BA Today #1 - The Online Edition

Bridgton Academy

ONLINE AUTUMN 2014

TODAY www.bridgtonacademy.org

Congratulations to the Class of 2014!

F rom the Headmaster I am

excited to share with all of you our autumn edition of the new Bridgton Academy Today, the newsletter of Bridgton Academy. After a several-year hiatus, we are pleased to reintroduce this piece, which will be sent out twice a year to our BA family.

Life is always busy here at BA, so please note on our back cover all of the ways in which you can stay up to date with your Academy’s news. We also invite you to visit us online where you can access the digital version of BA Today, which includes additional stories and features of interest. Alumni Class Notes are available through our online newsletter as well; be sure to visit the web for the latest and greatest on your Bridgton classmates.

2014-2015 is shaping up to be a wonderful year! As always, I thank you for your continued belief and support of Bridgton Academy – The Year That Makes The Difference.

All the Best,

Graydon E. Vigneau, Jr. P’12 Headmaster The 2014 autumn edition of BA Today is dedicated in honor of Wolverines who have recently passed: Elizabeth Maxfield '30, Ruby Chapman Whitney '34, Emma Libby Luke '37, Oren Shiro '38, Richard Rice '39, Dorothy Morrison Latham '40, Herbert E. Barwell '41, Ruth Haynes Chute '43, Samuel L. Pitts '44, Marjorie Manter Rogers '45, Ruth Pike O’Brien '45, Dana L. Woodbury '47, Edward L. Kershaw '48, Robert A. Smith '48, Ruth Autio Harju '49, Jerry A. Romano '52, Richard A. Allen '53, Morrill F. Smith '54, Charles L. Butland '57, David MacFarland '59, Peter Marggraf '59, Francis X. Kearns '61, Jack Kelleher '68, Timothy L. Madeira '68, Aaron P. Custer '94, Osric T. Bittle '99, Brian Foley '05, Nicholas S. Golden '10, Sean R. Reed '12, Ms. Lisa Antell, and Mr. Mark Graffam.

Make Way for the Class of 2015!

The Class of 2014 at Commencement, May 10, 2014

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Members of the Class of 2015 at the Colonnade Hotel, Boston, July 27, 2014

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Where do BA grads go? From California to right here in Maine, to all over the world, our graduates take many different paths to higher education.

Arizona State University Assumption College Auburn University Becker College Binghamton University Birmingham-Southern College Bridgewater State University Central Connecticut State University Columbia College Chicago Community College of Baltimore County Community College of Rhode Island Curry College Dean College Dominican University of California Dowling College Eastern Connecticut State University Emmanuel College Endicott College Framingham State University Franklin Pierce University Georgian Court University Goucher College Grand Valley State University Ithaca College Keene State College Le Moyne College Lehigh University Lesley University LIU Post Lycoming College MacEwan University Maine Maritime Academy Manhattanville College Massachusetts Maritime Academy Merrimack College New England College Nichols College North Shore Community College Northern Arizona University Norwich University Oklahoma State University Pace University Plymouth State University Queen’s University Quinnipiac University

Daniel Curran '14 - West Point - Signing Day

Nate Chrzanowski '14 with Headmaster Vigneau

Joel Berroa '14 addresses the Class of 2014

BA Class of 2014 Matriculation List Rider University Roger Williams University Sacred Heart University Saint Anselm College Saint Joseph’s College - Maine Saint Leo University Saint Michael’s College Salve Regina University Shepherd University Southern Connecticut State University Southern Indiana University Southern New Hampshire University Springfield College St. Bonaventure University St. Francis Xavier University St. Lawrence University Stonehill College SUNY Fredonia Susquehanna University Syracuse University The University of Alabama The University of Tampa Transylvania University

United States Coast Guard United States Military Academy University of Hartford University of Maine University of Mary Washington University of Massachusetts, Amherst University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth University of Massachusetts, Lowell University of Michigan University of Nebraska at Lincoln University of New Hampshire University of Ottawa University of Southern Maine University of Tennessee - Chattanooga University of Vermont Utica College Western Connecticut State University Western Michigan University Western New England University Western State Colorado University Wheaton College Worcester State University

Update Us for a Basket of Wolverine Gear!

The Office of Alumni & Development is looking for updated information on you! We’d love to know what you’ve been doing since graduating from BA, and how we can contact you. As an extra incentive to all of our Wolverine family, anyone who sends us a complete update will be entered into a drawing for a gift basket filled with all of the latest Wolverine gear. Simply visit the “Update Us” section under Alumni at www. bridgtonacademy.org, fill out the alumni update in its entirety, and you’ll be registered to win this great prize! In order to be in the running, all updates must be received by November 27.

Dylan Turner '15 running the Advisor Relay during Orientation.

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Rise, Sons of

It’s been a long time coming, but as Sam Cooke crooned fifty years ago, “A change is gonna come.”

In the spring of 2014, Bridgton Academy launched our “Rise, Sons of Bridgton” Capital Campaign (RSB). This $6 million comprehensive campaign is focused on the full revitalization and modernization of all Academy athletic facilities, including the construction of a new 16,000-square foot Strength & Fitness Center. This project-based campaign will have a transformational impact on our Academy’s facilities and programming, enabling our historic school to stay competitive and current in the 21st century educational marketplace.

Most importantly, this campaign will allow us to provide the best teaching environment possible for our student-athletes.

Thanks to the amazing philanthropic support of Academy alumni, parents, and friends, BA is poised to break ground on the first projects of our campaign:

the construction of a 90,000-square foot multi-purpose field and new turf baseball infield! This spring, Bridgton Academy will install our first-ever artificial turf facility for lacrosse and football, as well as create a turf infield for our baseball team. These exciting installations will be complete and ready for the incoming Class of 2016, having an immediate and significant impact on our student experience.

“Rise, Sons of Bridgton” is a joint effort between the Academy and those who believe in our mission to inspire change. Your support is the catalyst for our success. Donors at all levels can have an impact on our capital campaign.

If you would like to learn more about “Rise, Sons of Bridgton” and how you can join our RSB family, please contact Jessica Priola, Director of Alumni & Development at: (207) 647-3322, ext. 1219 or email jpriola@bridgtonacademy.org.

Future Multi-Purpose Turf Field

Welcome Class of 2015 Zach Gilpin • How did you hear about BA?

I heard about Bridgton Academy from a student who graduated in last year’s class. Tanner Hyland '14 played on the basketball team last year, and I was pretty close with him. I also learned quite a bit about Bridgton from Coach Lesure and Coach McClure. All three of them helped a lot in the process of getting me here.

• What made you decide to attend BA?

There were many factors in my decision to come to Bridgton. One of them was having the opportunity to play for Coach Lesure and Coach McClure. I got to know them quite well before I arrived, and I know that they can help me take my game to the next level. Another factor was being close to my family for one more year before I head off to college. My family knows I’m only a phone call away.

HOMETOWN: Hampden, ME ATHLETIC TEAM: Basketball COLLEGE: Committed to Bentley University

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• What are your goals?

My academic goals are to prepare myself the best I can for Bentley University. More specifically I’d like to develop good study habits here that I can take with me to Bentley. My goals for the basketball team would be for each individual to maximize his own potential on the basketball court. We can accomplish that by working as hard as we can every day and being grateful for the opportunity we’ve been given. Someone has sacrificed something for us to be here. We can’t take that for granted.

• Do you have a message to send home?

If I had to give my friends and family a message, I’d just want to say that I’m in good hands down here. I’m surrounded by great people, and I’m doing well!

• First impressions?

So far, it’s been awesome. I have no complaints.

The food is awesome, the teachers are very nice, and I can honestly say I haven’t met a person whose company I don’t enjoy. It’s a great feeling to be at a place where everybody has very common goals. You can tell that every teacher really wants all the students to succeed.

Likewise, all the students want their peers to succeed as well.

visit facebook.com/BridgtonAcademyBasketball for more on BA Hoops

Tanner Hyland '14

Bridgton

Donors help to inspire first phase of largest fundraising campaign in Academy history

Overhead view of future athletic field renovation

The new athletic fields are just the beginning.

To view our full project portfolio visit

www.bridgtonacademy.org/supp_projects.cfm

Mike Meserve

• What does “The Year That Makes The Difference” mean to you?

To me, it means we provide an opportunity for a young man to improve and develop academically, athletically, socially and beyond.

BA crosses over into all kinds of experiences and stays with you, forever.

• Tell us about the Wolverine Program.

The Wolverine Program, which launched in 2013, is designed to give non-athlete students and out-of-season athletes a team to be part of.

Additionally, the program has been set up to help students develop and grow utilizing outdoor, community, athletic, and social experiences.

• How does this open up new opportunities for BA students?

JOINED BA: Coaching Ice Hockey in 2007, hired full-time in 2008 I’VE BEEN: A Teacher, Assistant Ice Hockey Coach, Director of Hockey Operations, Head Prep Team Coach, College Counselor, Focused Academic Coach I AM: A Teacher, Director of the Wolverine Program, Ski Program Director

As teenage males, our young men view the world through a very specific filter. Our goal with this program is to remove that filter and open their eyes to what is around them - specifically what Maine has to offer.

• So what’s the story about the Meserve Burger?

It’s something I’ve put together for a few years now. Picture a burger stuffed with cheese, with two grilled cheese sandwiches for buns. We throw on a fried egg, add some bacon, and you’re good to go. It’s mostly for fun, so there is limited data collected, but the burger seems to have about a 50% failure rate - it’s just too big for them to finish!

The BA Online Holiday Auction Bridgton Academy’s 5th Annual Online Holiday Auction opens on Black Friday, November 27th, with fun and unique offerings, just in time for holiday shopping.

This year will feature one-of-a-kind pieces of BA memorabilia, the latest Wolverine gear, gift cards, travel opportunities, and much, more! All auction proceeds benefit the 2015 Bridgton Fund. With the auction closing on December 7th, all items will be shipped in plenty of time for the holidays.

Our items are provided by generous donations from BA alumni, parents, and friends. In addition to donating an item, businesses can also advertise through sponsorship. Corporate sponsors will have their logos displayed on our auction homepage, with a link to the companies’ websites.

Bidding begins 11/27 at www.biddingforgood.com/bridgtonacademy To donate an auction item or to learn more, about sponsorship, please contact the Office of Alumni & Development: alumni@bridgtonacademy.org 207-647-3322, X1229 5

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GET OUT

Originally established in the 1960’s, the Bridgton Academy Outing Club has been a celebrated tradition for decades. Led by faculty passionate about the natural world around us, the Outing Club was the place where BA legends were born. In its earliest days, the Club was spearheaded by faculty member Mr. Warren Youker. Mr. Youker’s trips were always popular and, in his prime, “Youk” would take dozens of BA students at a time out into the Maine wilderness.

A venerable BA tradition gets a kick-start as our students explore the wilderness in their backyard

Bridgton’s Outing Club Cabin, located just a few miles from campus on Stearns Pond, was initially constructed by the Class of 1977. A trip to the Cabin reflects decades of Bridgton history and Outing Club traditions. These 1963: Warren Youker leads BA’s inaugural Outing Club trip. include carving your name on the walls of the Cabin, sitting by the fire, snowshoeing, ghost stories with Mr. Goepel '66, and even the notorious Polar Bear Club. For hundreds of students, now alumni, the Outing Club was a rite of passage.

As the years passed, the initial popularity of the Outing Club began to fade. Students were busier with their own pursuits, and few had The BA Cabin. the time or interest to take a voluntary trip to explore the outdoors. Technology became a part of the daily reality for students, and the idea of travelling to a remote location without electricity, water, or a real bathroom (not to mention no wi-fi) grew less and less appealing.

a dedicated program created for those students who choose not to play a sport during their year at Bridgton.

The first year of the Wo l v e r i n e Program was met with great success. In fact, Mr. Meserve’s program was over capacity.

Students also embraced Mr. Stauble’s new outdoor learning experiences, which included skeet shooting, moose tracking, and ice fishing. Mr. Stauble and Mr. Meserve realized during this first year that, while their goals were many, certain areas of the program needed to be addressed before further expansions were possible. Perhaps most challenging was the realization that the Outing Club Cabin, left for many years with limited maintenance, was in need of significant enhancements and repairs.

