Class of 1972

Memories & Milestones

Patricia (Tinker) Bergdall

Spouse: Chaney Bergdall (Alum)

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Edwina Patton was my favorite professor. Thanks to her "automatic F" policy in Honors Writing, we quickly mastered the use of semi-colons! I can still hear her distinctive step in the halls of the Ad Building as she arrived for class.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Choir Tour was especially memorable, but mostly I remember chatting and laughing in the dorm with so many great friends

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

Not only was I well prepared for a career, but, like so many others, I met my spouse at HC. Since he eventually returned to teach at HC for 37 years, most of my life has been impacted by the college.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: MS Ed from IPFW plus 6 hrs. Gifted and Talented coursework at Ball State. Taught elementary grades and high ability. Director of Huntington County Historical Museum.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Happily retired and living in Goshen IN. Enjoying grandparenting, traveling, and pursuing an active lifestyle

FAMILY:

Spouse: Chaney Bergdall (HC '69)

Children: Bruce Bergdall (HU '02), Julie Mierau Bergdall (HU '02),Ven Bergdall, and Emily Feingold

Grandchildren: Lydia and Amelia Bergdall; Iris Feingold Bergdall

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Russ Birdsall Dean enjoyed his sense of humor and well-being. He drove our Faith Foundation bus once when it was really cold.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY: Touring with deputation teams

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: Met my wife

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: Saint Francis, Masters; Purdue, PhD; Iowa State, Internship; Licensed psychologist in Indiana, office in Auburn, Indiana

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Still practicing psychology four days a week and spending time with my wife, children, and grandchildren

Dan Boen

Spouse: Jennifer Boen

FAMILY: Jennifer-Wife, Erin-Daughter, Shauna-Daughter, Ian-son. Eight grandchildren all children are married and two grandchildren are married We are soon expecting our first great-grandchild

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Dr. Zurcher – finest example of Christian gentleman (Barlow – 2nd)

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

I graduated!

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: Good friends for life.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

Taught five years high school. 40 years financial/insurance business.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Semi-retired.

FAMILY: Wife: Lauretta Daughter: Sarah K B Hemker Grandkids: Jake (15), Nate (14), Kate (12)

Gary L. Brandeberry

Spouse: Lauretta Brandeberry

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

Terry and I both taught school in Franklin County, Indiana Terry - 43 years, Sharon - 34 years. We both received Master's degrees from Ball State University. Terry is currently serving on the Franklin County Community School Board. We attend the Brookville United Methodist Church where Sharon is the pianist. Our hobbies include pickleball and taking care of our farm.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Retired FAMILY: Terry and I have three children: Heather Bryant, Shane Bryant, and Tara Thomas We also have three grandchildren: Audrey Thomas, Harrison Thomas, and Sara Kate Bryant

Sharon (Burkholder) Bryant

Spouse: Terry Bryant (Alum)

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Dr. Ninar, very helpful and patient.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Meeting my wife and getting chili at The Spot with friends

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

During turbulent times was a place of calm.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: Attended the Ohio State University College of Optometry.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Retired from optometry.

FAMILY: Spouse: Ruth (Gage) Ensminger Daughters: Jeanette, Rebecca (HU Alum), Abigail

Joel Ensminger

Spouse: Ruth Ensminger

Linda Etter

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Pat Cox- Great teacher, coach, and friend FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Playing sports- I played tennis, goalie on the field hockey team, threw the javelin and softball on the track team, and lettered in basketball and volleyball

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: Great education for my 36 year teaching and coaching career. I also had great friends and fellowship, all of which increased my confidence in myself.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

I currently hold a Continuing Degree from Eastern Michigan University, Driver’s Education Teaching Degree from Central Michigan University, and Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from Bread of Life College. I have thirteen years of teaching in juvenile correction facilities. Along with teaching adult education, I worked with home bound students and was a rehabilitation tutor for the State of Michigan. I was the first coach of the varsity and junior varsity softball and volleyball at Onsted High School I wrote the devotion trilogy “Listen To HIS Heartbeat” Chicken Soup for the Soul published my story, “Talking Potato” twice

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW:

I'm writing “Listen To HIS Heartbeat #3… Drawing From His Live”. I'm a member of Redemption Outreach Center in Adrian, MI and serve as the secretary and treasurer of the SONshine Ministry. I substitute teach for the adult Sunday school class. I have been landscaping and remodeling my home for the last 36 years.

FAMILY:

I am divorced and have two sons in Heaven from miscarriages.

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

William Hasker – showed me how to be a Christian philosopher.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Time with friends.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

Led to my pursuing of a Ph D in Philosophy

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: Ph.D. in Philosophy – University of Notre Dame, and served as Assistant to Chair of Philosophy for 32 years (1982-2014).

