Grove City College
in memory Dr. Richard C. McCloskey ’36 died Oct. 7, 2013. He practiced obstetrics and gynecology at St.
The Grove City College Alumni
Francis, Magee Women’s and St. Clair Memorial hospitals in
Association places a book in
Pennsylvania. He served in the
Henry Buhl Library in memory
Army during World War II, and
of each alumnus for whom the
was an avid golfer and pilot.
Alumni Office receives written notification of death, including a copy of the obituary. This
Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth, four children, two-stepchildren, 16 grandchildren and 17 greatgrandchildren.
pays tribute to the lives of deceased alumni while
Ferne (Cozad) Sticht ’38 died June
benefitting current and
8, 2013. She made her home in
future students.
To notify the Alumni Office of the passing of a loved one, please send an obituary to alumni@gcc.edu.
Helen (Davis) Hobbs ’42 died June 25, 2013. Before moving to New Hampshire, she taught in Pennsylvania, Texas and New York. She volunteered at the historical society and library in Hampton, N.H. Surviving are nieces, nephews and friends.
Winston-Salem, N.C., and was a longtime resident of North Palm Beach, Fla. She was married to the late J. Paul Sticht ’39, Grove City College Trustee for 40 years
Sally (Kingston) Joiner ’44 died June 27, 2013. She taught business and lived in Upper St. Clair, Pa. She was a busy member of her church, the PEO Sisterhood and the Pastoral Care Team at Friendship Village. Surviving are her husband, Ray; three children, including Nancy (Joiner ’71) Reinert; seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a sister.
Dr. William M. McKinley ’46 died June 4, 2013. He practiced general surgery in his hometown of Brookville, Pa., for 50 years. He served on local school boards and the town council, and helped restore several historical buildings. He served with the Army in World War II and with the Air Force during the Korean War. Surviving are his wife, Marie, three children and six grandchildren. Lois (Landon) Bovard ’47 died Sept. 11, 2013. She lived in Hampstead, N.C., and was interested in genealogy, poetry, gardening and her church. Survivors include a son and three granddaughters.
and Board chair from 1998 to 2003. She enjoyed antiques, design and painting. Survivors include two sons and their families. Ruth (McCune) Stewart ’39 died July 18, 2013. She lived in Glenshaw and Pittsburgh, Pa., before moving to Florida in 1990. Surviving are son Bruce Stewart ’71, a daughter, brother Frederick
Alvin J. “A.J.” Schell Jr. ’44 died Oct. 1, 2013. An Air Force veteran of World War II, he lived in Grove City and served his church, the hospital and Boy Scouts. He spent his career with the W.M. Bashlin Co., now Bashlin Industries. He was an avid outdoorsman. Surviving are four children and a grandson. Memorial gifts may be made to Grove City College.
Patricia (Phillips) McDowell ’47 died Sept. 30, 2013. She was living in Columbus, Ohio, and is survived by three daughters, a brother, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.
Martha “Pat” (Nelson) Bonidy ’46 died June 22, 2013. The Greensburg, Pa., resident was a hospital volunteer and avid bridge player. Earlier, she worked as a legal secretary for her husband’s practice. Surviving are a nephew and niece.
Wilson Amon ’49 died June 16, 2013. He lived in New Wilmington, Pa., and had worked for ITT Reznor. A World War II Navy veteran, he was a sports enthusiast. Survivors include three children; seven siblings, including Thomas Amon ’54; 10 grandchildren; 18 greatgrandchildren and a great-great granddaughter.
Sylvia (Peden) Story ’48 died March 30, 2013. She was a retired bookkeeper living in Tulsa, Okla.
McCune ’51 and other Grove City College relatives. Jane (Colcord) Pizor ’39 died Nov. 22, 2012. Survivors include children Peter Pizor ’68 and Thomas Pizor ’75. Jean (Burton) Mills ’40 died June 20, 2013. She lived in New Castle, Pa., enjoyed gardening and her animals. Surviving are six children, a sister, nine grandchildren, 22 greatgrandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren.
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Carl G. Mayes ’46 died April 24, 2013. The Navy veteran lived in Frederick, Pa. Surviving are his wife, Joy, three children, two stepchildren, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Mildred (Adams) Beerbower ’49 died July 10, 2013. She and her husband founded Beerbower