“…this cabin exudes character. Its dusty corners whisper of past times and people who have shared its wealth…”

The Academy “…lacrosse players voluntarily took was thrilled when an it upon themselves, along with anonymous their coaches, to jump through ten donor inches of ice into freezing water.” challenged the school with a $25,000 fundraising opportunity. If the Academy was able to raise $25,000 dedicated to the Outing Club and Wolverine Program, this donor would match the entire gift. A second donor soon stepped forward who was equally passionate about outdoor learning, quickly fulfilling the entire match gift.

In 2014 and 2015, $50,000 in funding will be supplied to the Wolverine Program and Outing Club. The Academy’s first priority will be to use a portion of these generous gifts to fully restore the In 2012, a new champion of the outdoors came to Bridgton. Mr. Outing Club Cabin.

Ray Stauble was passionate about re-branding the Outing Club, And, while it will revitalizing the vibrancy of a program that was once a defining still be the rustic element of the Bridgton experience. Veteran faculty member Mr. Mike getaway that Meserve was also busy thinking about the same ideas. Both teachers many remember, were grappling with the reality that Bridgton students were simply not the Cabin will be getting the returned to its early exposure to “…this nature stuff is pretty cool. The glory. Plans for the the Maine darkness of this place is totally amazing…” remaining balance outdoors they of funds are still deserved, underway, but one and were missing out on the amazing learning opportunities waiting thing is certain: the just outside of their dormitories. storied tradition of the Outing Club Adrian Huang '15 surveys the Western Maine Wilderness.

Together, Ray and Mike pledged to address the rebirth of the at Bridgton Outing Club, making a commitment to ensure that students “get Academy is poised for a return to greatness. We look forward to out” and learn about the world around sharing many wonderful stories to come them. For Ray, this commitment began as our students get out to explore and with an assessment of the Outing Club “…the best part of the trip came just learn, truly benefiting from the natural Cabin, as well as the creation of new before we went to bed, when Mr. Goepel assets of this beautiful State of Maine.

Outing Club experiences. Mike began by launching the Wolverine Program in 2013;

started telling his ghost stories…”

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@BridgtonAcademy

Binaca Macdonald BA’s New Dean of Academics • Who is Binaca Macdonald?

I’m a wife, a mother, and a teacher. What drew me to Bridgton Academy was that it was so unlike any other place that I had ever worked before. I lived in Bridgton for a number of years before I joined the Bridgton Academy community, and was always intrigued by what was happening “on the hill.” I knew that BA was something I wanted to be a part of, so when the opportunity presented itself, I jumped in!

• How does Bridgton Academy’s mission apply to academics?

I think that the Academy’s overall mission speaks to the fact that we are here to prepare each student for his next step – whatever it is. That next step is college for many of our young men – so we are preparing them not only academically, but athletically, socially, and emotionally as well. We are also prepping our students for what life’s going to hold beyond Bridgton Academy; so we are really looking at the whole experience.

Whether our students are at an Ivy League school or a two-year program next year, we know that they need to be able to write, identify an argument as well as create their own, and be able to work with data. Our academic team has identified those skills that we know our students will need to be successful at the next level.

• How would you describe the faculty here at BA?

The faculty here are among the most talented, dedicated, and inspiring educators that I have worked with. They are tireless in their efforts to support our students. To work here, live here, teach here, coach here, is really handing over your life for a number of months. You are, in essence, going 'all-in’. Our staff goes the extra mile, but, for us,

it’s not the extra mile, it’s just what we do.

• What does the iPad 1 to 1 initiative bring to the Academic program?

Two years ago, the Academy moved to a 1 to 1 iPad program where every student was provided

JOINED BA: Fall, 2012 I’VE BEEN: SAT Prep Teacher, English Teacher, Focused Academic Coach I AM: Dean of Academics

with a tablet for digital learning. This program is pretty incredible, as our young men literally have the world at their fingertips. For example, my class today is reading an essay by James Baldwin. They access this essay for free on the internet, annotate their text on their iPads, and then utilize these notes to create an iMovie homework assignment. The amount of access to academic tools and information that students have when they hold their ipad’s is almost hard to grasp.

• How is BA a part of your own definition?

BA is a huge part of my heart now because of the relationships that I have made here. I can’t imagine a day when I’m not here, and that’s a pretty powerful statement. Every time we graduate a class it’s a total collision of emotions. I’m so proud and so glad that our students are ready for their next steps, but it’s bittersweet because you do get so attached to these young men. We are challenged to share our lives with our students for thirty-two weeks and then send them off into the world. It’s hard not to feel like a part of us goes with them every time they leave.

Members of the Class of '15 with master teacher Peter Gately

the Class of 2015:At Where Are We From?

glance

Five countries. 22 states. Seven time zones. Two Hemispheres.

100,000+ miles of travel to arrive. Longest trip: 6,902 miles.

Who are we?

SWEDEN: 1 CANADA: 11

9 LEGACY WOLVERINES

CHINA: 1 BRAZIL: 2

USA: 165

Close to Home - 17 from right here in Maine

ONE SET OF TWINS (LEGACIES!)

The Most - 63 from Massachusetts

“Goin’ to California” - 8 Traveled from Cali

22 U.S. STATES ARE REPRESENTED AT BRIDGTON ACADEMY THIS YEAR.

ONE SET OF TRIPLETS (ALSO LEGACIES!!)

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Meet A Wolverine -

extended edition

MITCH McGUFFIE '99

Commander McGuffie’s warship, the USS Firebolt

A 2003 graduate of the US Naval Academy, Mitch served as a Main Propulsion Assistant during his first sea tour on the USS Benfold in San Diego. From there, he went on to serve two years on HMS Cornwall (Plymouth, UK) as a Naval Exchange Officer, the only American Naval Officer in the British Fleet during that period of time.

In 2008, Mitch served as a Naval Liaison Officer for the United States Senate (Washington, D.C.) and, after two years, Lieutenant Commander McGuffie served as the Operations Officer for USS Laboon out of Norfolk, Virginia.

Lieutenant Commander Mitch McGuffie has also been published in the United States Naval Institute magazine, Proceedings. He and his wife, Kelly, are married and have two young daughters together.

In his global travels, Lieutenant Commander McGuffie’s encounters have been innumerable and his exposure to situations – both foreign and domestic - is awe-inspiring.

His intellect, strength, conviction, confidence and courage, and the proper use of these powerful tools, have helped Lieutenant Commander McGuffie achieve the success he enjoys today. We were privileged enough to recently catch up with Mitch, who shared a bit with us about his BA experience and his successes thus far: In what ways did BA prepare you for your current station in life?

“Whether it was getting tackled on the football field, skiing down Shawnee Peak in subzero temperatures, hiking up that monstrous hill to get to the dining hall in the middle of winter, sitting through endless hours of study hall, or just walking to the post office to get my mail; every single experience I had at BA better prepared me in some way to face and overcome future challenges in life. I must admit that my year at BA has had more of an impact on where I am today in life than my four years at the US Naval Academy.

The lessons learned from my days at BA still come in handy fifteen years later as the Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Warship.”

What’s the hardest part about your position as a Commanding Officer?

“Patience. As a leader you establish the vision or goals for your organization or team and you chart the course on how to get there. Sometimes it takes longer to achieve the goals you have established than you may have originally imagined. As the saying goes 'Rome was not built in a day’ and all leaders must keep that in mind.”

What message would you share with the Class of 2015?

“The same message that was shared with me by my BA English Teacher, Jake Laferriere, when I graduated in 1999: the simple words of 'Carpe Diem’. The World is full of amazing opportunities, it is up to you to seize the day and turn these opportunities into reality.”

The achievements of Lieutenant Commander Mitch McGuffie are woven into the fabric of BA Alumni success stories. We could not be more proud of Mitch for his service to our country and for his continued belief in Bridgton Academy. Thank you, Lieutenant Commander McGuffie!

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Welcome to special, web-only content!

Bridgton Academy Class Notes Welcome to the digital version of Bridgton Academy Class Notes! We invite you to read on to see what some of your fellow Bridgton alumni and friends have been up to. Don’t see your name? Re-connect with BA and UPDATE US on everything going on in your life since your graduation from Bridgton Academy. We want to hear from YOU! Please call the Office of Alumni and Development (207) 647-3322 (ext. 1213) and/or visit BA online at www.bridgtonacademy.org.

BA Class Notes will now be updated biannually in the fall and spring as we publish our print Newsletter we hope to see your story listed below soon!

THE 2014 ALUMNI PICNIC - CRYSTAL LAKE PARK, HARRISON, ME

A splendid time was had by all on September 2, 2014 at the annual “Alumni Picnic” on Crystal Lake in nearby Harrison, Maine. It was a perfect late-summer day as alumni enjoyed a light lunch, unforgettable jokes from Phil Denison '48 and a special cake for the occasion, made by BA’s very own Jolene Roderick, an employee in the Academy’s business office. The alumni picnic would not have been complete without recent Hall of Fame inductee, Madelyn Buck ’37, leading all those present in a rousing rendition of BA’s school song: “The Black and the Grey Forever”. A big thank you to all who attended - we already can’t wait to see you all (and hopefully even more alumni!) at next year’s picnic! Pictured: (bottom row; left to right) Virginia Knight '49, Gordon Knight '48, Barbara Dalgaard '48, Madelyn Buck '37, Diana Connell '52, Phil Denison '48; (top row; left to right) Paul Flahive ’60, Sarah Gaines (Bridgton Fund Gifts Officer), Michelle Cross (Alumni & Development Office Manager), Jessica Priola (Director of Alumni & Development), Grady Vigneau (Headmaster, P '12), Merry Vigneau (P '12, Special Projects Coordinator).

1930’s Madelyn Buck ’37

After two centuries of the Buck Family’s involvement in Bridgton Academy – from its inception in 1806, to its incorporation in 1808, to present day - the BA community was honored and privileged to induct Ms. Madelyn Buck ’37, on behalf of her entire family, into the Bridgton Academy Hall of Fame. Ms. Buck was inducted in the Contributor Category for her many years of dedicated and loyal service to the Academy, as well as for what she has given back to her home state and town as an educator and volunteer. Here, Madelyn accepts the Hall of Fame honor in Goldsmith Dining Hall on 09/28/2014 (right). To Madelyn’s left stands BA Headmaster Grady Vigneau, P ’12.

Rachel (Rice) Deans ’39

We were very excited to welcome Rachel back on campus this September to celebrate her 75th reunion! Since her graduation from BA, Rachel has gone on to lead a remarkable life and was recently featured in the South Portland-Cape Elizabeth Sentry. The story chronicles Rachel’s life; beginning with her early days as a youth growing up in nearby Waterford, her education at Bridgton Academy, her days as a nursing student, how she met the love of her life - and everything in-between - up to present day. Rachel has always shown her pride for “The Black and the Grey” and has served faithfully as a Class Representative for the past several years. We could not be more proud of our friend and BA ’39 alumna, Rachel Rice Deans!

1940’s Luigi F. Barassi '43

At a youthful 90 years old, Luigi is pleased to report that he is happy, doing well and in good health. After serving in the Army, Luigi could be found for several years in his role as Deputy Fire Chief of the Leominster Fire Dept. An earlier career playing semi-pro football for the Leominster Lions earned Luigi induction into the Leominster Football Hall of Fame in 2013.

Luigi and his wife, Nancy, who sadly passed away November 10, 2010, are the proud parents of five children: Louis, a private school teacher; James, a doctor; William, a State Trooper in N.H.; Ann, a travel agent, and Susan, a teacher and nutritionist in Virginia.

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1950’s Dana M. Lord '50

Dana proudly informs us that he became a great-grandfather to two boys during the last two years! We were excited to see Dana come back for a visit in September, when he and his brother, Harvey Lord '43, attended the Alumni Celebration Brunch. An already fun day was made extra-special, as Dana and Harvey shared with us their BA story. Congratulations on the new additions, Dana!

