honor in the U.S. Navy from 1968 to 1972. After his military service, he graduated from State Tech while working as an electrician for AC Electric. Then he continued his commitment to public service, working diligently as a civil servant at the Naval Air Station, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Army Defense Depot of Memphis. Ron ultimately retired from Harrah's Entertainment, where he served as a skilled Voice and Networking Engineer.
      Ron's deep love and care for his family will forever be etched in our hearts. He radiated wisdom, kindness, and laughter, and his presence was a beacon of joy at family gatherings. He cherished every moment spent with loved ones, sharing stories, and imparting valuable life lessons. Ron possessed a unique ability to make everyone feel valued and appreciated.
      He is survived by his devoted wife and companion of 55 glorious years, Judy Handwerker, with whom he raised two beautiful children, Dean and Christine Minor (Derrick). Ron's greatest pride and joy were his 7 beloved grandchildren, Brittany, Lauren (Justin), Jaime (Jordan), Daniel, Brent (Krista), Jordan (Noah), and Saylor, along with six great-grandchildren, Olivia, Maddox, John Charles, Jackson, Banks, and Maylee. He is lovingly remembered by his siblings, George "Mike" W. Handwerker III ['63] (Pam), his twin sister, Bonnie [Handwerker ('65)Blalack (Greg), and Susan [Handwerker ('70)] Fairey (Laurence). He was preceded in death by his late brother, Ricky Handwerker ['67] and niece, Kim Johnson. Ron also leaves behind his brothers-in-law, Terry Wynne (Sue) and Louis Wynne (Carol); daughter-in-law, Allison; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended families, and friends whom he loved deeply.
      An avid outdoorsman, Ron found solace in fishing and duck hunting. He remained the ultimate cheerleader for all his family members, attending countless games and events for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, regardless of the distance. On March 9, 2017, he received a kidney donation from his son so he could continue enjoying life. As the sun set, Ron relished spending evenings under the gazebo with his beloved wife, Judy, and their faithful companion, Molly.
      Ron's memory will forever reside in our hearts, and we will carry forth the enduring values and invaluable lessons he bestowed upon us.
      The services honoring the life of Ronald "Ron" Dean Handwerker Sr. will be held on Monday, July 24th, at Memphis Funeral Home on Poplar Avenue. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, followed by a memory service to celebrate his life and legacy.
      The family requests memorial donations be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
      Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MemphisFuneralPoplar.com for the Handwerker family.

Prior to his death, Ronnie Handwerker was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1967 page.

Bonnie Sue Hapes ('62) [posted November 22, 2020]
From: Drum Funeral Home in Hickory, North Carolina:

     Bonnie Sue Lazarow, 74, of Hickory, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 7, 2019, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, NC. Born May 10, 1944 in Jackson, MS, she was the daughter of Clarence Merlen Hapes and Esther Meador Hapes. She retired from the US Government where she was employed with the Civil Service.       In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Arthur Lazarow.       Bonnie is survived by her son, Brian Andrew Fields; daughters, Jennifer Lee Saulman and husband, Billy and Elizabeth Ellen Holzberger and husband, Brian; grandchildren, Jared Saulman, Brayden Saulman, River Fields, Reed Fields, Madison Holzberger, Aaron Holzberger, Sawyer Holzberger, Zander Holzberger and Nathaniel Holzberger, son of Brian Holzberger; and sister, Carolyn Hapes.       A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at the Hickory Crawdad’s Stadium.       In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gordon Hospice House, 2341 Simonton Road, Statesville, NC 28625.       Condolences may be sent to the Lazarow family at www.drumfh-hickory.com.

Bobby Harmel ('64) [posted February 2, 2022]
From: The Daily Memphian, Memphis:

     Robert Earl Harmel, age 75, passed away surrounded by family on January 29, 2022 at the Memphis Jewish Home, in Memphis, TN.
      Robert, affectionately known as Bob or B.O.B by his friends the Belmont Village, was born in San Antonio, Texas. Shortly after he was born, his parents, both from Youngstown, OH, Albert and Jane Harmel, moved the family to Memphis, TN with Bob and his older sister and brother, where they all grew up and chose to make their home.
      Bob graduated from East High School and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Planning in Design from Memphis State University. His spent the earlier part of his career designing restaurants and other commercial properties in Atlanta and Memphis. He went on to spend the rest of his career as a planner and draftsman for the Memphis City School System, including asbestos removal and remediation within the School System.
      Upon his retirement. He spent his time on his creative passions, including continuing education, art, sketching, painting and photography, all of which he pursued and excelled at an exceptional level. He especially loved sharing and giving his artwork to his family, close friends and extended family at his retirement home at the Belmont Village.
      Bob lived his life with a continual passion for his work, the creative arts, a love of Memphis Tiger Basketball, Temple Israel and most importantly his beloved family.
      He is survived by his family including his brother Paul Harmel ['59], his sister [Posy] Lee Harmel ['62] Malkin, his two children, Benjamin Harmel of Dallas, TX, Emily Harmel Kass (Moshe) of Las Vegas, NV, his nieces and nephews in Memphis, Amy Malkin Filderman, Laura Malkin Tanenbaum (Alan) and Arthur Malkin (Andrea). He also thought the world of his four great-nieces and four great nephews.
      A private family funeral will be held at the Temple Israel Cemetery on Tuesday, February 1, 2022.
      Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at: BobHarmelFamily@gmail.com
      The family welcomes donations to the Temple Israel (1376 E. Massey Rd., Memphis, TN 38120) as an expression of sympathy instead of flowers or food.

Lee Harmel ('62) [posted February 7, 2023]
From: Canale Funeral Directors, Memphis:

      Lee Rose (Lee) Harmel Malkin, aged 78, passed away from medical complications of a recent illness at Baptist East Hospital on February 4. She married Arthur (Tim) Malkin on December 6, 1964, and they shared a wonderful and happy life together. Lee was born to parents Albert and Jane Harmel in Youngstown, Ohio on November 26, 1944, the middle of 3 siblings. The family moved to Memphis in 1950. Lee loved sports, especially basketball, spending hours playing with her brothers.
      Upon graduation from East High School, she attended the University of Missouri before returning home to attend the Art Academy of Memphis. After meeting Tim and a brief courtship, they were married 10 days after her 20th birthday. While raising their 3 children, Lee was active in the Jewish community. She was instrumental in helping with the Russian Jewish resettlement program through the Jewish Federation, enjoyed directing and performing in various shows at the Jewish Community Center, and led adult missions to Israel with Tim. With a passion for singing, Lee sang not only in the choir at Temple Israel, but also in the Synagogue choir when Tim and she moved to Surpirse, Arizona for over decade. She was an avid reader and loved most of all spending time with her family, especially her 8 grandchildren who knew her as “Marmi”. Lee will be remembered lovingly by her family and friends for her warm and friendly demeanor, gentleness of spirit, and dedication to her community.
      Lee was preceded in death by her parents Jane and Albert Harmel, and her brothers Paul Harmel and Robert Harmel. She is survived by her husband Tim, her children Laura Malkin Tanenbaum (Alan), Arthur Malkin (Andrea), Amy Malkin Filderman and Lee Filderman. She also leaves 8 grandchildren (Jacob and Grant Malkin; and Rachel, Claire, and Josh Tanenbaum; Matthew, Hannah, Emma Filderman).
      The funeral will be held in the Levy-Cooper Chapel at the Temple Israel Cemetery, 1708 Hernando Road, Memphis, at 10:00 am on February 7, 2023. Friends and loved ones can also stream the service at the service live at: https://timemphis.org/watch-live/
      The family will receive guests after the ceremony at the home of Andrea and Arthur Malkin on Tuesday, February 7, 1-4 PM & 6-9 PM And Wednesday, February 8, 11 AM-2 PM & 6-9 PM
      Messages of condolence may be sent to: malkinfamilylove@gmail.com
      If you would like to make a donation in Lee’s honor, donations can be made to: Temple Israel, Memphis Jewish Home, or Plough Towers.

Paul Harmel ('59) [posted September 24, 2022]
From: The Daily Memphian, Memphis, September 21, 2022:

     Paul G. Harmel, age 82, passed away surrounded by family on September 20, 2022 at Belmont Village in Memphis, Tennessee.
      Paul was born in Youngstown, Ohio, the first of three siblings. Albert and Jane Harmel, his parents, moved the family to Memphis, Tennessee in 1950, where they all grew up and chose to make Memphis their home.
      Paul graduated from East High School and went to Memphis State and enjoyed auditing classes throughout his lifetime to pursue many of his interests. He spent the earlier part of his career working at Farber Brothers Company. Afterwards, he went on to work in retail helping to manage the Patio and outdoor service areas at Central Hardware and HQ, and later as a worker and greeter at Wal-Mart.
      Upon his retirement. He spent his time on his creative passions, including continuing education, Jewish learning, music, photography, and volunteering in the community. Paul continued to play piano at multiple retirement communities, strictly as a volunteer to help spread happiness through his music. He also volunteered to help with the senior lunches at the Jewish Community Center. He thrived on playing his music, helping others, and living his life making the world a little bit better place having been in it. He was constantly concerned about the world news and people suffering all over. He wrote tirelessly to his Congressional Representatives, the President, Governors, Clergy and more to ask for their help in making people's struggles across the world less challenging. He also gave to scores of charities every year, making sure he helped those in need wherever and whenever he could.
      He was described by several of his admirers as a man who was always comforting to be around and as a special person that has impacted a lot of people in his quiet, unassuming way. To Paul, everyone was seen as good and equal, and he always perceived and interacted with the world in a uniquely wonderful "Forrest Gumpian" way. "Uncle" Paul was a truly righteous mensch.
      He is survived by his beloved family including his sister [Posey] Lee Harmel ['62] Malkin (Tim), his nieces and nephews, Amy Malkin Filderman, Laura Malkin Tanenbaum (Alan), Arthur Malkin (Andrea), Benjamin Harmel and Emily Harmel Kass (Moshe). He also thought the world of his four great nieces and four great nephews. Uncle Paul never missed a family event and was considered to be more of an additional Grandparent than a mere Great Uncle.
      The funeral will be held in the Levy-Cooper Chapel at the
Temple Israel Cemetery
1708 Hernando Road
Memphis, Tennessee 38106
Friday, September 23, 2022 at 10 AM.
The service will be streamed live at:
https://timemphis.org/watch-live/
      Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at: paulharmellove@gmail.com
      The family welcomes donations to the Memphis Jewish Community Center Senior Programs (6560 Poplar Ave., Memphis TN 38138) or Temple Israel (1376 E. Massey Rd., Memphis, TN 38120) as an expression of sympathy instead of flowers or food.

Diana Harris ('67) [posted October 21, 2015]
From: The Ledger, Lakeland, Florida, February 7, 2011:

DIANA HARRIS LEMONS, 61
WINTER HAVEN - Mrs. Diana H. Lemons, 61, passed away February 3, 2011 at Consulate Healthcare of Winter Haven due to Lou Gehrig's disease.
She was born December 13, 1949 in Memphis, TN. She was a graduate of Memphis State University and married William B. Lemons in 1981. The family moved to Winter Haven in 1987 where she worked as a social worker for multiple child protective agencies. She was an active member of St. Alban's Episcopal Church, where she served on the vestry, was active in Cursillo and Kairos prison ministry, and worked on the altar flowers. She was a fun-spirited and kind-hearted woman who will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Lemons. She is survived by her children Buck Lemons of Tallahassee, FL and Katy Lemons of Winter Haven, FL; her sister Georgina [Harris ('65)] Coker of Memphis, TN; her mother-in-law Carol Lemons of Winter Haven, FL; her brother and sister-in-law Bob and Jan Lemons of Cashiers, NC; her brother-in-law David Lemons of Winter Haven, FL; and her beloved dogs and cats.
A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, February 11 at 2:00 pm at St. Alban's Episcopal Church in Auburndale, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Alban's Episcopal Church Pantry Shelf Food Ministry.

Mark L. Harris (class year undetermined) [posted July 4, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal July 4, 2007:

MARK L. HARRIS, 48, of Memphis, died on Wednesday, June 27, 2007. Mr. Harris graduated from East High School and State Technical Institute, majoring in electronics. He was a United States Navy veteran where he served as a Fire Control Technician aboard the USS Kauffman. He was an avid guitar player and songwriter and was a member of First Baptist Church, Poplar and Parkway in Memphis. He was predeceased by his father, Isaac Edward "Ed" Harris. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Jimmie L. Harris of Memphis; sisters, Brenda Harris Conner of Forrest City, AR and Lynda Harris McMahan Assink of Jackson, MS; and a brother, Stephen E. Harris. A private Memorial service was held on Tuesday, July 3. The family requests that memorials be sent to a charity of the donor's choice.

Marilynn Harrison ('67) [posted January 5, 2013] - From The Tennessean, Nashville, Tennessee, January 5, 2013:

GIVENS, Marilynn Age 62 of Nashville, died peacefully in her home on the morning of Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013 after a yearlong courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her son, Andrew Givens and granddaughters, Kimsey Drew Givens and Morgan Bailey Givens. Her Memorial service will take place Saturday, January 12th at 3:30 p.m., at Bellevue Church of Christ. In lieu of flowers, her son is requesting that memorial donations be made to the Benevolence Fund at Bellevue Church of Christ. For details about this fund and how to make these arrangements, please contact Cynthia Walker at the main church office at 615-646-9828. For any questions, please contact HARPETH HILLS FUNERAL HOME, (615) 646-9292.

Sally Harrison ('61) [posted September 26, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal (Memphis), September 26, 2008:

SALLY E. HARRISON, died in Houston, TX on September 11, 2008 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer and pneumonia. Sally was born in Memphis, TN on November 28, 1943. After attending Memphis State University, Sally began her career of helping others as a patient liaison at LeBonheur Children's Hospital. After moving to Houston in 1977, she continued her life's mission at Houston Eye Associates in the office of Dr. Jeffery D. Lanier. Retiring in 2002, she is remembered for her total recall of her patients and their needs. Her life, as her career, is marked by her concern and advocacy for others above herself. Preceded in death by her parents, Norman C. and Betty T. Harrison, Sally is survived by: husband, Henry W. Thompson of Houston; sister, Judith T. Harrison of Memphis; aunt, Judith T. Cleaver, cousins Harry M. and William T. Cleaver of Austin, TX; nieces, nephews and friends. The family would like to acknowledge and thank the professionalism, compassion and care of the doctors and staff at the Nellie B. Connally Breast Cancer Clinic and 11th floor acute care facility at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and at the Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation section of St. Joseph Hospital. A graveside service will be held at Elmwood Cemetery, Saturday, September 27 at 11 a.m.In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Houston Eye Associates Foundation, M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or charity of the donor's choice.

Wade Harrison ('56) [posted March 22,2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, March 22, 2013:

L. Wade Harrison, Jr. died on March 18, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital, Bartlett, Tennessee. He was born on October 6, 1938, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was 74 years old. He is predeceased by his wife, Betty, and is survived by his sister, Margaret [Harrison] Miller ['51], his children, Zoe Harrison Marshall and L. Wade Harrison, III, and by scads of nieces and nephews. Wade was a native Memphian and a graduate of East High School. He received his bachelor's degree from the Memphis State University and received his law degree from the Memphis State Law School in 1963. Upon graduation, Wade practiced with his father, Lawrence “Larry” Wade Harrison, Sr. He then worked for Security Title Company and, after a short time, opened his own law practice. When his daughter, Zoe Harrison (Marshall) graduated from the Southern Methodist University School of Law in 1991, she joined her father in his practice. With his wife, Betty, as his office manager and his daughter as his law partner, Wade drew a great amount of pride from the practice of law. He continued to practice until shortly before his death. Another great source of pride for Wade was the success that his son had in his farming venture in Mississippi. Wade loved to go “visit” the farm and give his son “advice” on how best to manage the operation. Some of Wade's happiest times were spent down on the farm, riding around in the fields while his son worked. Wade was a great believer in providing “supervision” to his children. Wade loved the outdoors all of his life. An avid bird hunter, he spent many hours behind his beloved setter, Heidi. When he was no longer able to bird hunt he would sit in deer stands that had been custom-built for him by his son. Wade got some of his best sleep in those deer stands. The deer were largely unmolested. Wade reveled in the company and accomplishments of his grandchildren, Ellie Harrison and L. Wade Harrison, IV, Harrison Marshall and Nick Marshall. He loved being with his grandchildren at his house on Pickwick Lake, driving them around the lake on his pontoon boat, and giving them “projects” to do. His belief in providing “supervision” did not stop with his children. Wade's love of community was not confined to his family, which was large. He loved gatherings of friends. Those gatherings often included iced tea, and other liquids that were about the same tint as iced tea. Many were the nights that Wade and Betty, with a cadre of companions, would enliven the Western Lounge, Mr. B's (the old one, not the new one) and other watering holes, honky-tonks and joints around Memphis, cutting rugs and telling lies. Wade loved to tell stories of those times, and the stories became more extreme as the years went on. Finally, Wade loved the Memphis Tigers. Even the football team. He and Betty were rabid fans of the Tigers, and were nearly ejected from the Coliseum one night for throwing cups of refreshments at Denny Crum. In later years Wade and Betty travelled with the Tigers to the Final Four game in 2008. Wade was thrilled to learn, shortly before he passed from this world, that Memphis was in this year's NCAA tournament, and that Kentucky wasn't. No doubt, Wade will be missed by the ushers at the FedEx Forum, whom he always chatted up. Visitation will be at 1:45 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 2013 at the Church of the Holy Apostles (Episcopal), 1380 Wolf River Blvd., Collierville, Tennessee with a service following immediately at 2:30 p.m. There will be a reception following the service at the home of Zoe and Mike Marshall in Collierville. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Friends of Music Ministry at the Church of the Holy Apostles, the Senatobia Presbyterian Church, or Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.

Zoe Harrison ('53) [posted March 15, 2003]
From The Commercial Appeal (Memphis), March 15, 2003:

ZOE HARRISON GROSS, 67, of Germantown, director of marketing for Stewart Title Co., died Thursday [March 13, 2003] at her home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday [March 17, 2003] at Germantown United Methodist Church, where she was a member, with burial in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge. Mrs. Gross, the wife of Malcolm Richardson Gross, also leaves two daughters, Allison Gross Layman of Austin, Texas, and Julie Gross Keeley of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; a son, Albert Malcolm Gross, a sister, Margaret Harrison Miller ('51), and a brother, Lawrence Wade Harrison Jr. ('56), all of Memphis; and three grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be sent to Germantown United Methodist Church or a charity of the donor's choice.

Joan Hartman ('56) [posted October 6, 2023] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, September 9, 2023:

      Joan Frances Hartman, 86, born on February 25, 1937, in Dallas, Texas to Fred and Raymie Hartman. Joan Frances Hartman was called to her Heavenly home on September 4, 2023. At the time of her death, Joan was a resident at Ava Maria Home. As an infant, Joan moved with her parents to Memphis, where she spent the rest of her life.
      She was predeceased by brother Gary Hartman and is survived by Brother Fred Hartman ['57] of Jacksonville, Florida, nieces, Suzie Hartman of Jacksonville and Sheila Halter with husband Kevin and daughter Gracie of Alpharetta, Georgia.
      Joan graduated from East High School in 1956 and earned a BS degree in accounting in 1960 from Memphis State (now University of Memphis). She spent her entire career as an accountant with banks in Memphis, beginning with Memphis Bank and Trust; she retired from AmSouth Bank in 2000. Post retirement, she moved from her home of many years to Bellevue Woods, a retirement community. Concurrently, as a devout Christian, Joan transferred her long-standing membership at Cherokee Baptist to Bellevue Baptist Church. In retirement, Joan remained an avid reader, participated in a variety of social activities and outings offered at Bellevue Woods, and continued her spiritual journey through inspirational ministries of Bellevue Baptist. Due to a health crisis in 2020, she lost independence and was confined to a long-term care facility.
      Services will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home in Memphis, TN. on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. a visitation will be held an hour prior to service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Tom Hartzog ('55) [posted March 17, 2001]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 14, 1990:

Costume, art collector Hartzog dies

Former Memphian Thomas S. Hartzog of Atlanta, businessman and art collector, died Tuesday [December 11, 1990] at the Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.
He was 53.
Services will be at 11 a.m. today [December 14, 1990] at H. M. Patterson and Son-Oglethorpe Hill Funeral Home in Atlanta with burial in Arlington Memorial Park.
He was involved with his father, L.S. 'Mr. Hart' Hartzog, who died in July, in the restaurant business, owning 35 Kentucky Fried Chicken outlets, 84 Wendys franchises, 35 Mrs. Winners locations and nine Po-Folks restaurants.
His father started a wholesale bakery in Selma, Ala„ and later founded Hart's Bread in Memphis.
Thomas Hartzog and his late wife Joye Hartzog owned one of the largest private collections of movie costumes in the world and exhibited them for charitable causes in Memphis, Atlanta, Paris and Australia, as well as the Museum of Art in New York City.
His art collection included original works by Frank Sinatra, Gloria Swanson, James Cagney, Marilyn Monroe, Phyllis Diller and others.
In the costume collection of more than 300 items were clothes worn by film stars such as Jeanette MacDonald, Nelson Eddy, Lana Turner, Phyllis Diller, Greta Garbo, Cark Gable, Debbie Reynolds, Elizabeth Taylor, Errol Flynn, Merle Oberon and Robert Taylor.
Part of the collection was displayed at the Memphis Pink Palace Museum several years ago in a show attended by the Hartzogs' friend, Debbie Reynolds. Later, the exhibit was displayed at the Mid-South Fair.
Hartzog produced plays in California with stars such as Eve Arden, Van Johnson and Yvonne de Carlo. He was nominated for the Joe Jefferson award in Chicago for his production of Lenny.
He published a book on Jeanette McDonald, published movie magazines and produced 13 episodes of the television show, Disco Now.
Hartzog was a member of the Fine Art Collectors, President's Club of The Thalians in Los Angeles, Georgia Film and Tape Advisory board, president of the National Film Society and a lifetime member of Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity.
He attended the University of Colorado and Memphis State University.
He was a member of Peachtree Presbyterian Church.
He leaves a daughter, Mrs. Jennifer Hartzog Zufall of Memphis, and his mother, Mrs. Kathryn W. Hartzog of Atlanta.
The family requests that any memorials be sent to Thalians of Los Angeles or The Fox Theatre of Atlanta.

David Harsh ('68) [posted April 24, 2011]
From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, April 24, 2011:

David Newby Harsh III, died on Good Friday April 22, 2011 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee after a short illness. Born in Memphis on November 18, 1950 , he was the son of the late Jacqueline Darms Harsh and George Westervelt Harsh Sr. He was the grandson of the late George and Ruth Darms and David and Helen Harsh. He is survived by a sister Pamela Darms Harsh ['67] of Memphis and a brother, George "Westy" Harsh, Jr ['65] and sister- in-law Janice Burgess Harsh of Houston TX. He also leaves a niece Caroline Harsh Bennett and a nephew George W. Harsh, III also of Houston, TX. After graduating from East High School in 1968, he attended and graduated from State Technical Institute with highest honors with an Associate Degree in Engineering. David followed his passion for music and entertainment by opening The Bull Shotte in 1975, later changing the name to Newby's a well known bar, pool hall, and dinning room at 539 S. Highland St. It became known as "the college bar you never graduated from." At the same time, he became partners with Jake Schorr at Jefferson Square, and The North End. In 1996, David sold Newby's and became a real estate investor. In 2004, he ventured out again in the restaurant industry with partner Jake Schorr and opened the popular Westy's in the Pinch District. David was a member of Christ United Methodist Church since 1958. He was on the board of Shepherd's Haven, a ministry to special needs adults. Westy's Restaurant feeds the hungry and homeless every Thanksgiving and Christmas. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at Christ United Methodist Church, 4488 Poplar Avenue, Memphis with services to follow beginning at 2 p.m. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Following the interment everyone is invited to a celebration at Newby's. Arrangements have been entrusted to: High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium (901) 454-5795 www.highpointchapel.com

Susan Haspel ('62) [posted March 31, 2022, updated April 3, 2022]
From The Daily Memphian - La Prensa Latina, Memphis, April 1, 2022:

      MEMPHIS, TN (The Daily Memphian) — Susan H.Sanford, whose passionate civic spirit, business savvy, and tireless advocacy benefited a wide range of nonprofit organizations, died Monday evening after a brief illness. She was 77.
      In her most prominent public role, Sanford was president and CEO of the Mid-South Food Bank from 1991-2010. During her tenure,the food bank doubled its distribution and expanded to serve 31 counties in Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas. “The food bank stands today as one of the most recognizable nonprofits in the Mid-South because of Susan’s vision,leadership, her compassion and commitment,” said Estella Mayhue-Greer, who followed Sanford as food bank president and CEO. Before joining the food bank,Sanford was development director for the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art from1986-1991. She helped to secure funding for the museum’s $2.5 million expansion and renovation.
      “I feel like I went from feeding the soul to feeding the body,” she told the Memphis Daily News in 2006. Sanford and the food bank became founding members of the Safety Net Collaborative, which includes the American Red Cross, Catholic Charities Inc., Christ Community Health Services, Church Health Center, Memphis Union Mission, MIFA and The Salvation Army. Over the years, Sanford also served as president of the Memphis Arts Council and the Memphis Rotary Club, and chair of United Way of the Mid-South. She helped to establish the YWCA’s Family Shelter for women and children. In 2008, she won a regional Emmy Award for community service along with producer John Koski and WHBQ-TV.
      Susan Haspel Sanford was born Nov. 14, 1944,and was the eldest of two children of Sam and Geraldine Haspel. Her father was president of Temple Israel, and the person she said she most admired. In 2009,Sanford was among the first six women to receive a Legends Award from the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis. Others were Happy Jones, Minerva Johnican, Maxine Smith, Jeanne Varnell and Jane Walters. Family and friends described Sanford as a kind, creative and tireless advocate for justice,equality, and community.
      Sanford, a 1962 graduate of East High School, majored in history at the University of Wisconsin, and worked for Rand McNally and Illinois Bell before returning to Memphis. Sanford is survived by her husband of 15 years, Billy Reed; her daughters, Julie and Jill, and two granddaughters; two stepchildren, Virginia and Leighton, and two step-grandsons; her mother, Geraldine Haspel; her brother, Randy Haspel [associated with the Class of '65], and her former husband, Jeff Sanford.
      Private services were held Thursday. A memorial service is planned. The family requests that donations be made to the Mid-South Food Bank.

Henry Hasselle ('63) [posted July 12, 2020] from The Commercial Appeal, July 10, 2020:

     Memphis - Henry Judson Hasselle died peacefully at Methodist University Hospital on July 4, 2020 in Memphis, Tennessee. He was 74 years old.
      Henry was born on July 10, 1945 in Memphis to his parents, Robert and Anne Hasselle. He was a dedicated husband and father and a proud Eagle Scout. He had a passion for social justice, the outdoors, and Tiger basketball. He was well known for his quick wit and contagious laugh.
      Henry was a graduate of East High and Vanderbilt University. During college, he spent a year abroad at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland, where he was a star basketball player. He made lifelong friends at Aberdeen and returned to Europe to visit them later in life.
      After college, he worked as a counselor at the Dallas Salesmanship Club Boys' Camp. During his two and a half years there, he helped teach kids outdoor skills like canoeing, camping, and fishing as well as life skills like teamwork and leadership. He loved telling his family about his adventures canoeing with the kids down the Trinity River.
      In 1971 he married his wife of 49 years, Christy Cobb Hasselle. They lived together in Memphis, where Henry worked for the Social Security administration for 31 years. He retired in 2005 and spent his retirement years enjoying time with his friends and family, caring for his mother Anne, tending to his garden, fishing, and volunteering as a tutor for elementary school children.
      Henry is survived by his wife, Christy Hasselle, his children, Michael, John, and Amanda Hasselle, his daughters-in-law, Rachel and Melissa Hasselle, his siblings, Bob [Hasselle ('60)], Tom [Hasselle ('66), and Wendlandt [Wendy] Hasselle ['70], and his grandchildren, Lucy, Walker, Holden, and Milo Hasselle.
      Henry will be buried at Forest Hill Cemetery on July 11, 2020. The burial will be accompanied by a small memorial ceremony. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer's Association or Idlewild Presbyterian Church.

Henry Hathaway ('59) [posted June 19, 2011] from The Commercial Appeal, June 19, 2011:

Henry W. Hathaway, 72, lifelong Memphian, died June 16, 2011 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Friends and acquaintances may visit the funeral home for visitation on Tuesday, June 21 from 6 p.m until 7:30 p.m. and for funeral services on Wednesday, June 22 beginning at 2 p.m. all at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens on Poplar Avenue. Burial with military honors will follow in Forest Hill Midtown Cemetery. Mr. Hathaway was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Luella V. Hathaway. He is survived by his cousins and a host of friends for whom he cared deeply. Any memorials may be made to the Memphis Humane Society, Grace St. Luke's Church or the National Diabetes Association.

