JHCC Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 I just got word that one of the oldest alumni of the college where I work died in his sleep last night, peacefully and with his wife at his side. They both graduated in 1947, and he was one of the last of our living alumni who had served in WWII. He went on to a distinguished medical career, and they both were dedicated volunteers for the college, serving as career counselors, class fundraisers, and a myriad of other roles. They also welcomed countless numbers of students into their home for tea and cookies (including yours truly, some thirty-five years ago) and were the self-proclaimed "grandparents" of the women's field hockey team. So ring the anvil, if you will, for Don, and say a prayer for Mary Louise whom he leaves behind. "For now though, we stand silent before the reality that when a giant passes on, there remains a void that cannot be filled." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sells Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 knee mail sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 Thank you, Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Family and friends are on the list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 Thank you, Glenn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Prayers sent for Don and especially Louise who is hurting more right now. Sometimes growing older and losing old friends and acquaintances leaves one with feeling more alone against our approaching end. I'll say a word for you and his other alumni. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daswulf Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Prayers for him, family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 Thank you, Aric. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 I will ring the anvil in the garden three times, to ask the Goddess, God and Great Spirit send comfort to Mary Louise and all of his friends. Rest in Peace Don, Ya done good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted June 23, 2021 Author Share Posted June 23, 2021 Thank you, IDFCW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnut Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 My condolences. Sounds like he passed gently and with his partner at his side. I hope to be as fortunate. Pnut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott NC Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 I sent a prayer. It is hard to lose a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted June 23, 2021 Author Share Posted June 23, 2021 Thank you, pnut and Nodebt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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