C. Albert “Al” Robichaud '52

Great news galore for Al Robichaud! Al proudly announces that he was inducted into the Concord-Carlisle Athletic Hall of Fame on June 20, 2014. This is an accolade in addition to his 2002 induction into the Massachusetts Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame and his 2003 induction into the Bridgton Academy Hall of Fame. Way to go, Al! Al is also proud to report that he and his late wife, Carol, have seventeen (!) grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Congratulations, Al, on these wonderful accomplishments!

Richard E. Currier '53

What fun! Richard and his wife, Althea, have been enjoying their summers at their home in Red Lodge, Montana. There, they can be found, along with other “rock hounds”, searching the beautiful Montana landscape in search of unique rocks and minerals. They have also recently participated in a “Dinosaur Dig” where they searched for fossils!

Billie Mackay '53

Billie is brimming with pride in his announcement that his grandson, Matt, enlisted in the Marine Corps after his recent college graduation. Billie’s grandson follows in both his footsteps and those of Billie’s son, and is now the third generation of Mackays to serve in the Marines Corps. Thank you to Billie, his son and grandson for their service to our country - Semper Fi!

Carol Stewart Wenmark ’54

Carol reports that she is very busy these days, notably leading two exercise groups for senior citizens! “The Growing Stronger Program” is led by Carol in both Gilman, Vermont and Lancaster, New Hampshire. Carol also proudly co-authored a book about “maple-sugaring” in her beloved hometown, Lunenburg, Vermont. A Wicked Good Run was published in 2010 after several years in the making. Along with the many activities she participates in in her community, Carol also continues to support BA by serving as a Class Representative. This year, Carol’s efforts in reaching out to her fellow ’54 classmates, in honor of their 60th reunion from Bridgton Academy, garnered the strongest support of all reunion classes for this year. Thank you, Carol, for continuing to inspire us all!

David Sampson '56

We are saddened to report that David Sampson is battling melanoma and lost his wife this past year after a brave battle with cancer. Our thoughts are with David and his family during this difficult time.

Frederic “Fred” Gauthier '58

After thirty years with the Cleveland, Ohio school system and fourteen years of service on the Fairview Park City Council, Fred happily reports that he is enjoying his retirement. Best wishes, Fred, on a retirement certainly well-deserved!

Phil Saulnier ’58

Phil and his wife, Judy, proudly announced the birth of their first great-grandchild! Greatgranddaughter, Lana, was born on August 31, 2014. Congratulations, Phil and Judy, and to the entire Saulnier family on this new addition!

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1960’s Robert Phipps ’69

After a well-deserved respite from his business, Robert is happy to report that he is now eagerly anticipating the arrival of his third grandchild. Between golfing and travel and friends and family, Robert reminds us that he still has clear memories of his time at BA and remains grateful for his year at BA that he admits is still shaping his life to this day. Our hats go off to you, Robert, for all the success you have achieved!

1980’s

1990’s Matt Carrier '93

After earning his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Southern Maine, Matt went on to teach Chemistry at Windham High School. More recently, Matt has maintained several positions with Alere, Inc. and is presently their US Product Manager with the Clinical Immunology Group. Matt is married with two young sons.

Tony Miner '93

Mike Cerullo '86

After an illustrious football career, spanning time on the staff of the Superbowl-winning New Orleans Saints, Syracuse University’s 2004 Big East Championship season, Northeastern’s 2002 Atlantic 10 title and the University of Connecticut, where he served as an aide to Coach Paul Pasqualoni, Mike can now be found as the Director of Football Operations for Princeton University. Keep up the good work, Mike!

Michael J. Sweeney '87

After twelve years, Michael left his law firm in Madison, Connecticut to form a new firm called Sullivan, Heiser and Sweeney in Clinton, Connecticut. He invites you to check them out at: www.sullivanheiser.com. Best of luck with this new venture, Michael!

Anthony “Nino” D’Onofrio ’89

Nino has been very busy in the years since he graduated from BA. After receiving his Bachelor of Science Degree from Salem State College in Sports Management and Coaching, Nino went on to study at the United States Sports Academy, where he earned his Master’s Degree in Sports Management in 1997. After earning his degrees and completing a number of internships, Nino found success working with the Las Vegas Thunder, as a Health Director at Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center, a Marketing Director for the Skating Inline Hockey Association and as a Physical Education teacher at Malden Catholic High School in Massachusetts. More recently, Nino is both the Account Executive and Golf Tournament Planning Executive at Every Brand Apparel, Inc. Nino is also the Owner and Director of Gulf Coast Interstate Relay. This is the first ever cycling relay and overnight running relay. It spans 234 miles, starting in New Orleans, LA and ending in “Florabama”, the Alabama/Florida state border. Preparations are already under way for next year’s race, taking place April 3-4, 2015.

Nino is also offering a 15% discount off of the registration fee for this race [codes = BAfull ($180 off) / BAhalf ($90 off)] for all Bridgton Academy alumni, coaches, faculty and staff – what a deal! Along with the many activities he is involved in, Nino is also a devoted father to his two young daughters, Isabella and Mia.

After his graduation from Bridgton Academy in 1993, Tony went on to play baseball at the University of Southern Maine (USM), where he was twice named an All-American, as well as the 1997 New England Collegiate Baseball Association Player of the Year. Tony was also a three-time named Division III first team All New England and was named by Sports Illustrated as the “25th Greatest Athlete of the Century from Maine”. Upon receiving his degree from USM, Tony was sent to the Minor League Organization of the Cleveland Indians, where he played for two years. Despite sustaining a careerending injury during his second year in the Minor Leagues, Tony pushed forward and made the move to Savannah, Georgia, where he started his sports academy, aptly named: 'Miner’ League Academy. The year-round academy is a major league resource for baseball and softball players of all ages and skill levels and has been met with great success over the past six years it has been in operation. Tony is married to his wife, Stephanie and they have two children and two step-children.

Jeffrey Parrish '95

We are very proud to learn that alumnus, Jeffrey Parrish, is currently a search and rescue helicopter pilot in California’s national parks. Keep up the good work, Jeff!

Brian R. Petherick '95

It is reported that Brian married Alison Leahy Petherick in 2004 and they now have two sons - Shawn (2010) and Kyle (2012). Brian is currently a Senior Account Executive, International, for FedEx Services. Congratulations, Brian!

David Glaser '96

After graduating magna cum laude from Bridgewater State College, David can now be found teaching health and physical education classes at Raynham Middle School in Massachusetts. He also reports that he has earned his Masters of Education Degree. Congratulations on these achievements, David!

Jeff Broderick '98

Jeff is currently the TRIM-NOX® Product Manager at Combustion Components Associates; a division of Peerless Manufacturing Co. He is married to his wife, Lori, and they have two children, Owen (1 year old) and Ryder (3 ½ years old). Jeff and his family, along with their dog, Sadie, reside in Ridgefield, Connecticut.

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David Cedrone ’99

David and his wife, Ashlea, now call Houston, Texas home and are the very proud parents of a daughter, Ruby (4) and a son, Gray (1). David is currently the Director of Account Services for Encore Media Metrics, a “start-up” which is an advanced analytics and attribution modeling company providing insights to ad agencies and brands. Sounds like David has his hands full and we couldn’t be more proud!

Mitch McGuffie ’99 - See Page 8 for his full profile Since his graduation from BA, Mitch has gone on to create an admirable career with the United States Navy and is currently the Commanding Officer of the USS Firebolt (PC 10), in Bahrain. See Page 8 for a full interview with Mitch!

have ingeniously fused their love for lacrosse (LAX) and the salads they ate, as they maintained their health to play this demanding sport, into a thriving small business. Knowing that even high-stakes lacrosse games are meant to be fun, the LAX-loving brothers marketed their mother’s beloved dressing to Whole Foods and, from there, the business began to take off. Using only organic, gluten-free ingredients, their brand, Tessamae’s, currently offers twenty-four dressings and two varieties of mayonnaise, hot sauces, teriyaki sauces, garlic spread, ketchup and seafood marinade. Keep up the good work, Brian! We can’t wait to hear more tasty updates as this business continues to take off! For more info. on Tessamae’s, visit their website at www.tessemaes.com.

Paul Humphries ’05, Nick Cammilleri ’05, Tom Murphy ’05 and Tim Watson ’05

Prompted by the sudden death of their classmate and fellow BA alum, Brian Foley '05, Paul Humphries ’05, Nick Cammilleri ’05, Tom Murphy ’05 and Tim Watson ’05, attended a 2000’s “mini-reunion” in Brian’s honor. Pictured here, David Matz '01 on July 26, 2014, from left to right, are: Paul, Nick, Joe Daley We hear through the grapevine that David currently serves ’77, Director of Campus Operations, Tommy, Headmaster as the Director of Smith Hanley Associates, LLC in New York, Vigneau P’12, and Tim. New York. Congratulations, David!

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Pat Pingicer '01

Pat and his wife, Karla, welcomed a baby boy, Patrick, into their family on February 7, 2013. Congratulations on this new addition!

Nicholas Evans ’03

Nicholas is now in the restaurant business and is currently the co-owner of Fat Belly’s in Portsmouth, NH – “Where Fat Means Flavah and Friends Get Together!” Stop by and say hi to this fellow BA alumnus the next time you are in Portsmouth!

Robert “Rob” Krauss '04

Rob reports that he recently opened a restaurant, Fortina, in Armonk, New York. The great success he has met with Fortina has inspired him to explore expanding into surrounding markets in the Fairfield/Westchester County, New York areas.

We know we will hear of (or taste?!) more success for Rob to come – keep up the great work, Rob!

Brian Vetter ’04

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If you are a salad connoisseur, then there is a good chance that you have enjoyed the fruits of this alumnus’s labors. Inspired by a lemon-garlic dressing recipe by his mother, Brian (center in picture) and his brothers, Greg and Matt,

Lead by Senior White House Adviser John Podesta, Wolverine alumnus Tom Daley ‘05 (back row, second from right), was chosen as a member of the Presidential Delegation to attend the recent inauguration of Afghanistan’s newest president, Ashraf Ghani, who was sworn in on Monday, October 6th; marking the country’s first peaceful transition of power in four decades.

Staff Sergeant Daley serves in the United States Army in Special Operations Command. His service began in 2009 upon graduation from Colby College. He has been active with the Green Berets, and has completed three tours in Afghanistan alongside his brother Michael, BA ‘04. He has earned a Purple Heart, two Bronze Medals of Valor, and one Valor in Combat Medal. In May of 2011, Tom graduated from Special Forces training. He will complete his MBA in May 2015, then serve as an intern for retired General Stanley McCrystal at the McCrystal Group in Alexandria, Virginia. We congratulate Tom on all of his remarkable achievements thus far and offer our sincere gratitude to him, and all those who proudly serve our country!

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John “E.J.” Markos '05

After graduating from Bryant University, John jumped into the world of business, where he worked for a few years before seeking out a job that fits better into his lifestyle and schedule. E.J. is loving life and is currently a caddie at the exclusive Myopia Hunt Club in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. This past summer, E.J. ran into BA’s Director of Admissions, Chris Webb, who was participating in a golf tournament with Teddy Beckman ’13 and his father, Dan. Way to go, E.J.!

Tim Watson '05

After his graduation from BA, Tim went on to attend Urbana University in Ohio on a football scholarship where he studied Business Management. He currently lives in Hanson, Massachusetts with his wife, Amber, and their children Cooper (4), Isabel (3), and Benjamin (6 months). He has held various roles at Clean Harbors Environmental Services and presently serves as the National Transportation Logistics Coordinator there. To quote Tim, “I have too many children for personal time and the closest thing to a hobby I have is the occasional home improvement project that I am woefully unqualified to undertake and am always amazed when I successfully complete the task.” We are happy to hear that Tim has kept his wit and humor in the nearly ten years since he graduated!

Kevin Deak '08

It is reported that Kevin Deak graduated from Penn State, University Park in May 2013 with a degree in Hospitality Management. He is currently an Assistant Manager at Houston’s in Hackensack, NJ.