Rae Jean Hay ('55) [posted January 24, 2018] from The Commercial Appeal, January 24, 2018:

     Rae Jean Hay passed away on January 20, 2018, at the age of 80 after three weeks in Baptist Hospital ICU fighting lung disease. She was born in Baltimore MD but moved with her family to Memphis, then Nashville, then back to Memphis where she graduated from East High School in 1955.
      She graduated from Memphis State University in 1960 where she was in Phi Mu Sorority and received a special award after serving as Membership Chairman. Among her friends she was known as "Sugar Rae" because of her effervescence and love of all people. Her fondest college memories were going with friends to hear great blues on Beale Street and in West Memphis. After graduating with a degree in Sociology, she became a government social worker in Memphis interacting directly in the field with her clients.
      In 1963 Rae moved to Davenport Iowa where she again was a social worker. In 1965 she decided to move to San Francisco and accepted a job as a social worker in adoptions. While there, she married and in 1970 moved to Santa Barbara, CA where she was a Level III social worker due to her experience. As her husband's medical practice grew, she gave up social work to become his office manager.
      That change allowed her time to be more involved in community service, so when she was asked by a judge in 1978 to serve on the Santa Barbara County Grand Jury for a year, she accepted. After having been involved for many years in the Goleta Valley Branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women), she was elected President and served two terms during which time the chapter grew to over 450 women. Her unfulfilled passion was to illustrate children's books after having done one in college.
      Rae moved back to Memphis in 1995 after her divorce and lived in Collierville before recently moving to Town Village Audubon Park.
      She was a serious genealogist of her family history and lineage and was known for her demand for documentation. Rae is survived by her sister Janet Hay Lyons and brother-in-law Al Lyons of Memphis TN and Pass-A-Grille FL, nephew Alpha Lyons (Vesna Milojevic) of New Orleans LA, niece Christine Lyons of Leadville CO and several cousins in North Carolina.
      Private memorial services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carpenter Art Garden at www.carpenterartgarden.com or PO Box 11529, Memphis TN 38112 or to a charity of your choice.

Eva Hayes ('71) [posted January 28, 2002]
From The Commercial Appeal (Memphis):

EVA HAYES LOGAN, 49, of Peachtree City, Ga., formerly of Memphis, homemaker, died Thursday [January 24, 2002] at her home. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Friday [February 1, 2002] at Peachtree City United Methodist Church with entombment in Memorial Park Mausoleum. Carmichael-Hemperley Funeral Home in Peachtree City has charge. Mrs. Logan, the wife of Chris Logan, also leaves her stepmother, Irene Hayes of Beech Bluff, Tenn.; three sisters, Wanza Wilkin of Newport, Ark., and Peggy Marshall and Hazel Dalton, both of Corinth, Miss., and a brother, Lonzo Hayes Jr. ['69] of Calabash, N.C. The family requests that memorials be sent to VHL Family Alliance in Brookline, Mass., or a charity of the donor's choice.

Eva Hayes was a participant with The East High Alumni Page. Her last profile entry can be found on the Class of '71 page.

Nancy Haynes ('58) [posted August 2, 2008]
From San Antonio Express-News, August 2, 2008:

Nancy Jane Haynes Blumer was born on June 6, 1941, and passed away on July 31, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. After a long, hard fought battle with ovarian cancer, Nancy Blumer finally found peace. Nancy was adored by so many people, and leaves behind so many broken hearts. She was married for 47 years to her best friend and husband Robert [Blumer ('55)]; they met when Nancy was 15 years old. Theirs was a bond like no other. She has 3 daughters, Jennifer, Lynn and Shannon; they were her absolute pride and joy. She adored her 9 grandchildren, and was certain they all hung the moon and her sons- in-law were the best men her daughters could have ever married. Her younger sister, Sue [Haynes (associated with the Class of '65)], was more like her fourth daughter; she loved and cared for Aunt Sue and their sisterhood was something she held so closely to her heart. She also leaves behind another younger brother and sister in Tennessee of whom she spoke so fondly. She had so many friends in her lifetime that it is hard count. We all miss her terribly, but know that she is in Heaven now; because of that it is a much brighter, warmer place. Goodbyes were always hard for us, so she always taught us to instead say, See you later. Save us a place up there, Mommy; we will indeed see you later. SERVICES A Graveside Service will take place at 2:00 P.M., Monday, August 4, 2008 in Mission Burial Park North. A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 P.M., on Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at John Calvin Presbyterian Church in Windcrest, Texas. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Ovarian Cancer Research www.orangeoutovarian.com. You may sign the on-line guestbook at www.missionparks.com under the obituary section. Mission Park Funeral Chapels North.

Prior to her death, Nancy Haynes was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1958 page.

Bob J. Hazlewood (Faculty 1955-1957) [posted December 28, 2015]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 19, 2015:

Dr. Bob J. Hazlewood, age 84 of Memphis, formerly of Jackson, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at Methodist Hospice Residence in Memphis, TN.
Dr. Hazlewood was born in Milan, TN on September 17, 1931, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Hazlewood.
He graduated from Milan High School and continued on to Vanderbilt where he graduated with a BA Degree in English. He was granted a Ford Foundation Fellowship to get an M.A.T. from Peabody and Vanderbilt. After teaching at Castle Heights Military Academy and East High School, he returned to Nashville where he received his EdS Degree from Peabody, and then his PhD from Peabody-Vanderbilt.
Dr. Hazlewood went to Bethel College where he served as chair of the English Department. In 1963, the family moved to Jackson, TN where Dr. Hazlewood served various terms as the chair of the English Department, Humanities Division, and later the dean of the Humanities School at Lambuth College. During his tenure at Lambuth, Dr. Hazlewood taught a Sunday School class at First United Methodist Church for 18 years. After 33 years of teaching at Lambuth, Dr. Hazlewood retired.
Dr. Hazlewood was also known in Jackson as the "flower man" who loved raising flowers in his greenhouses and working in his own yard.
Dr. Hazlewood is survived by his wife, Judith Evans Hazlewood of Germantown, TN; son, Dr. Jeffrey E. Hazlewood (Sue) of Lebanon, TN; daughter, Amy Hazlewood McAtee (Neal) of Memphis, TN; and grandchildren, Joseph Hazlewood, Jenna Hazlewood, Abby McAtee Gatliff (Cort), Maggie McAtee, and Will McAtee.
The family will receive friends on Sunday afternoon, December 20, 2015 from 12:30 – 2 p.m. at George A. Smith and Sons North Chapel. A funeral service will follow the visitation at 2 p.m. with Dr. Paul Clayton and Rev. Cecil Kirk officiating. Interment for the family will follow in Ridgecrest Cemetery.
The family requests that memorial contributions in Dr. Hazlewood's memory be directed to First United Methodist Church in Jackson, 200 S. Church St., Jackson, TN 38301.

Curt Healy ('68) [posted October 10, 2012]
From The Commercial Appeal, October 6, 2012:

Curtis Healy, 62, died September 28, 2012. Affordable Cremation Society, 901-458-8575 Published in The Commercial Appeal on October 6, 2012

Philip "Flilp" Hehmeyer ('63) [posted February 2, 2011]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 24, 1982

     Gunshot Kills Cotton Marketer Executive
     Philip Leland Hehmeyer, a former Memphian who in June was elected board chairman of the New York Cotton Exchange, was found dead yesterday in his New York apartment, the victim of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound.
     A New York police spokesman said Hehmeyer, 37, apparently shot himself with a shotgun.
     Hehmeyer's body was found in the kitchen of his Upper East Side apartment at 2:20 p.m. police said. A shotgun was lying beneath his left leg. Detectives said suicide notes were found in the apartment but would not release their contents.
     Hehmeyer's death came almost two weeks before he was to marry Miss Susan McCadden Carr of New York City and formery of Clarksdale, Mississippi. The wedding was scheduled for September 4 in Clarksdale.
     Miss Carr is the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Andrew R. Carr of Clarksdale.
     Hehmeyer was the son of Mr. And Mrs. Walter Hehmeyer of Oxford, Mississippi, and formerly of Memphis.
     “Everything was perfect. He was getting married. The parents are absolutely distraught at this point, “ said Frank Hall, a close family friend contacted last night at the Hehmeyer home in Oxford.
     Another family friend who asked not to be identified said Hehmeyer's body was found by a friend who had been asked by Miss Carr to go to his apartment and check on him.
     The friend said Miss Carr, who had traveled to Clarksdale on Saturday to prepare for the wedding, became concerned when she did not hear from Hehmyere over the weekend.
     Hehmeyer also owned Hehmeyer and Company, a futures trading firm in New York City which delt mainly in cotton but also in orange juice and propane futures.
     He was elected chairman of the board of the NYCE in early June and was believed to be the youngest NYCE board chairman in history.
     Hehmeyer was a 1963 graduate of East High School in Memphis. He attended the University of the South (Swanee) in Swanee, Tennessee, three years and then joined the army.
     Following three years of military service which included a tour of duty in Vietnam, he received a degree from Swanee in 1970. While at Swanee he was president of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.
     After graduating he worked as a reporter for the Commercial Appeal.
     Later Hehmeyer managed two restaurants in the Virgin Islands and then represented a Memphis cotton company in New York City before forming his own futures trading firm.
     The elder Hehmeyer and his wife were reportedly en route to New York last night.
     Friends of Hehmeyer in Memphis were shocked by his death.
     “Phil was a good friend of all of ours in Memphis, “ said Rudi Scheidt of Hohenberg Brothers cotton company. “He was probably one of the youngest (NYCE) chairmen and one of the most able. It's a big shock and a big loss.”
     He said several people gathered at his house after learning of Hehmeyer's death.
     In addtion to his parents, Hehmeyer leaves a brother, Christopher Key Hehmeyer ['63] of Chicago.
     Authorities were still investigating the death last night, and no ruling had been made pending an autopsy, which was scheduled today.

Lamar Heiskell ('58) [posted May 31, 2021]
From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, January 10, 1975:

Major Heiskell Is Ruled Dead As Victim Of War
     Maj. Lucius Lamar Heiskell, son of former Shelby County Atty. Gen. John M. Heiskell, has been declared dead, after being missing in action in North Vietnam for seven years.
     He was listed missing in 1967 after his plane and rescue helicopter were shot down near the village of Don Bai Dinh.
     A letter for the Air Force to Mr. Heiskell said the plan Major Heiskell was piloting was shot down while on a reconnaissance mission.
     Major Heiskell, who was 27, parachuted free of the plane and was contacted by radio when he landed. He advised he would "hole up" and wait for a rescue.
     When a rescue helicopter returned some hours later, the crew again made contact with Major Heiskell and brought him aboard, but the helicopter was hit almost immediately by enemy ground fire.
      There were a few survivors who were thrown free of the helicopter which crashed and burned.
     No trace was found of Major Heiskell.
     The Air Force told his father at the time of the crash that "circumstances were extremely unfavorable for his survival."
     Air Force officials said his name has not appeared on any records of the North Vietnamese or their allies and he has now been officially classified as having been killed in action.
     Major Heiskell was graduated from the Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md., in 1962 and was commissioned into the Air Force then.
     He volunteered for duty in Vietnam.
     Memorial services will be at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow at Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church.
     He will be posthumously awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal with First Oak Leaf Cluster and the Purple Heart.
     He also leaves a son, Lucius Lamar Heiskell and daughter, Margaret Winchester Heiskell both of Mississippi; two sisters, Mrs. Halbert Carter of Nashville and Mrs. Wesley Summers of Memphis; and his grandmothers, Mrs. L. Y. Williamson of Glendale, Ohio, and Mrs. Lee Winchester Sr. of Memphis.

John Hembree ('54) [posted April 27, 2010]
From The Clariion Ledger, Jackson, Mississippi, January 6, 2010:

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Dr. John Hembree - Hembree is survived by his father, John Harold Hembree of Brandon; wife, Nancy Love Hembree; son, J. Gregory Hembree and his wife, Renee of Little River, SC; daughters, Diana Dawn Inabnett of Charleston, SC and Cynthia Lynn Price and her husband, Chris of Jefferson, GA and seven grandchildren; two step sons, Michael Love and his wife, Jessica of Austin, Texas and Jonathan Love and his wife, Michelle of Pinehurst, NC; and six step grandchildren.

Tom Henderson ('61)

THOMAS CALDWELL HENDERSON III 64, died Saturday, September 1, 2007 at his home in Germantown. Tom was the son of Marjorie Hall Phelan and Major Thomas Caldwell Henderson, Jr. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ashley Hall of Memphis, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Caldwell Henderson, Sr. of Memphis; and by two fathers, Major Henderson in 1943 and Mr. Eugene Joseph "Jack" Phelan in 2002. A lifetime Memphian, Tom was the youngest charter member of Christ United Methodist Church and was a faithful parishioner there throughout his life. He attended East High School from grammar school through high school graduation in 1961. He continued his education at Mississippi State University, graduating with a degree in Business Administration in 1965. Attending Bulldog athletic events as a student and alumni was just one of "Big Tom's" passions. Tom never missed an opportunity to travel to Hardy, AR to canoe the Spring River. Tom was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed many hunting and fishing trips finding great joy in the camaraderie with his family and friends. Tom was blessed throughout his life with many friends who deeply enriched his life. Tom was President of Schevenelle Ready Mix for many years and later became an agent for Farmer's Group Insurance. He was a member of Germantown Kiwanis Club, Ducks Unlimited and a charter member of the ROMEOS. He is survived by his mother, Marjorie HallPhelan; his wife of 39 years, Elizabeth McKee Henderson, a daughter; Elizabeth Anne Henderson of Memphis; a son, Thomas Caldwell Henderson IV and his wife, Bonney; and two grandchildren, Thomas Hanway Henderson and Margaret Anne Henderson of Madison, MS; two brothers, Eugene Joseph Phelan [associated with the class of '65] and James Lee Phelan ['69] of Memphis; sister Marjorie "Cissy" Heppel ['73] of Memphis; and many other loving family members. His steadfast faith, remarkable attitude and sharp wit made Tom an unforgettable husband, father, son, brother, grandfather and friend. The family requests that memorials be sent to Christ United Methodist Church or Mississippi State University. Arrangements will be handled by Memorial Park Funeral Home. Service times will be announced. Memorial Park Funeral Home 901-767-8930

Gloria Hendricks (Faculty) [posted December 24, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 24, 2016:

Gloria Pace Hendricks, a Chicago-born violinist, vocalist, choirmaster, teacher and recording studio musician whose violin performances can be heard in Isaac Hayes' theme from Shaft and Elvis' Memphis Album, died December 21, 2016 at her home in Memphis. She was 92. Mrs. Hendricks gave her first public musical performance at the 1933 Chicago World's Fair at age nine and then spent the better part of fifty years as an integral member of the Memphis music profession. She moved to Memphis with her family when her father, Ira Dale Pace, left the newspaper staff of the Chicago Tribune to join the staff of The Commercial Appeal in 1937. Although she, her mother, Hettye Nicks Pace, and sister Mrs. Henrietta Nash where new to Memphis, her family ties to the city included her paternal grandmother, Mary Lee Pace, niece of Captain James Lee, Sr., founder of the Memphis based Lee Line Steamboat Company. Mrs. Hendricks returned to Chicago to attend the American Conservatory of Music as a pupil of violinist Scott Willits and vocalist Lois Dyson. Following graduation, she returned to Memphis to begin her teaching career as the first choral music director at East High School when it opened in 1948 until 1955. She was also the first choirmaster of the children's choirs at Christ United Methodist Church. Mrs. Hendricks' orchestral career included performing as a member of the Memphis Open Air Theater Orchestra, directed by Joseph Cortese; the first Memphis Symphony Orchestra, directed by Dr. Burnett Tuthill; the Memphis Sinfonietta and Memphis Symphony Orchestra, directed by Vincent de Frank. In 1984 on the occasion of her retirement from the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, she was formally recognized by the Memphis Orchestral Society Board of Directors as "One of the pioneers of great music in Memphis"; an acknowledgement as well of her work as one of the few women studio musicians in Memphis. She recorded at Stax, High, American and Ardent studios with Memphis music legends including Isaac Hayes, Elvis Presley, Rufus Thomas and The Boxtops. She earned her master's degree in counseling from Memphis State University in 1967. A member of Second Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Hendricks was also a teacher and leader with Community Bible Study until past her 80th birthday. Mrs. Hendricks was the wife of the late hospital administrator, John M. Hendricks, Jr. She is survived by her son, Mark D. Hendricks. In addition she is survived by her niece, Jane Nash Smothers (Jerry) and nephew, Fredrick W. Nash, II (Deloris) of Aiken, SC. The family wishes to thank the staff of Baptist Trinity Hospice and requests that any memorial gifts be made to the Baptist Memorial Health Care Foundation for the Baptist Reynolds Hospice House. There will be a private graveside service. A public memorial service will be held at a future date.

Ray Henley ('56) [posted May 24, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 24, 2016:

Raymond "Ray" Fowler Henley passed away May 20, 2016 in Memphis, TN after a brave battle with prostate cancer. He was seventy-seven years old. Ray was a graduate of East High School and Southwestern at Memphis, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and received his master's degree at Emory University. For over thirty years, he diligently worked in the Treasury and Real Estate departments for Holiday Inn Worldwide. Ray devoted his retirement years to serving others through the prison ministry, volunteer literacy, and career support at Christ United Methodist Church, where he was a member of Lamplighters Sunday School Class and the Men's Prayer Breakfast.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ross and Evelyn (née Fowler) Henley of Memphis, TN. Ray is survived by his wife of fifty-four years, Kim (née Baxter); daughter, Virginia Matheny (Joey); son, Kimbrough Henley (Julie) and grandson, Ross Henley.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 25 from 1-2 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church with the service to follow at 2 p.m. The burial will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Debbie Henrich ('72) [posted January, 13, 2000, full obituary added May 9, 2001] - The following is from The Commercial Appeal, July 25, 1999:

DEBBIE HENRICH CLARK, 44, of Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Memphis, principal at Cross School in Tucson, died of cancer Thursday [July 22, 1999] in Tucson. Graveside services will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday [July 27, 1999]in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. She was a former member of Christ United Methodist Church, a member of the King's Daughters and Sons Home, and was a volunteer at the Home of the Incurables. Mrs. Clark, the wife of Ronald W. Clark, also leaves two sons, Christopher Clark and Erie Clark, both of Tucson; her mother, Margaret Younger Henrich of Memphis, and two sisters, Kathleen Plauche of Waco, Texas, and Karen [Henrich] Jetton ['68] of Germantown. The family requests that any memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Cancer Research Fund, Lamppost Library at Christ United Methodist Church, or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Lisa Heslep (associated with the Class of '67) MARGARET LOUISA "Lisa" HESLEP ANDREWS, 58, of Memphis, passed away Monday, November 19, 2007 at her home in Memphis after a brave struggle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). She was born in Memphis and attended St. Mary's Episcopal School, East High School and the University of Memphis. She was employed in the Philosophy Department of the University of Memphis for 20 years. Through the years, she was a member of the Memphis Obedience Training Club and the Shetland Sheepdog Club of Memphis. Lisa trained and showed her dogs in obedience, herding and agility. She particularly loved her Shelties. In the last 10 years, she enjoyed showing Xena, Katie, L.B. and Sky at agility trails throughout the region. Lisa was preceded in death by her mother and father, Jean and Robert Heslep, and her brother, Ray Myers. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Tina Heslep Ciliberto and Anthony Ciliberto; her niece and nephew, Lisa Ciliberto Justus and Jordan Ciliberto; and her sister-in-law, Wanda Myers. Memorial service will be at Grace St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Memphis at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 9. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to Take the Lead, P. O. Box 6353, Watertown, NY 13601 or Methodist Alliance Hospice, 6400 Shelby View Drive, Memphis, TN 38134---organizations that greatly assisted Lisa in remaining at home during her illness. Memorial service: 2 p.m. Sunday, December 9, 2007 at Grace St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Memphis.

If anyone can inform us with which class Lisa Heslep was associated and what years/grades she went to East, please send the information to editor@EastHigh.org

Jim Hester ('54 and Faculty) July 10, 1996 [revisions Sept. 5, 1996]- It is with regret and sadness that we must report the death Tuesday, July 9, 1996, in Memphis of Mr. Jim Hester (Jimmie Don Hester), former faculty member of East High School. Death was the result of complicatons from a stroke. Jim Hester was principal at Corning Elementary School until he took early retirement this spring. Mr. Hester had served at East in the 1960's. Jim had been an active tri-athelete in recent years but suffered a heart attack earlier this year. He was a member of the Memphis Runners Track Club and several service organizations. Until the heart attack in March, Jim was director of Sunday Schools for many years at his church, Forrest Hill Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Clara J. Hester, daughter Meme Hester Coots of Collierville, Tn., and two sons, Jim Hester of Nashville and Chuck Hester of Atlanta, his mother and stepfather Mr. & Mrs. T.H. Davis, and a brother, Ron Davis ('67) of Redmond, Washington.
Services were held July 10, 1996 at Forrest Hill Baptist Church. Burial was at Memorial Park Cemetery.
I'm sure the entire East alumni community joins us in extending our deepest sympathy to Mr. Hester's family.

Mr. Hester taught science at East circa 1966-67.

Phil Hibbard ('56) [posted April 11, 2011] - From The Houston Cronicle, April 10, 2011:

Philip Sabin Hibbard died peacefully with his loving family at his side April 7, 2011 in League City, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
He was born September 11, 1938 in Auburn, New York to Leone and Arthur Hibbard.
His parents, a brother David, and his daughter Leslie predeceased him.
Educated in Memphis, Tennessee, he proudly served in the United States Air Force. Phil established the successful Memphis investment banking firm Hibbard, O'Conner & Weeks, Inc., expanding it to New York and then to Houston in the early 1970s.
Always an entrepreneur, he formed several businesses here including Texas Security Manufacturing, an apartment complex firm and other real estate ventures, before acquiring Star Toyota, with his wife Carolyn, and their partner Royce Casey.
He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Carolyn Casey Hibbard; his children Philip Hibbard II, Lindsay Hibbard Rusak and her husband Jerzy; grandchildren Philicia Hibbard, Philip Hibbard III, and Marguerite Rusak, and great-grandchild Jayden Hibbard. He also is survived by his sister, Susan Hibbard Jones and her husband Mike; his sister in law Joyce Harrison and husband Ralph; brother in law Royce Casey and wife Vena. Other family members surviving him include nieces and nephews, Katherine Eskew and husband Russell; Andrew Jones; Jeff Harrison, Kasey Harrison, Kevin Casey and wife Crystal; Karen Johnson and husband Justin.
A man of many passions, Phil was an avid photographer, pilot, world traveler and adventurer. He lived life to the fullest, and loved flying solo to Colorado to explore the beauty there. His in depth genealogical research regarding the Sabin family led to his publishing The Descendants of William Sabin of Rehoboth, Massachusetts. An avid cook, he loved entertaining his many friends at home, preparing incredible meals. Hot air ballooning was another interest, with Phil representing the United States in the 1976 World Balloon Championship. He was well known for his dry sense of humor, his love of family and his zest for life.
A memorial service and celebration of Phil's life will be held Monday, April 11 at 12:30 p.m. at Forest Park East, League City
. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Bay Area Turning Point, Friends of League City Animal Shelter, the Animal Alliance of Galveston County, or a charity of one's choice.

Garry Hill ('68) [updated June, 1998] - Garry E. Hill died June 23, 1997 in New York. Mr. Hill had been undergoning cancer treatment earlier in the year when he suffered a stroke in May. He was president and chief executive officer of Odyssey, a religious cable television network which was formerly known as the Faith and Values Channel. Mr. Hill had previously lived in Atlanta and Nashville. He formerly had worked for Z Music Television and Contel Cellular.

Garry Hill is survived by his wife Peggy Hill of New York City, two sons, Garry E. Hill, Jr. and Johnathan Hill, both of Atlanta, a daughter, Tiffany Antosek of Kansas City, Missouri, a stepdaughter, Maureen Decker of Nashville, a stepson, Brian Decker of Atlanta, and his mother, Mildred Hill Miranne of Memphis, Tennessee.

[An additional obituary and other stories and pictures about Mr. Hill are available in our News section: obituary, story about his work with Odyssey cable television.

Gene Hill ('68) - From Salem Funerals & Cremations, Winston Salem, North Carolina, August 13, 2016:

Maryan Eugene Hill, III
Oct 01, 1949 - Aug 11, 2016
Forsyth County
Maryan Eugene Hill III, "Gene", 66, passed away unexpectedly at home Thursday morning August 11, 2016. Gene, the son of the late Maryan Eugene Hill, Jr and the late Irene McDonnell Hill, was born in Nashville, Tennessee on October 1, 1949, and raised in Memphis. A graduate of East High School in Memphis, Gene attended what is now the University of Memphis. His career as a Contractor began in Memphis with his father’s company, S & W Construction Co., and it led him to Winston-Salem, NC in 1982. His life’s work and his true passion was building his family. He was hopelessly devoted to his wife of 45 years, Linda Richmond ['70] Hill, his children, grandchildren, and their furry rescue baby, Beauregard Licious Hill.
"Papa" was grounded in strong moral character; sealing deals with a handshake, playing fair, and being a good sport. He adored spending his summers with his family and life-long friends at the Belevedere Club in Charlevoix, Mi. He would anonymously, perform random acts of kindness, and would never expect nor accept any recognition or praise. His #HillStrong family hopes that everyone will honor him by carrying out some random acts of kindness of their own.
Gene is survived by his four children and their families: Maryan Eugene Hill IV and wife Tammy of Lewisville, NC (children: Dillon Eran Hill, Joanna Marie Hill), Joanna Hill Byrnes and husband Ron of Memphis, TN (children: Ronald Muirhead Byrnes V, Caroline Hill Byrnes), Thomas Richmond Hill and wife Luana of Greensboro, NC (children: Mila Lima Hill, Thomas Richmond Hill Jr.) and McNeal Bond Hill of Winston-Salem; and Gene’s furry grand-dogs Rootin'-Tootin' Newton and Data "Peanut."
He is also survived by his siblings; Anna Marie Hill Schumacher and husband Skip of St. Louis, MO, and Walter McDonnell Hill “Mac” and wife Terri of Memphis, TN and in-laws: Michael and Janet Ellis of Bartlett, TN, Tommy Richmond of Memphis, as well as many special nieces and nephews.
Maryan Eugene Hill III was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Winston-Salem. A service will be held at St. Paul’s on Tuesday August 16, 2016 at 2:00pm, with a reception afterwards in the Colhoun Room. Burial will be Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Polk Cemetery in Bolivar, TN at 11:00am, with a reception to follow at McNeal Place.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 520 Summit Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101; Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina 3655 Reed St. Winston-Salem, NC 27107, or RJReynoldshomefield.com.
Online condolences may be sent to www.salemfh.com.

Rashell Ranea Hill ('98) - From The Commercial Appeal, December 26, 1999:

RASHELL RANEA HILL, 20, of 2853 Crest, handler at Federal Express, died of leukemia Saturday [December 25, 1999] at St. Jude Children's Research Hosiptal. Harrison's Funeral Home Orange Mound Chapel has charge. She was a 1998 graduate of East High School and a member of Early Grove Baptist Church. She leaves her mother, Rita L. Hill; a sister, Rashun Hill, and two brothers, Cedric Woods and Kenneth Hill, all of Memphis, and her grandmothers, Jessie Myers and Lucille Hill.

Katherine Hinds (Faculty 1954-1955) [posted December 12, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 10, 2017:

     Katherine Hinds Smythe died December 8, 2017. She was born in Tupelo, MS on March 29, 1932, the daughter of Stanley Robbins Hinds and Katherine McAlpin Hinds. Surviving the 1936 Tupelo tornado by her father shielding her crib from the falling fireplace brick, she emerged stronger for the ordeal and appeared ready to proceed, starting first grade a year early. She never looked back, graduating from Tupelo public schools and going on to Randolph-Macon College in Virginia. She transferred to Southwestern College [now Rhodes], where she met her husband to be, William Hamilton Smythe III "Ham", becoming President of Chi Omega sorority, sweetheart of Sigma Alpha Epsilon and achieving the academic designation of Phi Beta Kappa. She then attended Duke University, earning a master's degree for the first published thesis on the renowned Southern author Eudora Welty.
      Katherine was known for her fierce intellect, knowledge across a broad array of subjects, sense of humor, and as a gracious and generous supporter in the tradition of service over self. Throughout her career, she placed emphasis on philanthropic and community-service oriented initiatives. She began what could have been a promising career in education by teaching Freshman English at Memphis State University and English Composition and Literature at East High School, whose students she often referred to proudly as "many... future leaders of Memphis." She then became president of the Junior League of Memphis, prior to focusing her attention on the cemetery operation of Memorial Park founded in 1924 by her grandfather, E. Clovis Hinds. Inheriting Memorial Park from her father, Stanley and her aunt, Bess Hinds Anderson, Katherine dedicated herself over her 30 year career to the management and expansion of the business into one of the largest family-owned funeral home / cemetery combination operations in the United States.
      She was inducted into the Society of Entrepreneurs in 1992 and, recognizing her years of dedication to civic interests, awarded the Memphis Rotary Club's annual Community Service Award in 1997. She was a founder of the Alliance for the Blind and Visually Impaired (now known as Meritan), President of the Board of Public Libraries and Chairperson of Special Gifts and the Capital Campaign for the Memphis Library, and Chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis - Memphis Branch. She received the Shelby County Commission's Active Living Award, and served as president and / or board member of the Trustees of Porter-Leath Children's Center, Rhodes College Alumni Association, United Way of the Mid-South, Future Memphis, State of Tennessee Cemetery Association, Southeastern Cemetery Association, Partners in Public Education, YWCA, The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, Memphis Theological Seminary, Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church and School and several business and trade associations.
      She leaves her husband of 63 years, William Hamilton Smythe, III; three children, W. Hamilton Smythe IV (Julie), Katie Smythe Gould (Jimmy) and Stanley Clay Smythe (Gracey) as well as 11 grandchildren.
      The family gratefully acknowledges the decades of compassionate family service provided by Ms. Mary Tate, the loving support of Ms. Josephine Scruggs, and the staff at Allen Morgan Nursing Home.
      Visitation will be at Memorial Park Funeral Home December 21, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with services at Grace-St Luke's Episcopal Church on December 22 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to New Ballet Ensemble and School, Rhodes College, The Memphis Library Foundation, or the local charity of the donor's choice.

