IN MEMORIAM

Malcolm Louden

A former Board of Trustees President, FWCD grandparent and past parent, G. Malcolm Louden passed away on October 15, 2024. Louden served on the Board of Trustees from 1989-95 and then again from 1996-2002. He was Board President (1990-92), Assistant Treasurer (1992-94) and Chair of the Athletic Committee (1998-2000). Malcolm’s sons, Malcolm Louden, Jr. ’99 and Taylor Louden ’03, graduated from FWCD; his daughter, Carey Louden ’16, attended the School from grades K-6; his daughter-in-law, Mary Powers Louden ’03, is an FWCD graduate; and many of his grandchildren are current Falcons.

As a Board member, Louden worked with two Heads of School: Geoffrey Butler H’98 (1987-96) and Graham Brown (1996-2001). During his Board tenure, the School achieved many milestones, including breaking ground on and completing the kindergarten building (named the Butler Kindergarten Building in 1996) and the state-of-the-art William A. and Elizabeth B. Moncrief Library and Technology Center. His service also coincided with the remodeling of FWCD’s original Building A (rededicated as the Upper School Science Center) and property acquisition along the north and eastern boundary, expanding the campus to its current 104 acres.

“While I did not have the pleasure of working with Mr. Louden myself, it is well-known that his impact reached far beyond our school, including significant work in Fort Worth,” said Head of School Eric Lombardi. “He served on our board during a time of tremendous growth and expansion for the School, and his leadership and guidance helped to shape many key developments across campus. We are grateful for Mr. Louden’s influence and enduring support and his role in creating a foundation for a thriving future at Fort Worth Country Day. Throughout my nearly 10 years at FWCD, I have said that we stand on the shoulders of giants. Malcolm Louden was one of those giants, and we will forever be grateful to him and his family for their dedication to our community.”

Bill Voss H’11

An FWCD former faculty member and longtime friend of the School, Bill Voss H’11, passed away on November 13, 2024. As Curator of Science for the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, Voss was introduced to FWCD by Sharon Foster H’05. He served as science expert and chaperone for the eighth grade trip to Monahans Sandhills State Park and Big Bend National Park for decades, from the 1970s through the 2000s, teaching everyone –students and adults – on the trip about the natural heritage of West Texas. Voss could spot the perfect snake or lizard habitat at 100 yards and often caught an animal for all to observe up close, then gently returned it to its home. He engaged students with humor, encouragement, and genuine belief in their abilities to do things they thought they couldn’t do.

From 1983 until 2001, Voss chaperoned the annual AP Biology field trip to Port Aransas. He identified birds and reptiles, devised equipment on the spot for any need, changed flat tires, and even performed emergency plumbing repairs. After observing his diverse skills, Joe Kosek ’97 said, “Mr. Voss is my hero.”

In addition to his museum career, Voss taught Middle School Science (1982-83, 1985-87) and an Upper School elective, Herpetology, in the 1980s. He took FWCD students on road trips to observe reptiles and amphibians in their native habitats.

FWCD’s Alumni Association recognized Voss as an Honorary Alumnus for the Class of 2011. This is the highest honor bestowed by FWCD’s Alumni Association. Several alumni stayed in contact with Voss until the end, including Dr. Stephen Maberry ’84. Dr. Maberry credits Voss with influencing the livelihoods, life choices, and ethical principles of many FWCD alumni.

Will Stansbery H’08

Will Stansbery H’08 passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. During his FWCD tenure (1970-99), Stansbery held various roles at the school, including Upper School History Teacher, Athletic Director, and Football, Basketball and Tennis Coach.

The Alumni Association bestowed Stansbery the Honorary Alumnus Award, the association’s highest honor, making him an official alum of the Class of 2008. Stansbery’s 30 years of service to the School left an indelible impression on students. His history classes covered the lessons of the Roman Empire. His years as the Head Boys Basketball Coach brought eight championships. While an Assistant Football Coach, he coached two undefeated teams. He also coached the tennis team and served as the Athletic Director from 1990-96. He was an inspirational coach on the field and the court.

The Athletic Department created the Stansbery Award to pay tribute to his dedication to FWCD athletics. It is given annually to students who participate in three athletics seasons. Those students, like Stansbery, show great dedication to FWCD athletics. Over 1,500 student-athletes have been honored with the award. The Stansbery Trophy also was established during his first year at the School; it is given annually to the most improved member of the boys basketball team. Sixty-three young men have been awarded this trophy.

When FWCD’s 10-court tennis center was dedicated in 2016, a special presentation was made to honor Stansbery. Alumni and friends came together to name one of the courts, the Stansbery Championship Court, to recognize Stansbery’s nearly 30-year career in education and athletics at FWCD.

Associate Athletic Director and Head Athletic Trainer Ed Chisholm knew Stansbery for 38 years. “It is very hard to believe that such a ‘larger than life’ man has left us,” Chisholm said. “He was loved and respected by all who had the pleasure of meeting him. He was known simply as ‘Coach,’ with what seemed like a bionic left arm and remained a friend to countless in our community.”

Evelyn Siegel H’99

On December 24, 2024, FWCD lost Evelyn Siegel H’99, a beloved community member, a devoted educator, and a true inspiration at the heart of FWCD’s legacy. In 1967, founding Head of School Peter Schwartz H’99 hired Siegel to create a comprehensive visual arts program for kindergarten through 12th grade students. She is one of nine people on FWCD’s Wall of Honor (2017) and was named an Honorary Alumna in 1999.

In 1981, the Siegels donated an extensive collection of Native American pottery to FWCD to honor the School that played a prominent role in the Siegel family. This exhibit is on permanent display in the Moncrief Library.

In 1981, the Siegels donated an extensive collection of Native American pottery to FWCD to honor the School that played a prominent role in the Siegel family. This exhibit is on permanent display in the Moncrief Library.

After Siegel retired, she opened the Evelyn Siegel Gallery on West Seventh. She also taught ceramics to children at the Anderson Ranch in Snowmass, Colorado, where she developed the children’s program and, with Martin, contributed to the Anderson Ranch children’s art building. Siegel was a founder of the Sixty & Better organization, whose mission is to empower older adults to become and remain healthy, active and engaged in their communities. She was most recently on FWCD’s campus for a Homecoming art class. She also arranged “field trips” to FWCD’s Sid W. Richardson Visual Arts Center and the Ceramics Studio for her Sixty & Better friends. Siegel was dedicated to making art accessible to all.

Siegel and Martin had four sons who graduated from FWCD: Jeffrey ’70, Terry ’71, Jon ’75 and Aaron ’77. Nine Siegel grandchildren went on to graduate from the School, and two great-grandchildren are current Falcons.

“No one can do justice to all of the ways Evelyn impacted our community,” said Head of School Eric Lombardi. “But I know FWCD is better because of Evelyn’s passion for the visual arts and commitment to students. Her legacy is in the continued joy students find in the Ceramics Studio today and in our alumni who embrace and appreciate the arts in their lives.”

In Memorium

Grant “Clint” Boardman ’74

Terry Bryson

Mary Ann Gibbs

Thomas Lee Farris

Pat Ferchill

Bill Guthrie

James Holcomb

John Hook ’99

Stephen Kent

G. Malcolm Louden

Marion McClanahan

Jason Miers ’99

Isabelle Newberry

James Osborn

Ashlee Ranelle ’91

Jack Rattikin, Jr.

Jude Ryan

Larry Shackelford

Evelyn Siegel H’99

Ina Singer

Susan Smith

Will Stansbery H’08

Sug Steele

William M. Summers, Jr. ’70

Martha Taylor

William “Bill” Voss H’11