Bryant Avent ’09

Bryant has been very busy since his graduation from BA! After attending Grand Canyon University for a year, Bryant transferred to a local community college in his area. He is working on transferring to Arizona State in the fall and we wish him the best of luck – we know he will succeed! Keep up the good work, Bryant! Here, Bryant is pictured with BA Headmaster Grady Vigneau and “the legend of BA”, Tom Austin, during their recent visit to Arizona.

David E. Brackett '09

We are proud to announce that David graduated from St. Joseph’s College this spring, 2014, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in International Business! Great job, David!

Eric Clemmenson '09

Eric reports that he is Captain of the Dartmouth Men’s LAX team for 2014. During the 2013 season, he appeared and started in 13 games, including six all-six Ivy League contests. Keep up the good work, Eric!

Nadjee Harrigan '09

After attending Pfeiffer University (NC), where he played lacrosse, Nadjee has recently begun classes at Salem State College in Massachusetts, where he is pursuing a degree in Nursing. He hopes one day to specialize in pediatrics. We are happy to hear Nadjee is pursuing his goals and wish him every success!

David Martin '09

David is quite busy these days, working at the Cincinnati Sports Club and continuing his studies at Cincinnati State Community College to receive his certification as a personal trainer. From there, the sky’s the limit, as David plans on continuing his education. Always aiming for perfection, David continues to work out on a daily basis. We are sure David will be met with great success as he continues to reach for his dreams – keep up the good work, David!

2010 Chris Ames ’10

Recovering from a recent eye injury received while mountain biking, Chris’s spirits – both for BA and life in general – are not dampened, as is evidenced by this picture shared with us. There is not an eye injury to be had that can keep the fish safe from Chris!

Chris Higgins '10

Recruited during his year at BA by the University of New Haven (UNH), we are proud to announce that Chris graduated from UNH this past spring with a degree in Business Management. While at UNH, Chris played football for the Chargers and ended the 2013 season with a total of 65 yards and one touchdown on seven receptions. With his combination of ambition, drive and hard-work, we are certain to hear of future successes from Chris. Good luck!

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Brent Macleod '10

Along with fellow BA ’10 alumnus, Chris Higgins, Brent Macleod graduated from the University of New Haven (UNH) this past spring with a degree in Business Management. Recruited for the UNH football program during his year at BA, Brent was named Co-Captain of the Chargers football team during the 2013 season, during which he compiled a total of 23 tackles, including 4.5 tackles-for-loss and two sacks. A notable game against West Chester University (Pennsylvania) in September 2013 found Brent tallying six tackles, including one tackle-for-loss. We are sure to hear great things from Brent in the future – keep up the good work!

Ian Edwards '10

Ian is a 2014 graduate of the University of New England (UNE), where he earned his degree in Medical Biology . During his time at UNE, Ian was the starting goaltender for the Nor’easters Men’s Ice Hockey Team. Ian has also been a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity and was a Dean’s List student while at UNE. We are excited to hear what else the future holds for Ian!

Chad Graham '10

We hear that Chad Graham graduated from Plymouth State University in spring 2014 with a degree in Criminal Justice. We can’t wait to hear what he has planned next - way to go, Chad!

Tad Gold ’10

After being hailed “Division Three baseball player of the year” and graduating from Endicott College this past spring, Tad Gold returned to his home in Martha’s Vineyard where he resumed his place on the field playing for the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks, a collegiate summer baseball team in his hometown. It was shortly after Tad and his teammates took to the field again, in early June 2014, that he and his fellow Sharks were presented with their championship rings from the previous season, when they won their first-ever “Futures Collegiate Baseball League” title. It was an exciting evening for the Sharks, but particularly for Tad, as the night was dubbed “Tad Gold Night”, to honor the Martha’s Vineyard native for his three, loyal years playing with the Sharks. As fans celebrated Tad, receiving rally towels emblazoned with his jersey number, Tad’s world was about to change forever. A cell phone call from his coach at Endicott, moments before the ring ceremony was slated to begin, is how Tad Gold found out that he had been drafted by the Baltimore Orioles!

More than 1,200 players are taken in the Major League Baseball (MLB) draft, which stretches over three days and 40 rounds.

According to a press release from Endicott College, Tad was the fourteenth player from a Division Three school to be called up. Tad was called the third day of the draft, in the thirty-fifth round. These days, Tad can be seen playing centerfield with the Aberdeen Ironbirds of the Class A New York-Penn League, a minor league affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. On July 5th, only a few weeks after he was celebrated as a Shark in his hometown, Tad recorded his first hit as a professional baseball player. In a game against the Brooklyn Cyclones, on a field in the heart of Coney Island, Tad grounded a hard single to left field.

When not on the road, Tad can be found at his new home field, Ripken Stadium, in Aberdeen, Maryland. Tad’s bright future is certain, and we couldn’t be more proud. We are all anxious to hear more wonderful news about Tad as he continues his professional baseball career. Way to go, Tad!

Stephen Goniprow '10

Earning his American Studies degree from Trinity College in Hartford, CT in spring 2014 Steve had the distinguished honor of recently being accepted into the “Teach for America” program. The mission of this program is to “eliminate educational inequity by enlisting high-achieving recent college graduates and professionals to teach for at least two years in lowincome communities throughout the United States.” Inspired by “the widening gap between America’s haves and havenots”, Steve has pledged to work tirelessly toward narrowing that gap in his Teach for America role. In the Fall of 2014, Steve will begin carrying out this important mission as a Math Teacher at the middle school level, while pursuing his Master’s Degree in Education at Boston University. Thank you, Steve, for your commitment to education. Keep up the good work!

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Nick Marcella ’10

Nick is doing quite well at Saint Anselm College. Along with recently being named the Captain for the upcoming 2014 Hawks’ football season, Nick just completed the best season yet of his football career at the school. As a wide receiver, Nick played in all 11 games and caught 23 passes for 172 yards. He has also registered 27 grabs for 219 yards (8.1 ypc) in 21 career contests. We are excited to follow Nick’s season this Fall, where we will no doubt witness many similar such successes! Great job, Nick!

John Moscatel '10

A wide-receiver for the Southern Connecticut State University football team, John received the All-American Honors as a Third-Team pick this past spring, during his senior year. John had a break-out 2013-14 season as he led the Northeast-10 Conference in rushing yards (1,070) and rushing yards/game (107.0) during the regular season. John also ranked third in the league with ten rushing touchdowns during this most recent season. Described by Southern Connecticut State as a “versatile threat out of the backfield”, John closed the season ranked No. 7 in Division II in all-purpose yards/game (202.7). Way to go, John!

Charlie Stevens '10

Congratulations to Charlie Stephens, a 2014 graduate of Cabrini College! Charlie earned his degree in Finance from Cabrini College this past spring and was a member of the varsity lacrosse team for the Cavaliers. In the years leading up to his graduation, Charlie was an intern with BTIG, LLC, as well as with the Dole Food Company, where he lived in Guayaquil, Ecuador and assisted in farm-related finance activities such as mergers and acquisitions, loans and equipment financing.

We are excited to hear what the future has in store for Charlie – great job!

Jamie White '10

Hats off to Jamie, who graduated spring 2014 from Curry College! Along with earning spots on the Dean’s list while a student at Curry, Jamie also played soccer for the Colonels.

These days, Jamie can be found walking up the hill, again, to catch his meals at Goldsmith Dining Hall. That’s right – Jamie is back at BA, serving as an intern in the 1808 Media House!

Congratulations, Jamie!

Brian Wilcox '10

A middle linebacker on the Southern Connecticut State University football team, Brian received the high honor this past spring of being named “First-Team All-American”. Brian became only the third player in Southern Connecticut State’s history to record more than 100 tackles in a season and the first to do so since 1996. In total, Brian recorded 111 stops, which was third in the Northeast-10. Brian also ranked among the NCAA leaders as well in tackles for most of the year and concluded the regular season No. 14 in solo tackles/game.

Continuing to always strive for the best, despite receiving such an esteemed accolade, Brian tells the Southern News that his main goal is to “continue to get better and work hard every day” – a true sign that Brian is, indeed, a Wolverine.

Keep up the great work, Brian!

2011 Quinn Allen '11

Since his graduation from BA in 2011, Quinn has continued to follow his pursuit of golf perfection. A consummate and celebrated golfer from a young age, Quinn can now add “entrepreneur” and “business-owner” to his résumé.

After working under Mike Harris, the number one golf club builder in the world, Quinn returned to Bridgton where he opened SwingGem Golf . Here, he devotes his time into making golfers better players. SwingGem is the answer to golf’s latest number-one talked about technology: backweighting the golf club. The device does what is called “single-frequency matching” and can be inserted and removed from the club, without any tools or modifications, and also adds anywhere from 4-12 miles per hour of club head speed. Good luck in this new endeavor and keep up the good work, Quinn!

Christian Lavoie '11

During his post-graduate year at BA, Christian was recruited

by UMass Lowell (River Hawks) Head Coach Ken Harring, where he was immediately inserted in the starting rotation as pitcher. As a freshman with the River Hawks, Lavoie was 3-1 with a 3.71 ERA and earned a career-best 3.21 ERA with the River Hawks the following year. He has played with the Pittsfield Suns of the Futures Collegiate Baseball League and, this past spring, Christian moved to Division I, where he went 1-4 with a 4.13 ERA. Most recently – the summer of 2014 – Christian could be seen playing once again under the leadership of his old BA coach, Aaron Izaryk. Christian is considered a “rising senior” heading into his final year at UMass Lowell and we wish him well. We are certain to hear many more great things from Christian as he continues his athletic career

John Casaletto '11

We are proud to report that John has now made the Dean’s list for the second year in a row at Merrimack College. We couldn’t be prouder of him for this exemplary achievement!

Tanner Chase '11

After making the Dean’s List at Keene State College this past semester, Tanner has been busy working a summer internship in the Safety and Health Department at Genzyme Corporation in Framingham, Massachusetts.

He was recently chosen to be Captain of the Keene State baseball team next year and plans to graduate in Spring 2015 – keep up the great work, Tanner!

Tommy McDonnell ’11

After graduating from BA, Tommy went on to study at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) where he plays basketball for the Wildcats and was recently named Captain of the 2014-15 UNH Basketball Team. Along with being included in the 2014 America East Academic Honor Roll, Tommy was also honored with the seventh annual Coach Gerry Friel Award, given to the player who best exemplifies teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance and academics. Tommy ranked fourth on his team in rebounds per game and finished this most recent season ranked 16th in the America East in rebounding. Tommy is majoring in Business Administration at UNH. Way to go, Tommy! 15

Christopher C. Watkins '11

Christopher has just finished up his junior year at Eastern Washington University, where he is a Chemistry major and member of the EWU Eagles ice hockey team. Keep up the good work, Chris!

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Jackson Burke '12

After deciding to explore new horizons, Jackson headed west, and is now attending a new college in the Los Angeles area, designed specifically for athletes, where he will pursue his basketball aspirations. We look forward to hearing more new from Jackson as he follows his dreams!

Amir Garrett '12

In the fall of 2011, Amir Garrett came to Bridgton Academy, having signed as a left-handed pitcher with the Cincinnati Reds organization just a few months prior to the start of school. Amir attended Bridgton for only one semester before heading to college, playing as a member of the Wolverine basketball squad during that time. Over the holiday break, Amir went on to St. John’s College, where he continued his basketball career. Earlier this spring, Garrett announced that he had given up his hoops aspirations, and is now planning to continue pursuing his dream on the mound. Amir is playing Class A baseball in Dayton and, as of August 15th, had not given up a run in his past three starts, with 76 strikeouts to 19 walks since June 1. With a 92+ mph fast ball, the prospects are looking good for Amir. Congratulations and good luck!

Tony Marcella '12

Tony is pursuing his studies at Emmanuel College in Boston, where he is also a distinguished member of the Saints lacrosse team. During his freshman year, Tony appeared in 13 games for the Saints, getting four starts that year as a faceoff specialist. He has taken 79 face-offs, winning 35 of them, which has ranked him second on his team. Tony is pursuing a Criminal Justice degree at Emmanuel College and we look forward to hearing more great updates on him as he reaches for this goal. Good luck, Tony!