Katherine Hinds Smythe wrote a letter to the newspaper editor in 1998 about an experience at East High. You may read it in our "In the news..." section.

Glynda Hix ('67) [posted March 2, 2020] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis:

     Glynda Gail Hix Klinger, loving wife and mother of four children passed away at the age of 70 Thursday, February 27, 2020, in Memphis, TN. Glynda was born on August 6, 1949 in Memphis, TN to Charles Richard and Irene (Bain) Hix. She earned a degree in sociology from Memphis State University in 1972. She had a fruitful and varied career, serving as a social worker at Methodist Hospital in Memphis, a secretary for the make-up company Revlon, a marketing photographer, and a real estate agent in Metuchen, NJ, she was a journalist for a local newspaper, program specialist for the Board of Education for Autauga County AL, and a grant writer for the Family Support Center in Prattville, AL. Glynda was married to the love of her life, Ronald Paul Klinger, for 49 ˝ years. Her greatest achievement was being a mother to Sarah, Richard, Rachel, and Andrew.
      Glynda placed family first above all else. She was a clever chameleon, finding ways to support her family. In addition to her varied career life, she had an active volunteer life, serving as a La Leche League Leader, supporting breastfeeding mothers and gentle parenting, to creating and leading as the director for the first ever Sunday School Program at her church, St. Francis Cathedral, in Metuchen. Glynda delighted in helping create costumes for her daughter’s high school plays and being a soccer mom for her sons’ teams. Glynda was a fierce advocate for children with disabilities and especially championed the needs of her daughter, Rachel, who has autism. In her retirement years in Memphis, TN, Glynda was an artist and enjoyed painting. She particularly liked to put designs on birdhouses. She loved to take Rachel to Friends of Faith a ministry for adults with special needs, where she volunteered her artistic talents. Glynda loved to spend time with family and friends. It was a great joy for her when she became a grandmother to Isabella, Alexander, and Finn. She enthusiastically enjoyed spending time with them and learning about their many activities.
      Glynda was a strong women, a great leader, and always spoke her mind. She loved chatting on the phone and would call a friend or loved one at all hours of the day. She has an infectious smile and quick wit. She was known for her compassion, nurturing and humorous spirit.
      Glynda was preceded in death by her mother Irene Bain and father Charles Richard Hix. She is survived by her husband Ronald, four children Sarah (Scott), Richard, Rachel and Andrew (Reema), her grandchildren Isabella, Alexander and Finn, her brother Richard [Hix ('64)] (Janet), and several beloved brothers-in-law and sisters-in law, nephews, great nephews and great nieces, and cousins.
      In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Friends of Faith, a Ministry for Adults with Special Needs. Visit https://www.friendsoffaith.org/ or call 901-438-6924

Prior to her death, Glynda Hix was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1967 page.

Patsy Hoback ('56) [posted May 9, 2007] - From The Commercial Appeal, November 27, 1994:

PATRICIA HOBACK BOBO, 56, of Cordova, retired employee of University of Mamphis Education Department, died of heart disease Saturday [November 26, 1994] at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday [November 29, 1994] at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel with burial in Elmwood. She was a graduate of East High School and a member of Union Avenue Baptist Church. She leaves a daughter, Melissa H. Bobo of Cordova; a son, ChristopherA. Bobo of Memphis, and a brother, Walter S. Hoback of Cordova. The family requests that any memorials be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Patsy Hodges ('56) - From The Commercial Appeal, June 30, 2006:

Patricia Hodges Simonton, 67, lost her courageous battle with cancer Wednesday afternoon at her home surrounded by her family. Patsy is the daughter of the late May and Thomas Hodges, and the mother of Jenny Lee Rice and Andy Simonton of Memphis. She is also survived by her brother, Tommy Hodges ['60] of Dexter, Oregon. Patsy is a graduate of East High School and the University of Memphis. She served as Director of Finance of Hutchinson School for more than 22 years where she aided parents and children alike. She continued there on a part-time basis after her retirement until her illness made that impossible. We will miss her kindness, her joy and her enthusiasm for life. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m., Friday, June 30, at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel. Her service will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m., at Trinity Baptist Church, where she was a founding member, with burial in Pontotoc, Mississippi. The family request that any memorials be sent to Trinity Baptist Church's Conservatory Fund, 8899 Trinity Road, Cordova, TN; Wings Cancer Foundation, 100 N. Humphrey's Blvd.., Memphis, TN or a charity of the donor's choice Memphis Funeral Home Poplar

Prior to her death, Patsy Hodges was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1956 page.

John Joseph Hoffman ("Doc") ('62) - From the Conner-Hankins Funeral Home, Mountain Home, Arkansas [posted November 19, 2014:

Funeral arrangements for 71 year old John Joseph Hoffman of Mountain Home [Arkansas] are private. John Joseph Hoffman passed away Thursday, November 13, 2014 in Mountain Home.
Born: June 13, 1943
Place of Birth: Memphis, TN

A number of alumni have left messages on the funeral home's guest book. You may find that at Conner-Hankins Funeral Home

[Editor's note: Doc Hoffman was a Memphis sports celebrity who truly became a legend even in his own time. He exuded a cool demeanor while giving the impression, whether accurate or not, of living on the edge of being a bad boy in a rather polite and disciplined high school. On the basketball court he was unmatched: All-Memphis, All-District, All-Region and All-State (the only Memphian selected) in 1962. For a remarkable accolade, read what a sports reporter for a local newspaper wrote at the time: Charles Cavagnaro's take on Doc Hoffman.

Sally Hoffman ('61) - From the Forest Meadows Funeral Home, Gainsville, Florida [posted January 15, 2015]:

SARA WITHEROW HOFFMAN (SALLY)
Sara Witherow Hoffman, PhD, died peacefully on December 19, 2014 at the University of Florida Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL. Sally was born September 1, 1943 to Richard Thompson Hoffman and Marguerite Kinser Hoffman in Alexandria, LA. She was a 1961 graduate of East High School in Memphis, TN. In 1966, Sally graduated with Honors with a BS in Physics from Southwestern at Memphis (now Rhodes College). She was the first woman to earn a degree in Physics from Southwestern at Memphis. In 1968, she earned her Masters of Science from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville followed by her Doctorate in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida.
Sally was a Professor of Astronomy and Physical Sciences at Santa Fe College in Gainesville for 40 continuous years from 1974 until her death. It was Sally’s goal to have a state-of-the-art planetarium built on the Santa Fe Campus, and she was instrumental in the development of the Kika Silva Pla Planetarium which now serves the College and all of Gainesville. Sally enjoyed organizing outdoor astronomy viewing events for the public throughout the year and was an active member of several Astronomy and Physical Sciences organizations.
She is survived by her brother, Richard T. Hoffman, Jr. ['64] and his wife, Elizabeth Mims Hoffman of Collierville, TN; her nephew, Richard T. Hoffman III, and his wife, Sarah Shepard Hoffman; and a great nephew, Brooks Shepard Hoffman, all of San Rafael, CA.
Plans for a memorial service in Gainesville are incomplete. The family requests any memorials be made to Santa Fe College, 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606 or to Church of the Holy Communion (Episcopal) at 4546 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN 38117.

Kenneth A. Holland (Faculty) - From the Tahlequah Daily Press, April 23, 2002:

KENNETH A. HOLLAND
Tahlequah – Funeral services for Dr. Kenneth Alphonse Holland, 81, of Tahlequah [Oklahoma] were held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2002, at St. Basil's Episcopal Church in Tahlequah, with Rev. Kathleen Murray officiating. Burial followed in the Tahlequah City Cemetery under the direction of the Reed-Culver Funeral Home of Tahlequah.
Pallbearers included Tom Quimby, Bob Ed Culver, Ron Cox, Tom Carlile, Jack Dobbins, Mark Dobbins, and Ken Willis. Dr. Elwin Fite and Dr. Al Williams served as honorary pallbearers.
Dr. Holland was born March 27, 1921, in Memphis, Tenn., the son of W.E. and Myrtle (Reitz) Holland, and he passed from this life on Saturday, April 20, 2002, in Fayetteville, Ark.
Holland grew up in Memphis, graduating from Memphis Central High School in 1939, where he was All-State in track, basketball and football. Following graduation, he attended Southwestern, now Rhodes College, in Memphis, where he was an All-American football player and majored in history and psychology.
From July 1, 1943, to March 13, 1946, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps and from 1948-‘59 served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. He was commissioned second lieutenant June 23, 1944; first lieutenant on Jan. 31, 1946; and ended his service with the rank of captain. While serving his country at Iwo Jima, Holland received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star medals in March of 1945.
Following Kenneth's active tour of duty in the Marine Corps, he attended the University of Arkansas, where he was the starting tail-back for Coach John Barnhill's Razorbacks that won the southwest conference championship in 1946. In 1947, he played in the Cotton Bowl. He graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1948 with a bachelor of science degree in education, receiving his master's degree in education in 1950, and later, his doctorate degree in physical education in 1963.
In 1948, he returned to Memphis, Tenn., where he coached at East High School. He then spent two years as head football coach and athletic director at the University of Arkansas-Monticello (then Arkansas A&M).
In 1963, Kenneth and his family moved to Tahlequah, where he began a 23-year physical education professor and coaching tenure at Northeastern State University. He was a football assistant in 1963 and 1964, and for 12 years was assistant basketball coach to Dr. Jack Dobbins. He was also the NSU men's tennis head coach for 18 years. He was the last to coach three sports in one season since the late Tom Rousey, who died in 1963. On May 17, 1986, when Dr. Holland retired after teaching physical education and coaching for 23 years, a colorful chapter in NSU sports history was closed. In 1998, Dr. Holland was inducted into the NSU Athletic Hall of Fame.
Dr. Holland was a member and past president of the Tahlequah Kiwanis Club and a lay reader and treasurer of St. Basil's Episcopal Church.
Dr. Holland's parents and one sister preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Marjorie of the home; one son, Michael William Holland of Fayetteville, Ark.; one sister-in-law, Mrs. P.C. Holland of Memphis, Tenn.; one niece, Mrs. Paul Meeks of Memphis, Tenn.; one cousin, D.C. Goff of Fayetteville, Ark.; and other relatives, as well as a host of friends and loved ones.

Prior to his death, Kenneth Holland was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted in conjunction with his wife may be read on the Faculty page.

Marjorie Holland (Faculty 1948-1959) [posted March 9, 2011, newspaper revised version posted March 10, 2011] - Tahlaquah Daily Press:

TAHLEQUAH — Tahlequah – Funeral services for Majorie Lee (Dildy) Holland will be held at 11 a.m. on March 10, at St. Basil's Episcopal Church with Mother Debora Jennings officiating. Interment will follow at Tahlequah City Cemetery. Services have been entrusted to Reed-Culver Funeral Home of Tahlequah. Pallbearers for Marjorie include Dr. Jack Dobbins, Mr. Mark Dobbins, Mr. Ken Willis, Mr. Ronnie Lander, Mr. Tommy Lander, and Mr. Ron Cox. Honorary pallbearers will include Dr. Charles Carroll, Dr. Valgene Littlefield, and Dr. Don Betz.
Marjorie Lee Dildy-Holland was born Aug. 23, 1922, in Hope, Ark., the daughter of Clell Andrew and Lucille (King) Dildy. She attended school at Hope, Ark., then attended Lindenwood College in St. Charles, Mo. She transferred to the University of Arkansas to complete her undergraduate studies and obtain her bachelor of science in 1945 and Masters of Science in Education in 1948.
While attending the university, she was to meet and marry Kenneth [Holland Faculty 1948-1959], on July 11, 1948, at the Presbyterian Minister's home in Hope, Ark. Marjorie and Kenneth dedicated their lives to educating young minds to become passionate leaders for the future. Marjorie and her husband moved to Memphis, and she taught at East High, a prepatory school in Memphis, from 1948 to 1954 [sic]. She also taught English at Arkansas A&M University at Monticello from 1959 to 1961. They returned to the University of Arkansas and together, obtained their doctorates.
Holland and her family moved to Tahlequah in 1963 to teach at Northeastern State University. Her contributions to NSU include her 10 years as the dean of the graduate college, expanding the curricula from six masters degrees in education to two masters of arts degrees, four masters of science degrees and seven masters of education degrees.
She served on committees too numerous to mention, but not limited to North Central Accreditation Committee and Faculty Research Committees. She was a professor of English, the dean of the College of Arts and Letters, the chair of the Division of Communication, and the dean of the Graduate School. She found time to better the world around her through such organizations as the Daughters of the American Revolution, The Colonial Dames of America, The United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Association of University Women, and the National Education Association.
The most wonderful achievement for Holland came with the arrival of her only child, her beloved son Michael. It was to him she taught the most valued lessons of love, compassion, and dignity for all fellow beings traveling on the planet. She demonstrated her compassion by working tirelessly on programs to involve and improve the lives and minds of her students. When she wasn't working, she taught her son about genealogy. She gave him the knowledge to have faith in God and served Him all her days. She was an Episcopal by faith and a member of St. Basil's Episcopal Church in Tahlequah.
She enjoyed spending time out of doors, working in her daisy beds and making pepper jelly, to sell at the annual church bazaar. She was determined, strong willed, and very independent. She lost her beloved Kenneth in 2002. She never stopped her pursuit of knowledge through books, and spent a great deal of time reading.
The Lord called Marjorie Lee Dildy-Holland to her final rest on March 6, 2011, in Tulsa, with her son beside her. She was 88 years old. We will always remember her for her many contributions to life, love and the betterment of the young minds entrusted to her care.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and her loving husband, Kenneth.
Her memory will be cherished by her son, Rev. Michael Holland of Fayetteville, Ark.; a cousin, Dash Goff of Fayetteville, Ark., as well as many cousins, friends, associates and loved ones. Those wishing to express their sympathy are asked to consider St. Basil's Episcopal Church in Tahlequah.

Mrs. Holland was among the original faculty members from East High's first year and taught English. Her husband, Kenny Holland taught at East and coached during the same time period.

Prior to her death, Marjorie Holland was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted in conjunction with her husband may be read on the Faculty page.

[Editor's note: the date of Mrs. Holland's death varies among publications and between issues of the same publication. Two earlier listings gaves Mrs. Holland's death as occuring on March 7, 2011, whereas this and another obiturary lists March 6, 2011. The date has been revised in posting on this website to conform with the above obituary.]

Billie Hollie ('62) - posted September 17, 2017, from The Commercial Appeal, September 17, 2017, and Family Funeral Care, Memphis:

Billie Alline (Hollie) Gafa, loving wife, mother and Nana, went to be with the lord on Friday, September 15, 2017 at the age of 72. Billie was a member of Ellendale Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband Frank of 52 years, daughter Beth Whitesides, son Jason M. Gafa, daughter-in-law Jennifer Gafa, 5 grandchildren; Joshua, Jacob, Abby, T.K. and Peyton, two sisters; Juanita Earnest and Fay Kastigar ['59] and brother Lawrence Hollie ['57]. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Monday, September 18 2017 with the funeral service to follow at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Memphis Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be offered to Ellendale Baptist Church "Kids Beach Club" or Mobility Worldwide-Memphis (a.k.a. P.E.T.-Memphis).

Gary Hollie (associated with class of '65) - From The Commercial Appeal, July 28, 2004:

GARY LYNN HOLLIE, 57, of RedWood City, Calif., formerly of Memphis, salesman for Cal-Pac Roofing, died July 20 at his home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Forest Hill Funeral Home Midtown with burial in Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown. He leaves a daughter, Julie Michelle Golden of California; a son, Johnny Lee Hollie; five sisters, Frances Conner, Juanita Earnest, Christine Earnest and Faye Kastigar (59), all of Memphis, and Billie Hollie Gafa ('62) of Bartlett, and three brothers, Charles Vernon Hollie of Memphis, Lawrence Hollie ('57) of Cordova and Don Hollie of Bartlett.

Lawrence Hollie ('57) - [posted September 2, 2024] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, August 24, 2024:

      LtCol Lawrence Lee Hollie, USAF Retired, passed away on 11 August 2024 due to complications from Parkinson's disease and a broken heart from the recent loss of his beloved wife of 55 years, Gloria Hollie.
      He was also preceded in death by his parents Luther and Irma Hollie, 11 brothers and sisters, LM Hollie Jr, Frances Conner, James Earl Hollie, Vernon Hollie, Juanita Earnest, Christine Earnest, Collen Clevenger, Ray Hollie, Roger Dale Hollie, Billie [Hollie ('62)] Gafa, and Gary Hollie [associated with the Class of '65)] and two sons, LtCol James Franklin Hollie, USAF Retired, and William Lee Hollie.
      He is survived by one sister Fay Kastigar, one son Chief Petty Officer Andrew Brian Hollie, US Navy Retired, seven grandchildren Crystal, Brandon, Trent, Nicholas, Joplin, Emma and Morgan, two great grand children Bennet and Ruby, two daughter in laws Donna Hollie and Monica Hollie and numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
      LtCol Hollie was part of the third graduating class from the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 1961, with the rank of 2nd Lieutenant and rating of navigator. After completing pilot training, he served multiple tours in the US, two in West Germany, and one in Viet Nam. While in Viet Nam, he logged 195 combat missions flying the Cessna 01 Bird Dog as an airborne forward air controller. During one of these missions, he was wounded and received the Purple Heart. His final flight in Viet Nam resulted in a crash due to a mechanical failure. After recovering from his injuries, he went on to fly the U-3, U-4, T-29, and C-131 aircraft in support of the USAF Academy mission. Throughout his career, he accumulated more than 7,000 flying hours in eight different types of aircraft.
      After retirement LtCol Hollie tested several career options. He chose the rewarding position with SRVS (Shelby Residential and Vocational Services) where he trained and found jobs for handicapped clientele. He was also active as a door greeter at Bellevue Baptist church and was instrumental in keeping the members of Faith and Fellowship Life Group informed of prayer requests, meetings, outings and other various news. He served his high school classmates as the treasurer for multiple class reunions, honoring East High Class of 1957.
      Lawrence or as he was called by his grandkids, Papa, will be greatly missed by family and friends. He loved his family and his country and gave them his best.
      The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, August 31 at 12:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. all in the Fireside Chapel of Memorial Park funeral Home. Interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery
Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, 38119. (901) 767-8930.

Wayne Hollingsworth ('55) [posted September 15, 2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, September 15, 2013:

Wayne Clay Hollingsworth, a kind and most giving father, passed peacefully on September 8, 2013 in Bartlett, Tennessee. Born August 22, 1937 to John Gordon and Marjorie Collins Hollingsworth, Wayne graduated from East High School and then Tulane University, with a BA degree in business. He and his brother Gordon co-owned the Gordon Hollingsworth Company in Memphis. Wayne spent 31 years as an owner-operator with United Van Lines and Mayflower, receiving multiple driver of the year awards. He is survived by his brother Gordon, his children Clay, Vaughan and Collins, his grandchildren Micah, Leah, Lauren and Garrett, and former wife Lee Rogers. Wayne loved antique collectables, especially his 55 Chevy convertible, which replicated his most favorite car in high school. Wayne will be remembered by his family as being a selfless provider, and a man with a positive human spirit and endless optimism. He will be missed dearly. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 18th, at 10 a.m. at Forest Hill Cemetery at 1661 S. Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Edwin Love Holt ('61) - From The Commercial Appeal, May 15, 2002:

EDWIN LOVE HOLT, 58, of Woodville, Miss., formerly of Memphis, owner of Woodville Ace Hardware, died Sunday [May 12, 2002] at his home. Services were Tuesday [May 14, 2002] at Woodville Baptist Church with burial in Evergreen Cemetery there. Berryhill Funeral Home in Woodville has charge. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Memphis. He leaves two daughters, Lisa Cantrell Holt of Woodville and Ginger Holt Gober of Grenada, Miss.; a son, Dr. Edwin Love Holt Jr. of Woodville; a brother, Robert Maynard Holt of Nashville, and three grandchildren.

Maynard Holt ('57) [posted May 27, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, May 19, 2017:

     Robert Maynard Holt
     Nashville, TN
     Passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon at 2:55 p.m. at his home in Nashville, Tennessee. He was surrounded by his family when he passed and did so gracefully and without pain. He had quietly and with great spirit fought a battle with cancer over the last 6 months of his life.
     Maynard was born July 6, 1939 and would have been 78 years old July 6, 2017. He is survived by a wonderful wife Vicki, a son Maynard, a daughter Ashley, a stepson Jimmy Taylor, and five grandchildren he loved dearly. He and Vicki were married November 23, 1973 and have lived and loved in Nashville ever since. Their daughter, Ashley, lives in Birmingham, Alabama and has two daughters, Brooke and Brayden. Their son, Maynard Holt 3rd, lives in Houston, Texas with his wife, Kathleen and their three children, Owen, Eliza and Ethan. Maynard has always placed a high value on education and is very proud of all of his children and grandchildren and their accomplishments. Brooke is 10, sings, plays basketball and has never met a person she doesn't like. Brayden is 6, swims and loves having lemonade stands with her big sister. Ethan, aka Chico, is 12 and is an all-star baseball player and avid reader. Eliza is 15, plays basketball and lacrosse, and is an all-star in the classroom as well. Owen is the oldest at 18 and will attend Harvard University in the fall to play football. The grandchildren loved Maynard greatly and referred to him as Grandbuddy, a name that he had suggested to them and that was perfect. He was a frequent visitor to Houston and Birmingham and saw many of the grandchildren's events and special moments. Maynard Holt was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather and he will be forever in our hearts.
     Maynard's parents were Jane Love Holt and Robert Maynard Holt, Sr. He also had a brother, Edwin Love Holt ['61]. Maynard was born and raised in Memphis where his father was the CEO of the Oliver Finnie Candy and Food company. Maynard attended the Columbia Military Academy for one year and graduated from East High School in 1957. He was an all Memphis football and basketball player at East High. His East High basketball team won the Memphis City Championship. Maynard was also a renowned local golfer and was most proud to have teamed with his dad to win the father-son golf tournament at the Memphis Country Club. Maynard also attained the rank of Eagle Scout and was always very proud to have been a scout. He worked at Oliver Finnie in the summers and had many friends at the Company.
     Maynard's mother, Jane Love, had a sister, Lillian Love Fisher (aka Aunt Lil), who with her husband, Dr. Dan Fisher, lived in Memphis with their two sons, Dan and Dick. Dan and Dick were childhood friends of Maynard. Dick and his wife Dot live in Memphis still and Dan lives in Chattanooga.
     Maynard chose to attend Vanderbilt University on a football scholarship after declining offers to attend UCLA, Ole Miss and the University of Tennessee, among others. After injury at the end of his freshman year of football, Maynard went on to become Captain of the Vanderbilt golf team and also swam for the University. He also became President of his fraternity, Phi Delta Theta. He loved Vanderbilt and was an avid supporter of the school. He graduated in 1961.
      Maynard Holt Sr. passed away unexpectedly in 1961 from a heart attack. Maynard had planned to return home to work with his father but the company was dissolved after his father's passing. He loved and admired his father greatly and would for the rest of his life talk of him and the positive role model he had been for his son. Ref: http://www.oliverfinnie.com/obit.html
     After Vanderbilt, Maynard served in the US Army and then subsequently worked as a broker at EF Hutton. He then enrolled at the University of Tennessee and obtained a law degree. After graduating from the University of Tennessee, he worked for Provident Life and worked for a period of time in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In the early 1970's, Maynard moved to Nashville and began practicing law, first with Snodgrass & Holt, then with Butler, Lackey, Holt & Snedecker. Later, he was a sole practitioner. He was very pleased to be licensed to try cases in front of the US Supreme Court. His law career included many successful cases and he was most proud to have been the lead attorney on the initial public offering of Cracker Barrel as well as Service Merchandise. He served on the board of Service Merchandise from the time of its first public offering until its ultimate closure.
     He was a great student of the markets and after a successful law career, he moved full time to establish his own market-analytics software company, Relevance 3. Maynard spent the remainder of his professional years teaching, lecturing and holding seminars for those wishing to more carefully understand the technical trading of stocks and commodities. He leaves behind a prolific amount of work and numerous great friends globally from this time in his life.
     A scholarship has been established in his name in two sports at Vanderbilt University: The Maynard Holt Football Scholarship and the Maynard Holt Golf Scholarship. Each year an athlete will be designated the Maynard Holt Scholarship award winner in each sport in perpetuity. In his final days, Maynard appreciated greatly the kindness and warmth of the Vanderbilt athletics department.
     In lieu of flowers or other remembrances, the family has requested donations be made to the Boy Scouts of America – Nashville and Memphis chapters. Donations can be made by writing a check to the Boy Scouts of America Foundation, noting in the memo "For the Memory of Robert Maynard Holt, Jr." and can mailed to: Boy Scouts of America Foundation / Robert Maynard Holt, Jr. Memorial Fund / 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane / Irving, TX 75015 or donations can also be made on-line using the Boy Scouts of America – A Place to Give website at: https://aplacetogive.scouting.org
      An electronic remembrance page has been set up by the family at:
     www.memorialwebsites.legacy.com/maynardholt-nashville
     We would be very pleased if you would share a memory on this page.
     The family will be having a very small, private memorial service for Maynard with immediate family only.
      We will love him for the rest of our lives.

Norma Hooker (Faculty, c1949-1951) [posted April 9, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, April 5, 2015:

Tunica - Norma Hooker Battle Services for Norma Hooker Battle of Tunica were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at Oakwood Cemetery. Battle, 88, died March 31 at Baptist Desoto Hospital in Southaven. She is survived by three children, Paul Battle III and wife Marietta of Tunica; Lil Battle Long and husband Henry Earl of Deeson; and Bill Battle and wife Lynda of Tunica; nine grandchildren, Allison Koestler and husband Kyle of Oxford; Paul Battle IV and wife Hallie of Tunica; Kate Taylor Battle of Chicago, IL; Caroline Battle of Oxford; Houston Battle, Cooper Battle, and Betsy Battle, all of Tunica; Norma Roberson and husband Patrick of Helena, AR; and Battle Hamrick and wife Courtney of Senatobia; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Battle Jr. of Tunica; her great-grandson, John Battle Hamrac of Helena, AR; and her siblings, Sue Hooker Marlar and Thomas Eugene Hooker, Jr. Born November 12, 1926, in Memphis, Tenn., Norma was the daughter of Thomas Eugene Hooker and Thelma Oneida Murphy Hooker. She attended St. Mary's Episcopal School, the University of Tennessee, and Memphis State University. After graduation, she taught English at East High School in Memphis. In January of 1951, she married Paul Battle Jr. and moved to Mississippi. After they came to Tunica County in the 1950s, first renting land near Sarah and then buying 880 acres, which included the farm headquarters and their home, Norma and Paul quickly built a successful operation, eventually farming thousands of acres of rice, soybeans, cotton, sod and catfish. They also took their farming operations to Costa Rica, where they once owned a cattle ranch and banana plantation. In addition to owning and operating Battle Farms, Norma had a very active social life and loved to entertain. During her younger years, she was a member of Memphi and Dutchess of Cotton Carnival. She enjoyed hosting elaborate parties for friends and family at her home. She loved to play games and create fun prizes and surprises to entertain her guests. In addition, Norma loved to travel, meet new people and see new sights. She also loved designing, building and remodeling homes. When she was not in the middle of construction on the farm, she could be found in her workshop, creating dollhouses for her three youngest granddaughters. When relaxing, Norma was often found reading a good book by a sunny window or doing exercises in her swimming pool. Norma, affectionately known as "Dandie" by her grandchildren, was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. While many women are known for their great cooking, Norma lived a life far outside of the kitchen. In fact, her children and grandchildren often joked that the only recipe she passed down to them was how to scrape burnt toast. Norma was a strong advocate for education and lifelong learning, and she was known as an adventurous, quick-witted, classy, creative, intelligent, honest, and strong woman. Rev. Larry Maugh officiated at the services. Pallbearers were Paul Battle IV, Battle Hamrick, Houston Battle, Cooper Battle, Kyle Koestler, and Patrick Roberson. The family requests that memorials be made to the Tunica United Methodist Church or to the charity of the donor's choice . Published in The Commercial Appeal on Apr. 5, 2015

Owen Hooker ('61) [posted February 5, 2023] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, January 25, 2023:

Charles "Owen" Hooker, 80, left this earth Sunday, January 23, 2023 and went to heaven to live with Jesus. He was the son of Charles S. Hooker and Anne Owen Hooker. He Graduated from East High School and attended Millsaps College and Memphis State University (University of Memphis). As a youth, he enjoyed sports, excelling in baseball and basketball. He had an outgoing personality that was beneficial to his career in sales, beginning with his father's company, Hooker Dental Company, and ending in the food service business. He loved fishing and sports, especially Ole Miss football and basketball, as well as University of Memphis basketball. (He was a lifelong Ole Miss fan, attending games with his grandfather and family in the Grove.) At the age of 9 years, he accepted the Lord at First Baptist Church, New Albany, Mississippi, where he was visiting his grandfather. He was a member of First Evangelical Church, for several years serving in the He cares Ministry. He is survived by his sister, Anne Hooker [associated with the Class of '64]. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. with the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 27 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Memorial gifts may be given to First Evangelical Church General Ministry or Missions Fund, 735 Ridge Lake Blvd., Memphis, TN 38120

Mary Lou Hope ('58) [posted September 17, 2007] - From Pine Bluff Commercial, Pine Bluff, Arkansas, January 5, 2005:

     Mary Lou Bost, 64, of Pine Bluff, died Tuesday [January 5, 2005].
     She was born Feb. 6, 1940, at Jonesboro, a daughter of the late Owen Burt Hope and Margaret Matthews Hope.
     She was reared and received her early education at Jonesboro before moving to Memphis and graduated from East High School. She attended William Woods College and graduated from Memphis State University with a degree in elementary education.
     She taught first grade at DeRidder, La., before moving to Pine Bluff in 1962.
     She was a member of First Baptist Church, where she was active in her Sunday school class, Bible school and Bible study fellowship. She was a member of the Pine Bluff National Bank Crown Club, where she served as the Crown Club director. She retired from the bank in July 2004.
     She was a member of the Pine Bluff Sister Cities and traveled as a delegate to Ewau City, Japan, in 1997. She was also a member of the Twentieth Century Club, where she served as an officer.
     Survivors include her husband, John Algie Bost; two sons, Dr. W. Brent Hall of Pine Bluff and Wesley Blake Hall of Russellville; one stepson, James Bost of Pine Bluff; one stepdaughter, Juli Listuon of Mobile, Ala.; one sister, Peggy [Hope] Bussard ['55] of Kingwood, Texas; one grandchild; and six stepgrandchildren.
     Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday [January 6, 2005] at First Baptist Church with the Revs. Gordon Topping, Jim Parker and Richard Wentz officiating. Burial will be in Cypress Memorial Gardens by Ralph Robinson & Son Funeral Directors.
     Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today [January 5, 2005] at the funeral home.
     Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Family Life Center Building Fund, 6501 S. Hazel St., Pine Bluff, AR 71603.

