and Anderson, S.C., a design engineer at Allied Chemical in Hopewell, Va., and an engineer at Thiokol Chemical in Brigham City, Utah, where he registered six U.S. patents relating to solid rock propellants. He was active as a community volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America, as a math and science tutor, and as a docent at the Science Museum of Virginia. Bob enjoyed traveling and hosting international visitors through the Friendship Force International organization. Bob was preceded in death by grandson Patrick, brother Roy Schreffler ’49, and brother Thomas. He is survived by wife Ferne, daughter Carol, son Robert, three grandchildren, and nieces Virginia (Schreffler) Wimberley ’69 and Elaine (Gruver) Vincent ’83.
Franklin L. Dorman ’49
February 28, 2016—Frank received his doctorate in medicine from Thomas Jefferson Medical School in Philadelphia, Pa., and served as a flight surgeon for the Strategic Air Force Command during the Vietnam War. After his military service, he established a family medical practice in Elizabeth, Pa. When he retired from medicine, he was employed with the Social Security Administration. Frank was a charitable supporter of the Pittsburgh Ballet, his alma maters, and many local charities, and provided pro bono medical services to patients without financial means. He enjoyed history, reading, farming and yardwork, and exercise, including jogging, biking, tennis, and weightlifting. Frank was preceded in death by sister Orpha, and is survived by wife Virginia, son Franklin Dorman Jr. ’87, daughter Kitty, and two grandchildren.
Louis H. White ’49
June 17, 2016—Lou served in the U.S. Navy and earned his law degree from the University of Baltimore in Baltimore, Md. He had a great interest in the history of the American Indian, which led to his career with the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Indian Affairs, in Oklahoma, Utah, and Washington, D.C. Lou’s other passions included boating, antiquing, traveling, and singing. He is survived by wife Louise (Wengert) White ’51, children Karen, Stephen and Barbara, and six grandchildren.
Gene C. Calderwood ’50
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April 11, 2016—Gene received a doctorate in chemistry from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J., and had an accomplished career as a research chemist. He also served as a chemistry professor at Rutgers and at Truett-McConnell College in Cleveland, Ga. Gene was a professional trumpet player in a
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dance band and an accomplished vocalist. He enjoyed gardening and singing in his church choir. Gene was preceded in death by his first wife, JoAnn (Barksdale) Calderwood ’52, and is survived by his second wife, Jean, son Charles, daughters Susan, Catherine, and Jennifer, and 12 grandchildren.
Ronald A. Hausman ’52
April 20, 2016—Ronald was an oral surgeon in Livingston, Fla., where he also served as a member of the Livingston Board of Education. He was veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. Ronald is survived by wife Roberta, son Ken, daughters Leslie and Marci, as well as four grandchildren.
Elaine (Seese) Keafer ’52
June 13, 2016—Throughout her life, Elaine served as a nurse, caretaker, saleswoman, and mother. She operated multiple businesses out of her home, most remembered for selling World Book Encyclopedias. Her passions included music and dancing, and she sang in and directed several church and children’s choirs. Elaine was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd S. Keafer Jr. ’49. She is survived by daughter Joy, sons Bruce, Wayne, and Dale, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
William D. Long ’53
April 14, 2016—Bill served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was then employed by Hercules Inc. He and his family lived in Chambersburg, Pa., Cumberland, Md., and Salt Lake City, Utah, where they lived for more than 50 years. He was an active volunteer at his church and with the Salvation Army. He enjoyed traveling, especially taking cruises. Bill was preceded in death by wife Betty, and is survived by sons David and Richard and four grandchildren.
Patrick L. Smith ’54
April 4, 2016—Patrick earned a master’s degree in education from Penn State University, and worked as a special education and social studies teacher in the Williamsburg and Tussey Mountain school districts and as the Bedford County supervisor for Intermediate Unit 8. He served as a yeoman first class in the U.S. Navy from 1942-46, and in leadership roles with Saxton American Legion Post 169, Captain Phillips VFW Post 4125, and Broad Top Area Honor Guard. He served on Saxton Borough Council, and was an active member of Trinity United Church of Christ in Saxton. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, and softball. Patrick was preceded in death by wife LaDonna, and is survived by sons Michael and Alan, and four grandsons, including Neal Smith ’18.
George G. Pote ’55
October 16, 2016—George started his insurance career with Fidelity Mutual while still in college. He continued as an agency manager and broker with Principal Financial Group until his retirement. George served as president of both the Harrisburg (Pa.) and Pennsylvania Life Underwriters Associations and as president of the General Agents and Managers Association. He was very active at the Camp Hill United Methodist Church, where he was a lay leader, trustee, and youth activities leader. George was a dedicated College volunteer, serving as a class fund agent, president of the development council, and chair of the capital gifts program. George enjoyed softball, golfing, and hunting. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Doris (Wilson) Pote ’55. He is survived by his second wife, JoAnn, daughters Denise (Pote) Burkhardt ’81 and Darlene, stepdaughter Kimberly, six grandchildren, and nephews Garry Pote ’68, S. Carl Pote ’69, and Donald Pote ’82.
Paul J. Amash ’57
April 20, 2016—After Paul graduated from the Quaker Friends’s Boys School in Ramallah, Palestine, he received a full scholarship to Juniata College. He later earned a master’s degree at Penn State University, while finding sponsors to fund his entire family’s move to the United States. Paul earned a doctorate in romance languages from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and began a career as a college professor at Elon College in Elon, N.C. His teaching career continued with positions at Pfeiffer College in Richfield, N.C., Marietta College in Marietta, Ohio, and the University of Dijon in France. Paul was awarded a Fulbright scholarship in 1987 to the University of Aleppo in Syria. Paul is survived by former wife Ann, sons Ed and Roland, daughters Jeannie and Caroline, and 13 grandchildren.
David C. Amidon Jr. ’57
September 23, 2016—Dave received his master’s degree in history from Penn State University, and completed his graduate research at the University of Pittsburgh. He taught at Penn State University in Hazleton, Pa., and the University of Cincinnati in Ohio, before beginning his 42-year career teaching urban studies at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. He served as secretary of the Lehigh faculty for 25 years. He was an active member of Edgeboro Moravian Church in Bethlehem, Pa. Dave is survived by his wife, Ann (Willson) Amidon ’58, sons Daniel, Thomas, and David, daughter Jessie (Amidon) Bucchin ’84, and nine grandchildren.