Matt Pagano ’12

An outfielder for the Sanford Mainers, member of the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL), here Matt is pictured with his parents during a recent game. Together with fellow BA alumni Sam Stauble ’13 and Christian Lavoie ’11, Matt and the Mainers won the Northern Division title and clinched a trip to the NECBL Championship Series. Way to go, Matt!

Recognize these guys??

A motley crew indeed!

Pictured here are BA’s very own Seamus Landers ’13 (Worcester State), Quinn Moynihan ’13 (Holy Cross) and Colin Clancy ’12 (Assumption College). They

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are joined by none other than their venerable and beloved BA Headmaster, Grady Vigneau, PP ’12 during his visit to their Central New England Baseball Association (CNEBA) game.

Here, Seamus and Quinn can be seen with Headmaster Vigneau as their CNEBA team, the Clinton 76ers, take on Colin’s team, the Acton Merchants. As you can see, BA ties run deeper than rivalries in the CNEBA!

Teddy Beckman ’13

BA’s very own, Chris Webb, Director of Admissions, participated in the DudleyPickman Memorial Golf Tournament with Teddy and his father, Dan, at the beautiful Myopia Country Club in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. Pictured here (from left to right) are Chris Webb, Teddy and his father, Dan.

2014 Jhalen Bien Aime ’14

Jhalen was honored on Wednesday, May 21st, at Bowdoin College as Maine’s only “prep school” scholarathlete by the Maine Chapter of the National Football Foundation. Jhalen continues an impressive trend of many consecutive years of BA football student-athletes being honored by the Maine Chapter. Here, Jhalen (center) is pictured with Coach Daley (left) and Coach Dube (right). We couldn’t be more proud – congratulations, Jhalen!!

Dan Curran '14

We are proud to report that recent BA grad, Dan Curran, completed his Cadet Basic Training at the United States Military Academy at West Point earlier this summer. Along with the accomplishment of this stellar feat, Dan was also named one of three hockey goaltenders for West Point’s NCAA Divison I program. Thank you for dedicating yourself to the service of our country and keep up the good work!

Troy Pelletier ’14

At a recent visit to UNH to watch the Wildcats take on Lehigh University’s football team, Headmaster Grady Vigneau and his wife, Merry, caught a glimpse of Lehigh’s newest powerhouse – none other than Troy Pelletier ’14! Troy, who is pictured here as #85, scored the first two touchdowns for Lehigh!

Congratulations, Troy, and keep up the good work! Troy has also been named to the Watch List for the Jerry Rice award, honoring the best Freshman in College Football!

FRIENDS OF BA William “Bill” Haylon

We are excited for Bill and the publication of his second novel The Missing Something Club. Bill’s most recent novel centers around a woman who has just turned fifty and is struggling with that next chapter of her life – no longer consumed with parenting, a marriage gone bad, mortality more haunting than before. This and, Bill’s earlier publication, I’m Will, are available on Amazon.com.

IN MEMORIAM Elizabeth Maxfield ’30 (June 18, 2013)

Elizabeth passed away at the age of 100 at Norway Rehabilitation and Living Center, surrounded by her family. She was born in Waterford, Maine on May 18, 1913 and attended grade school on Plummer Hill in Waterford and graduated with the Bridgton Academy Class of 1930. While at Bridgton, Elizabeth was an avid member of the girls’ basketball team. After her graduation from BA, Elizabeth went on to study beauty culture and worked for J.J. Newberry’s, Camp HaWa-Ya, Camp Pinecliffe and Carl Day’s Blanket Business. Most of all, Elizabeth was a dedicated homemaker. She married Harold N. Maxfield of Harrison, where they lived for 50 years before moving to Waterford. Elizabeth and Harold shared 63 wonderful years together. Elizabeth was also a former member of the Woodland Rebekah Lodge in Harrison, as well as a member of the Ronald G. St. John V.F.W. Auxiliary Post 9328 and a member of the Norway Baptist Church.

Dearly loved by her family and many friends, Elizabeth was truly a mother and was always ready to feed and/or give you something. She enjoyed family gatherings, knitting, crocheting, sewing, working outside, doing crossword puzzles, playing Scrabble and cooking. A beloved member of the community, Elizabeth will be greatly missed.

Ruby Chapman Whitney ’34 (July 4, 2013)

Ruby passed away peacefully on July 4, 2013, with her loving family by her side. Born September 3, 1915 in Harrison, Ruby attended local schools and graduated from Bridgton Academy in 1934, after which she went on to complete a correspondence course in Commercial Art. While at Bridgton Academy, she met a baseball player named Clyde Whitney, from the BA Class of 1932. She and Clyde married in 1934 and moved to South Casco. They later built a home on Raymond Cape, where they owned and operated Rocky Knoll Poultry Farm. Together, they were avid hunters, fishermen and gardeners. They had two children, Sandra W. Swett and Wayne Whitney. As well as running a farm, Ruby worked for many years at Pineland Hospital in housekeeping, eventually becoming the Head of the department.

Ruby loved music. She was a passionate spoon player, never missing an opportunity to pull those beloved spoons out of her bag and play along or on her own for all to enjoy. Along with the spoons, Ruby was an accomplished piano and accordion player and teacher for many years.

During retirement, Ruby and Clyde loved to travel, often bringing one of their grandchildren along. She enjoyed Sunday drives, seeking out new places to discover. She was active in the local and state granges, holding many offices. Ruby was well known for her creativity, never missing an opportunity to make a costume for herself or her grandchildren and marching in parades, putting on skits, or sewing for grange competitions. Ruby Whitney ’34, will be greatly missed by all.

Emma Libby Luke ’37 (April 11, 2014)

Beloved wife, mother, sister and aunt, Emma Libby Luke, from the Bridgton Academy Class of 1937 passed peacefully on April 11, 2014. Emma blazed a trail for women in engineering. She worked at Fort Monmouth in New Jersey and was a devoted San Antonio Spurs fan. She touched many lives and is sorely missed by many.

Oren Shiro ’38 (08/25/2014)

Oren R. Shiro, 94, died peacefully on August 25, 2014, after spending the last weeks in the loving care of his daughter, Cindy A. Shiro. in Southbridge, Massachusetts. Raised in Waterville, Maine, Oren learned from his parents the value of hard work, love of family, and dedication to community.

Oren attended Waterville High School, where he excelled at basketball, football, and baseball and was a graduate of the Bridgton Academy Class of 1938. He was always proud that he also kept up with his studies. Oren went on to attend Colby College. During his senior year at Colby, he was the only athlete ever to have lettered in 4 sports - basketball, football, baseball and golf. Again, to his great pride, he continued to keep up with his studies. Upon graduating from Colby, Oren rushed to join the U.S. Navy to support his country in WWII. He was assigned to an attack cargo ship, the USS

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Titania and was in the South Pacific for 33 months. He was involved in 11 invasions and served in the dangerous position of beach master for 7 of those invasions. Oren’s experiences were harrowing, but he fought with pride for his country, for his shipmates, and for freedom.

After returning from the War, Oren took over the family business and built the Jefferson Hotel into one of the finest restaurants in New England. He worked tirelessly, with his beloved mother, to maintain the personal interactions with his customers, many of whom he called friends. He was a great restaurateur and expanded the business by adding the very popular attraction of Chinese cuisine. This fare was so popular that, on New Year’s Eves, he sent orders as far north as Bangor and as far south as Augusta, to satisfy customers yen for Chinese food. Oren’s illustrious sports career blossomed after WWII. He began to play golf with a passion. He was a founding member of the Waterville Country Club and spent countless hours practicing and perfecting his game. He was self-taught and tailored his game to high competition. He enjoyed the camaraderie of the game, the spirit of the game and the gamesmanship of competition. Oren won several club championships and won the Maine State Amateur at 59 years old - the oldest champion. He also won four New England Senior Championships and qualified for the U.S. Senior Championship several times. Oren enjoyed travelling with his wife to these far away venues to meet new friends and to experience new, challenging courses. Oren’s crowning achievement was his induction into the Maine State Sports Hall Of Fame.

Oren is predeceased by his wife, Jeanne, his daughter, Lois, his two sisters, Marcia Beckerman and Anna Price. He is survived by his daughter, Cindy, his son, Mark, two brothers, Burton and Ted Shiro, and his sister, Gladys Adelson.

Oren’s love and his influence throughout his family and many friends’ lives will carry on forever.

Richard Rice ’39 (April 4, 2014)

Richard Rice passed away on April 4, 2014, with his loving wife by his side. Richard was born on November 12, 1920, the son of George H. and Helen Hamlin Rice. He attended school in Waterford, starting at the Plummer Hill School, and graduated from Bridgton Academy in 1939 where he excelled in Track. Richard graduated alongside his twin sister, Rachel (Rice) Deans, who also graduated with the Bridgton Academy Class of 1939.

After graduating from BA, Richard stayed on the family farm; helping his parents and giving exceptional care to his mother in her later years. He worked tirelessly, along with his brother, Albert, producing milk, raising vegetables and selling firewood and timber. For many years he worked for Morse Orchards in the fall picking apples.

Richard married Alta Chaplin on January 26, 1980 and together they continued to carry on the work on the farm, along with their son, Rick.

Richard saw many changes in farming and wood harvesting operations over the years, working with oxen, horses and then tractors. He enjoyed seeing his farm change and the work carry on with modern equipment. Richard always had an anecdote to share about “how it used to be done”. Richard will be greatly missed by his many friends and family and within the community.

Dorothy Morrison Latham ’40 (December 28, 2013)

Dorothy passed away on December 28, 2013 following a brief illness. She was born on May 4, 1922, the daughter of William and Berdena Marcque Morrison. She attended local schools and graduated from Bridgton Academy in 1940. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert M. Latham, whom she married in 1943. Dorothy was a lifelong resident of Harrison and worked as a cook and laundress at several area camps, including Long Lake Lodge and Camp Bendito. She loved to knit and sew and, over the years, made several quilts for her family. In her younger years she and her husband, Bob, spent many happy summers at their camp on Long Lake. Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Nancy L. Pieri and husband Kent of Voorheesville, NY, and Cynthia L. Wentworth and husband Steve of Bridgton , as well as a son, Timothy R. Latham, of Hartland. Other survivors include a sister, Priscilla McGarry and husband, Rod, of Portland, four grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, two great-great grandsons. She was predeceased by her brothers, Hazen and David Morrison. Dorothy will be sorely missed by her family and many friends in Harrison and the surrounding community.

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Herbert E. Barwell ’41 (December 3, 2013)

Herbert E. Barwell, 94, of North Andover, died December 3, 2013, at the Lawrence General Hospital in Lawrence. Herbert was born in North Andover, April 28, 1919, to the late C. David and L. Blanche (Hall) Barwell. He was a graduate of Johnson High School, Class of 1938 and was an exceptional athlete, having been inducted into the North Andover High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Herbert attended Bridgton Academy, where he played football, hockey and baseball for the Black and Grey. After his graduation from BA, Herbert went on to attend Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts. In the years that followed his graduation, Herbert remained a faithful and loyal supporter of Bridgton Academy.

He was a member of the Cochichewick Lodge of Masons and enjoyed golfing, fishing and gardening and was also an accomplished musician, with a special talent for the clarinet. Herbert served in the US Army during WWII. He was a wounded combat veteran serving in the European Theatre of Operations in the 317th Infantry Regiment 80th Division 3rd Army. He was also a member of the VFW and American Legion. Herbert worked as a salesman for over 40 years with Colgate Palmolive and other companies.

Herbert was married to his wife of 61 years, Barbara E. (Hainsworth) Barwell, until her death in 2005. He was predeceased by his son, Charles D. Barwell, who died as a child and held a special place in his father’s heart. Survivors include his son, James, and his wife, Louise Barwell, of New Durham, N.H.; daughter, Beth and her husband, Wayne Boardman, of Homosassa, Fla. Grandchildren, Amy, Candace, Mark, Drew and Laura. Great-grandchildren, Devin, Kyle, Olivia, Jeremy and Kate. A nephew, David Sartrys and a niece, Susan Doyle. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Barwell family and Herbert’s many friends. Herbert will certainly be missed within the BA community as well.