Pauline Jones Hord (Faculty) [posted May 7, 2005] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 6, 2005:

Dr. Pauline Jones Hord, 98, of Memphis, retired teacher for Memphis City Schools after 31 years, died Thursday at Kirby Pines Manor. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Christ United Methodist Church, where she was a member, with burial in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. She was a member of International Reading Association, Altrusa International and Delta Kappa Gamma International Honor Society and a graduate of Southwestern University, Memphis State University, the University of Chicago and Syracuse University. She leaves a sister, Louise Jones Higgs of Germantown, and a brother, Richard Frank Jones of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Christ United Methodist Church.

Eddie Horton ('54) [posted October 11, 2016] - From The Journal of the Memphis Conference of the United Methodist Church,1993:

      William Edward Horton, child of God, child of the East Tennessee mountains, and son of Christ's Church on earth, was born March 10, 1936, to Sophia and Frank Porter Horton.
      Though he lived most of his life in West Tennessee, his life seemed forever shaped by the presence of God which Ed felt in his childhood in Fountain City, Tennessee. There, near Knoxville, Ed's soul was formed by a loving God who was fully present to him. So aware was Ed of this Divine Presence that he sought to emulate his Creator by being as fully present to others.
      Ed was a graduate of East High, Memphis. While attending Southwestern at Memphis (Rhodes College), he struggled to hear fully the call of his God. After graduation, Ed entered Chandler School of Theology as the first candidate for ministry from the recently organized Christ Methodist Church. In 1961 he as admitted to the Memphis Annual Conference as a Probationer and was ordained Deacon. In 1962 he was ordained Elder and received into Full Connection. Ed's first appointment was to Mullins as Associate Pastor in 1962. After serving one year there and three years as pastor of Ellendale, he was appointed as the organizing pastor of Good Shepherd, Memphis, in 1966.
      Moved possibly by that same sense of the Divine Presence that he felt even as a child, Ed left the parish ministry in 1971 to blaze new trails. He was among the first chaplains in Methodist Hospital Central's Clinical Pastoral Education program. Bringing a new sense of the Divine to the corporate world, Ed was an industrial chaplain with Cook Industries and United Inns, respectively. He worked with the Christ Counseling Center and by 1992 was Director of the Counseling Center for Personal and Spiritual Development in Memphis.
      Throughout his days, Ed was fully present to people, to simple pleasures and to life itself. He brought himself fully to Memphis State basketball, Michigan football and golf. He enjoyed fully the delights of good food, good music and good people. As both a pastor and counselor, he gave fully of himself to those who sought assistance. Many tell how Ed was there for them, caring when no one else seemed to care. He advised, directed and spoke the truth as he helped others heal their hurts.
      On February 15, 1992, in the Chapel of St. George's Episcopal Church, Ed was married to the Reverend Myra Bennett of Memphis. Although they were married only briefly, their love inspired and encouraged many.
      Following a fatal heart attack on December 5, 1992, Ed's funeral was held at Grimes Memorial United Methodist Church on December 8. The Reverends Linda and Bradley Gabriel led the service. Over 300 friends, family members and clergy joined in remembering Ed with scripture, song and Holy Eucharist.
      Ed leaves his wife, Myra, and stepdaughters, Jennifer and Beth Antwine. He also leaves his children from a previous marriage: Elizabeth Callahan "Calli" Shelton, Frank Porter Horton, II, and Heather McBride; four grandchildren; and his mother, Sophia Horton.
      This Memorial is written 23 April, [1993] the festival day of St. George, the dragon slayer. It is appropriate, then, that we remember, recall and reclaim on this day the life of our brother, William Edward Horton, who fought his own dragons and assisted so many in confronting and slaying the dragons of their lives. To the Glory of God!
      - Bradley Gabriel

Frank Horton ('51 and Faculty) [posted October 10, 2022] - From The Commercial Appeal,October 26, 1989:

Frank Lawson Horton,, 56, of 2338 Eastover, senior marketing representative for Exxon, died at 4:15 p.m. Tuesday at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Mass will be said at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anne Church on Highland, where he was a communicant, with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge. He leaves his wife, Elaine Horton; two daughters, Mrs. Ann Soro of Knoxville and Mrs. Laura Canaday of Memphis; two sons, Frank Horton, Jr. and Christopher Horton, both of Memphis; his mother, Mrs. Sophia Horton of Memphis; a brother, Ed Horton of Memphis, and three grandchildren. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the Frank Horton Scholarship Fund at Christian Brothers High School.

Charlie House ('57) [posted June 7, 2007] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 22, 1993:

CHARLES HENRY HOUSE, JR., 53, of New York City, formerly of Memphis, a former teacher at Columbia State University and Staten Island University, died May 11 [1993] at his home. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday [May 25, 1993] at Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown. Forest Hill Funeral Home Midtown has charge. He was a member of Second Presbyterian Church and an Eagle Scout. He attended Culver Military Academy, Vanderbilt University and the University of Colorado. He leaves a sister, Kimbrough Boren of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to Second Presbyterian Church or the charity of the donor's choice.

Jim House ('54) [posted December 8, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 8, 2009:

E. James House, Jr., "Jim", as he was known by everyone, died on December 7, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Honesty, integrity and a quick wit, not to forget punctuality, probably best describes our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. The son of the late Lyda Essary and Emmett J. House, Jim was born on September 16, l936. He was predeceased by his sister, Mary Lynn. A graduate of East High and Vanderbilt University, he obtained his law degree from the University of Memphis School of Law. He served for three years in the U.S. Navy as Chief Engineering Officer aboard the U.S.S. Prevail 20. Jim began his career at Union Planters Corporate Trust Division in 1962, where he worked until 1969 when he became associated with Holiday Inns of America, where he served as Treasurer. In 1987, he returned to Union Planters as Executive Vice President and Senior Trust Officer. He led the trust division until 1995 when he became general counsel and Secretary of the Bank. He remained in that position until the merger of Union Planters and Regions Bank in 2004. He then became of counsel with the law firm of Wyatt, Tarrant and Combs. He was currently legal and financial consultant for Evolve Bank. Jim is survived by his wife, Linda; his son, E. James House III (Katherine); and his daughter, Margaret Warner (Keith) and two step-children, Rebecca Breeden (Chris) and Will Stratton. He also leaves six grandchildren, E. James House IV, Olivia House, Margaret and Jean Jeter Warner and Kate and Hugh Breeden. A memorial service celebrating Jim's life will be on Wednesday, December 9, at 2 p.m. at Idlewild Presbyterian Church, with private burial in Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society , Idlewild Presbyterian Church, MIFA, or a charity of the donor's choice.

Fredrick Houston ('88) [posted August 4, 2005] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 5, 2005:

FREDRICK HOUSTON, 35, of Memphis, employee of Terminex, died Friday, July 1, 2005. Visitation Friday [July 8, 2005], 4-7 p.m., N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home; viewing 10 a.m.-12 noon and services to follow at Cummings Street B.C.; burial Galilee Cemetery. He leaves 1 daughter, China Houston of Memphis, his mother Shirley Coleman, Father, Fred Houston, both of Memphis, 1 sister, Nicole Houston of MemphIs, grandfather, Fred Houston of Cordova, grandmother Velma Coleman of Memphis.

Jimme Earl Hudson ('88) [posted June 30, 2001] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 3, 1997:

JIMMIE EARL HUDSON, 28, of Memphis, owner of Binghampton Lounge and J&L Affordable Communications, died Saturday [March 1, 1997] at the Regional Medical Center at Memphis after an apparent homicide. M. J. Edwards & Sons Funeral Home has charge. He graduated from East High School in 1988 and was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church.

Bill Hurteau (associated with the Class of '62) - From the Oaklawn Funeral Home, Sparta, Tennessee, original publication date unknown. [posted December 5, 2016]:

William James Hurteau, age 72 of Sparta, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2015, at NHC Healthcare of Sparta.
Born Monday, June 14, 1943 in Iowa City, Iowa, he was the son of the late William Hurteau and Francis Halleck Hurteau. He was the husband of Peggie Craig Hurteau. Mr. Hurteau proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.
A memorial service will be held at 10am Saturday, January 2, 2016, at The Findlay United Methodist Church on Hale street in Sparta.
Online condolences may be made to the family at oaklawnmemorial.com

Chessley H. Hulsey ('51) [posted December 29, 2001] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 29, 2001:

CHESSLEY HOWARD HULSEY, 68, of Memphis, owner of Hulsey & Hulsey Printing Service and Realtor for Pyramid Realty, died Thursday [December 27, 2001] at St. Peter Villa Rehab & Nursing Center. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday [December 31, 2001] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. Mr. Hulsey, the husband of Gayle Fleming Hulsey, also leaves three daughters, Melinda Hulsey Edwards of Cordova, Cammy Hulsey Lerner of Hendersonville, Tenn., and Frances Hulsey Heinrich of Memphis; two sons, William N. Hulsey III of Austin and Chessley Howard Hulsey Jr. of Brighton, Tenn.; a sister, Peggy Buck of Germantown, 13 grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. The family requests that memorials be sent to National Kidney Foundation.

Pat Hurdle ('63) [posted December 9, 2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 9, 2018:

     Patrick Fitch Hurdle, 74, died December 3, 2018. He was born November 9,1944 in Slayden, Mississippi to Henry Grady and Villa (Fitch) Hurdle. Pat attended Memphis State University and retired from Northwest Airlines. He leaves his wife of 39 years, Marcy Hurdle; sons, Jason (Megan), and John (Juli); and grandchildren, Cannon, Hays, Villa, Tucker, Henry, and Grady. Pops was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend and will be dearly missed.
      Visitation will be at Highpoint Funeral Home Friday, December 7, from 5-7 p.m.; with funeral services Saturday, December 8, 12:30 p.m. A private burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to be sent to The Blues Foundation or Streetdog Foundation.

Vicki Lynn Hussey (associated with the Class of '68) [posted August 14, 2010] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 2, 2005:

Vicki Lynn Hussey, 55, of Houston, formerly of Memphis, private duty nurse, died Dec. 19 at Triumph Hospital East in Houston. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. today at Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown. Forest Hill Funeral Home Midtown has charge. She was a member of Clear Lake Baptist Church and Galveston County Sheriff's Department Crime Watch Unit, and graduate of Oakhaven High School and Shelby State Community College. She leaves her parents, Warren and Maedell Hussey, and a brother, Mark Hussey, all of Houston. The family requests that any memorials be sent to American Diabetes Association.

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Larry Isbell ('70) [posted October 19, 2008] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 12, 1990:

LARRY WAYNE ISBELL, 38, of Knoxville, formerly of Memphis, district director for Holiday Inns, died Tuesday [July 10, 1990] at Park West Hospital in Knoxville after a short illness. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday [July 14, 1990] at Elmwood. Canale Funeral Directors has charge. He was a member of Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church in Knoxville and American and Tennessee Hotel-Motel Associations. He leaves his wife, Susan Day Isbell; a daughter, Miss Laura Christine Isbell, and a son, Adam Cole Isbell, both of Knoxville; his mother and stepfather, Rebecca and Jerry Damron of Jacksonville, N.C.; his father, Joe Alton Isbell of Milan; a sister, Mrs. Vickie [Isbell] West ['71] of Memphis, and a brother, Ron Isbell ['68] of Jacksonville, N.C. The family requests any memorials be sent to Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church Music Ministry, 9132 Kingston Pike, Knoxville 37923.

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Mac Jackman ('65) [posted January 2, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 2, 2011.

James “Mac” Jackman, 63, of Memphis, passed away December 28, 2010. When not in Memphis, he enjoyed spending time in Heber Springs, where he had a cabin on the Little Red River. He was retired from Delta Airlines. He is survived by his daughters Kim Jackman of Hot Springs, AR and Carye Jackman of Memphis,TN and his sister, Patricia [Jackman] Morrison ['70] of Pensacola, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Memorial Service will be held at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Avenue, Memphis, TN 38122 on Saturday, January 8, at 2 pm.

Carol Jackson ('54) [posted August 7, 2024] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home, Memphis, February 8, 2024:

      Mrs. Carol Jackson Durbin age 87 of Memphis, Tennessee passed away on February 6, 2024.
      She was born on September 12, 1936 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late Kenneth Gordon Jackson and Elizabeth Willins Jackson.
      In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Durbin, whom she missed terribly since his passing.
      Mrs. Carol was a teacher at White Station Junior High for a number of years and then went onto work for the IRS where she happily retired from.
      Survivors include her two sons, Mark Durbin (Cherie) of Oakland, Tennessee and Vance Durbin of Memphis, Tennessee; two sisters, Margaret [Jackson ('62)] Vaughan of Cordova, Tennessee and Betty [Jackson ('60)] Hume of Germantown, Tennessee and one brother, Kenneth T. Jackson [associated with the Class of '57] of Chappaqua, New York.
      Funeral Services for Mrs. Durbin will be conducted on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 2:00pm in the Fireside Chapel at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for visitation an hour prior to the service starting at 1:00pm. Entombment will be held at a later date.

Margaret Jackson ('62) [posted August 7, 2024] - From The Daily Memphian, Memphis, August 5, 2024:

     Alife-long and proud Memphian, Margaret Jackson Vaughn passed away on July 31, 2024, in the company of her devoted daughters, Laney Vaughn Simonton (Andrew) and Sheila Vaughn Cassady. Margaret led a long and fulfilling life as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
      Born during World War II on October 19, 1944, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, she was the youngest of four children born to US Army Lt. Colonel Kenneth Gordon Jackson and Elizabeth Willins Jackson, both of whom were also born in Memphis. A graduate of East High School and Memphis State University, she followed her father to become a Certified Public Accountant, passing the difficult exam on her first try, and she worked for a half-century for the law firm, Hanover, Walsh, Jalenak & Blair (later Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh). Generous, kind, joyful, compassionate, loving, witty, and friendly are inadequate words to describe Margaret whose smile lit every room she entered. Margaret loved being a cheerleading sponsor for almost a decade as well as being an avid Memphis Tiger fan attending basketball and football games with her family. She never tired of exploring the streets of Memphis or the Mid-South Fair or the annual Fourth of July parade on Aurora Circle. Margaret was a lifelong member of St. John's Episcopal Church and in recent years attended Hope Presbyterian Church. She married the love of her life Emmett R. Vaughn and mightily mourned his passing in 2022.
      In addition to their daughters, she enjoyed two grandsons, Parker J. Cassady (Mallory) and Chase V. Cassady. Also left to cherish her memory include her sister, Betty [Jackson ('60)] Hume, her brother, Kenneth T. Jackson [associated with the Class of '57] (Barbara), numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. Very simply, Margaret Jackson Vaughn was a bright light whose glowing memory will endure for years to come.
      A Celebration of her life will be scheduled this fall.
      Donations can be made to honor Margaret to The House of Mews, P.O. Box 751315, Memphis, Tennessee, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tennessee, or a charity of the donor's choice.

Walt Jackson ('68) [posted February 28, 2015] - From The News & Observer, Raleigh, North Carolina, February 28, 2015.

Walter Anderson Jackson, III, of Chapel Hill, NC passed away peacefully at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on February 20, 2015 as a result of injuries suffered in an automobile collision.
Born March 21, 1950 in Memphis, TN, Walter was the only child of the late Naomi Wegley Jackson and Walter Anderson Jackson, Jr. After graduating magna cum laude with a B.A. from Duke University, he went on to obtain his Ph.D. in History at Harvard University. He joined History Department at N. C. State University in 1983 and had a distinguished career as a tenured professor specializing in U. S. intellectual history and black/white relations. He held fellowships from the W.E.B. Du Bois Institute for Afro-American Studies and Charles Warren Center for American History at Harvard, the Institute for Advanced Studies at Princeton, the Virginia Center for the Humanities, and the Mellon Faculty at Stanford.
Walter was the author of more than twenty-five publications on intellectual history, American race relations, and the civil rights movement. His book Gunnar Myrdal and America's Conscience: Social Engineering and Racial Liberalism, 1938-1987 won the Anisfield-Wolf Prize in Cultural Diversity and the Gustavus Myers Human Rights Award. As one of the world's leading scholars on the life and work of Swedish sociologist and Nobel laureate Gunnar Myrdal, Walter was recently featured on PBS program "American Denial." At the time of his death, he was working at the Virginia Center for the Humanities, completing a double biography entitled Intoxicating Honesty: Gunnar and Alva Myrdal in Sweden and America, 1898-1945.
Walter is remembered by all who knew him as a kind, compassionate and brilliant man. He adored his wife Rachida and daughter Sarah, who survive him.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, March 7 at the Chapel of the Cross, Chapel Hill, NC

Rita Jaffe ('67) [posted November 27, 2024] - From The Daily Memphian, Memphis, October 29, 2024:

     Rita Marlene Jaffe, beloved sister of Jeri [Jaffe ('65)] Mincer, passed away peacefully at her home on October 26 [2024].
      A graduate of East High School, Rita went on to attend both the University of Texas and the University of Alabama, where she earned a bachelor's degree in business administration.
      She is survived by her sister Jeri, along with her two nieces, Kimberly Caldwell and Blair Billings, and her three great-nieces, Jessica Lenahan, Clair Caldwell, and Rachel Caldwell, as well as her great-nephew, Reed Billings. Rita was deeply loved and will be truly missed by all who knew her.

Hallie H. James (Faculty) [posted June 30, 2001] - From The Commercial Appeal, April 15, 1999:

HALLIE H. JAMES, 94, of Memphis, former teacher at East High School, died of heart failure Tuesday [April 13, 1999] at Sunrise Sycamore View Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital. Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday [April 16, 1999] at Family Funeral Care with burial in Elmwood. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church and received her undergraduate and master's degrees at the University of Memphis. Mrs. James, the widow of Frank H. James, leaves two friends who cared for her, George Hodge of Charlotte, N.C., and Anne Walker of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the music fund at Christ United Methodist Church or to any charity of the donor's choice.

Gary Jameson ('69) [posted March 17, 2019] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 17, 2019:

      Gary Arnold Jameson, 68, passed away March 14, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie Frank Jameson, mother, Lola C. Jameson and nephew, Shane J. Gibson. He is survived by his daughter, Heather King and son, Richard Jameson. Grandchildren Hayley and Conlin King. Brother Willie (Bill) Jameson (Maryann), sisters Cheryl (Cheri) [Jameson ('61)] Gibson (Gene) and Debra (Debbie) [Jameson (associated with the Class of '71)] Benjamin (Joe). 5 nieces and nephews, 11 great nieces and nephews and 1 great great nephew. Gary loved life and lived it to the fullest. He loved family. He loved friends He just loved people. He loved his dogs. He loved to look at beautiful flowers. He loved to laugh. He looked forward to Christmas and Easter and planned ahead the movies he would watch. He looked forward to football college and Pro every year. Gary, Joe, Dudley and Randy had many fun times fishing and laughing while Gary sat in the “pig pen” of the boat. He loved to go visit Heather and his grandkids in Florida and eat good seafood and spend time with them. He grew up going to Pickwick loving the river and playing in the creek behind the cabin. Many Crawdads were sacrificed to the “sun god.” Count to 10. He was headed out West on his stick horse until the police found him and took him home. We will never forget the Christmas grill rocket traveling down Walnut Grove Road. He always made us laugh. Gary attended East High School and remained in touch with many of his high school friends. He loved and worked in construction all his life. Gary had a generous spirit, joy for life and total commitment to family. Be free, safe and have no pain or fear. You are in the arms of the Angels. We love you and miss you. See you soon.
      Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 20 at Memorial Park Cemetery. Casual attire please, Gary’s preference. Attendees should follow the BLUE ARROWS from the Poplar Avenue Gate to the graveside.

Prior to his death, Gary Jameson was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1969 page.

Lukisha Jamison ('96) [posted August 22, 2011] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 19, 2010:

LUKISHA R. JAMISON, born January 14, 1978 died at Delta Medical Center Thursday, May 13, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory her Mother, Geraldine Jamison, her “Father” Terry Brazell; two sisters, Stacey Truddle and Delois Hindman; two brothers, Ronald Jamison and Derrick Black-mond; 10 aunts, three uncles, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Friday at Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church, 1667 S. Lauderdale St. Memphis, TN from 4-7:30 p.m. Services will be Saturday, at 12 p.m.

Janet Jarvis ('66) [posted March 19, 2003] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 19, 2003:

JANET J. BRADICK, 54, of Memphis, sales clerk, died Sunday [March 16, 2003] at her home. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. today [March 19, 2003] at Canale Funeral Directors. She was a volunteer for Memphis in May. She leaves a daughter, Shannon B. Cain of Oxford, Miss.; her mother, Emma S. Jarvis, and two sisters, Jerri Garavelli and Debbie Johnson, all of Memphis, and three grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be sent to PKD Foundation in Kansas City, Mo.

Lynn Jaseph ('55) [posted April 13, 2021 - From The Daily Memphian, Memphis, April 6, 2021:

     Margaret Lynn Jaseph Jones, 83, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 31, 2021.
      Lynn was the daughter of Carrie Hansen and Lawrence Jaseph, Wisconsin transplants who built a life in depression-era Memphis with their three children Bob [Jaseph '54)] (Lynne), Lynn, and Helen [Jaseph ('62)].
      A life-long Memphian, she graduated East High School in 1955 and earned her bachelor's degree from Southwestern at Memphis (now Rhodes College) in 1959. The following year she married her college sweetheart, Marshall Phillip Jones (d.1999), and together they raised their two sons in the bluff city, John (Anne) and Ken (Vivian).
      Lynn was passionate about learning, live music, art, nature, and giving back. Her endless curiosity led her to return to Rhodes as an adult to audit classes in a myriad of subjects, including art history, physics, and history. She regularly attended live concerts at venues large and small, enjoying Bach and bluegrass with equal fervor. She was a fixture at pottery and folk art shows, and an avid collector of Baucum Pottery. Lynn was equally at home on her patio or sitting at the shore on Tybee Island, enjoying the beauty in every natural setting she found herself occupying. Her compassion for those on the margins led her to work - and volunteer - for MIFA for decades. She also supported a number of non-profit organizations dedicated to the causes closest to her heart, including the Alzheimer's & Dementia Services of Memphis, and the Memphis Botanic Garden.
      Lynn reserved her greatest passion, however, for her four grandchildren: Frances (Forrest Sable), Phillip, Caroline, and Marshall. These four were her heart and she loved spending time with them. Whether it was a walk outdoors, a trip to the beach, playing a board game, or reading a story, she was an active participant in their lives and she was incredibly proud of the men and women they have become.
      She is survived by siblings, sons, their spouses, and children listed above, as well as niece Corey Jaseph (Joe Ehrlich), and nephew Guy Jaseph (Sheri).
      A memorial service will be held at Idlewild Presbyterian Church at 2:30 pm on Wednesday, April 7.
      In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to MIFA or the Marshall P. Jones Scholarship at Rhodes College.

Jimmy Jayne ('55) [posted August 12, 2013 - From The State, Columbia, South Carolina, July 25, 2013:

Jim Jayne COLUMBIA A Memorial Celebration of Life service for Jim Jayne, 76, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, July 26, 2013, at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Irmo/St. Andrews Chapel. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., prior to the service, at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Irmo/St. Andrews Chapel. Mr. Jayne was born May 24, 1937 in Memphis, TN, and passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, July 21, 2013. He was a son of the late Earl Jayne and Jewell Sanders Jayne. He was a graduate of East High School in Memphis, TN, and attended Memphis State University. He served his country in the United States Army. Mr. Jayne worked as a salesman in the tool industry, most recently with Cooper Tools. He loved his family and his Gamecocks. Surviving are his son, Scott Jayne (Katrina) of Hope Mills, NC; grandchildren, Bryan, Garrett, Andrew and Christian Jayne; son, Greg Jayne of Kershaw. He was predeceased by his wife, Barbara Bryan Jayne. www.caughmanharmanfuneralhome.net
Published in The State on July 25, 2013

Sheila Jefferies ('74) [posted December 13, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 13, 2012:

SHELIA DIANE JEFFERIES, 56, of Memphis, retired nursing assistant, alumna of East High School, died on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at Methodist University. Visitation, Friday, December 14, 2012 from 10-11:55 a.m. at Greater New Shiloh Baptist Church, 839 Maywood where she was a member with Funeral Ceremony at 12 Noon. Interment in Galilee Memorial Gardens, 8283 Ellis Road. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Fasonta L. Jefferies, her father, Eddie Jefferies, her brother, Larry Bell, two grandchildren, her employer and friends, Patricia and Lionel Ware and a host of other relatives and friends. 901-452-7331 harrisonsfuneralhomeinc.com

Joan Jefferson ('59) [posted June 12, 2014] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, June 8, 2014:

JOAN JEFFERSON KLING, “Mamie” 72, died on June 3, 2014. She is survived by daughter, Ann Kling Wilson (Jerry); granddaughter, Lulu and grandson, Henry; sister, Jean Jefferson Ables and brother, Joe F. Jefferson. She was preceded in death by son, Peter H. Kling and parents, John H. and Velma Jefferson and brother, John M. Jefferson. Joan graduated from East High in 1959 and graduated from Memphis College of Art in 1963. A member of St. John’s Episcopal Church since birth. Joan’s life will be celebrated with a Memorial service at St. John’s Episcopal Church on Saturday, June 14 at 3 p.m. A reception will follow. Memorials may be sent to St. John’s in lieu of flowers. High Point Funeral Home (901)454-5795 www.highpointchapel.com

John Jefferson ('58) [posted June 11, 2013] - From High Point Funeral Home, Memphis:

John Morrey Jefferson
February 27, 1940 - May 9, 2012
Resided in Memphis, TN
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Henry Jefferson and Velma Young Jefferson and daughter Jessica Gabriel Jefferson.
He is survived by 3 children Julie Michelle Graham (husband Jon) of Memphis, Jenifer Jefferson Vinci of Baton Rouge, and Jeannine Dominique Jefferson of Memphis. 3 siblings Joe Jefferson (associated with the Class of '68), Joan Kling ('59), and Jean Ables ('62) all of Memphis. 9 grandchildren Jessica Lynn Harvey, Danielle Marie Harvey, Mallory Justin Harvey, Joshua Lane Graham, Jacob Ford Jefferson Graham, Joseph Gabriel Graham, Gabriella "Gabby" Adelaide Vinci, Myles Baker Vinci, and Charles "Charlie" Tisdale. And 2 great-grandchildren Maddie McGoldrick and Noah McGoldrick.
John was a people person. He loved his job as a realtor here in Memphis, where he lived his whole life. He was proud to have served in the Marine reserves. He was a proud father and grandfather. John loved the outdoors whether it was gardening or fishing. He will be dearly missed by so many of his friends and family.