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Enjoying retirement

FAMILY:

Shirley – Spouse; Children – Shani, Matthew, Andrew, Katie, and each of their spouses; Grandchildren – Evelyn, Karalyn, Aletta, Luke, Rosie, Mia;

Joyce

Kenner

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Carl Zurcher – I loved History of Israel that he taught and also enjoyed his speech class.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY: Ice skating on lake Sno-Tip during J-term and also biking in Florida for another J-term

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: The wonderful friends I made..

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

I spent many years as a stay at home mom. When my kids were older, I worked for Big Brothers Big Sisters, worked for Healthy Families and for the past 21 years I have been office manager for Wieland Associates, Inc.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Currently still working at Wieland Associates, Inc as office manager

FAMILY: Ex- Spouse – Greg Kenner; Children – Shane Kenner, Garrison Kenner, Jeremias Kenner, Charity Smith and Anna Kenner; and nine grandchildren

Montey Holloway (Porter)

Jay Lahr

Spouse: Beth Lahr (Alum)

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY: Business professor Jim Wilson. He cared about us and I appreciated his Christian testimony. He also had real world experience.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY: Writing an advice column for the student newspaper titled : "Dear Aunt Blabby"

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

HC is where I met my wife. We have been married 50 years.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

I have had several positions in accounting and business office management including business office manager at Taylor Fort Wayne and the elected City Clerk-Treasurer of Huntington, IN. We have been involved and active in our church, The First Church of the Nazarene in Huntington.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: We are now retired We are still active in our church and keep busy with our family and friends

FAMILY: We have two sons, nine grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

Randy Livengood

Spouse: Cyndie

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Dr Carl Zurcher - He was always patient and kind and controlled; even when productions were behind schedule and people didn't have their lines memorized It was a wonderful experience all 4 years

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY: The many hilarious hours in Wright Hall and numerous theatre productions.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: HU gave me a solid foundation to launch into the secular world.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: 3 years after graduation in the HU Admissions office as a recruiter; 24 years with American Airlines, upper management positions in HR and Training in CT, IL and TX; 21 years as a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty in the Dallas/Ft Worth Metroplex; We were always involved in music ministry at the local churches we attended

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: In July, 2022, I retired from residential real estate. We moved from Dallas to Dayton OH to be closer to my wife's family and extended family in Indiana, Illinois & Michigan. I'm new at the retirement gig. I'm enjoying the free time getting settled into Dayton and meeting new people.

FAMILY:

Wife - Cyndie - Wheaton College class of '71

Son - David & Sarah Mae Livengood - Nagoya, Japan - Maya - 7, Toby - 5, Anna Joy - 3, Josiah - 1

Son - Scott & Heather Livengood - Louisville, CO - Bridger - 14, Iris - 12

Thomas Martin

Spouse: Patricia Martin

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Hard to name a favorite. Maybe Dr. Hasker (philosophy). He was an excellent professor and helped improve my writing and thinking.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY: Traveling with singing group, especially “Mirror Existence”

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: Enabled me to grow in my faith and meet great Christian people (friends impacted my life).

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

Teacher and counselor for 34+ years. Masters degree from Ohio State University. Enjoy family and church. Ohio State sports fan. Enjoy friends, reading, sports, etc.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Retired Bible study teacher and planner Spending time with family and friends

FAMILY: Wife: Patricia Martin Step-son: Michael Brown Grandchildren: Malachi and Isaiah Brown

Susan (Eberly) McNeeley

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Rev. Ray Zimmerman, chaplain. He lived his religion and was so nurturing for us. Dr. Charles DeSanto, sociology professor. He was encouraging, understanding, and supportive. Russel Birdsall, Dean of Students. He believed in us and a future for us.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: What a solid foundation in Christianity and service it pieced together for me.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

A life full of blessings through service to abused or neglected children, dysfunctional families, and to a blended family Married a police officer with three children and gave birth to a son: worked in protective services for children, foster home licensing, probation, two different mental health centers, and with sex offenders in a state prison. Now I enjoy gardening, reading, sewing, fishing, and photography.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: I am retired and enjoying my little corner of Heaven on earth, as I finish raising a grandson who is now a high school senior.