Ruth Haynes Chute ’43 (January 4, 2014)

Ruth Haynes Chute passed away in January after a short illness, and after waiting to visit with all of her children and grandchildren from around the world.

Ruth was born on November 9, 1925 in South Waterford, the daughter of Harry and Carrie Hamlin Haynes. She graduated from Bridgton Academy in 1943, where she was very active in school affairs. Among many the many activities she participated in, Ruth played basketball and hockey and was the vice-president of her class. After her graduation from BA, Ruth went on to the University of Maine, where she graduated in 1947 with a degree in Home Economics.

During the wildfires of 1947, Ruth married her high school sweetheart, Glenn Chute. Together with her family, they built a campground at Keoka Beach in South Waterford. Ruth also assisted her husband in managing the camping at the Fryeburg Fair for many years. Ruth and her husband wintered in Apache Junction, Arizona, where she loved playing the piano and making afghans for her many friends and family.

Ruth was also a pianist at Bear Mt. Grange # 62 where she had been a member for more than 70 years. She also belonged to Pomona, State and National Grange, North American Family Campers Association, Pine Tree Chapter and White Mt. Sams.

Ruth is survived by her loving husband and three children. She also leaves behind six grandchildren as well as several greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. A beloved member of local communities in both Maine and Arizona, Ruth will be sorely missed.

Samuel L. Pitts ’44 (May 27, 2013)

Samuel “Bud” Lee Pitts, Jr., also known as “Mr. Oak”, 86, passed away at his home in Harrison, Maine on Memorial Day, 2013, with his daughter by his side.

A life-long resident of Harrison, Sam was born July 23, 1926 in N. Bridgton, Maine, the son of Samuel Lee & Fannie Fae Witter Pitts. He attended grade school in Harrison and was a 1944 graduate of Bridgton Academy. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp. in 1945 and served our country for two years, mostly in Agana Guam. On April 30, 1948, Sam married Emma Hobbs, with whom he had three daughters.

Sam wore many hats in his lifetime. He ran his father’s portable saw mill and was manager for Ben Cohen’s lumber mill in Norway; after which he became manager and timber buyer for Wilner’s Wood Heel Products. Sam also trained race horses at Yonkers Raceway in NY, and took his family to winter training in Florida for three years. He was co-owner of Vacationland Campsites on Crystal Lake in Harrison with his brother, Russell, and sister, Virginia. He ran this campsite from 1960, until it was sold in 1971. In the winter of 1969, Sam groomed trails on the campsite property, as well as up Hawk Mountain. At this time, he also opened Vacationland

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Ski-Mobile Area. In the early 70’s, Sam began making and selling pine furniture. He opened a shop to sell these fine works in the Harrison. Sam also held Saturday night dances in his furniture store during winter, which created great, lasting, memories for many.

In April, 1978, Sam married Irma Maxfield Hibbard in their Victorian home on Main Street in Harrison. Sam converted the attached barn into a workshop and show room and began refinishing and selling oak furniture. It was at this point, that he named his business “Mr. Oak’s”. Sam thus became known as “Mr. Oak” and ran this business until 2005, when he retired at age 79. Sam became a well-known furniture dealer in New England, and his works were shipped all over the country.

Sam took great pride in the Harrison of his youth and in the Harrison of today. He had an amazing memory for names, dates and events. When he retired he wrote stories of his youth, capturing what it was like for his generation to grow up in Harrison.

He video-taped all the houses in Harrison village, narrating who owned each house in the 50’s and 60’s and telling a story or two along the way. A die-hard Red Sox fan, Sam was known to keep daily postings on his front porch, announcing who is beloved Sox would be playing that day. He enjoyed attending many games at Fenway with his daughter, Judy.

Sam was at his happiest, though, when his family would visit for Harrison’s Old Home Days, Christmas, or just to play and swim at Crystal Lake Park. Fireworks on his back porch were a yearly family tradition. Together, he and his daughter, Donna, wrote the history of the Pitts family of Harrison.

For two generations of families, a visit to Mr. Oak’s to see his Christmas decorations were a tradition. Sam’s last wish was to see the gazebo in Crystal Lake Park finished. In 2005 he had given a generous donation in hopes of seeing it built in order to bring summer concerts to the park. Unfortunately monies ran out and the gazebo was never completed. When the community was made aware, donations came in and his grandson, Justin McIver completed construction on the gazebo.

We had our first concert in Honor of Sam on May 5th thanks to local musicians who made it happen. He was there to see and hear it all.

Sam leaves behind many members of his loving family. Sam was a tremendous presence in his community, and within his family, and is greatly missed. We know, however, that his spirit lives on in the legacy he has left behind.

Marjorie Manter Rogers ’45 (January 3, 2013)

Marjorie Manter Rogers passed away on January 3, 2013 in the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital at the age of 84.

Meadowbrook Farm, in Martha’s Vineyard, had been Mrs. Rogers’s home since 1970, when she married Harold D. Rogers, who had grown up here in the early years of the last century.

Marjorie’s family, the Manters, also had a tradition, spanning fourteen generations, on Martha’s Vineyard. Marjorie was predeceased by her husband, who passed away in 2000.

Marjorie was well-known in her community for her passion of riding horses, raising horses, and teaching and inspiring countless people to share in this passion as well.

Marjorie had been riding since she was a girl, when her mother gave her a Shetland pony. Her skill and passion came to full fruition in 1954, when she opened Pond View Farm in West Tisbury on Tisbury Great Pond. It was a business, offering riding lessons and trail rides to adults and children, but its larger significance was informal. Quickly, Pond View Farm became a sort of open house for West Tisbury teenagers. Under Marjorie Manter’s watchful supervision, the kids, most of them girls, did farm work in exchange for riding lessons and trail rides. They cleaned stalls, fed and watered the horses, prepared them for the paying customers. And then they rode, sometimes with Marjorie, often on their own. Many folks in her community still recall their time riding with Marjorie as “the fondest years in their adolescence”.

Marjorie Davis Manter was born in August 1928, the second of three children. She grew up in the out-of-doors; roaming woods and fields, fishing, hunting, riding.

In 1943, her junior year of high school, Marjorie enrolled at Bridgton Academy. Here, she played field hockey, basketball and softball. She also skied and practiced archery. In the 1945 edition of The Stranger, her yearbook quote read: “Boots, saddle, to horse and away.” She cherished her years at Bridgton and supported “The Black and The Grey” for a number of years.

Marjorie enjoyed reading mystery novels and playing Scrabble and cribbage. She was sociable and liked to both visit, and receive, guests. Marjorie also loved cats. Marjorie leaves behind innumerable friends and family both in her Martha’s Vineyard community and beyond.

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Ruth (Pike) O’Brien ’45 (September 20, 2013)

Ruth O’Brien, 86, of South Paris, Maine, passed away on Friday, Sept. 20, 2013.

Ruth was born in nearby Waterford, Maine to Clayton and Grace Skinner Pike on Oct. 8, 1926. She attended public schools in Waterford before graduating from Bridgton Academy in 1945. While at BA, Ruth was a popular athlete, playing basketball, hockey and softball; the latter of which she was co-captain during her senior year.

At the age of 14, Ruth and her twin sister, Reta, would load truckloads of timber and bring it out of the woods with oxen while their brothers served in World War II. Ruth lived and worked locally with the work ethic she learned growing up on the farm. She was a 35-year active member of the Ronald G. St. John VFW Post in Harrison, named for her beloved nephew. Ruth was also a longtime member of the Grace Baptist Church in South Paris.

Ruth is survived by children, Cindy Moxcey and Diana Moxcey, Heather Grow and Dylan Andrews; nine great-grandchildren; and sisters, Lelia Hill, Laura Richardson, Betty Adams and Eva Thurlow. Of the many activities she enjoyed, spending time with family and friends was treasured most by Ruth. Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Jim, and son, Rocky Bonney, as well as a grandson; brothers, John, Wendall, Robert, Fred and Herbert Pike; and sisters, Edith Monk and Reta St. John.

Ruth was a well-known woman in her local community and is dearly missed by the many friends and family she left behind.

Dana L. Woodbury ’47 (December 5, 2013)

Dana Lord Woodbury, 87, of Portland, Maine, passed peacefully on December 5, 2013 with his children and first grandchild by his side.

Born in Portland, Dana attended Deering High School before graduating from Bridgton Academy in 1947 where he was a member of the football, basketball and baseball teams, as well as a member of the Camera Club.

Dana proudly served his country in the Navy on the USS Fall River during World War II. Upon returning, he attended both The University of Maine at Brunswick and Boston University.

A man with extraordinary talents and a deep compassion for others, Dana lived his life fully engaged and always appreciated each day as a gift.

Dana eventually made his career in freight transportation, with companies including Hannaford Bros., Roadway and St. Johnsbury. A notable multitasker, he always found time for Sunday drives with his family, fishing expeditions and cheering on his children at sporting events.

In most recent years, he enjoyed ushering at Merrill Auditorium, providing security at the Portland Expo or helping folks find their seats at a Sea Dogs game; he relished in meeting new people. A great joy to Dana was volunteering through the Foster Grandparent Program.

With a love for books, a thirst for knowledge and an appetite for good food, Dana also welcomed philosophical and lively political discussions. A member of the Unitarian Church, he frequented spiritual and educational retreats at Star Island for many years. Dana was also an avid outdoorsman and had a fine appreciation and respect for the natural world around him.

His flower and vegetable gardens provided a variety of colors for many to enjoy. Dana loved all of Maine: the ocean, the blueberry fields, the forests and the mountains.

He is survived by his four children, John Woodbury, Richard, Peter Woodbury and Barbara Woodbury Marzelli and 10 grandchildren: Jessica, Sara, Brian, Eric, Kassandra, Justin, Joshua, Jason, Brooke and Leah.

Dana’s final wish was for those who knew him to continue offering kindness to one another each and every day.

Edward L. Kershaw ’48, Trustee (2001-2007) (June 14, 2013)

Edward “Ted” Lawrence Kershaw, 83 passed away on Friday, June 14, 2013 in Idaho, where he was a resident of Nampa.

Ted had a long history with Bridgton Academy. Born and raised in Lawrence, Massachusetts, Ted enrolled for the one-year, post-graduate program at BA and graduated from our historic school in 1948. A competitive athlete, Ted played on the basketball and baseball teams, but it was his performance on the cross country team for which he is remembered: he not only won all but one meet in which he ran, but also broke the Fryeburg Academy course record by two minutes. In addition to his athleticism, Ted was highly regarded by his classmates for his quiet kindness, sense of humor and warm personality.

Following his graduation from Bridgton Academy, Ted earned both his Bachelor’s Degree, and then Master’s Degree in

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education from Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts. He then embarked on a career in management which included working many years for the Easter Seal Society, a non-profit, nationwide, community-based health agency dedicated to helping children and adults with disabilities attain greater independence. Having served as President of both the North Carolina Easter Seal Society and the New York Easter Seal Society, Ted received the National Easter Seal Societies’ Medders Award in both 1982 and 1992.

Through the years, Ted maintained his connection to the Bridgton Academy community; as he wrote in a letter to Headmaster Bob Walker in 1990, “The year I spent at Bridgton Academy was without a doubt the most important one in my academic career.” That year was made possible for Ted by his mother, and he chose to commemorate both her and the Academy in a significant way by establishing the Flora H. Kershaw Scholarship in 1997. He explained, “My mother sent me here when she didn’t have two nickels to rub together, and BA had a great impact on my life.” This scholarship is awarded every year to a deserving student in need of financial assistance in order to attend the Academy. By honoring his mother in this way, Ted and his family have provided many young men with the opportunity to pursue a year of study at BA in preparation for the transition to college.

In 1998, Ted was honored by Bridgton Academy with the Alumni Service Award. He was elected to the Bridgton Academy Board of Trustees in 2001, which he served with integrity and dedication for many years, and provided his expertise in management, as well as his personal experience as an alumnus. In 2004, Ted made another significant contribution to Bridgton Academy through the Third Century Fund Campaign, once again in honor of a woman who was highly influential in his life: he chose to name a space in the new Humanities Center on campus for his beloved mother. The Flora H. Kershaw Academic Deans Office is located in the Student Services suite on the first floor of this building and provides a permanent and prominent location for our Academic Dean, Mrs. Binaca Macdonald, to meet with students. In recognition of his various achievements and numerous contributions to our Academy, Ted was inducted into the Bridgton Academy Hall of Fame in 2009.