Vince Jobst ('70) [posted March 4, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 4, 2012:

Carl Vincent Jobst, Jr. “Vince” 59, well-loved husband, father, brother and friend, died Saturday, January 6, 2012 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Vince was born and raised in Memphis where he graduated from East High School in 1970 and attended State Tech for two years. He served in the Armed Forces at Fort Bragg, NC from 1972 to 1974. He achieved a successful career with FedEx Express and retired after 25 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maryeann Crawford Jobst and Carl Vincent Jobst, Sr. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Deborah Stewart Jobst, two sons, Jason Vincent Jobst and Jonathan Stewart Jobst and four grandchildren. He also leaves a stepson, Frank Houston Winbigler, a brother, William Edward Jobst (Bill), sisters, Gretta Jobst-Chivers [associated with the Class of '72], and Mary Jo Wilson ['67]. At his request a private memorial service will be held for close family members only. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, P.O. Box 41017, Memphis, Tennessee, 38174.

Kay Joest ('65) [posted May 20, 2019] - From Memorial Park Funeral Home:

     Linda “Kay” Joest, lifelong Memphian, died on May 13 at the age of 71. Kay leaves her devoted husband, James Faust, who never missed a day of telling her how happy he was that they met and how much he loved her. She also leaves her brother, James Joest ['63] and his wife Judy of Long Beach, MS; four nephews, Bill Clements of Charleston WV, Dave Clements (Dawn) of Brandon, MS, Steve Joest (Rebecca) of Sugar Land, TX and Mike Joest (Kris) of Albers, IL, seven great nephews and one great niece. Kay leaves two stepdaughters, Kim Escue (Lance) and their two sons Lance Escue Jr. and Spence Escue, all of Memphis; Jeanne Mercer and her son Paul Mercer, IV, both of Nashville TN and one stepson, Frank Faust of New York, NY. She also leaves a host of friends who treasured her. Kay was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret McKie Joest and her father William “Bill” Joest, her daughter; Michelle Bond Branch and her sister Betty Gay Joest ['60] Clements.
      Kay was a graduate of East High School and attended Memphis State University. She was a longtime member of Calvary Episcopal Church, an animal lover and advocate for animals. Kay was a people magnet with her calming voice, gentle mannerisms and charm. She was a great storyteller and could hold people captive when she spoke. Her self-deprecating sense of humor was unarming because she was so beautiful, articulate and seemed so confident.
      She was all of these, but also vulnerable and real with people. This made people want to be around her. Kay was always up for a good laugh and something fun to do. She was a Southern lady, both in business and her personal life, and she made others feel both comfortable and accepted. After being single for many years, Kay found “her person” and was so happy to be with Jim. All of her friends and family were happy for them. Sadly, it was too short lived.
      Kay enjoyed a variety of exciting jobs starting with her years at Welcome Wagon, then moving on to work at the Board of Education for Memphis City Schools. Following her enjoyable years with MCS, Kay obtained her real estate license to help clients find the perfect home. Many years in the world of real estate led Kay to work as a paralegal where she prepared closing documents for Arne Thompson. While Kay loved this job, she decided to take a risk and join Senior Crimestoppers, this move led to a 15-year span in a job where Kay excelled.
      Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, May 21 at 2 p.m. at Calvary Episcopal Church with a reception to follow.
      In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N 2nd Street, Memphis, 38103; Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County, 935 Farm Road, Memphis 38134 or St Jude’s at ALSAC/St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis 38105.

Bob Johnson ('64) [posted May 18, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 18, 2016:

Bob Johnson, 70, of Coldwater, Missississippi, passed away May 15, 2016. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Mary Jane Johnson. He attended East High School and Memphis State University, where he was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order. He is survived by his wife, Lana Tanner Johnson, two children, Rej Johnson of Pineville, Arkansas and Whitney Coulombe (Danny) of Fisherville, Tennessee and one grandson, Cael Coulombe, siblings, Kathy Johnson Nolan (Larry) ['62] and Larry Johnson and his beloved pets, Daisy, Harley, and Alie. Bob retired from the US Army Corps of Engineers where he worked as Supversory Cartographer for the Memphis District. His body was donated to the University of Tennessee. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to Tunica Humane Society, POB 236, Tunica, Mississippi 38676.

Chris Johnson ('71) [posted November 6, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 6, 2017:

Passed on September 2, 2017 at the age of 64. Family Funeral Care, 901 761-8000 has charge of services.

David Voss Johnson, Jr. ('54) [posted July 14, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 14, 2009:

David Voss Johnson, Jr. 73, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 12, 2009 at St. Francis Hospital. Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Kathryn Elsberry Johnson; son, David Voss Johnson III (wife Mary); daughter, Caroline Johnson Crosby (husband Chris); three grandchildren, William Voss Johnson, Thomas David Johnson and Kathryn Meador Crosby; three sisters, Gertrude Sledge, Judith Johnson and Margaret Wade [associated with the Class of '55]. David was born in Memphis, TN and was the son of the late David Voss and Julia Larkey Johnson, Sr. He was a graduate of East High School and Washington and Lee University and served in the Army Reserves. David was a noted real estate appraiser and received an MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute of which he served as president. He was a co-founder of which is now known as the Chandler Reports. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m., Wednesday, July 15, at Grace St. Luke's Episcopal Church with services beginning at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, 824 S. Dudley St., Memphis, TN 38104. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Grace St. Luke's Episcopal Church, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or the charity of the donor's choice.

John Johnson ('76) [posted December 16, 2021] - From The Daily Memphian, Memphis, December 8, 2021:

     John Claud Johnson, 64, of Sardis, MS, and formerly of Memphis, TN passed away peacefully on December 4, 2021, from pulmonary and heart conditions. John was the last person carrying the Johnson name and was very proud of being a great-grandson of Andrew Johnson, an architect in north MS. He was a major contributor to a book about his great grandfather and his work.
      John graduated from East High School in Memphis and attended the University of Memphis School of Journalism. After college, he worked as a DJ in Covington, TN. He also worked in the restaurant business and at Walmart for many years.
      John loved to garden, and when he had his own house, had a beautiful backyard filled with flowering plants and trees. He was also a great sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite teams: the Saints, University of Memphis, the Grizzlies, and Ole Miss. His other love was Memphis barbeque and Tribecca pizza in Sardis, which he ate as often as possible.
      John was a loyal friend and loved by many people. He will be missed by his friends and family.

Phil Johnson ('68) [posted June 5, 2021] - From The Commercial Appeal, May 19, 2021:

     Philip Joseph Johnson III passed away peacefully May 17, 2021 at Methodist Hospice Residence. A Memphis native, born August 5, 1950, Phil attended the University of Georgia and graduated with a B.S. in Finance from University of Tennessee where he made life-long friends and was a member of SAE fraternity. Phil started out as a "squidge" at family-owned A.C.T. Beasley Cotton Company on Front Street and later became responsible for the firm's international business in Europe, Canada, Asia and South America.
      Bolstered by his international experience, Phil developed the International Trade Center with offices in Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville. He was president of the Memphis World Trade Club in 1990 and president of the World Trade Council of Middle Tennessee in 1996. When an opportunity became available at the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce, he was hired to run the International Trade Department and worked his way up to Vice President of Economic Development. Phil joined Sowell Realtors in 2008 and was an affiliate broker until July 2012 when he joined the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce focusing on economic development.
      In his younger days after college, Phil was known for his traveling juke box, shared with friends at many parties. He had an eye for good design and good art, and loved to cook and entertain friends at his home in Windover Grove, and he was an avid reader. Phil was a disciplined runner, biker and swimmer and participated in triathlons and marathons. He loved his annual trek with friends to a race in New Orleans and he helped organize races for the Boys' and Girls' Clubs of Memphis of which he was a long-time board member. He was a welcomed vacation guest by both family and friends. When queried about his favorite vacation spot, he answered, "wherever I'm invited!"
      Phil was predeceased by his mother, Minor Beasley Johnson Brown and father Philip, Jr. He is survived by his brother David Beasley Johnson ['71]. Phil also leaves Steve Peckham who became his best friend in his last years. His family will never forget the love and care Steve has shown to Phil and to all of us. Due to Covid-19 protocols, a memorial service at Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church will be private with the Rev. Ollie V. Rencher officiating and homily delivered by the Rev. Mary Allison Cates. The service will be Livestreamed at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, today. Virtual worshipers may view the service and access the leaflet at: www.gracestlukes.org/live and www.facebook.com/gracestlukes We hope many of Phil's friends will come to the University Club for a reception at 5:00 p.m. after the service.
      Memorials may be sent to the donor's favorite charity or to one of Phil's favorites: Boys and Girls Clubs of Memphis, or St. Jude Hospital; a donation to Methodist Hospice Residence or Paige Robbins Adult Day Center would also be a wonderful way to remember Phil.

Theodore Johnson ('71) [posted November 29, 2006] - From The Commercial Appeal, November 28, 2006:

THEODORE ROOSEVELT JOHNSON, JR., of Aurora, CO, formerly of Memphis, TN, died Saturday, November 25, 2006 at his home in Colorado following a lengthy illness. Visitation will be from 6- 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 29 at Memphis Funeral Home at 5599 Poplar Ave. Funeral services are 11 a.m., Thursday, November 30 at Parkway Gardens Presbyterian Church, 1005 E. Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN. 38116 with burial at Memphis Park Southwoods Cemetery. Pastor Maurice Johnson is officiating. Mr. Johnson was a member of True Light Baptist Church in Denver where Rev. William T. Golson, Jr. is pastor. Theodore, husband of Oretha Torrance Johnson, also leaves a son, Theodore Johnson III, daughter, Karissa Johnson, daughter-in-law, April Johnson, grandchildren, Anthony Hester, Jasmine Blue and Kaela Johnson, all of Aurora CO. He leaves his parents, Theodore R. and Annie M. Johnson; a sister Vicki Bailey of McLean, VA; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Naaman and Ann Johnson, Daryl and Tammy Johnson of Tampa, FL, Ronald and Sylvia Johnson, Pastor Maurice and Brenda Johnson of Memphis. He was preceded in his return to the Father by his brother, Errol Johnson. Mr. Johnson also leaves a host of aunts, uncles, in-laws, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends to celebrate his life and legacy. Memorials honoring Mr. Johnson may be sent to "Ministry Without Limits", True Light Baptist Church, 14333 Bolling Drive, P.O. Box 39003, Denver, CO. 80239

Marilyn Johnston ('56) [posted August 4, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 31, 2000:

MARILYN JEAN JOHNSTON HEYWOOD, 62, of Richfield, Minn., formerly of Memphis, teacher, died of heart failure Monday [December 25, 2000] at her home. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday [January 2, 2001] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. She was a former member of Mullins United Methodist Church. Mrs. Heywood, the wife of John Heywood, also leaves a son, John Kyle Heywood of St. Louis, and her sister, Joy Overman of Hot Springs, Ark. The family requests that memorials be sent to the American Diabetes Association.

Trish Johnston ('54) [posted February 5, 2024] - From McKibben & Guinn Funeral Service, Grenada, Mississippi, February 3, 2024:

     Patricia J. (Trish) Hightower went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 1, 2024. She was born in Memphis, TN on July 20, 1936. She was the daughter of S.R (Gus) and Eunice Johnston. She graduated from East High School in Memphis, and received a B.S. degree from Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. While in Nashville, she met her husband, George D. Hightower and was married in 1958. Her husband's career led the family to East Tennessee, Jackson, MS and Memphis TN, where she worked as a buyer in the purchasing department at the Memphis Board of Education. Her husband went into business as a petroleum marketer, which ultimately led them to move to Grenada, MS, where they lived for 42 years, and where she worked as office manager for Hightower Oil Company.
      During her years in Grenada, she was an active member of Southside Church of Christ, where she was a pre-school Sunday School teacher and served in the women's ministry. She served for many years on the community Women's Bible Study team, which held Bible classes for female inmates at the Grenada County Jail. She was also active in the community, serving as founding chairman and tutor for the Grenada League for Adult Development, Grenada's adult literacy program. She was a past member of the Business and Professional Women's Club and member and past President of the New Century Club. She served on the Holmes Community College Workforce Council, the HCC Grenada Arts Council, and the Grenada Planning and Zoning Commission. She received the Exchange Club's "Book of Golden Deeds" Award, the Red Rose Award from Delta Kappa Gamma, the Governor's Office Literacy Award of Excellence, and was a Grenada Rotary Club Paul Harris Fellow.
      Trish was an avid reader. She enjoyed traveling to a variety of destinations, but especially loved visiting New Orleans and Destin, FL. She loved spending time with family and local friends, as well as gatherings of friends from her high school and college days. She adopted her husband's love for all things Ole Miss and attended countless Ole Miss football games throughout the years. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister and friend. Her committment to Christ was of utmost importance in her life.
      She is survived by her husband of 65 years, George D. Hightower; her daughter Dianne Hightower of Southaven, MS; her son David Hightower of St. Louis, MO; her brother Stanley R. Johnston of Memphis, TN; and her sister-in-law Ann Hightower, of Cordova, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Southside Church of Christ or to the Grenada League for Adult Development, PO Box 533, Grenada, MS 38902.
      Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, February 9, 2024 at McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time Friday at McKibben and Guinn.

Clarence Jones, Jr. (class year unknown)- From The Commercial Appeal, June 6, 1999:

CLARENCE JONES JR., 25, of Memphis, student at University of Tennessee at Martin, was found dead Thursday [June 3, 1999]in Martin after an apparent homicide. Harrison's Funeral Home Orange Mound Chapel has charge. He was a member of the Church of Christ, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, and was a graduate of East High School. He leaves his parents, Clarence and Mary Rhodes Jones, and two sisters, Joy Janel Jones and Linda Debose, all of Memphis.

Kakie Jones ('55) [posted October 14,2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, Ocober 14, 2018:

     Carolyn Jane "Kakie" Williams
      Kakie was a native Memphian, born June 19, 1937, the only child of Carrie and Cullen Jones.
      She died on October 12, 2018. She was a graduate of East High School and attended then, Memphis State University. Kakie married her college sweetheart Bubba Williams and they moved to Eglin Air Force Base while Bubba served in the US Air Force. She loved the beaches at Ft. Walton and Destin and the family spent many summers vacationing there with friends.
      Preceding her in death were her parents and husband of 61 years, Orville Howard Williams, Jr.
      She leaves her daughter Laurie Williams Samuels (Harry) and her son Jeffrey Howard Williams (Debbie). Kakie took her greatest pride in her four grandchildren and was a caring wife, mother, "Nanny" and friend.
      An avid reader and master gardener, she enjoyed a life-long passion of plants, flowers, and vegetables. She and Bubba spent many years in the senior gardens at Shelby Farms, sharing their bounty and Kakie's gardening tips with family, friends, and neighbors.
      Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at the Rotunda at West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery.

Michael Lamar Jones ('75/associated with '75) [posted May 21, 2013] - From The Tennessean, Nashville, TN, July 8, 2012:

Michael Lamar Jones (Mike)Of Nashville, TN died peacefully surrounded by friends at Baptist Hospital on June 30, 2012 at the age of 54. Mike was born and raised in Memphis, TN, and moved to Nashville in 1982 to pursue a career as a songwriter. Mike wrote and recorded "Answered Prayers" on Sparrow Records in 1993. Englebert Humperdinck recorded this song on several of his albums and it can be viewed on YouTube. To make ends meet when Mike was a fledgling songwriter, he worked at Spence Manor Hotel on Music Row during its heyday as a 5 Diamond Hotel where the celebrities stayed. Mike then began driving limousines for the Oak Ridge Boys until 1985 when he became the personal assistant for Jimmy Bowen; a legendary music executive/producer who transformed the country music business. During his career, Mike drove for a diverse group of celebrity clientele, including Cybil Shepherd, Andy Griffith, Keifer Sutherland, The Temptations, Earth Wind & Fire, General Tommy Franks, country music stars, politicians and sports figures. In 1995, Mike founded a private chauffeur and personal security service, Guardian Angel Driver Service. In the late 1980s, Jimmy Bowen encouraged Mike to train as a bodyguard. Mike developed a keen interest in Kung Fu, ultimately becoming a 7th degree black belt in Kung Fu San Soo through Master Bat McGrath. Mike will be awarded his 8th degree, Master's Certificate posthumously by Master Chuck Cory due to his contributions to the art of Kung Fu San Soo. Considered a great fighter, great student, great teacher and an outstanding representative of the martial arts community, Mike exemplified the way of the warrior. He is survived by his niece, Susan Bjorklund; his sister-in-law, Margaret Bjorklund; his sister, Constance Tackett; and his nephew, Marshall Duncan, of Memphis. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Lamar Jones; his brother, Leslie W. Bjorklund, Jr. and his former wife, Laura Quinn. Mike's generous teaching spirit lives on; he donated his body to teaching and research. There will be Celebrations of his Life in Nashville throughout the month of July. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either MusiCares in Nashville, TN at (615) 327-0050 or The Cat Shoppe Rescue, Inc. at (615) 297-7877.
Published in The Tennessean on July 8, 2012

Richard Jones ('68) [posted April 2, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, March 31, 2016:

Richard Franklin Jones, Jr.
Memphis, TN
65, died Monday, March 28, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital. Richard was born at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis on October 9, 1950, to Richard "Frank" Jones and Lillian Prewitt Jones. He graduated from East High School and Millsaps College, spending his junior year abroad at the University of Vienna. He later earned a master's degree in German from the University of Memphis and a Ph.D. in German Language and Linguistics from Vanderbilt University. Richard began his career as a teacher at the University of Regensburg in southern Germany, where his first child, Marion, was born.
After returning to Memphis, Richard split a twenty-five-year career between Dover Elevator Systems and Lifeblood Mid-South Regional Blood Center. He was a proud and loving father to his three children and was known for his enduring love of the Beatles and his eccentric, inviting personality. Richard was also a lifelong student of languages and participated for a number of years in the Memphis German Club. Richard is survived by his three children; Marion Thorn Jones of New York City, and Richard Franklin Jones III and Eugene Thorn Jones, both of Baton Rouge, LA. Richard is also survived by his sister, Caroline Prewitt Jones of Alabaster, AL, and his mother, Lillian Prewitt Jones of Memphis.
A private visitation and graveside services will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery on April 1, 2016. A memorial service will follow at the Church of the Holy Communion. The family also requests, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Church of the Holy Communion, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , or the Memphis Humane Society.

Bo Joplin ('70) [posted October 15, 2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 15, 2013:

Bill F. "Bo" "Jop" Joplin, 61, beloved service manager for Raindance Irrigation, passed away October 13, 2013. Mr. Joplin was a member of Poplar Grove United Methodist Church and an advocate for Mid-South Transplant Foundation. The family will receive friends Wednesday, October 16 from 5-8 p.m. at the Millington Chapel with a service, Thursday at 2 p.m. at Poplar Grove United Methodist Church. Interment to follow in Poplar Grove Cemetery. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Ed and Elizabeth Deupree, sister, Katy Tong ['75], brother, Scott Joplin ['71]. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Kay Joplin; children, Christen V. Liberto, Joy Ervin, Larry S. Joplin, and John Canaday, Jr.; parents, Ken and Betty Joplin; sister, Sally (Jim) Logan; five grandchildren, Paige, Skylar, Rodney Jr., John III, and Mikaela. In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorials be made to the Mid-South Transplant Foundation, 8001 Centerview Parkway, Suite 302, Cordova, TN 38018. Munford Funeral Home Millington Chapel (901) 873-0123 BrentwoodFuneralService.com

Dorothy (Dot) Jordan ('60) [posted September 21, 2009] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 21, 2009:

Dorothy Jordan (Dot) Early went to praise her Lord in glory on Saturday, September 19, 2009. By God's grace, Dot now sees her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She knew Him, served Him and trusted Him by faith in this life, and even now her faith is confirmed by her sight. Dot leaves her adoring husband of 43 years, Clinton M. Early; her son, Clint Early Jr.; her daughter, Dorothy Early Bryant; and five grandsons, Cullen Bryant, Jonathon Early, Joseph Bryant, Andrew Early, and Thomas Early. She also leaves her brother Carl Lee Jordan, Jr. ['52], his wife, Martha, and their children and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl Lee Jordan and Velma Jewell Jordan; her sister, Jorene Jordan Moss; and her infant grandson, Christian Alexander Early. Dot was a longtime member of Independent Presbyterian Church where she served her God and the congregation. She was active as a Bible study leader, catechism teacher, circle leader, and president of Women in the Church. She was a faithful choir member. Her family is thankful to God for the ministry of music and for all the choir members who ministered to Dot during her long struggle with Alzheimer's disease, especially the "Dot Com," Cathy, Kitty, Jan and Pam. Dot was a former member of The Junior League and Les Passes. She was a graduate of East High (1960) and the University of Memphis where she was an Alpha Gamma Delta. She enjoyed meeting regularly with "Lunch Bunch," a group that originated from a Junior League committee. Visitation will be at Independent Presbyterian Church, Monday, September 21, 2009 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be at Independent Presbyterian Church, Tuesday, September 22 at 1:00 p.m. with burial to follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Memorials should be sent to Alzheimer's Adult Day Service, 3185 Hickory Hill Road, 38115, to Independent Presbyterian Church Music Department, 4738 Walnut Grove Road, 38117, or to Crossroads Hospice.

K

Mike Kane ('62)
No obituary is available, however, his death has been confirmed to a class representative by a relative.

Debra Kaplan ('72) From Florida Today, October 27,2008 [posted November 7, 2008]:

DEBRA KAPLAN YOUNG COCOA BEACH Debra Kaplan Young, 54, beloved wife of Rodney Young and mother of RJ and Bekah Young, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008 in a tragic automobile accident. Her loss is profound to her family and community. Debra was born in Memphis, Tennessee on August 23, 1954 where she lived till she went to Emory University. There she received a Bachelor of Arts and a Masters in Business Adminis tration as well as a Doctor of Law. She was a member of the State Bar of Georgia and upon graduation of College she received an award given every year to the student who contrib uted the most to the University, the Marion Luther Brittain Award. After graduation, Debra Young served as a lobbyist for the Georgia Hospital Associa tion. She eventually changed professions in 1984 to work as a broker for Dean Witter in Atlanta, transferring to the Space Coast in 1985 where she worked for Dean Witter and Anchor Management. In 1994 Debra Young went out on her own and created Harbor City Investments. Debra Young was admitted and qualified as an attorney for the Supreme Court of the United States in 2004. Debra Kaplan Young met the love of her life, Rodney Young in 1982 and they were married in 1985. Rodney brought his bride home to Cocoa Beach where they have lived for the past 23 years raising a family together. Debra took a very active role in all of her childrens activities and took great pride in all of their accomplishments. Debra was an integral part of our community on so many levels. She was a member of the Junior League since 1990 serving in many capacities until in 2000 when she was elected President. One of her many credits is the writing of the grant that enabled Tranquility Cove to become a reality for abused women and children. Debra continued her work of caring and compassion at her beloved Temple Israel where she served on the board and was voted President in 2004, serving in that capacity until her untimely death. Her loss is profound to the many people whose lives she touched. Besides being survived by her loving husband, Rodney Young, and children, RJ and Bekah Young, she is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Tina and Jerry Levine of Rock ville, Maryland; nephews, Chuck Levine and his wife Sarah and Matthew Levine and his wife Amy; great nephews, Adam and Dylan Levine; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Loretta Young; niece, Lisa and Jon Blackburn and their son Ty; Mark Young and Chad and Anna Young and their son Griffin. Debra was predeceased by her parents, Jules and Mildred Kaplan. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Temple Israel at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to Temple Israel, 7350 Lake Andrew Drive, Viera, FL 32940. Published in FLORIDA TODAY on 10/27/2008

Anita Karlin ('58) From The Commercial Appeal, January 30,2008:

Clarksdale - ANITA KARLIN HIRSBERG, 67, a homemaker, died January 29, 2008 at Northwest Regional Medical Center Clarksdale, MS. Visitation from 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m., Thursday at Meredith - Nowell Funeral Home in Clarksdale, MS with burial in the Beth Israel. Meredith - Nowell Funeral Home in Clarksdale, MS is handling the arrangements. She was a member of Junior auxiliary, and volunteer with the Clarksdale Animal Shelter. She graduated from East High School in Memphis, TN and attended Memphis State. She was a member of the Temple of Beth Israel. Survivors include: her husband of 46 years, Robert Lawrence Hirsberg of Clarksdale, MS; two sons, Randy Hirsberg of Olive Banch, MS and Terry Hirsberg of Birmingham, AL; two daughters, Lori Beth Behr of Louisville, KY and Jodi Kirk of Olive Branch, MS; sister, Paula Kirk of Olive Branch, MS; four grandchildren, Douglas Hollis of Oxford, MS, Heath Hirsberg and Jackson Kirk both of Olive Branch, MS and Sam Hirsberg of Birmingham, AL. Meredith-Nowell Funeral Home Clarksdale, MS 662-624-6218

Bill Kelly ('65) [posted March 27, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 26, 2017:

     William Patrick Kelly, "Bill" died March 18, 2017, at 5:38 am at Methodist Hospice Residence. Memorial services will be Friday, March 31, 2017, at 4 pm, at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119, in the Riverside Chapel.
      Mr. Kelly was a lifelong resident of Memphis and attended East High and graduated with a B.S. from Memphis State University. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Gordon Kelly and Edna Earle Kelly. He also leaves his brother, Michael Gordon Kelly, Sr., "Mickey", Michael's wife, Ernestine Kelly, "Ernie", a niece, Jennifer Kelly Jones, and his nephew, Michael Gordon Kelly, Jr.
      His 25 year career in public health with the Memphis and Shelby County Health Department included activities in both environmental and community health. He retired in 1995 as Manager of Environmental Sanitation. Throughout his life he enjoyed outdoor activities, especially waterfowl hunting and fishing.
      He was a lifelong member and sponsor of Ducks Unlimited and Delta Waterfowl. He spent four months in Alaska his first summer of retirement enjoying fishing for trout and salmon. During that time he met many new people both locals and other travelers like himself. This trip had been a lifelong ambition since high school, and he returned several more times with friends from Memphis and Jackson. Even though he fished and hunted in many parts of Canada and throughout many areas in the "lower 48", his favorite place of all was Sardis Lake. He grew up there with his dad and friends, and there was no place that he enjoyed more than Sardis.
      In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Delta Waterfowl or the Mid South Food Bank

Karla Kennon ('71) [July 11, 2000] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, July 11, 2000:

Karla Kennon Grant, 47, of Bartlett, homemaker, died of cancer Monday [July 10, 2000] at Methodist Healthcare-Central. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday [July 12, 2000] at Christ United Methodist Church Sanctuary with burial in Memorial Park. Memorial Park Funeral Home has charge. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, Easter People Trio and Emmaus Community. Mrs. Grant, the widow of Don Grant, leaves two daughters, April Spain of Cordova and Allison Grant of Bartlett; two sons, John Grant and David Grant, both of Bartlett; her parents, Dorothy and William Kennon of Memphis; a sister, Deborah Neeley of Bartlett, and a grandchild. The family requests that memorials be sent to Christ United Methodist Church or a charity of the donor's choice.

Martha Ann Kenny ('56) [September 16, 2011] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, September 16, 2011:

Grand Junction - Martha Ann Kenny Bland, of Grand Junction, TN, passed away at her home on September 15, 2011. She was 73 years old. A memorial service will be held for Mrs. Bland at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 17, at LaGrange Methodist Church in LaGrange, TN. with Rev. Dr. Virginia Jones Finzel officiating. A graveside service for the family will be held at the LaGrange Cemetery. Mrs. Bland was born on June 21, 1938, in Memphis, TN, and was preceded in death by her parents, John Carrington Kenny and Martha Frances Johnston Kenny. She is survived by her brother, John Carrington Kenny, Jr., of Memphis, TN. She married Charles Bernhardt Bland ['54] on June 24, 1956. She is survived by her husband of fifty-five years; and her five children and their spouses: Elizabeth Galfsky of Collierville, TN, Robert and Julia Bland of Somerville, TN, Mark and Patricia Gunn of Birmingham, AL, Chris and Camille Collins of Germantown, TN, and Edward and Victoria Chandler of Longwood, FL. She is also survived by fifteen grandchildren: Charles and Ander Galfsky, Mary Elizabeth and Robert Bland, Martha Ellen, Ann Claire, Frances, Elizabeth, and Neil Gunn, Ashton and Hope Collin,; Edward, Patrick, Eliot, and Lauren Chandler. Mrs. Bland was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her greatest joy was found in loving and serving her family. Her second love was her church, LaGrange United Methodist Church, and she was passionate about teaching the children's Sunday School class. For 10 years she led Vacation Bible School for the church and the community. She was also a teacher in the children's ministry of Community Bible Study in Somerville, TN. Mrs. Bland studied civil engineering at Memphis State University. She enjoyed playing golf with her husband in various Senior Golf Association tournaments. One of the highlights in recent years for her was the monthly lunches with her schoolmates from East High School, Memphis, TN, class of 1956. She is deeply loved by her family and will be dearly missed. The family requests that memorials be sent to LaGrange United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 126, Grand Junction, TN 38039.