FAMILY: Spouse: William McNeeley (deceased 1997), Grandson: Colin McNeeley (HU alumni), Nephew: Aaron Eberly (HU alumni)

Charles Milliken

Spouse: Paula Milliken (Alum)

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Meeting my wife, Paula and many lifelong friendships.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: As a United Methodist PK, Huntington introduced me to the United Brethren Church where I pastored for almost 30 years MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

Master of Ed in Elementary Counseling - Shippensburg University, Master of Divinity - Evangelical School of Theology, Myerstown, PA

Elementary Guidance Counselor- Chambersburg, PA UB Pastor- Carlisle, PA and Franklintown, PA

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Retired in 2017 and living in Fredericksburg, VA near our son Andrew FAMILY:

Spouse - Paula Pugh Milliken, (Alum, Bachelor of Ed - 1972)

Son - Jonathan, wife Christina (Joshua 15 and Kaitlyn 9)

Son - Andrew, wife Sara (Noah 12 and Hannah 10) bonus Granddaughter Nila 18(freshman@ St Joseph's University)

Son - Stephen, wife Megan (Eliza 2 and brother TBA November) Stephen graduated from HU 2010 (alumni)

Paula (Pugh) Milliken

Spouse: Charles Milliken (Alum)

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Meeting and dating my husband Charlie and the many wonderful lifelong friendships we still enjoy. Also, Living in the basement of Hardy Hall across from the laundry room with my roommate Cindy Alleman!

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

I met my husband and earned a degree in Elementary Education that allowed me to teach in various capacities for over 25 years. HC provided a place to develop my faith and prepared me to be a UB pastor's wife and mother of three boys.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

Master of Ed. from Shippensburg University, PA Elementary School Teacher for over 20 years; mother of three boys; UB pastor's wife

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW:

We are retired and living in Fredericksburg, VA with my husband near our son Andrew. We are meeting new people and enjoying all of our grandchildren.

FAMILY:

Charlie, spouse of 50 years! He is also an alumnus

Son - Jonathan, wife Christina (Joshua 15 and Kaitlyn 9)

Son - Andrew, wife Sara (Noah 12 and Hannah 10 + bonus granddaughter Nila 18)

Son - Stephen, wife Megan (Eliza 2 and NEW brother TBA November) Stephen is an HU alumni- 2010

R Patterson

Spouse: Bill Patterson (Alum)

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

One memorable HC experience is when I first arrived on campus as a freshmen and it became real that I was actually a college student. It was equally exciting and intimidating since I was the first one in my family to attend college.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

The greatest impact made on my life was bringing me together with my best friend, my husband, Bill Patterson My degree in Elementary Education from HC allowed me to fulfill my childhood dream of being an elementary teacher

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

I have completed many continuing education classes during my career as an elementary teacher. In addition to filling the role as the pastor’s wife in the churches we served, I also taught in the public schools in each of those communities.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW:

When we retired, Bill and I moved to live near our daughters and their families. We are blessed to spend a lot of time with them. We enjoy hiking and gardening. We are also active members of the Nomads Mission Volunteers (a ministry of the United Methodist Church) serving on mission teams around the US

FAMILY:

I married Bill Patterson (HC class of 1971) We have two daughters/sons-in-law and six grandchildren.

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Mr Jack Barlow (history professor)- well learned and enlightening, Carl Zurcher (speech and drama professor, English)- great enthusiastic teacher, Dr. Robert Hale (professor of Physics)- one of the best science teachers I ever had

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

IHC Soccer (1968-1972)- great moments and great Coach Tom Wrilling, HC Track team (1968-1972)- great times, wonderful teammates.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: HC taught me how to think for myself, to be a better person, to be a steward for Christian living, and what Christianity means.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

Master of Arts – Ball State University (1981), Certification of supervision- Purdue University (1982), Certification in Drug Counseling- University of Arizona (1986), U.S. Navy (1984-1993).

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Retired

Horace Dale Pickens

Spouse: Lois Warren

Evelyn Priddy

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Dr. Lee Eve - His real-life examples of teaching made his courses interesting. After I began teaching, I came to really appreciate his professional approach to education

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Working for the food service in the HUB

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

Since the HU campus was my daily destination for almost 30 years of my life, I can't begin to enumerate the ways that I have been impacted by the institution.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

1972 - 1990 - Teacher and Reading Specialist for Bluffton Harrison MSD, Bluffton, Indiana.

1976 - Masters of Education - IPFW. 1989 - Ed.D. Ball State University

1990 -2016 - Professor of Education, Huntington University

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW:

I enjoy volunteering in the community, gardening, and retirement

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

I can't single out one as my favorite. All of the HC faculty were always very friendly and helpful As a result, those are qualities that I tried to display to my students during my teaching career and to anyone else I am in contact with even today

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

I enjoyed spending time between classes with fellow students in their dorm rooms and at the HUB getting to know them better.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE:

I was well prepared for the challenge of teaching English by my professors and received job offers soon after graduation. My daughter and two of my great nieces, are HC/HU graduates, attending and graduating from HC/HU has turned into a valued family tradition.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

After graduation, I taught and coached for two years at DeKalb High School in Auburn, Indiana, where I taught sophomore English and was the varsity assistant boys' basketball coach Then spent 31 years at Adams Central High School in Monroe, Indiana, as the freshman English teacher and 15 years as an assistant basketball coach. MS in Education from Purdue University in 1976.