Ted’s absence in the BA community, his community in Nampa, Idaho, and the many places across the country in which he made a difference, is felt on a daily basis by all those whose lives he touched. Ted’s compassion and generosity has left a lasting legacy for all those who were lucky enough to have known this fine man. Rest in peace, Mr. Kershaw.

Robert A. Smith ’48 (June 27, 2014)

Robert A. Smith, D.P.M. 85, of North Andover, Massachusetts passed away on June 27, 2014 surrounded by his family at his residence.

Robert was born in Lawrence, MA on July 12, 1928. He graduated from Johnson High School in 1946 and from Bridgton Academy in 1948. At Bridgton, Dr. Smith was known for having “one of the sunniest dispositions at BA”, and was a member of the football, basketball and baseball teams. A trumpet player, Robert also participated in the dance band and orchestra.

Upon his graduation from BA, Robery went on to study at the Beacon Institute of Podiatry, from where he graduated in1952. He received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in 1956, and was a member of the American College Of Foot Surgeons.

Dr. Smith practiced in the Greater Lawrence area for 38 years and, most recently, held his practice at the Doctors Medical Center in Lawrence.

Dr.Smith was an avid outdoorsman and fly fisherman. He enjoyed fishing and hunting in New England, Alaska and New Brunswick, Canada.

He was a ten year member of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Podiatry and served as Chairman of the Board for two years. As an outdoorsman, Dr. Smith was also a member and past president of the Whittier Bird and Dog Club in Haverhill, as well as a member of the Andover Sportsmen Club. He also was a past president of the Methuen Lion’s Club and past president of the Ridgewood Cemetery Association in North Andover.

Dr. Smith enjoyed tennis and jogging and was a member of Cederdale Athletic Club for many years.

He is survived by his wife Jean (Calder) Smith of North Andover and his daughter, Helen Gorman and her husband John of North Andover. Also among his survivors are his two grandchildren, Zachary and Brooks Gorman and many nieces and nephews. Dr.Smith was predeceased by his daughter Kimberly Smith Flint.

An active resident of his community, and a loving husband, father and grandfather, Dr. Smith’s absence will be felt by many.

Ruth Autio Harju ’49 (January 18, 2014)

Ruth E. Autio Harju, 82, passed away on January 18, 2014, at the Bridgton Health Care Center in Bridgton, Maine.

Ruth was born on August 5, 1931, in South Paris, Maine, the daughter of Pastor George (Yrjö) and Tynne Autio. Much of her early childhood was spent in Wisconsin, but she returned to Maine to graduate as valedictorian from Bridgton Academy in

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June, 1949. A stellar student while at Bridgton, Ruth was also very involved in school activities. Among the many programs Ruth participated in, she was a member of the Art Club, Press Club, French Club and Student Council, and was also on the board of The Stranger. Shortly after her graduation from BA, in September, 1949, Ruth married Aarne I. Harju, also from Harrison, Maine.

Ruth was an active Girl Scout leader, taught Sunday School for many years and served on various church committees. She was also a member of the Pleasant Mountain Presbyterian Church in Bridgton.

In 1969, Ruth she graduated cum laude from the University of New Hampshire (UNH), with a degree in Colonial American History and was initiated into Phi Beta Kappa by the Beta Chapter of New Hampshire. She continued her studies at UNH, earning her Master’s Degree in History.

Ruth loved reading and had a large library of books on every subject imaginable, including foreign languages, philosophy, history, science, fairy tales and the classics, and she generously shared her books with anyone who had a common interest.

She also loved telling stories to her children and grandchildren: Bible stories and stories of magic, tales of mischievous imps, fantastical beings, wondrous places, stories about strong women and the family. These stories followed her children and grandchildren into adulthood and have continued to stay with them.

For many years, Ruth collected dolls; she was also an avid button collector and was a member of the Maine State Button Society. She also loved music and enjoyed singing and playing her Finnish lap-harp (kantele).

Ruth also took great pleasure in traveling. In 1990, she visited Japan as part of a “Travel for Academic Growth” program at Goddard University in Vermont. She went on to make two additional trips to that country. She also visited Canada, New Orleans and made a cross country trip through the United States.

Among Ruth’s many passions was cooking – and she was excellent. While her family will never forget her special celebration of Plato’s birthday, the medieval dinner she hosted, or her Japanese tea ceremony, they will especially miss her Thanksgiving pies, and the baked beans and other everyday foods she always prepared for family get-togethers.

In spite of her active life, Mrs. Harju always had time for her family. No one who needed help was ever turned away and friends and family were always welcome in her home.

She retired from the Bridgton school system after teaching at Bridgton Jr. High School and Stevens Brook Elementary School.

She is survived by her children, as well as 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, one great, great grandchild. Survivors also include her brother, Martin Autio, and sister-in-law, Barbara Autio, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Martin Harju, who died in 1996, and her ex-husband, Aarne, with whom she remained close friends.

Jerry A. Romano ’52 (April 10, 2014)

Jerry A. Romano, of Palo Alto, California, passed away at the age of 80 on April 10, 2014 from heart failure.

Jerry grew up in his never-to-be-forgotten neighborhood in Malden, Massachusetts. His affection for this area led to his authorship in 2006 of the book Monkey Corner: Life on the Outside Looking In. He wrote about the life-lasting influences this poor, blue-collar neighborhood had on his own life’s adventures.

Jerry was a 1952 graduate of Bridgton Academy, where he excelled on the field (football), the court and the track. He was also Class President and participated in many activities, including the Glee Club and Songsters. Jerry was always proud of the time he spent at BA and his longstanding support for his alma mater continued in his final days.

After his graduation from BA, Jerry went on to study at Brown University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts, and Boston University, where he earned his Master’s Degree in Education. Jerry spent the majority of his career in the educational publishing industry. He worked in upper editorial positions with the college division of Ginn & Company, The Macmillan Company and the school division of Houghton Mifflin Company. He later founded The Smart Alex Press, a computer-based curriculum company in Boston. After a move to California, he established the School Time Software Company in Los Altos.

Both companies produced literacy materials for disadvantaged students.

In 1995, Mr. Romano retired in Palo Alto, California, where he enjoyed the rest of his life restoring old cars, making model airplanes, creating children’s toys and whimsical art pieces, writing, reading and, in general, indulging his creative interests.

Jerry leaves Mary Romano, his ex-wife and life-long best pal, Soo-Ling Chan, his wonderful, later-life partner, his daughter Paula Romano, her partner Marion Schwindeman and their talented son Vlad, his sisters Marie Marino and Louise Bonanno, his brother Tony Romano and wife Karin; and all his other wonderful relatives, friends and “Monkey Corner” buddies who added so much meaning to his life. Jerry will be sorely missed by many.

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Richard A. Allen ’53 (March 15, 2014)

Richard A. “Dick” Allen of North Bridgton, passed away on March 15, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was seventy-eight.

Born on June 1, 1935, in Harrison, Maine, to Frank and Susie Allen, Richard grew up in North Bridgton, where he would later return to live in his childhood home. Dick was a 1953 graduate of Bridgton Academy where he played football and baseball. Dick was also a member of the Art, Camera and Projectionist Clubs, as well as the orchestra. After his graduation from BA, Dick joined the U.S. Army, where he honorably served his country in Korea.

Dick worked for the Maine State Forestry Service for more than 30 years, retiring in 1987. He spent more than 35 years with the North Bridgton Fire Department, where he served as chief for many years. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman and an active Ham Radio operator. He will always be remembered as a generous man, loving father, and doting grandfather.

Dick was predeceased by both parents. He is survived by his wife of 16 years, mother of his children, and best friend, Brenda Marcotte; daughters Bethany Allen (children Rachael, Christian, and Brittany), and Susan Miller (husband Paul); son Jeffrey Allen (wife Sarah and son James); brother Russell (wife Kathy); nephews Ryan (wife Maria and children Ashlea and Dustin), and Nathan (wife Jeannie); and niece Katrina (husband Scott and son Jack).

Dick will be greatly missed by his family and many friends, and the North Bridgton community.

Morrill F. Smith ’54 (February 18, 2013)

Morrill F. Smith, 80, of Cranston, Rhode Island, passed away on February 18. Morrill was the beloved husband of Mary Jo (Skomro) Smith. Born in Brunswick, Maine, he was the son of the late Morrill F. and Helen (Talbot) Smith.

A graduate of the Bridgton Academy class of 1954, Morrill was a very active member of the BA community. A member of numerous programs on campus, including the Glee Club, Stranger staff and Prize Speaking, Morrill was also the Student Council President and played varsity baseball. He was also the varsity basketball manager.

After his graduation from Bridgton, Morrill went on to study at the University of Maine, graduating in 1959. His graduation from U. Maine was followed by a career of working with youth as a YMCA Camp Director in the cities of Madison, NJ, Springfield, MA, Keene, NH, Syracuse, NY and, from 19781985, at the Camp Westwood YMCA in Coventry, Rhode Island. Morrill also proudly served his country in The United States Army during the Korean War and received military honors at his burial.

He was the loving father of Susan E. Carlson and her husband, Richard; Cheryl A. Anika and her husband, Robert; and the late Michael J. Smith. Morrill was also a devoted grandfather to Robert, Kristina and Tricia, as well as a cherished greatgrandfather to Jackson.

A well-loved man by many, Morrill’s absence will be felt by all those who were lucky enough to know him.

Charles L. Butland ’57 (May 23, 2014)

Inventor and entrepreneur, Charles “Charlie” Butland, of Tuscon, Arizona, passed away on May 23, 2014.

Born in Amesbury, Massachusetts, Charlie was the son of the late Freeman and Mary (Wilson) Butland. He is predeceased by a brother, Donald, and is survived by brothers Freeman and Robert, and their respective families, including several nieces and nephews.

A graduate of the Bridgton Academy Class of 1957, Charlie played football and varsity baseball for the Black and the Grey and also participated in the Christmas Concert, Press Club and Humdingers. After his graduation from BA, Charlie went on to attend Boston University, where he had received a football scholarship. The unexpected passing of his father, however, led Charlie to leave the university and return home to help his family. Shortly thereafter, Charlie joined the Marines, where he was stationed in California.

It was after his honorable discharge from the service that Charlie launched his brilliant career as an inventor and entrepreneur.

He developed several patents used for identifying fingerprints with DNA. Charlie was further inspired by the first legal cases using DNA evidence, including the O.J. Simpson trial. Charlie’s DNA Taggant technology has led to the subsequent millions of uses of DNA markers for authentication, anti-counterfeiting and the tracking of art, commercial products and music. Among Charlie’s impressive list of clients are the Sydney Olympics, the NFL, Mohammed Ali, Joseph Barbera (Hanna-Barbera) and artist, Thomas Kinkade. Charlie’s company, DNA Technologies, as well as his patents, are still in use to this day.

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Later in life, Charlie was a featured speaker and educator on topics such as inventing and entrepreneurship. Charlie was also a published author, penning the inspirational “Charlie’s Thoughts” in 1999, as well as his biography, which he recently completed and which is due for publication soon.

An inspiration, a bon-vivant and a great storyteller, Charlie will be missed by all.

David MacFarland ’59

We were saddened to learn of the passing of BA ’59 alumnus, David MacFarland.

Peter Marggraf ’59 (September 17, 2014)

Beloved member of the BA community, Peter F. Marggraf, passed away on September 17, 2014 at the age of seventy-four.

Born in Methuen, Massachusetts on February 10, Peter would go on to live a life rich with love, happiness and success. As a member of the Bridgton Academy Class of 1959, Peter was the Senior Class Secretary and member of the Gold Key, Ski and Debate Clubs. Peter’s loyalty to BA never wavered. Twenty-three years after his own graduation from our historic Academy, Peter sent his son, also named Peter, for a post-graduate year of study at BA, and remained devoted to our school in service both philanthropically and beyond. Peter was a long-time member of Bridgton Academy’s Board of Trustees, on which he served for 15 years. He was later honored by being elected as a Bridgton Academy Trustee Emeritus.