Glenn Kiersky ('67) [posted June 25, 2024] - From The Daily Memphian, June 24, 2024:

     Glenn David Kiersky, a beloved husband, a devoted father, an adored grandfather, a great poker player, and outdoorsman extraordinaire, died June 23 following a short illness at Baptist Hospital, where he was surrounded by his family. He was 75.
      Glenn was born in Memphis the second of three sons, but he didn't let the middle-child syndrome get in his way. He always let his brothers know when he was right, which was always. As a teenager, Glenn spent his summers at Camp Nebagamon for Boys in Wisconsin, an experience that gave him a lifetime of fond memories. He graduated from East High School in 1967, and in 1971 graduated from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois, where he met Yvonne, the love of his life and his wife of 53 years.
      Glenn and Yvonne settled in Memphis, and with his father he managed his family's business, the South Memphis Stockyards until its closure in the late 1980s. He went full throttle into his second career as a financial consultant with Merrill Lynch and Smith Barney. Glenn was an avid outdoorsman who loved duck hunting and fishing and was a founding member of Blackfish Farms Hunt Club in Arkansas.
      Glenn considered himself just a regular guy, but his life was truly extraordinary. He was a top-rated tournament poker player and a lifelong member of Ridgeway Country Club where he was a past president. He loved Tiger basketball, enjoyed his dogs, appreciated fine art, relished a good steak, loved to wear mud-soaked boots, laughed at bad jokes, prided himself in the endless number of stories he could tell, enjoyed his farm, loved to fish with his granddaughter, Amelia, trap shoot with his granddaughter, Shea, watch his grandson, Evan, play baseball, listen to his granddaughter Elise play the flute. Most of all, he loved to hunt with his son.
      Yet Glenn's passion in life was his family. He leaves his wife, Yvonne, his son, Elliot (Tricia) Kiersky of Memphis; his daughter, Simone Coyle (Will) of Vienna, Va.; and his brother, John [Kiersky ('72)] (Jan) Kiersky of Memphis. He was the doting grandfather of Shea and Amelia Kiersky, and Evan and Elise Coyle. Glenn was an adored uncle, brother-in-law, and friend to many, particularly his golfing foursome of 50 years whom he considered his family of choice. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, Doris and J. Hubert Kiersky, his brother, James H. Kiersky ['64], and his nephew Will Kiersky. Glenn also leaves behind numerous friends who will remember his larger-than-life personality and his kind and generous heart.
      Services for Glenn, who was a lifelong member of Temple Israel, will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, June 25, in the Levy-Cooper Chapel at Temple Israel Cemetery, 1708 Hernando Road.
      The family asks that you honor Glenn's life with a donation to Camperships for Nebagamon, www.cncharities.org, or to the charity of the donor's choice.

Jimmy Kiersky ('64) [updated December 22, 2004] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, January 17, 2002:

Dr. James Hugh Kiersky, 58, of Atlanta, formerly of Memphis, professor of philosophy for Oxford College of Emory University, died Monday [December 20, 2004] at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday [December 26, 2004] at Temple Israel. Canale Funeral Directors has charge. He was a Vietnam War Navy veteran, a graduate of Washington & Lee University and Emory University and a member of Who's Who Among American Teachers. Mr. Kiersky, the husband of Carole P. Kiersky, also leaves two daughters, Lisa Kiersky Schreiber of Atlanta and Jill Kiersky Marcus of Chicago, and two brothers, Glenn Kiersky ['67] and John Kiersky ['72], both of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Memorial Service: 2 p.m. December 26, 2004, at Temple Israel, Memphis.
No visitation is scheduled.

Kay Killebrew ('59) [November 22, 2005] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, November 22, 2005:

KAY KILLEBREW CONAWAY ['59] passed away peacefully Sunday, November 20, 2005 at home, surrounded by friends and loved ones. She was 64 years old and lived a fruitful and productive life. Kay, the daughter of late local celebrity Bill Killebrew, was an advocate for disadvantaged children and animals, friend of the environment, and brought comfort to countless suffering and recovering alcoholics. Her honest, open and selfless nature set a noble example of human kindness and compassion. She leaves behind her husband of 38 years, Larry Conaway; a daughter, Molly Conaway Dill of Memphis; a sister, Judy Lambert ['64] of Medon, TN; a brother, Ken Killebrew [associated with class of '56] of Destin, FL; three wonderful grandsons, Justin, Stephen and Bryant; a niece, Natalie Hill; three nephews, Keith Killebrew, Michael Lambert and Brian Conaway; her dog, Lucy and cat, Nosy, and many, many friends. She will be greatly missed by all. The family requests that any memorial donations be sent to the American Cancer Society. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Canale Funeral Chapel with a visitation from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. Canale Funeral Directors 901-452-6400

Kenny Killebrew (associated with the Class of '56) [posted February 25, 2015] - From the Northwest Florida Daily News, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, September 18, 2013:

William Kenneth Killebrew, a 10-year resident of Destin, Fla., died after a long illness on Sunday [September 15, 2013] at Sacred Heart Hospital of Emerald Coast. He was 75 years old. Kenny was the son of the late William Thomas "Captain Bill" Killebrew, a local TV personality for years in Memphis, Tenn., and the late Marie Buckley Killebrew of Memphis. A memorial service will be held at Destin United Methodist Church of Destin on Friday, Sept. 20,, 2013 at 2 p.m. Kenny was preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Johnson Killebrew; son, William Kenneth Killebrew, Jr.; and sister, Kay Killebrew Conaway, all of Memphis. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Johnson Killebrew; son, Keith McClellan Killebrew of Fayetteville, Tenn.; sister, Judy Killebrew Lambert of Medon, Tenn.; stepson, Jason Collard, West Memphis, Ark.; and stepdaughter, Shannon Armstrong, Destin; grandsons, William K. (Trey) Killebrew, III and Trevor Harding of Denton, Texas, Thomas Killebrew and Jackson Killebrew of Fayetteville, Alex Armstrong of West Memphis, Ark., Charlie Armstrong of Destin, and Whit Collard and Grey Collard, West Memphis; granddaughters, Elizabeth "Bee" Armstrong, Destin, and Sydney Collard, West Memphis; nephew, Michael Lambert of Medon, Tenn.; and his nieces; Natalie Lambert Hill, Clinton, Miss., and Molly Conaway Dill, Memphis. Kenny was born at home in Dresden, Tenn. After the family moved to Memphis at age 5, he ran away from home and was found on his way to the Memphis airport with his toy airplane tucked under his arm. He meant to fly. He went on to attend Memphis State University and join the Army Reserve. Kenny was then granted a loan from Mr. Hartzog, the founder of Hart's Bakery in Memphis for flying lessons. Then he crop dusted to accumulate hours for his commercial pilot's license. Kenny joined Southern Airways in 1965 and retired as Captain on the DC-10 from Northwest Airlines in 1998 with 33 years of service. He was an ardent animal lover and his three cats; Sophie, China and Shadow were a constant source of joy and comfort to him. His giving spirit and sense of humor will be greatly missed by his many friends, he was a character one never forgets. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, any memorials be sent to either Destin United Methodist Church, 200 Beach St., Destin, FL 32541, or to the ALS Association, Florida Chapter, 3242 Parkside Center, Tampa, FL.

Tom Kimbrough (associated with the Class of '55) [posted June 11, 2021] - From the The Daily Memphian, Memphis, June 11, 2021:

     Thomas Charles Kimbrough died Thursday, June 10, 2021. Born in Memphis November 30, 1937, Tom attended Pentecost Garrison, East High, Baylor Preparatory School, and Vanderbilt University.
      His entrepreneurial spirit began with the publication of the world's first Beatnik Dictionary (swinging syllables) which sold over a million copies. He subsequently owned several Drug Stores, Baskin-Robbins, Danver's Restaurants, and Hallmark card stores.
      Tom is best remembered for his successful career in real estate as a developer, investor, and broker. He redeveloped family property at Poplar and Perkins Rd.
      He also partnered with the late Lloyd Lovett where he was involved in developing projects that included Farmington Country Club and golf course and surrounding residential properties. They also developed Balmoral, Colonial Acres, Kirby Woods, and others.
      Tom was instrumental as Vice President of Crye-Leike where he opened multiple offices in Middle TN and managed the Nashville operation for several years. Tom opened the first Crye-Leike East Memphis office and he was a past President of the Memphis Board of Realtors. He served on the boards of numerous civic and charitable organizations and was a member of Memphis Country Club.
      Tom always had a positive attitude regarding life. He was the consummate gentlemen and extremely well-read. Tom's most genuine traits were his loving nature, great sense of humor, style, ability to tell great stories, and willingness to help others in achieving their goals.
      An avid outdoorsman, skilled skier, scuba & skydiver you never knew where or what you might see Tom accomplishing.
      His love for family was paramount in his life. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Joy. He is also survived by his sons Tom Kimbrough (YuAe), Keller Kimbrough (Eiko), Chris Fiedler (Becky), and seven grandchildren, Chris, Lucy, Josephine, Charles, Peggy, Allie, and Paul. He was predeceased by his daughter Leigh Fiedler Marek (2020), and his parents Renan Kimbrough and Margaret Witherington Kimbrough.
      He was a lifelong member of Second Presbyterian Church.
      Visitation will be held at Canale Funeral Home from 3 PM to 5 PM on Sunday, June 13th. Graveside services will be held Monday, June 14th at 1 PM at Elmwood Cemetery.
      In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to Church Health Center or the Mid-South Food Bank.

Prior to his death, Tom Kimbrough was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile he submitted may be read on the Class of 1955 page.

Bernard King ('58) (Nard) [January 20, 2002] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, January 17, 2002:

BERNARD "NARD" DEE KING, JR., 61, of Marietta, died Jan. 16 of cardiovascular complications. He is survived by his wife Lyn M. King, son Bernard Dee King III, daughter Cecile King Della Bernarda, daughter-in-law Shannon McElroy King, son-in-law Dean H. Della Bernarda; grandchildren Benjamin Davis King and John Barrett King, all of Atlanta, and sister Kendall King Lambert [('62)] of Washington, DC. Mr. King is a graduate of Memphis State University where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He was born in Drew, MS and moved to Memphis, TN in 1950. After graduation from college, he served in the US Navy. He moved to Atlanta in 1974 to manage the southeastern district of Alcon Laboratories. While in Atlanta he was active in ALTA tennis and the Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. An outdoor enthusiast, Mr. King was an avid supporter of various wildlife groups including Ducks Unlimited and the Wildlife Conservatory. He enjoyed golf and canoeing. A memorial service will be held at the Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul this Saturday [January 19, 2002] at 2pm. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. Memorials may be made to the Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, 1795 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30062, The Atlanta Humane Society, 981 Howell Mill Rd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, or St. Joseph's Mercy Foundation, 1100 Johnson Ferry Road NE, Suite 150, Atlanta, GA 30342.

Coalla King (Faculty) [April 21, 2006] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, September 25, 1995:

COALLA SAGE KING, 81, of Drew, Miss., formerly of Memphis, retired teacher, died Friday [September 22, 1995] of heart disease at Bolivar County Hospital in Cleveland, Miss. Graveside services were Sunday [September 24, 1995] in Drew Cemetery. Thweatt-King Funeral Home of Cleveland had charge. She was a graduate of Belhaven College in Jackson, Miss., and taught in Drew public schools until 1950, moved to Memphis and taught at East High School until 1974 and then returned to Drew and taught at North Sunflower Academy until retirement. She was a member of Drew United Methodist Church, St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Memphis and Drew Culture Club and was an accomplished pianist and organist. Mrs. King leaves a daughter, Kendall K. Lambert of Memphis; a son, Nard King of Marietta, Ga.; a brother, Hubert Sage of Drew, and three grandchildren.

Steven LaCeedric Kirkwood ('01) [Posted April 7, 2006 - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, April 7, 2006:

STEVEN LaCEDRIC KIRKWOOD, 23, of Memphis, graduate of East High School, died April 4, 2006 at a relative's home. Visitation will be from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, April 9 at N. J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home and from 10-11:55 a.m. Monday, April 10 at Center Chapel Baptist Church on Shelby Drive, with service to begin at Noon. He leaves his mother, Dessa Collins; his father, Stephen Kirkwood, both of Memphis; two sisters, Myleka Kirkwood and Quewannoccii Kirkwood; two brothers, Decorian Collins and Job Kirkwood, all of Memphis; two grandmothers, Annie Curry and Tennie Kirkwood, both of Memphis; his grandfather, George White of Memphis; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Ira Kirkwood. N. J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home 901-948-7755

Monte Kirven ('55) [Posted June 30, 2019 - From the Coronado Times, Coronado, California, December 14, 2017:

     Monte Neil Kirven, born August 5, 1936, perished in the wildfires that consumed the forested hills near Santa Rosa, CA, in October of 2017.
      Monte’s love of nature and the outdoors was an integral part of his life. In time, his interest in fishing and hunting were nurtured into consuming passions that became lifelong pursuits. When his mother remarried a Navy man, they moved frequently. He attended Coronado High School in Coronado, CA, and East High School in Memphis, Tennessee, and graduated in 1955. He then attended the University of Mississippi where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology in 1960. He was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity and was in the Army ROTC program; later commissioned as an officer after graduation. In 1964, he was trained in Military Intelligence at Fort Ord, CA.
      Returning to Coronado, he worked at Scripps Institute of Oceanography before becoming Chair of the Environmental Education Department at the San Diego Museum of Natural History. During his tenure there, he earned a Master of Science degree at San Diego State University studying Caspian and elegant terns.
      Between 1966 and 1971, Monte studied the health and productivity of peregrine falcons nesting in Baja, California and the Gulf of California, Mexico. Fluency in Spanish aided his research endeavors.
      In 1977, Monte earned a Ph.D. in Biology at University of Colorado studying bat falcons in Venezuela. Returning to California, he taught courses in biology and ecology at both Sonoma State University and Santa Rosa Junior College. During this period, he collaborated with Robert Riseborough, Geoff Monk, D.A. “Sandy” Boyce, Brian Walton, and others to determine the pesticide contamination levels in peregrine prey species; studied the foraging behavior of nesting peregrines in a geothermal development area via radio-telemetry with Dr. James Enderson; and was employed by the Ukiah District of the Bureau of Land Management to conduct a decade-long survey of nesting peregrines in northern California. He is credited with helping to show eggshell thinning in endangered peregrine falcons that led to the banning of DDT for agricultural use in 1972.
      A falconer for over 50 years, Monte was accomplished at training peregrine falcons for the hunting of waterfowl. In addition, he mentored many aspiring falconers to care properly for their birds and to hunt successfully with them.
      He is survived by his daughter Kathleen K. Groppe of Lancaster, TX, sons Kenneth of San Diego, CA, and Brian of Point Reyes Station, CA, sister Marcia A. Gray of Helen, MT, and her children Alex, Tessa, Andrew and Jimmy and former wife Valerie Quate.

Ruth Eugenia Klinke ('71) [Posted January 24, 2010 - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, January 24, 2010:

Ruth Eugenia Klinke, 57, beloved sister of Carolyn [Klinke ('74)] and daughter of Robert and Marie Klinke, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at Baptist East Hospital. Ruth attended East High School and Milsaps College in Jackson, MS. Ruth was a caring, loving person who will be missed by all who knew her. A graveside service will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery, 2440 Whitten Road on Monday at 2:30.

Jeff Kloville ('67) [Posted October 25, 2022 - From the Daily Memphian, Memphis, October 25, 2022:

Jeffrey Albert Kloville was born on March 6, 1949, in Roslyn, New York, first son and second child to Joseph E. Kloville and Marjorie Herzberg. After Joseph and Marjorie divorced, Marjorie - teacher, actress and first woman to graduate from University of Memphis Law School - raised Leslie and Jeff in her hometown of Memphis, TN. Jeffrey's father Joe - traveling jewelry salesman and big personality - made home in Atlanta, GA and married again to Marge Rozenman. Jeffrey has two younger siblings from that union, Michele Kloville Strange in Atlanta, and Ian G. Kloville in San Francisco. Leslie Kloville Plimpton resides in Boston.
 &nbs;    Jeff attended East High School, where he ran track and broke a few speed records. He then attended the University of Tennessee, graduating with a bachelor's degree in Psychology. Jeff enjoyed watching and playing sports, especially basketball. He enjoyed travel, a day on the golf course, summer days at the pool, and a good meal, especially a nice, rare steak. He knew how to enjoy his leisure time - setting up and rocking in a hammock on a nice day or indulging in the occasional cigar or a good brandy over ice in the evening. Jeff was an easy-going man, never needing to be the center or attention, but he had a sense of humor and could make people laugh. He also enjoyed spending time with his life-long friends, the Less brothers – Barry, Bert, David, Stanley - who remember first meeting Jeff in college and recount him as a fun and trustworthy friend.
      Jeffrey was married twice in his life. His first wife was Carol Filla. He and Carol travelled together - in Europe, Israel, Mexico - before settling down to raise their daughter Jessica, born in June 1981. Jeff soon began work as a property manager for Leco Realty, where he would stay for 25 years. His second wife was Janet Abraham. Together Jeff and Janet enjoyed travel, nice meals, and beach vacations. They had two children, Zachary, born in April 1992 and Macy, born in June 1998. Jeff was an attentive and caring father. He was always there for his children, providing and supporting them, as well as teaching them such important life skills as: a solid handshake, how to fly a kite, playing backgammon and card games, setting a table properly, and how to get the best parking spot. He also showed them by example how to live in the moment and not to go through life gripped by the fear of living it. He loved each of his three children and was proud of their unique accomplishments.
      After Jeff's health began to decline and he retired from work, he still made an impression on everyone he met, at both Town Village and the Memphis Jewish Home, and especially on Rena Rosenberg, Geriatric Care Manager with ElderCare Consultants, LLC - a human with angel wings who helped him and the family so much as he became less mobile and unable to manage things on his own. Jeff lived a full life and passed away in his sleep early in the morning of October 11, 2022. He was 73. May his memory be a blessing.

Susan Meriwether Klyce ('70) [Posted October 31, 2014] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, October 31, 2014:

Susan Meriwether Klyce, age 62 of Knoxville, died instantly Tuesday, October 28, 2014 in a tragic automobile accident. Meriwether, “Mer” to her friends, was a 1970 graduate of East High School in Memphis. In 1975, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. In 1977, her greatest joy was becoming the mother of Brig Stone, whom she loved with a heart as big as the ocean. For Meriwether, family always came first. She happily traveled all over the world to visit her beloved family and friends. Mer had a special place in her heart for her daughter-in-law, Mindy Stone, and especially her grandchildren, Parker and Addy who will always know her as “Grandmer”. In Knoxville, she lived with her best friend and partner of twelve years, Tom Kerr. Together they enjoyed golfing, bird watching, visiting Cades Cove, and transforming their house into a beautiful home inside and out. They created a warm place where family and friends were always welcome. Meriwether enjoyed skiing, gardening, and being on the waters of Pickwick and Tims Ford lakes. She was an avid fan of UT sports, especially football. Go Vols! Mer was known for her endless generosity and incredible compassion. Her contagious smile and the light she radiated will never be extinguished. We will miss her very much. Meriwether was preceded in death by her father, Walter Klyce, sister, Karen Klyce, beloved niece, Rebecca Klyce and Brig’s father, Robert S. Stone Jr. She is survived by her loving partner, Tom Kerr; cherished mother, Esther Pearson of Memphis; brother, Brig and Ellen Klyce and their family, Polly and Robbie Pennoyer, Victoria Pennoyer and Walter Klyce; sister, Virginia and John Minervini and their sons, John Minervini, David Minervini and Henry Minervini. Meriwether is also survived by her devoted son, Brig Stone; daughter-in-law, Mindy Stone, and their children, Parker Stone and Addy Stone. She will be forever loved by all of her extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 1, at Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church, 3700 Keowee Avenue SW, Knoxville, TN 37919. The Rev. Dr. L. Holton Siegling, Jr. will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Salvation Army or Volunteers of America. Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel, 11915 Kingston Pike is serving the family of Meriwether Klyce.

Dick Koehn ('58) [Posted January 23, 2012] - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, January 23, 2012:

Texas, Flower Mound - Richard Pierce “Dick” Koehn II, 71, of Flower Mound, Texas, passed away Friday, January 20, 2012, at his home. Born August 16, 1940, in Sioux Falls, SD, he graduated from East High School in Memphis, TN, where he was Senior Class President. He graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX, where he met Mary Tarver, his wife of 49 years. While attending SMU he was President of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. After graduating, he moved to Memphis, where he began his career with New York Life Insurance Company. He received his CLU designation with New York Life and was a member of the Million Dollar Round Table. He received many awards and accolades during his career and was known for his generosity and integrity. While having a successful career, Dick was deeply devoted to his family and his church. Before moving to Flower Mound in 2009 to be near family, he and Mary Tarver enjoyed retirement in Gulf Shores, AL. At Gulf Shores United Methodist Church, he was chairman of the witness committee, a member of the finance committee, and a member of the church council. He leaves his wife, Mary Tarver Stevenson Koehn; two daughters, Kathryn Virginia Koehn Muskat and her husband, Walter, of Barrington, IL, and Kimberly Pierce Koehn Crawford and her husband, Darren, of Flower Mound, TX; three grandchildren, Kelly Kathryn Muskat, Conner Pierce Crawford, and Kathryn Louise Crawford. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24, at Trietsch MemorialUnited Methodist Church, 6101 Morris Road, Flower Mound, TX, with Rev. Joe Shafer officiating. The family will receive visitors from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, January 23, at Flower Mound Family Funeral Home, 3550 Firewheel Drive, Flower Mound, TX. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Gulf Shores United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 374, Gulf Shores, AL, 36547 and/or Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church, 6101 Morris Road, Flower Mound, TX 75028. Flower Mound Family Funeral Home 972-691-2802

Larry Kraft ('68) [Posted September 16, 2002 - From the Commercial Appeal, Memphis, August 10, 1973:

6 Young Men Die in Car Wrecks
. . . and 4 men died yesterday morning [August 9, 1973] when their car struck a tree near the Mid-South fairgrounds. . .
The 4 men were killed about 3am when thier car smashed into an oak tree at Central and Buntyn.
Police said John Lawrence 'Larry' Kraft, 22, of 348 Lundee Place, the tennis pro at Colonial Country Club, was driving his car west on Central when the accident occurred.
Also killed were Dennis Dowda, 26, of 226 S. Cleveland, Richard David Campbell, 20, a Memphis State University student from Little Rock, and Michael S. Ruelius, 21, an MSU student from Dillsburgh, PA.
Officers said it was possible Mr. Kraft went to sleep and failed to make the curve. They estimated the car was traveling 40 miles per hour when it smashed into the oak tree.
Mr. Kraft, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Kraft Jr. of Memphis, had been graduated from MSU in December with a degree in education.
His father had been tennis pro at Memphis Country Club for 20 years, and club pro at Colonial Country Club from 1964 to 1969. The younger Kraft served as an assistant to his father during the 5 years, and succeeded his father as club pro in 1969.
Mr. Kraft said he did not know where his son had been or where he was going when the accident occurred. . .
Mass for Mr. Kraft will be at 11 a.m. today [August 10, 1973] at the Cathederal of Immaculate Conception with burial in Clavery Cemetery. Memphis Funeral Home on Union has charge.
He also leaves his wife, Mrs. Virginia Kraft; a son, John F. Kraft; and a sister, Mrs. Madeline Seabrook, all of Memphis.

Dorothy Burns Krause [July 2, 1999] - All those who knew her will be saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Krause, who was the librarian at East High from about 1958 to 1968.

DOROTHY BURNS KRAUSE, 95, of Memphis, retired teacher and librarian at East High School, died of heart failure June 23 [1999] at Bright Glade Convalescent Center. Services were Monday at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. Canale Funeral Directors had local charge. She was a communicant of St. Anne's Catholic Church, was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Honorary Educational Sorority, and Tennessee PEO Sisterhood Chapter F. Mrs. Krause, the widow of Arlington C. Krause, leaves two daughters, Marian Krause Smith of Germantown and Constance Krause Colby of Lake Bluff, Ill., and four grandchildren.
Commercial Appeal, Memphis, July 2, 1999

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Eric Laird ('81) [posted February 23, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal, February 23, 2007:

ERIC D. LAIRD, SR., 43, of Memphis, died February 15, 2007 at Methodist North Hospital. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Monday, February 26, and funeral services will be at 12 p.m. Tuesday, February 27 at N. H. Owens & Son Funeral Home. Burial in New Park Cemetery. He leaves a son, Eric D. Laird, Jr.; his parents, Yvonne Patricia Laird and Jessie J. Laird; a sister, Gwenese Nichols; and a brother, Andre J. Laird.

Bobby Lancaster ('55) [posted July 7, 2019] from The Commercial Appeal, June 22, 2019:

Sevierville - Robert Chapman Lancaster (Lanny), 82 years old, of Sevierville, TN passed away at home on June 20th, 2019, following a brief illness. A cremation service will be held at Atchley Funeral Home in Pigeon Forge, TN. Ron Russell, chaplain with University of TN Hospice, will be officiating at a brief service. Burial and graveside services will follow the funeral at Elmwood Cemetery in Blytheville, Arkansas. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Atchley Funeral Home of Sevierville, TN and Cobb Funeral Home of Blytheville, Arkansas. Robert Chapman Lancaster was born in Blytheville on April 10, 1937. He graduated from Memphis High School. Robert served in the military during the Korean Conflict. He retired from a career in hotel and restaurant services in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Anchorage, Alaska. Robert married Wanda Sztukowska on December 16, 1970 and they were married 48 years. He enjoyed traveling, music and was an old movie and car buff. He was the kindest person with a big heart who would give his last dime to someone he felt was more in need. Robert is survived by his wife, Wanda Lancaster, his sister, Lou Ellen Johnson of Memphis, nieces, nephews, and many dear lifelong friends. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Charles Lancaster and Effie Chapman Lancaster, his step-mother, Evelyn Lancaster, his dear aunt, Edna Pearl Chapman, and loving grandparents, Ellen Yarbro Chapman and Khan Wooten Chapman. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to a favorite charity including Doctors Without Borders, The Southern Poverty Law Center and Amnesty International. The family of Robert Chapman Lancaster wishes to thank friends and family whose prayers are so important. Online condolences can be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com.

Bootsie Lane ('55) [posted February 9, 2018] obituary provided by family:

     Lucile, better known as "Bootsie," Floyd died Wednesday, October 18, 2017, in Longview, Texas at the age of 80. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Hunter Lane, Sr., of Memphis, TN. She was predeceased by her parents, by her husband, Alfred Floyd, Jr., and by her son Alfred Floyd, III. She is survived by her daughters Barrow Mitchell, Lucile Latimer, Camille Stevens, and a wonderful group of loving grandchildren.
      Bootsie was born in and grew up in Memphis, but moved to Texas decades ago. She was a people person who dearly loved her buddies from East High School and Vanderbilt, her Texas neighbors and close friends, and her family. A woman of strong character and unwavering faith in her Lord, she was encouraging and caring. She was creative and current and always brought a sense of fun and adventure to every gathering. We will all miss her greatly.
      A memorial service celebrating Bootsie’s life was held at her beloved Simonton Community Church on October 28, 2017.

Nancy Langdon ('60) [posted September 15, 2006]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 15, 2006:

NANCY L. FLETCHER, 64, of Memphis, died Wednesday, September 13, 2006 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. She was a retired loan officer with Union Planters Bank. She was on the Board of Directors for Friends for Life and a passionate volunteer that devoted her life to those infected and affected with HIV/AIDS; she was also a constant volunteer with MIFA, committed to helping those less fortunate. Further, she was employed and volunteered with the Eastwood Animal Clinic and was always an avid animal lover. She was also a member of Christ United Methodist Church as well as a wonderful mother and faithful to her host of friends. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Martin and Deborah Fletcher of Memphis. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, September 17, 2006 and services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, September 18 at High Point Funeral Chapel. Interment to follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friends for Life. Arrangements by: High Point Funeral Chapel.

Bobby Lawson ('67) [posted June 8, 2021]
Provided by the family:

     Robert King “Bobby” Lawson Class 1967 dies at 74; remembered as a loyal friend and devoted fan of University of Memphis basketball.
      Bobby Lawson died Sunday, May 30, from complications due to diabetes. Born April 10, 1947, he was 74. A graduate of East High School, he attended University of Memphis.
      He was the son of Weston G. Lawson and Virginia King Lawson, both deceased.
      Bobby is survived by leaves the following siblings: sister Victoria Lee Lawson Class of 1963 Hendrickson and her husband, Dyke C. Hendrickson, of Newburyport, MA.; Weston G. “Wes” Lawson Jr Class of 1968 of Olive Branch, MS., and his wife, Rose Marie Lawson (Manning) Class 0f 1973, of Olive Branch, MS; and Melissa Lawson Galloway of Memphis.
      Nieces and nephews include Victoria Leslie Hendrickson Janca and husband Andi, of New York City; Drew Carter Hendrickson and wife Natalia Martinez, great nephew, Nico Hendrickson-Martinez, of Somerville, MA; Weston G. “Trey” Lawson III and his wife Rachel Levin of Olive Branch, MS.; Phillip Lawson and his wife Laura Lawson of Olive Branch, MS.,and Chandler Pearce, of Memphis.
      He was a beloved family member and friend, raconteur, cook, art enthusiast, and a country-music and soul-music fan.  Bobby spent much of his career as operations manager for the M. Palazola Produce Co. in Memphis.
      He was a devoted follower of the University of Memphis sports teams, especially basketball.  Bobby often commented, “The Tigers basketball team is good this year, but we’ve got some great recruits coming in. We’ll be really great next year.”
      He was a “Jeopardy” addict who accepted no calls during the program. He was also a regular viewer of in watching the CBS “Sunday Morning” show.
      One of Bobby’s avocations was cooking barbeque for family celebrations. He once trucked out a cooking unit and many pounds of pork to Santa Fe, New Mexico, to celebrate the college graduation of his niece, Leslie.
      When he married, he chartered a paddle boat-wheeler and revelled at the twilight reception on the Mississippi. A post-reception party was held at the Heartbreak Hotel restaurant, now closed. It was said, not in jest, that he once owned 200 ball caps. Bobby was an avid decorator for both Halloween handing out enough candy to put Hersey’s up a point or two. And at Christmas, he had enough lights and singing snowmen to threaten he East Memphis power grid in the process. He also gave out dozens of pumpkins, Texas ruby red grapefruits and poinsettias for the holidays.
       Bobby was a loyal and dedicated Memphian who would do anything for a friend or family member. He leaves scores of friends and work colleagues in the Memphis area.
       “Bobby was the greatest friend and supporter,” said a long-time friend. “He never took advantage of anyone. He just tried to help.”
      Memorial Services have not been finalized. The family asks for no flowers. Donations in Bobby’s name can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis and Warhorses for Heroes program in Olive Branch, Miss.

Wes Lawson ('68) [posted May 13, 2022], from The Commercial Appeal, May 12, 2022:

     Weston "Wes" Galloway Lawson Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep after a lengthy battle with cancer on May 5, 2022. He was 72.
      Wes was born October 12, 1949. He attended Grahamwood Elementary, graduated from East High School (68) then attended Memphis State University. He joined the Naval Reserve from 1968 to 1974 and was activated in 1969 where he served 18 months active duty as an aircraft mechanic on the USS Intrepid. He often spoke of his time in the Navy. He returned home to Memphis where he took a job at Kisber Auto Parts. Wes earned the name "Super Wes" because of his uncanny memory of auto part numbers.
      In 1976 he married the love of his life, Rose Marie Manning Lawson, and in 1977 together they started Oak View Stables in Germantown, TN, later moving the business to Olive Branch, MS where they resided. Wes was a family man and was thrilled to welcome the recent arrival of his first grandchild.
      He continued to work in the auto parts business until 1981 when he began selling industrial machinery, working for AIM, Griffon, then Kaiser Inc. In 2006 he became more involved in the horse industry, announcing at shows and devoting his time to OVS Horse Transport.
      Wes never met a stranger and always had a joke or two to share. He became a friend, father, uncle, or grandfather figure to many. He was loved by all. Wes was always helping others, even in death as he donated his body to the University of TN Health Science Center.
      He was preceded in death by his parents, Weston Galloway Lawson Sr. and Virginia King Lawson, a sister, Mimi Lawson, and a brother, Robert King Lawson ['67].
      He is survived by his wife, Rose Marie [Manning], son, Weston "Trey" Lawson III (Rachel) and son, Phillip Lawson (Laura) and granddaughter, Aria Marie all of Olive Branch, MS. Two sisters, Victoria [Lawson ('63)] Hendrickson (Dyke) of Newbury Port, MA and Melissa Galloway of Memphis, TN. Wes also leaves many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends across the country.
      A celebration of life will be held in the fall that will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to WarHorses for Heroes, St Jude Children's Research Hospital or the charity of one's choice.

Paul Lazarov ('52) [posted December 23, 2016]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 22, 2016:

     Paul Gilbert Lazarov died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on December 20, 2016, after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was born to Sarah and Joe Lazarov in Memphis, TN on September 5, 1934.
     He was in the second graduating class of East High School, and attended The University of Alabama. He served his country overseas as a MP in the United States Army. Upon returning to Memphis he met and married Suzanne Shainberg to whom he remained happily married for 58 years.
     He was a buyer for Shainberg's Department Stores. Later he worked with his father and brother at Lazarov Realty and Construction Company. He was a volunteer with the Shelby County Rescue Squad. He was a member of the Memphis Jewish Community Center, Temple Israel, Beth Sholom, and Anshei Sphard Beth El Emmeth congregations.
     He was an avid outdoorsman. He was happiest in the duck blind or fishing with his children and grandchildren and his beloved dog, Buckie. He enjoyed tying flies, designing duck and turkey calls, painting, and growing tomatoes.
     He was preceded in death by his parents, Sara and Joe Lazarov; his sister LaVerne Siskin, brother, Alvin (Buddy) Lazarov. He is survived by his loving wife, Suzanne Lazarov; sisters-in-law, Joyce Lazarov and Barbara Shainberg; children, Dr. Stuart Lazarov (Debra), Jill Notowich (Scott), Craig Lazarov (Eve); grandchildren, Benjamin Lazarov (Danielle), Ellee Breit (Matt), Lindsey Lazarov, Joey, Samantha and Deena Notowich, Matthew, Harper and Jack Lazarov; and great-grandchild Ryan Breit.
     He was raised during a different era, where large extended families lived together under one roof. This upbringing instilled within him a love of family that was obvious to all who had the honor of knowing him. He was wealthy beyond monetary means. He cherished the family he created, and the friends he had-- A life well lived.
     Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 22, 2016 in the Danziger Chapel at Temple Israel, 1376 E. Massey Rd., with burial to follow in Temple Israel Cemetery.
     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to West Cancer Center, The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society . Donations of blood or platelets are always needed and appreciated.

Don Joel Leachman ('54) [posted January 14, 2018]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 14,2018:

     Don Joel Leachman of Memphis, TN, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and father-in-law passed away on January 11, 2018 after a life filled with love and happiness.
      Don was born in Greenville, MS on May 10, 1936 to the late Jack and Bettye Leachman.
      Don graduated from East High School in Memphis. After marrying the love of his life, Dorothy McAmis Leachman on December 27, 1955, Don served in the U.S. Army in Luxembourg, taking Dot with him. Upon leaving the Army, Don was an accomplished electrician and mechanic, being a valued employee at any position he held. In 1980, he struck out on his own, starting Don Leachman Scale Service. His sterling reputation as an honest, hardworking, intelligent scale mechanic stands to this day.
      Don is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Dot, and two children, Donna (Mark) Wade, and Deborah (Jeff) Slawson, and grandchildren, Kimberly Nicole (Matt) Harder, and Douglas Joel Slawson. Additionally, Don is survived by his sister, Manie Leachman Fitzgerald, and brother, Earnie Leachman, and many loving nieces and nephews. A memorial service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.

Josephine Kalb Learned ('61 and Faculty) [posted July 27, 2022]
From The Daily Memphian, April 29, 2022:

     Josephine Kalb Learned Jr. passed away April 12, 2022, in Sarasota, Florida. She was born February 27, 1943, in Memphis, TN. Jo attended Hutchison School, East High, Queens College, BA and Memphis State University, MAT and MA. Her 35-year teaching career took her to the American School in Guatemala and the University of Cuenca in Ecuador. She designed and built a summer home in Quito, Ecuador where she spent many summer breaks from her teaching jobs at East, Westside, Lester, Bellevue Jr., and the Keel School for Girls in Memphis. She taught English, Spanish and Geography.
      Her quick wit and sense of humor along with an infectious laugh will be greatly missed.
      She leaves her sister, Judith Lynn Shannon of Sarasota, nephews Capt. Lee H. Shannon USN (Kira), Andrew W. Shannon, Jonathan S. Shannon (Kelly); grandnieces Evelyn and Erving and grandnephew, Taran Lee. She was preceded by her mother Josephine K. Learned and her beloved South American parrot, Stanley. Memorials may be sent to Church Health Center of Memphis.
      Her cremains were buried in Elmwood Cemetery. Per her wishes, a celebration of her life will be held for rowdy friends at Central Barbecue on Summer Ave. Saturday, May 7, at 2:30 p.m. (Look for balloons and the scent of BBQ nachos).

Kittie Leming ('54) [posted December 15, 2022] From Daily Memphian, December 14, 2022:

     Coleen "Kittie" Leming Daniel, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2022.
      She was born May 7, 1936, in Memphis. Tennessee to Joseph Elmer and Katherine Charlotte Leming. She is survived by sons Allen Street of Houston, TX and Lee Street and wife Tracie of Bartlett, TN, and Grandchildren Heidi and Nathan Street.
      She is preceded in death by her loving Husband Latham P. "Dan" Daniel, and dear Mother Katherine Charlotte Leming.
      Kittie grew up in the Highland / University of Memphis area of Memphis, which was East Memphis at the time. As a small child during WWII, she participated in scrap metal and rubber drives for the war effort. She attended elementary school and Training Junior High School in the neighborhood. She graduated from East High School in Memphis in 1955.
      Kittie worked in retail at several department stores during High School. Post-graduation from East High, she worked for International Harvester. She raised her two sons as a homemaker. Afterwards she began working in the HVAC industry in Administrative and Bookkeeping roles. She retired from Mills, Wilson, George June 19, 2008.

Linda Lerner ('64) [posted May 14, 2019]
From The Commercial Appeal, May 9, 2019:

     Germantown - Linda Lerner Bernstein, 72, died Tuesday morning, May 7, 2019, in Germantown, Tennessee, surrounded by her children. She was born in Memphis and lived in Memphis and Germantown her whole life. Ms. Bernstein attended Sophie Newcomb College, a part of Tulane University. She was a member of Temple Israel, and a life member of the National Council of Jewish Women, where she served as Vice President, Memphis Section. She enjoyed cooking and especially baking, and loved spending time with her friends and family.
      She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Wurzburg Lerner, and her father, Syd M. Lerner, Jr. She leaves behind two children, Todd Bernstein (Karen) and Karen Bernstein Cooper (Phil); four grandchildren, Dylan and Maddie Cooper, and Jake and Drew Bernstein; and a brother and sister-in-law, Syd [Lerner ('66)] and Lauren Lerner.
      The family would especially like to thank the amazing doctors and nurses at the ICU at Germantown Methodist LeBonheur Hospital who cared for her and her family with kindness and compassion, as well as the lovely staff at Brookdale Dogwood Creek, who helped make the last year of her life one of her happiest. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association or the Mid-South Food Bank. Funeral services will be private.

Bob Leggett ('73) [posted May 15, 2006]
From The Commercial Appeal, May 13, 2006:

ROBERT M. LEGGETT, 51, of Memphis, sales rep for Hardin Sysco, died May 10, 2006. Service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 13 at St. Therese Catholic Church. He leaves his wife, Margaret Leggett; a daughter, Kate Leggett; a son, Bradley Leggett; and a brother, Dr. Andrew Calhoun of Eads, TN.

Ken Levi ('71) [posted November 27, 2024]
From The Daily Memphian, October 23, 2024:

      Kenneth Myers Levi passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.
      He was born to Esther and Malcolm Levi on July 4, 1953 in Memphis, Tennessee.
      Ken spent his childhood summers in Maine attending Camp Kennebec, which is where he found his passion for swimming. He graduated from East High School in Memphis and went on to graduate from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia.
      Ken was a lifelong fan of all things baseball, specifically the St. Louis Cardinals. In recent years, he dubbed himself "The Mayor of High Point" and regularly spent his afternoons greeting passersby and making friends with all of the neighborhood dogs.
      Ken was proceeded in death by his parents Malcolm and Esther Levi and his brother Malcolm Levi, Jr. [(associated with the Class of '65)]. He is survived by his son, Jordan Levi and daughter, Cara Levi.
      A funeral service will take place at the Levy-Cooper Chapel at Temple Israel Cemetery, 1708 Hernando Road on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 1:30 PM.
      In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ken's memory to Temple Israel or the charity of your choice.

Malcolm Levi (associated with the Class of '65) [posted August 6, 2021]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 6, 2021:

     Malcolm Levi, Jr.       Memphis - Born Dec 10,1947- Passed August 1, 2021
      Malcolm Levi was a true son of Memphis. He was a businessman and a restraunteur. An entrepreneur and a patron to the arts. He was a philanthropist with his resources,
      His love and his time. He was truly selfless and unique in character and soul. Son of Esther and Malcolm, brother to Barbara [Levi ('63)] and Kenneth [Levi ('71)], father to Philip, grandfather to Hudson Levi. He was born in the winter of 1947 and passed peacefully in his sleep on a warm summer evening, August 1st 2021.
      He will live on forever in our souls our memories and our families. A celebration of his life will be held at the Levitt Shell From 9am-11am Thursday August 5th.
      Please make any donations in his name to the Levitt Shell.

Brian Lewis ('56) [posted January 17, 2004]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 17, 2004:

BRIAN FRANKLIN LEWIS, 67, of Collierville, saw smith and retired manager for Tennessee Saw & Knife Co., died Thursday in Collierville. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, where he was a member. Bartlett Funeral Home has charge. He was a former president of Goodlett Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association, graduate of East High School, basketball and baseball coach for St. Anne Catholic School and Pendleton Athletic Association, former member of Memphis City Principals Advisory Committee, and coach of the 1995 PeeWee baseball champions. Mr. Lewis, the husband of Becky Gabehart Lewis, also leaves three daughters, Cathy Nolan, Kelly Cox and Laurie Beck, all of Memphis; three sisters, Marilyn Stewart of Memphis, Barbara Patterson of Cordova and Rosemary Lawrence of Woodstock, Ga., five grandchildren and a great-grandchild. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the American Heart Association.

Don Lewis ('60) [posted November 25, 2006]
From The Commercial Appeal, November 25, 2006:

EVERETT DON LEWIS, 64, passed away November 23, 2006 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. Mr. Lewis, the son of the late Julius and Estelle Lewis, was born in Memphis, September 22, 1942. He graduated from East High School and the University of Illinois with a B. A. in Marketing. He leaves his devoted wife of thirty-eight years, Kaye G.[Goldsmith] Lewis ['65]; his loving children, Jeffrey David Lewis and wife,Sarah, Laurie Lewis Shapiro and husband, Jonathan; the absolute delight of his eyes and heart, six grandchildren, Jessica Lewis, Julia Shapiro, Rebecca Lewis, Max Shapiro, Eli Lewis, and Ella Shapiro. Mr. Lewis also leaves his sister, Ann [Lewis] Figura ['64] and Roger; his aunt, Helen Hanover and J. Alan Hanover; of blessed memory, his cousins, Jody and Danny Becker, Brad, Barry, John and Sherry Hanover. Mr. Lewis was President of Lewis Auto Glass, served on the Board of the National Glass Association, and was President of the Memphis Glass Dealers Association. Mr. Lewis was a member of Temple Israel and its Brotherhood. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m., Sunday, November 26 in the Temple Israel Cemetery. Any donations may be sent to Temple Israel or the charity of the donor's choice.

Kip Lichterman ('67) [posted September 24, 2015]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 24, 2015:

Herbert Henry "Kip" Lichterman, Jr., 66 years old, a life-long Memphian, passed away of a sudden heart attack on Yom Kippur Eve, September 22, 2015. He was born on Yom Kippur in 1948 to Annette and Herbert Henry Lichterman, Sr., who preceded Kip in death. Kip was the proud, adoring, and loving father of Bailey and Jason Baiel, Lauren Lichterman, Sarah Lichterman, and his German Shepard, Max; devoted brother of Ira and Jan Lichterman; Lynne (Lichterman) and Mark Wolf; and Barry Lichterman; the beloved nephew of Phyllis Tamm; the cherished cousin of Laurie Tamm; and the fun-loving Uncle Kip to Lisa Lichterman, Wendy and Roger Rhodes, Kimberly and David Carlson, Jonathan and Mandy Wolf, Matthew and Chanda Wolf, Blake Lichterman, Jillian Lichterman, Sarah Hunter and Henry Simanson, Luke and Cole Carlson, and Michael and Abraham Wolf. Kip will be much missed by his girls, his “band of brothers,” and the vast extended Lichterman-Loewenberg family, cousins, and many friends. After graduating from East High School and attending The University of Tennessee, Kip worked for decades running the family business, Lichterman Shoe Company, before starting his own property management company, Lichterman Properties, Inc. He was also dedicated to selflessly serving many community organizations, most notably the Harwood Center, a non-profit center for early childhood education for children with special needs. He served on the board for many years in several different roles including president and vice president. In addition, he was an avid supporter of the Lichterman Nature Center and the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. Throughout his life, Kip also enjoyed hanging with his girls, cracking corny jokes, golfing, grilling, cooking chili, playing the harmonica, and fishing as precious opportunities to spend time with family and friends. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Thursday, September 24, at the Levy-Cooper Chapel in Temple Israel Cemetery (1708 Hernando Road, Memphis, TN 38106.) Friends are warmly invited to join Kip's family at the home of Ira and Jan Lichterman (2318 Turpins Glen, Germantown, TN 38138), on September 24 following the service until 8 p.m., and on September 25, from 12 to 4 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to The Harwood Center, 711 Jefferson Ave., Memphis, TN 38105, or The Lichterman Nature Center, c/o Memphis Museums Inc. Philanthropy Department, 3050 Central, Memphis, TN 38111.

Hal Liebenrood (class association undetermined) [posted July 26, 2013]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 17, 2013:

Harold Roy Liebenrood, Jr., 67, of Memphis, died peacefully on June 14, 2013 with family by his side. Hal was a son, brother, soldier, father and grandfather. He attended East High School, University of Tennessee, and received his degree from Memphis State University. He served with the Big Red One in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He worked for the Commercial Appeal in Advertising Sales. He was a life long member of First United Methodist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents Harold R. Liebenrood, Sr., and Mary Katherine Black Liebenrood. He leaves his children; Kelly Renee (Luis) DelCid of Troy, Ohio, Trey Liebenrood, of Collierville, and Mary Ann (Scott) McCormick, of Cordova; grandchildren, Alex DelCid, Ben DelCid, Gracie DelCid, Savannah Liebenrood, Jake Liebenrood, Sydney McCormick and Scott McCormick; sisters, Marilyn (Marshall) L. Williams of Westerville, Ohio and Lisa L[iebenrood ('71)]. Parker of Germantown and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Hal enjoyed the simple pleasures in life; fishing, golf, loved University of Memphis basketball and New Orleans Saints football.
Celebration of life services are pending at the West TN Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to be sent to First United Methodist Church, 204 N. 2nd, St., Mphs, 38103 or to the VA Hospital, MICU unit, 1030 Jefferson Ave., Mphs, 38104.

Jenny Lind ('69) [posted January 23, 2017]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 22, 2017:

Jennifer Lind Midboe Perreault age 65, lost her battle with cancer on December 22, 2016 in Huntsville, Alabama. She leaves behind her loving husband of over 30 years, Lawrence "Larry" Perreault, two children, Matthew Lind Midboe and Amanda Marie Midboe, and two grandchildren, Emily Josephine Freeland and Sadie Amelia Rose Midboe. Jennifer is also survived by two sisters, Theresa [Lind ('64)] McAbee and Maggie Lind. Born to the late Sadie Elizabeth Barber and the late Robert James Lind she was a true native of Memphis and never lost her love of the city or its charms. The friendships she established in Memphis were lifelong and cherished. Much of her early life centered on St. Johns Episcopal Church where she confirmed her faith and eventually where she married her first husband, Donald Midboe. Jennifer and her family moved several times eventually ending up in Huntsville. After the untimely death of her first husband, Jennifer devoted herself to her family and a successful career in real estate. A tireless leader, she served as President of the Huntsville Board of REALTORS and the Multiple Listing Service and was instrumental in the computerization of the MLS. She served as a Director, member and chair for numerous professional committees and panels and was recognized in 1999 as REALTOR of the Year. She was also presented with the REALTOR Active in Politics award for her successful lobbying for passage of Alabama's Fair Housing legislation. Early in her real estate career she met and married Larry, thereby gaining three step-sons and eventually eight grandchildren. Jennifer loved her extended family. Her positive attitude, compassion, and exceptional knowledge will be sorely missed. There will be a public visitation Thursday, January 26, 2017 beginning at 1:30 pm at St. Johns Episcopal Church at the corner of Central Avenue and S Greer Street. Visitation will be followed by a memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Virginia Litton (class year association undetermined) [posted December 12, 2017]
From The Commercial Appeal, December 7, 2017:

Virginia Litton Keenan, born June 23, 1933, passed away December 5, 2017 at The Gardens of Germantown Memory Care after an extended battle with Alzheimer's. She was a lifelong resident of Memphis, a child of her loving parents, Harvey Cole and Edna McMichael Litton. Virginia attended Humes and East High Schools and upon graduation, also attended Memphis State University. She became a homemaker and raised four children and later pursued a successful career in real estate, where she was known as a hardworking, fair and considerate Realtor. Her intelligence, beautiful smile and friendly manners endeared her to all that knew her. Raised a Baptist, she later became active in the Presbyterian Church including, First Presbyterian, Idlewild Presbyterian and Raleigh Presbyterian. Virginia was also active in various civic endeavors including scouting, Kiwanis and Kings Daughters and Sons. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Cole W. Litton and sister, Frances Higgins. She is survived by her husband, Larry Keenan; children, Cheryl Henson, John Crabb, Jim Crabb and Will Crabb (Elisabeth); grandchildren, Hope and Andrew Henson and great-granddaughter, Scarlett Henson. We are grateful to God for his precious gift of Virginia's life. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Friday, December 8 and her funeral service be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 9, all at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery.

Denny Livaudais ('63) [posted August 13, 2020]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 7, 2020:

     Rossville - Guernsey Denison "Denny" Livaudais Jr., 75, of Rossville [Georgia], formerly Memphis, TN, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020. Denny was born May 9, 1945 in Memphis, TN to the late Guernsey Sr. and Hilda Duncan Livaudais.
      Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years Linda Livaudais; children, Cord Livaudais of Cleveland School, NC and Jennifer Brackett of Chattanooga, TN; sister, Louise Fore of Greenville, SC; 4 grandchildren.
      Denny grew up in Memphis and attended East High School ('63), then went on to receive a BS in Civil Engineering from Christian Brothers College ('68). He then completed Master's work in Civil Engineering at the University of Virginia and Georgia Tech University.
      Throughout Denny's career he was instrumental in the construction of hundreds of Hotels, Office Buildings, and Hospitals. He also helped to create the face of Memphis, especially around the intersection of Poplar Ave and I-240, where he was involved is several of the buildings that dot the skyline in this area. These include the iconic Omni Hotel (now Hilton Memphis), the Mausoleum at Memorial Park, and Holiday Inn East (now Marriot Memphis East.
      His construction legacy was not limited to Memphis, but is scattered all over the USA and abroad. Some of his more notable works include" Crowne Plaza in Times Square New York, Harrah's Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Holiday IN Resort in Freeport, Grand Bahamas, Little Rock Hotel & Convention Center, Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center, and Target House- St Jude in Memphis.
      Memorial services will be at Heritage Funeral Home in Ft. Oglethorpe, GA at 3 PM, Friday September 11 in the funeral home chapel.
      View www.heritagebattlefield.com to share condolences with the family.
      Family will receive friends 1-3 PM, Friday at Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Rick Livaudais ('66) [posted September 25, 2020]
From USGenWeb Archives:

Richard Frank Livaudais, A Bond Trader For American Municipal Securities, Died Sunday [May 17, 1998] Of Complications From Surgery At Bayfront Medical Center In St. Petersburg, Fla. He Was 49. Mr. Livaudais Was Born In Little Rock, Ark., And Lived In New Orleans For Two Years And In St. Petersburg For The Past Five Years. He Worked For Various Bond And Securities Companies For 30 Years. He Was An Army Veteran. Survivors Include A Daughter, Chelsea Nichol Livaudais Of Destin, Fla.; Two Brothers, West Livaudais ['61] Of Kennewick, Wash., And Paul Livaudais [class association undetermined] Of Daytona Beach, Fla.; And A Sister, Michele L. Dmytryk Of Palm Coast, Fla. A Memorial Service Was Held Tuesday At St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church In South St. Petersburg. John S. Rhodes Funeral Home In St. Petersburg Handled Arrangements. 05-21-1998

Judy Lloyd ('64) [posted January 6, 2017]
From the Chicago Tribune Media Group, February 7, 2016:

Born July 12, 1946 in Memphis, TN; at rest February 3, 2016, Chicago, IL. Beloved wife of George Klauba; loving stepmother of Gina Klauba. Devoted sister of Susannah Lloyd ['59] (John Boland). Daughter of the late Lewis B. and Maurine M. (Miller) Lloyd. Cousin of William Flodin. With a BA and MA in Fine Art and Photography from the University of Iowa, Judith taught photography at Loyola University and worked for a variety of commercial photographers. She also was an accomplished author and worked for Spectator magazine. Judith started at the Illinois State Museum Chicago Gallery in 1989 and gave 23 years of outstanding contributions to the museum's exhibition and educational programs. She curated nine exhibitions, three of which (Grammar of Landscape, Luminous Ground, and The Flowering: African-American Artists and Friends at the South Side Community Arts Center) were hailed as the top five or 10 shows of their years by the Chicago press. Judith's wonderful writing and editing skills enhanced the museum's exhibitions and publications. She retired as an Associate Curator in 2012. A world traveler, Judith was also an avid photographer and writer, a voracious reader and a fantastic cook. She had a love of animals, especially cats, and had many feline companions that shared her life. The Mississippi River and art of all kinds were brilliant continuing threads throughout her life. She was always sharing her passion and joy for all things art with others. Private cremation at Drake & Son Funeral Home. Memorial service tbd in the near future. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society or Treehouse Humane Society.

Linda Lloyd ('57) [posted February 22, 2009]
From The Commercial Appeal, February 22, 2009:

Linda Lloyd Harwood, 69, left her loving family on February 20, 2009. She was a courageous warrior in the horrible battle against lung cancer. She passed peacefully knowing she would live forever with Jesus Christ. For those who were touched by Linda or Peppy as her grandchildren called her, life was full of love. Peppy's passions included her family, friends and her cabin in Hardy, Arkansas. She was also quite an accomplished cook. Whoever she was with, or wherever she was, delicious food always played a part. She loved to entertain, and was always the life of the party. Linda had so many great friends and wonderful stories to tell. She would want all her friends to know how much they meant to her and how, in her final days, she cherished all the special memories she had. The world will be a different place without her. We all have lost an exceptional person, but what we have lost, heaven has gained. Linda was preceded in death by her loving parents Dorothy "Dee" Lloyd and Robert "Big Bobby" Lloyd. She leaves her sister Peggy Lloyd Monger [class year association undetermined] and her brother-in-law Ralph Monger, Jr., She also leaves her two sons Alston Boyd Wade, III and Robert (Bobby) Baldwin Wade; her daughter-in-law Helen France Wade and four grandchildren: Chaney and Larson Wade and Caroline and Bobby Wade. The family asks that memorials be made to the charity of your choice and they respectfully request that you please help someone you love quit smoking. Visitation will be at Memorial Park Funeral Home on Monday, February 23 from 5-7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Memorial Park on Tuesday, February 24 at 10 am.

Michael Lobbins ('95) [posted June 25, 2004]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 25, 2004:

MICHAEL DEWAYNE LOBBINS, 27, of Memphis, died Tuesday [June 22, 2004] at Methodist North Hospital. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday [June 29, 2004] at Martin Temple CME Church, where he was a member, with burial in New Park Cemetery. M. J. Edwards & Sons Funeral Home has charge. He leaves a daughter, Maya Lobbins; a son, Jarvis Lobbins; his mother, Beverly Foster, and his father, Andrew Lobbins, all of Memphis; a sister, Cecilia Williams of Texas; a brother, Antonio Foster, and his grandfather, Joe Foster, both of Memphis, and a companion with whom he lived, SaNice Macklin

Donna Locke ('59) [posted October 31, 2019]
From Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville, Flordia, April 4, 2019:

Donna L. McNees, 77, of Middleburg, FL passed away on March 30, 2019, in Fleming Island, FL from liver disease. She was born on April 4, 1941, to Claude Chason Locke and Charlye Scott Locke in Memphis, TN. Donna graduated from the University of Memphis (formerly Memphis State Univ.) with a bachelor's degree in Physical Education (1964) and a Master of Education in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (1973). She taught high school and middle school for over 30 years in Memphis, TN and Clay County, FL until retirement from the Clay County School District. She was known as "Mama Mac" to her students at Lakeside Jr. High. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Orange Park since 1986 and led her ladies' Sunday school class. Donna is survived by her son, Chris McNees, his wife, Catherine, and their son, Hunter of Fleming Island, FL; brother, Alvin Locke, and his wife, Virginia of Oklahoma City, OK; niece, Leslie Locke Anderson of Madison, MS; and nephew, Lance Locke of Leawood, KS. The family will receive friends between 3 and 5 PM, Monday, April 8, 2019, at First Baptist Church of Orange Park, 1140 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, FL, and the funeral services will be held 10 AM, Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at First Baptist Church of Orange Park. Burial will follow in Holly Hill Memorial Park in Middleburg, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Orange Park or the American Diabetes Assoc. Arrangements were made by HARDAGE-GIDDENS HOLLY HILL FUNERAL HOME, 3601 Old Jennings Rd, Middleburg, FL. Please post words of comfort at www.hollyhillfunerals.com.