After his graduation from Bridgton, Peter went on to attend Northeastern University in Boston.

Peter worked as the Regional Manager for Burlington Industries and, later, as an Account Executive for Oriental Weavers.

He also served on the Salisbury Beach Betterment Association.

Peter met the love of his life and future wife of 51 years, Edna (Studley) Marggraf, at Salisbury Beach where he worked as a life guard. Peter loved spending time with his family and friends and would do anything to help them, but his greatest joy was his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, family members include his sons, Peter Marggraf ’82, and his wife, Lisa; Steve Marggraf and his fiancée, Susan Street; grandchildren: Alicia Marggraf, Hannah Marggraf, Peter Marggraf, Jr., Catherine Marggraf, Dylan Lufkin, Derek Lufkin and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Peter was predeceased by his brother C. David Marggraf.

Peter’s absence will be felt not only by the many family, friends and colleagues who loved him, but also by the entire Bridgton community.

Francis X. Kearns ’61 (January 7, 2013)

Francis Kearns passed away in Florida on January 7, 2013.

Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Francis graduated with the Bridgton Academy Class of 1961. During his post-graduate (PG) year at Bridgton, Francis was a member of the football, hockey and baseball teams. He was also a member of the Glee Club and was the Vice-President of his PG class.

Francis moved from his home in Marlborough, Massachusetts in 2001, relocating to The Villages, Florida.

Francis leaves behind many friends and loved ones, including his wife, Janet; son, Brian; daughter, Sharon; brothers Robert and Paul; and three grandchildren.

John C. “Jack” Kelleher, III ’68, Trustee (1990-2005), Trustee Emeriti (September 7, 2014)

Bridgton Academy alumnus, Retired Trustee, and Trustee Emeriti, John “Jack” Kelleher, passed away September 7, 2014 at the age of sixty-five.

Originally from Beverly, Massachusetts, Jack was a member of the BA Class of 1968. As a student at Bridgton, Jack was on the lacrosse team, and was also a member of the Outing and Ski Clubs. Jack’s affiliation with the Academy continued in the years that followed.

A long-time supporter of our historic school, Jack was elected to Bridgton Academy’s Board of Trustees, on which he served from 1990-2005. From 1995-1999, Jack served as the President of this Board. For his service to our school, Jack was awarded the Ray T. Macdonald Distinguished Service Award in 2004 and, in 2007, Jack was inducted into the Bridgton Academy Hall of Fame.

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Jack leaves behind many loving family and friends, including his wife, JoAnne (Speranza) Kelleher, and children, Cailin DeBiase and her husband, David; Chip Kelleher and his wife, Kristine; Joseph Kelleher; Shannon Perri and her husband, Adam; Daniel Kelleher and his fiancé, Alyshia Frusteri; and Mary Grace Kelleher. Jack was grandfather to Tucker and Quinn Kelleher; and Finneas, Harrison and Callum DeBiase. Jack was predeceased by his granddaughter Anna Jane Kelleher.

Jack was a loyal supporter of Bridgton Academy and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. We know that his absence will felt by many, but take comfort in knowing that his legacy of loyalty, kindness and devotion will live on.

Timothy L. Madeira '68 (November 6, 2013)

Timothy “Tim” Madeira passed away November 6, 2013 in Grass Valley, California after a long illness.

He was born June 4, 1949, to Catherine “Kitty” and Jay Madeira in Morristown, New Jersey and grew up in Maine and the surrounding New England area.

Tim attended Bridgton Academy and the New Division of Nasson College in Maine. While at Bridgton, Tim was a member of the Outing, Skiing and Photo Clubs.

He was a project manager for Jacobs Engineering for many years and was proud of his work. His proudest achievements included work on the Future Light Rail Station at the Grand Canyon, two federal courthouses in Gulfport and Jackson, Mississippi, and border stations in South Texas and New Mexico. Tim happily retired when the time came. Tim enjoyed reading, hiking, backpacking, canoeing, fly fishing and camping. He took great pleasure in beekeeping and working in his orchard, especially pruning his apple espalier. His love of nature led to his love of woodworking, building furniture, boat building and working on his house.

He is survived by his wife, Kathleen; son, Nick; grandson, Parker; brothers, Pete, Matt and Fred. He will be missed by his many nieces and nephews and a loving and loyal cadre of friends, including his friend from his BA days with whom he had recently reunited, Terry Harlow ’68. For those who knew and loved Tim, it is requested that a tree be planted in his honor.

Aaron P. Custer ’94 (May 26, 2013)

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Aaron Custer, alumnus from the BA Class of 1994. A former resident of Cleaves Hall, Aaron went on to attend the University of Hartford after his graduation from Bridgton. Aaron leaves behind his wife, Melissa, as well as his mother, brother and a niece.

Osric T. Bittle ’99 (February 2, 2014)

We were heartbroken to learn of the tragic, untimely and sudden death of BA Class of ’99 alumus, Osric Bittle, who was the victim of a hit and run by a drunk driver on Super Bowl Sunday.

Osric was born on April 18, 1980 to Oscar and Verlean Bittle. After attending Platt High School in Meriden, Connecticut, Osric made his way to North Bridgton for his post-graduate year. While at Bridgton Academy, he was a resident of Cleaves Hall and a member of both the football and basketball teams. Following his successful year at BA, Osric went on to study at the University of New Haven where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree and was an avid football player for the New Haven Chargers. At the time of his death, Osric was working on enrolling at the University of Columbia to continue his education and work towards earning his Master’s Degree. An avid writer, Osric was actively working on getting some of his works published, including books, poems and some of the several songs he had written.

One of seven siblings, Osric leaves behind many members of a large family.

An exceptional young man, whose life was cut tragically short, Osric’s memory and legacy of love, creativity and ambition will live on in the hearts of all those who were lucky enough to know him.

Brian Foley ’05 (June 21, 2014)

We were saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Brian Foley on June 21, 2014.

Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, Brian was a graduate of St. John’s High School before studying at Bridgton Academy for a post-graduate year. While at Bridgton, Brian was a popular student and resident of Holt Hall. He was active in many campus programs, including Dorm Wars softball, intramural hockey and Ski Club. Brian also served as an Ambassador and was the Intramural Basketball Coach.

Known for his great sense of humor and quick Irish wit, Brian could light up any room and brought smiles to the faces of all those with whom he came in contact.

Brian leaves behind numerous family and friends, including his parents, two sisters, paternal grandmother, maternal grandfather, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Brian’s unexpected death has left a hole in the hearts of many and we wish his family, and countless friends, peace during this difficult time.

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Nicholas Scott Golden ’10 (May 19, 2013)

Nicholas Scott Golden was 22 when passed away on May 19, 2013, in Georgia, after a tragic skateboarding accident.

Born June 25, 1990, in Dallas, Texas to Ann and Scott Golden, Nick was a 2009 graduate of Lamar High School in Houston, Texas. At Lamar, Nick was the captain of the school’s lacrosse team and will be forever remembered for his 15 goal performance in a single game. After his graduation from high school, Nicholas attended Bridgton Academy, where he continued honing his talents in lacrosse.

Upon graduating from BA, Nick followed in the footsteps of his grandfather and parents; becoming the third generation in his family to attend the University of Maine. A lover of nature and our planet, Nick was studying geology at the University of Maine and was vice-president of the school’s Geology Club. An athlete and avid outdoorsman, Nick enjoyed going four-wheeling, snowmobiling, snowboarding and rock climbing. He cherished his time with family and friends in the wilderness this great world has to offer. It was said that, if given the opportunity, Nick might have lived somewhere in the woods for the rest of his life. Nick always enjoyed an adventure and found inspiration in books, such as those by Jon Krakauer, that help people look past the complexities of everyday life.

Along with his parents, grandparents and several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends, Nick is also survived by his girlfriend, Tina Ross.

Nick will be remembered as a loving and loyal friend. His positive attitude and glowing smile constantly warmed hearts and calmed situations. Nick was always interested in what others would share with him; whether it was a gift, story, or experience.

He listened to what others had to say and responded genuinely and thoughtfully. It never took much to make him smile or laugh, but his smile was contagious and easily appreciated. This, paired with his undying interest in the people surrounding him, made him an important friend to many.

Sean Robert Reed ’12 (August 13, 2013)

Sean Reed passed away at the age of 22 on August 13, 2013.

Sean shared his life and made beautiful memories with his grandparents Doris W. Reed and the late Robert H. Reed, aunts and uncles Heather R. Brakel (Kevin), Gaye R. Martin (Tom), Robert L. Reed, and the late Dr. Jennifer R. Bakker (Abe), numerous cousins, and the countless numbers of friends he amassed over his short life.

Born in Bridgeton, New Jersey, Sean attended Rutland High School in Vermont before graduating from West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North in New Jersey. A stand-out player on his high school’s football team, Sean continued to strengthen his football skills during his post-graduate year at Bridgton Academy. Along with playing football for the Wolverines, Sean also was an avid weightlifter and participated in numerous community service programs with the Academy. After his graduation from Bridgton, Sean went on to attend Middlebury College in Vermont. While he continued his athletic pursuits and devoted his focus to his studies, Sean also found the time to coach gymnastics to children and volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club of Rutland.

Perseverance, courage, commitment, and the love of sports enabled Sean to accomplish numerous high athletic achievements in gymnastics, track, lacrosse, and football. Sean’s modest manner while pursuing athletic excellence made him a natural team leader that inspired many to excel. He also enjoyed hiking, camping, skiing, kayaking, fishing, and other outdoor activities.

Sean’s quiet manner and genuine love for people resulted in his ability to positively influence a wide range of individuals from various age groups. Sean effortlessly connected with people through his kind, gentle soul. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and will be profoundly missed.

Ms. Lisa Antell, Former Bridgton Academy Director of Admissions (September 30, 2013)

Lisa Antell, of Marlboro, Massachusetts; formerly of West Roxbury, Cape Cod, and Maine passed away suddenly on September 30, 2013. Lisa was the daughter of the late Patrick and Eileen Antell. She is also survived by her sister Susan; her brother Michael; her niece Heather; and her nephew Shaun.

Lisa attended Barnstable High School and received her Bachelor’s Degree Cum Laude from Wellesley College. After her graduation from Wellesley, Lisa went on to attend Harvard University, where she earned her Master’s Degree. Beginning in 1991, Lisa served as the Director of Admissions for Bridgton Academy, where she worked for many years before devoting her life as the caretaker for her mother.

Lisa was an intelligent woman of many interests including travel, the arts, music, sports, reading, and socializing with family

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and friends. She was an animal lover and had two cats in her life that she adored. Lisa excelled in her profession as an Admissions Director and always had a strong connection with the students and parents. This talent brought her much pride and happiness.

Lisa will be greatly missed by the many students whose lives she touched during her many years at BA, as well as the entire Bridgton community.

Mr. Mark Graffam, Operations Foreman of Bridgton Academy (May 9, 2014)

Mark Graffam, Head of Operations at Bridgton Academy, passed away unexpectedly on May 9, 2014. Son of the late Harold and Fermina Graffam, Mark was loving husband to Elizabeth “Libby” Bancroft Graffam.

Mark was born in Bridgton on June 24, 1952. Although life sometimes took him elsewhere, Mark always considered Bridgton his home. Mark graduated from Lake Region High School in 1971 and, shortly after, attended school to study masonry. A skilled mason and carpenter, Mark worked at Bridgton Academy since 1998, a career that culminated in his position as Operations Foreman of the Academy.

Mark loved fishing, hunting and, most of all, his family. He is survived by his wife, Libby, and three daughters, Leigh Littlefield of Lewiston, Maine; Amanda Marstaller of Ashland, Maine; and Christina Graffam of Los Angeles, California. He is also survived by four grandchildren, four brothers and three sisters.

The impact of Mark’s sudden and untimely death was felt deeply within the BA community, and the Bridgton community at large. A member of the Bridgton Academy family, Mr. Graffam will never be forgotten.