Prior to her death, Donna Locke was a participant with our alumni page. The last profile she submitted may be read on the Class of 1959 page.

Gail Loeffel ('57) [posted January 6, 2006]
From The Commercial Appeal, January 6, 2006:

GAIL LOEFFEL STEELE, 66, of King City, OR, formerly of Germantown, retired financial officer for Tour Golf Group, died Saturday, December 31, 2006 (sic) [date should be December 31, 2005]. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, January 6 [2006] at Adams Chapel in River View Cemetery in Portland, OR. She was a graduate of East High School and the University of Tennessee with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, a member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church in Germantown and worked with the Habitat for Humanity in Memphis. Mrs. Steele, the wife of David L. Steele, also leaves a daughter, Beth Ann Steele; a son, Scott Steele, and a sister, Cary Smith. Memorials may be sent to OHSU Foundation Cancer Institute. River View Cemetery Funeral Home 503-246-6488

Joanne Loewenberg ('51) [posted July 2, 2018]
From The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, June 3, 2018:

     Joanne Loewenberg Markell, artist, loving mother and grandmother, devoted friend, generous spirit, died peacefully with her daughters by her side on April 29, 2018.
      Joanne was a voracious reader from a young age and particularly loved the Oz books, which she kept near for the rest of her life. She was always fascinated by stories of other worlds, such as those she glimpsed through mythology, fairy tales, dreams, art, music, and science fiction.
      After graduating from East High in 1951, she went to the University of Wisconsin, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Art in 1955; she also met and married Herman Markell there. After graduation and a stint in the Air Force, the couple returned to Memphis.
      Joanne continued her education at the Memphis Academy of Art. She created, collected, and supported art throughout her life.
      Enamel became her primary medium. Her works were populated by the mermaids, maidens, and unicorns that she had envisioned since childhood. She created wall pieces that featured removable brooches and necklaces. She also made jewelry using beads and found objects.
      She was a member of the founding Board of Directors of the National Ornamental Metal Museum. She was a trustee of the Art Academy and President of Art Today, a group that selected and purchased contemporary works for Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
      Joanne spent many happy hours tending the garden she created at her beloved East Hampton retreat. She surrounded herself with books, collected first editions, and served on the board of the Feminist Press. She appreciated cutting-edge design and filled her life with things she found beautiful. Her interest in signs and symbols grew into a passionate study of the works of Carl Jung.
      An art critic once wrote: "Mrs. Markell proves herself an exceptional artist and a remarkable craftsman…but most impressive is her delicate sense of beauty in life, a sensitive juxtaposition of the dreams of what we would like to see against the realities of what we know."
      Joanne was the daughter of philanthropists Ruth and William Loewenberg. She is survived by her daughters Alison Wetter (Jimmy), Jodie Markell, and Ilene Markell (Ben Lewis); two grandsons, William Wetter and Jasper Markell; her sister, Fredrika Felt (Joel) and brother, Skipper Loewenberg (Betty). She also leaves many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family wishes to thank all those who have lovingly taken care of her over the years, especially Elsa Guzman and Adlin Speidel.
      A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 8, 2018 at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
      In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Metal Museum or the Loewenberg College of Nursing.

Jimmy Lott ('56) [posted May 9, 2007]
From The Commercial Appeal, June 12, 1996:

JIMMIE L. LOTT JR., 57, of Memphis, courier, died Monday [June 10, 1996] at his home after a heart attack. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday [June 13, 1996] in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel has charge. He was a Vietnam War veteran of the Marines. He was a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and the British Music Hall of Fame. He played with Warren Smith, who was the originator of rockabilly music and was the first drummer to play and record with Elvis Presley. Mr. Lott. the husband of Linda L. Lott, also leaves three daughters, Hayley Melissa Lott Widmer, Constance Leah Lott Peppers and Jeanice Lynlee Lott, and a son, Martin Bradford Lott, all of Memphis; two sisters, Peggy Lott Tirmenstein of Dallas and Vicki Lott Growose of St. Paul. Minn. and a granddaughter.

Billy Love (associated with the Class of '56) [posted February 11, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, July 25, 2001:

BILLY DEWAYNE LOVE, 64, of Lakeland, co-owner/operator of Love's Feed Store, died of heart failure Tuesday at Memphis Veterans Medical Center. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a Korean War veteran, a communicant of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Bartlett and former member of Memphis Running Track Club. Mr. Love, the husband of Patricia Hashey Love, also leaves two daughters, Cynthia Love Rush of Lakeland and Susan Love Bourland of Bartlett; a son, Billy Dewayne Love Jr. of Crawfordsville, Ark.; his mother, Cora Eddie Love; a sister, Katie Love ['59] of Lakeland, and six grandchildren.

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Jim Macdonald ('68) ("Mim") [posted October 21, 2014] - From Mayes Ward-Dobbins Funeral Home:

James A. “Jim” Macdonald, age 64, of Marietta, GA, died on October 17, 2014 from pancreatic cancer.
Jim grew up in Memphis, TN, attended Auburn University on a Navy ROTC scholarship, and began a long career in the fleet fueling and bank card industry. He worked for Wright Express, now WEX, Inc., for the past 25 years in sales, product development, and as sales engineer. He was revered in his profession as a mentor, consummate professional, and true southern gentleman. Jim was an athlete and avid runner, participating in numerous 10K races, several Peachtree Road Races, and half-marathons. A devoted technophile, Jim always surrounded himself with multiple computers and gadgets and was quick to provide technical assistance to friends and family. Jim was known for his encyclopedic knowledge of birds, his love of sports cars, and his hobbies of hiking and photography.
Jim is survived by his wife of 41 years, Ingrid; son, Ian Macdonald and wife, Carly of Lilburn, GA; daughter, Tigh Rotunno and husband, Andrew of Flowery Branch, GA; grandchildren, Mya and Vincent Rotunno; brother, Don Macdonald and wife, Maryanne of Memphis, TN; sister, Ann Hultz and husband, Don of Millington, TN; nephews and nieces, and many in-laws. He is predeceased by parents, James C. and Elizabeth Macdonald of Memphis, TN.
A Memorial Service celebrating Jim's life will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Marietta Alliance Church, 1787 E. Piedmont Rd, Marietta, GA 30062. Visitation will take place from 12:15 – 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Jim A. Macdonald may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, www.pancan.org.
Mayes Ward-Dobbins Funeral Home in Marietta will be handling the arrangements. www.mayeswarddobbins.com 770-428-1511

Keith Magdefrau ('52) [posted February 23, 2003]
From The Commercial Appeal, February 14, 2003:

KEITH F. MAGDEFRAU, 69, of Lakeview, Ark., formerly of Memphis, insurance salesman for Wausau Insurance Co., died Tuesday [February 11, 2003] at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Ark. Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday [February 15, 2003] at Alley White American Legion Post 52 in Mountain Home, where he was past commander, with burial in Kirby's Tucker Memorial Cemetery there. Kirby Boaz Funeral Home in Mountain Home has charge. He was a Korean War and Vietnam War Air Force veteran, an Episcopalian, graduate of the University of Memphis, past president of Raleigh Optimist Club, member of Mid-West Tool Collector's Association and the NRA, and past member of Baxter County Republican Committee. Mr. Magdefrau, the husband of Lela B. Shurtleff Magdefrau, also leaves two daughters, Shari Barnes of Mountain Home and Nola Coleman of Orlando; a son, Frank Magdefrau of Hernando; a brother, Jay Magdefrau of Cordova, and three grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be sent to the Kidney Foundation.

Wiley Maiden ('63) [posted September 10, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, September 10, 2012:

WILEY HAWTHORNE MAIDEN, 67, passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2012. Wiley was born on January 9, 1945 in Bristol, VA. He was a graduate of East High School and Vanderbilt University on a football scholarship. Mr. Maiden was the longest tenured branch manager at Morgan Keegan having served the firm over 36 years. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Nancy Brown Maiden [associted with the Class of '63]; his daughter, April Maiden McGrath and her husband Mark, and their two sons, Mark Thomas “Tommy” and John Wiley “Jack”; and one son, John Wiley Maiden and his wife Marcia McIntyre, and their son William Wiley, “Will”; two sisters, Martha Maiden-Lemoine ['68] and Margaret Anne Maiden ['71], one brother, Douglas Maiden ['61]. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in honor of Wiley H. Maiden. Please mail donations to P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN, 38101 or go online at www.stjude.org Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com

Mary Main ('66) [posted October 20, 2016] - From The Commercial Appeal, October 20, 2016:

     Mary Ann Main passed away peacefully on October 16, 2016 at the Methodist hospice residence after suffering a series of strokes. She was 67 years old.
     She was the only child of John and Virginia Main, a graduate from East High School and attended Memphis State University. She worked for the Memphis Fire Department in the alarm office for almost 35 years. She was one of the first "females" to be hired on with the Memphis Fire Department in 1974. Mary was a senior-operator, and 2nd in command on shift. She also held the "position" of watch commander on numerous occasions. After her retirement she worked part-time at the Memphis Fire Museum until March of this year. She was an early participant in the Memphis in May world championship barbecue contest as a member of the Pig Diamonds Team. She enjoyed crafting and was a master gardener and a member of the Memphis Herb Society & Designing Women, a garden club.
     In times of celebration she always was there with abundant food and drink as well as good cheer. She was an amazing cook, noted for her potato salad and banana pudding!
     Mary was a "friend" to any and all animals that came her way always donating to numerous animal welfare causes. Mary had the absolute assurance of her salvation by her deep belief in Jesus Christ as her Savior, and knowing that the reunion with her parents awaited her when she passed from her earthly life to an eternal one. She was a devoted godmother to Nickey Shah, Jr. and Dana Shah Bishop, who also served as Mary's caregiver during her illness. She (Dana) and son, Joshua Ethan Bishop, where the "apple" of her eyes. She referred to Dana as her "mouse".
     She leaves a cousin, JoAnn Brewer of Senatobia, MS and her family. Also left to mourn her passing are her longtime friends: Brenda Shah, Diane Fogle, Joe Lowry, Dennis Ellis, Glenda Matheson, her Fire Department family, as well as fellow members of the late Saul Brown's "Harem:" Karen Brehm, Celeste Bursi, Mary Frank Crawford, Jennifer Fox, Chris Gang, Debbie Sweeney, Mary Lohrenz, Lady Dell Martin, Anna Neal, Kimberly Novarese, Nancy Jane Skaggs, Helen Smith, Sonja Thorsen and Nancy Tucker.
     Although she left us far too soon, she left us with a heart full of love and an abundance of life experiences to reflect on in the years ahead.
     I love you Auntie. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to, Last Chance Corral.
     The family will receive friends on Friday, October 21, between 9:30 a.m. until service time at 10:30 a.m. The committal will be in Ashburn Main Cemetery, Bassett, AR.
Roller Family Funeral Home
901-371-3500

Galen Mallard ('70) [posted July 28, 2002]
From The Commercial Appeal, March 17, 2002:

GALEN MALLARD, 50, of Memphis, died Friday [March 15, 2002] at Saint Francis Hospital. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday [March 19, 2002] at Memorial Park Funeral Home with burial in Memorial Park. He was a member of Union Avenue Baptist Church. He leaves his mother, Margaret Mallard of Memphis, and a sister, Janis [Mallard ('71)] Cole of Cordova.

Janis Mallard ('71) [posted July 22, 2021]
From Coleman Funeral Home, Southaven, Mississippi:

      Mrs. Janis M. Cole, 67, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 18, 2021, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – Desoto in Southaven, MS. A private funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 22, 2021, at Coleman Funeral Home of Southaven. Interment will be at Autumn Woods Memorial Park. Coleman Funeral Home of Southaven is in charge of arrangements.
      Mrs. Janis M. Cole was born December 23, 1953, in Memphis, TN. She was an active member of the Bellevue Baptist Church in Cordova, TN. Janis attended East High School in Memphis, and she graduated from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood. She was also a member of the Phi-Mu sorority. Mrs. Cole then continued her career as a Pre-K teacher in Memphis at Emmanuel United Methodist Kindergarten and Preschool and Educare.
      Janis Cole was a wonderfully sweet and soft spoken person; she was incredibly kind and a selfless soul. She was an avid reader and loved studying her Bible. Janis was well educated in her beliefs and religion; she was a true woman of God. Janis lived her life following the Bible’s principles. She was an impeccable wife, mother, and grandmother; her family was her greatest joy. Janis’ generous spirit will be missed by all those who knew her.
      Janis M. Cole is survived by her devoted husband, Douglas W. Cole of Nesbit, MS; her son, Brett (Katrina) Cole of Nesbit; and two granddaughters, Bailey Cole and Emma Cole, both of Nesbit.
      Janis M. Cole was preceded in death by her parents, Noble E. Mallard and Margaret Mallard; and one brother, Galen Mallard ['70].
      Donations and memorials in honor and memory of Mrs. Janis M. Cole may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org).
      Online condolences may be left on her Tribute Wall at www.colemanfuneralhome.com

Kathie Malone ('68) [posted August 13, 2008]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 13, 2008:

KATHRYN ANNE MALONE, youngest daughter of the late Harry and Edith Malone, passed away July 28, 2008. Born in Memphis, Tennessee January 7, 1950, she attended Grace St. Luke's Episcopal School, Grahamwood, and East High School. At Mississippi College and Memphis State University, she was an organ performance music major and was a member of Delta Omicron, an international music fraternity. Kathie had many talents and gifts, but most extraordinary was her amazing musical ability. Growing up in a home where classical music surrounded her, Kathie's talent bloomed early. At the age of three, she composed and performed a recital piece for one of Miss Bess Cockroft's recitals. Inheriting her father's perfect pitch ability, she delighted listeners with her amazingly beautiful arrangements and compositions. Throughout her life she shared her love of music through recitals, teaching, and serving in music ministries of several Baptist and Methodist churches. Strong leadership qualities made Kathie Malone a truly outstanding Veterans Administration employee. Until disability forced her retirement, she earned many performance awards and commendations, including Woman of the Year. In 1980 she had her "15 minutes of fame" in Washington, DC, when Max Cleland, head of the Veterans Administration, presented Kathie the VA's Exceptional Service Award for her "extraordinary act of heroism" when, as a hostage, she calmly and courageously persuaded an armed, deranged man to give himself up to authorities, thus preventing injury and loss of life to others in the area. At her retirement the head of the Chaplain Service commended Kathie's humility, her spirit of caring, and the many times she served as a catalyst to make things better for veterans and their families. He said, "Your legacy is caring, sharing, and giving. Thank you for passing our way and staying awhile; because you did, we are better people." For a number of years she had her own business, Business Information Resources, where she was a research specialist. She also enjoyed being active in her local community as a member of the Watauga Chapter of the DAR and as past president and current vice president of Lynton Square Condominiums Homeowner Association. Kathie's sense of caring was especially evident in her love for her pet dogs and cats as well as all animals and their welfare. In her younger years, she was very active in the Memphis Humane Society. Through her involvement in various organizations many animals were saved and protected. She also had a passion for sports, especially baseball, and was a walking encyclopedia on the topic of her favorite players. Kathie's greatest love, though, was playing for church choirs and helping plan church music programs. Perhaps the words of one of her friends summed up Kathie's essence best: "She was such a great person: smart, witty, talented, kind, thoughtful. I will miss her very much." In addition to a host of friends, Kathie leaves two sisters and brothers-in-law, Mrs. Bonnie [Malone ('59)] and Dr. Dick B. Clough, and Mrs. Carole [Malone ('62)] Lynne and Dr. Lawson L. Schroeder ['62]. She is also survived by six nephews and their wives, Jeffrey and Cindy Clough, Patrick and Rebekah Clough, Timothy and Tara Schroeder, Harry and Sally Schroeder, Philip and Cindi Schroeder, and Michael Schroeder. Great-nephews and nieces include Morgan, Harrison, and Kathryn Clough and Jacob, Emily, Mason, and Ronald Schroeder. Kathryn Malone's memorial service will be August 16, 1 p.m. at Memphis Funeral Home in Bartlett at 3700 N. Germantown Pkwy. Visitation with the family will be during the hour immediately before the service. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to New Life Baptist Church, 3823 Orchi Road, Memphis, TN 38108.

News stories of the hostage incident are posted to our "In the news ..." section.

See a copy of the Veterans Administration Commendation for Kathie Malone.

Robert Manning ("Monk") (Faculty) [posted March 2, 2017] - From The Commercial Appeal, March 2, 2017:

     Robert L. "Monk" Manning, 76, died February 28, 2017. Mr. Manning was a former East High School Coach and Assistant Principal for Memphis City Schools. He was a graduate of Douglass High School and Tennessee State University. He was also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
      Visitation, Friday, March 3, from 6-8 pm. at Greater Middle Baptist Church, 4982 Knight Arnold Rd. Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday, March 4 also at Greater Middle Baptist Church. Burial in Calvary Cemetery.

Frances F. Marks (Faculty) [posted November 30, 2013] - From The Commercial Appeal, December 1, 2013:

Frances Fraser Marks was born on July 7, 1916, in Memphis, TN and died on November 28, 2013. She attended Peabody Elementary and Snowden Junior High Schools and graduated from Central High in 1934. That fall she entered Blue Mountain College, where she participated in many musical and theatrical performances and was President of Student Government. She graduated with a B.A. in English and Latin in 1938. After teaching English in Drew, MS, for a year, she served as Assistant Dean of Students at Blue Mountain, and then joined the Church Library Department of the Southern Baptist Sunday School Board in 1942, continuing to write articles for their publications for many years. She earned an M.A. in English at George Peabody College in Nashville. She returned to Memphis and married Louis Denton Marks in 1943. Their daughter, Linda, was born on October 8, 1945, and their second child, Louis Jr., was born on September 10, 1949. Louis Sr, beloved husband and father, died in 1951 of leukemia. Mrs. Marks taught Latin at Miss Hutchison’s School from 1954 to 1963. In 1963 she joined the faculty at East High School, where she taught Latin and later a became a guidance counselor. She returned to Hutchison in 1972, first teaching Latin and later serving as Head of the Upper School. She retired from Hutchison in 1986 but continued to teach many students in English as a Second Language programs and to tutor Latin. Frances was a dedicated and gifted teacher who loved teaching and her students. She was a fierce competitor at the Mid-South Latin Tournament, and many of her students at both Hutchison and East won highest honors there over the years. Many went on to become teachers themselves at schools around the South and around the world. She was deeply dedicated to her faith and her church and showed her passion for teaching there as well. She and Louis attended Bellevue Baptist Church at its old North Bellevue location where she taught Sunday School, sang in the choir, and was the alto in the Bellevue Women’s Quartet. The family joined First Baptist Church in 1961, where she continued teaching well into her eighties. She was also one of First Baptist’s first women Deacons . She leaves her two children, Linda Marks of Memphis and Denton Marks of Milwaukee, WI; her daughter-in-law Tessa; nieces Marlena Marks Grunewald of Little Rock, AR, and Judy Marks Brown of Fort Smith, AR. Linda, Denton, and Tessa are deeply grateful for the loving and compassionate service of those who cared for her. Vistiation will be 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, December 3 at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, December 4 at First Baptist Church of Memphis. Graveside services will be 10 a.m., Thursday, December 5 in Forest Hill Midtown Cemetery. The family requests that any memorials be sent to First Baptist Church of Memphis or the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association (MIFA). Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com

Alan Jerome Marshall (class year undetermined) [posted July 31, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, July 31, 2012:

ALAN JEROME MARSHALL, 54, died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at his home. He graduated from East High School and retired from Penske Trucking and Leasing Company. Mr. Marshall was preceded in death by his father, Deputy Chief Thomas Marshall, Sr., brother, Thomas B. Marshall, Jr., and his aunt Alice Rivers. He leaves to mourn his passing, mother, Virginia T. Marshall; niece, Raven Marshall; sister-in-law, Dr. Dorothy Marshall Loggins; aunt, Helen Marshall; brother, Robert Marshall; uncle, John Rivers, and a host of friends and relatives. He also leaves a beloved family friend, Chuma (Raymond) Ajanuka. Body will lie in state, Wednesday August 1 at R. S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Graveside service to follow in Calvary Cemetery. R.S.Lewis & Sons Funeral Home (901)526-3264 Published in The Commercial Appeal on July 31, 2012.

Patsy Gail Martak ('56) [posted August 1, 2012] - From The Commercial Appeal, August 1, 2012:

Patsy Gail Martak Seabrook of Memphis died Sunday, July 29,2012. Mrs. Seabrook was the daughter of the late Hilda Noble Martak and the late William Kamon Martak. As a young girl, Mrs. Seabrook attended Snowden School and graduated from East High School. In her youth, Mrs. Seabrook enjoyed traveling, singing, and dancing, in particular ballet and tap. She attended Mary Baldwin College and Southwestern College now known as Rhodes College. She was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. Mrs. Seabrook and her parents were part of a group from Madison Heights Methodist Church and five other Methodist churches who became the charter members of a new Methodist church in East Memphis. It was officially named Christ Methodist Church. Mrs. Seabrook and her parents were part of the founding members, few in numbers but giants in faith, seeking spiritual direction to dream and sacrificially struggle to purchase small portions of land at a time for the new church plant. Today, the result of the prayerful planning and hard work of the original 600 members majestically stands in the form of Christ United Methodist Church at the corner of Poplar and Grove Park. Mrs. Seabrook married James Hunter Seabrook, Jr. on June 28, 1958. She was a partner and support to him in all of his numerous achievements, honors, and accomplishments. Mr. Seabrook is the President of Seabrook Wallcoverings, Inc. Together they were members of the Lamplighters Sunday School class at Christ United Methodist Church. They later became members of First Evangelical Church and then Independent Presbyterian Church. Along with her parents, Mrs. Seabrook and her husband were avid Memphis State Tiger basketball supporters beginning in the old Field House in 1955. Years were spent traveling with the team to various tournaments throughout the United States. They also enjoyed sharing this passion for Tiger basketball with their children. Mrs. Seabrook traveled extensively throughout England, France, Italy and Israel. While traveling, Mrs. Seabrook developed a vast knowledge of English and French porcelains and antiques. Mrs. Seabrook enjoyed entertaining and graciously welcomed a variety of musicians, artists, vocalists and speakers into her home. Mrs. Seabrook was a member of Les Passees Club, LeBonheur Club, The Little Glass Club, The Woman's Exchange of Memphis, The Hermitage Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She gave much of herself to these organizations and served in various leadership positions. Mrs. Seabrook devoted herself to the many organizations, but most importantly to her children and grandchildren. She gave selflessly and lovingly to her family and enjoyed great pleasure in supporting their various endeavors and accomplishments. Mrs. Seabrook leaves her husband James Hunter Seabrook, Jr.; her son James Hunter Seabrook III, and his wife Jill; her daughter Carey Allison Seabrook Goodman and her husband John; five grandchildren, Mary-Ashley Seabrook, Hunt Seabrook, Brook Goodman, Kate Seabrook and Win Goodman. She also leaves two aunts: Mrs. Mim Auter of Hattiesburg, Mississippi and Mrs. Jean Salyer Phillips of Brookhaven, Mississippi, and one uncle, Mr. Hugh Jones Noble and his wife Regina of Columbia, South Carolina. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at Memorial Park Funeral Home from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The Reverends Eli Morris and Emily Matheny will officiate a memorial service at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 2, 2012 in the sanctuary of Christ United Methodist Church. Memorials are requested to be sent to the Seabrook Asthma Fund: Lebonheur Children's Hospital P.O. Box 41817 Memphis, Tennessee 38174. Memorial Park Funeral Home, "Behind the stone wall", 901-767-8930. Condolences may be offered at www.MemorialParkOnline.com Published in The Commercial Appeal on August 1, 2012

Babs Mason ('72) [posted January 2, 2018] - From The Commercial Appeal, November 26, 2017:

Barbara Hightower Mason (64) went to be with the Lord on the 18th of November 2017. Barbara was loved by many, including her son, Nick Bradley; daughter, Rachael Meurrier; son-in-law, Nick; mother, Barbara Dawson; brother, Robin F. Mason; sister-in-law, Kathy; sister, Margaret (deceased) and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Humane Society. A memorial service will be held in Mt Dora, Florida on 6 January 2018 at 2 p.m. at the Lakeside Inn.

Delores Mason ('60) [posted November 11, 2015] - From The Commercial Appeal, January 2, 1995:

DELORES M. HOPPER, 52, of Memphis, executive secretary for Kemmons Wilson Hotel Management, died of heart disease Saturday at Baptist Memorial Hospital East. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel. Mrs. Hopper, the wife of Michael L. Hopper, also leaves a stepdaughter, Carolyn Hopper of Tucson, Ariz., and her parents, Nora and Joe Mason, and a sister, Linda [Mason '70] Little, all of Memphis. The family requests that any memorials be sent to the American Heart Association.

Talbot Spottswood Mathes III ('63) [posted August 5, 2009]
From The Commercial Appeal, August 5, 2009:

Talbot Spottswood Mathes III 64, passed away August 3, 2009 after a long, courageous and inspiring battle with Guillain Barre. Talbot was born in Midland, Texas on February 4, 1945. He spent most of his life in Memphis, Tennessee where he graduated from East High School in l963. He attended University of Tennessee and graduated from Southwestern University with a BA in l967. Talbot was President of Mathes Bros. Insurance, Inc. and Mathes Investments. He volunteered for several years for the Crisis Center. Talbot was known for being extraordinarily bright, creative and caring for others and for his many and diverse interests and talents. He was married for 10 years and was the best son, brother and friend anyone could have. He is preceded in death by his father Talbot (Cap) Spottswood Mathes, Jr. He is survived by his mother Catherine Mathes of Germantown, TN, his sister Linda Catherine Mathes [associated with the Class of '68] of Washington, DC, his beloved aunt and uncle Dr. Gordon and Nancy Mathes, many cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held to celebrate his life Saturday, August 8, 2:30pm at Memorial Park Funeral Home, 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38119. The visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. A reception will follow the service. Instead of flowers, contributions to favorite charities are encouraged.

Harriette Mathewes ("Bubbles") ('53) [posted September 24, 2018]
From The Commercial Appeal, September 23, 2018:

     Harriette Mathewes Beeson passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2018 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with family close and the grace of the Episcopal Church offering her peace.
      Harriette Mathewes Beeson was widely known as the owner, with husband Fred, of the beloved Memphis institution Burke's Book Store from 1984-2000. Her successful tenure at Burkes followed on a lifetime of accomplishments. She was a leader at East High School, a Phi Beta Kappa at Southwestern College (now Rhodes College) and was inducted into the Southwestern Hall of Fame. She won a Hickman travel fellowship in her junior year to travel to France and she was voted Miss Southwestern by her peers.
      Harriette was a leader throughout her life, bringing both her smarts and her example to the jobs. She served in leadership positions in the Church of the Holy Communion, the Junior League, St. Mary's Episcopal School, Chi Omega Sorority, among others.
      Harriette's success at keeping an independent bookstore vibrant and viable was enhanced by her natural grace and graciousness. In addition to running the purely business side of things, Harriette made Burke's a center of arts and letters by hosting book signings and other gatherings where she welcomed anyone and everyone, often with her homemade brownies. She had Memphis humming with the talk of a new John Grisham book signing with lines out the door and around the block. For their contribution to the community through Burkes, The Germantown Arts Alliance awarded Harriette and Fred an Arts and Humanities medal for their "Advocacy of Southern Letters" in 1998.
      Behind Harriette's gentle and gracious nature, was a confident strength of character. She could surprise an unknowing person with a gentle but firm rebuke when she observed an injustice or other wrong. For example, she stood up lovingly and firmly for those with special needs such as Down syndrome. Her unfailing moral compass guided both her and those around her.
      In the last stage of her life, dementia claimed Harriette's sharp mind. But, astonishingly, even in the final stage of dementia, her kindness, gentleness, and graciousness managed to shine through. The only words that came readily to her at the end were "thank you." Even those who only met her for the first time during that stage of her life could see something of her essential goodness.
      Harriette will be missed by many including her beloved husband of 60 years, Fred Beeson, her daughters Anne Beeson Royalty and Meg Beeson Wallace, their husbands Bob and Jim, and her grandchildren Nolen and Ginna Royalty and Jack and Fred Wallace. She was predeceased by her sisters Milton Mathewes Embry and Patsy Mathewes Jehl and was the matriarch of a large clan of Mathewes cousins whom she loved and claimed as her own.
      A Memorial for Harriette will be held at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Ann Arbor Michigan on Friday, September 28 at 4:00pm and a Funeral and Internment of Ashes at Church of the Holy Communion Memphis, Tennessee on Saturday, November 10 at 2:30pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Episcopal Church of the Incarnation 3257 Lohr Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48108 or Church of the Holy Communion 4645 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN 38117.