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Now retired, I enjoy showing my 1971 Chevy Nova that I bought while a student, at local and regional car shows.

FAMILY:

I have three daughters: Amy, Jenifer (2000 HU Alum), Kelli.

James Reinking

Gregory Stevens

Spouse: Pamela

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: Non-grad from Huntington, but got my AS degree from Highland Community College in 1991, graduating the same day as my oldest son. Homemaker, pianist (weddings, funerals, worship teams, ballet lessons, also wrote some music), volunteer helping elderly, ministry at nursing homes/senior housing facilities, prayer ministry HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Serving on several worship teams at church playing keyboard/synth, singing with the Freeport Choral Society, traveling occasionally, taking care of house and yard. FAMILY: Husband, Jim, passed away in Jan 2020. Children - Jeff, 51, farms in northern IL; Brian, 50, lighting technician in Tampa FL; step-son, Aaron, 49, (wifeMelissa - nurse) owns a kitchen and bath store in Rockford IL, and step-daughter, Amy, 48, counselor and new mom in Riverview FL. Grandchildren - Makayla, 22, degree in biology - works at a lab in Madison WI where cancer research is done; Dalton, 21, student at Belmont University studying music business;Mason, 20, US Marine Corps; Cole, 18, student at Highland Community College, Freeport IL, studying agribusiness; Adalai, born Jan 2022

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY: Professor Ronald Scott. MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: M Div at United Theological Seminary, M S at Indiana University (South Bend) HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Retired.

FAMILY: Wife: Pamela Son: Aaron Daughter: Mara Grandchildren: 4

Jim Steward

Spouse: Glenda Steward(Alum)

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Dean of Students, Russell Birdsall, a man who loved the Lord and passed that love onto others. He knew when to stand his ground and unite both parties.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

The late night trips to the Spot restaurant for late-night snacks Working night shift at Sealtest Ice Cream Plant – butter pecan favorite ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: AVietnam veteran befriended me my freshman year. He asked if I wanted to go home with him one weekend and before I graduated, his sister Glenda and I were married.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: Worked at a John Deere dealership for 40 years in different management positions. Hobbies have been gardening and antique John Deere tractors. HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Enjoying family and grandchildren, ball games, campfires, and teaching basic gardening skills Family: Glenda – Wife and HC Grad, Angela – Daughter and HC Grad, Karl – Son in law, Douglas – Son, Jaime – Daughter in law, Grandchildren – Sienna, Chaney, Tai, Reaghan, and Brady

Thompson

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY: Miss Edwina Patton was my favorite. She was an interesting person and was interested in her students and our success I wish I had more time to get to know her better FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY: Helping backstage with the plays. ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: Expanded my knowledge of academia and the world.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

Worked for the local newspaper from 1978 to 2002. Spent a few years as front desk manager of a local hotel, then worked in the facilities department of Orrstown Bank for 13 years before retiring in 2017. I still write a (usually) humorous column for our local newspaper. During my working years, I served for the United Way board, the Habitat for Humanity board, a day care board, and a borough board I received two public service awards HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: I am retired. I love to read, keep up with extended family, and enjoy their company.

FAMILY: Widowed in May 2000 with the death of my husband, Jim Thompson. We had 23 years together. No children. Currently my nephew, Ian Thompson, lives with me and studies political science at Shippensburg University. He's the son I never had!

Barbara (Dunmire)

DuAnne (Ray) Thrush

Spouse: Dave Thrush (Alum)

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Ms Edwina Patton - she was dedicated to her discipline and to her students and had a great sense of humor

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY: Times hanging out around the front campus fountain.

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: I met my husband there! Also, the many opportunities outside my major-- college choir, a musical deputation team, drama production, being student body president. These experiences helped me feel ready to enter my career of teaching at the secondary level and other opportunities.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE: Taught secondary English in Butler IN and Greencastle, PA, worked at Rhodes Grove Camp and Conference Center for 24 years--directed the dining hall and was an active La Leche League leader Earned MS in English Secondary Education through Wilkes U, a singing ministry with husband, full-time stay-at-home mom 25 years, did foster care for 8 years and adopted through the foster care system HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW:

Retired. Teaching women ' s Bible study and Sunday School class, serving on the Women's Ministry team at church. Co-lead a small group with my husband, and lead discipleship groups. Becoming involved in opportunities at MennoHaven, in PA where we recently moved into an independent living cottage. Also, traveling to visit children and grandchildren.

FAMILY: 4 married children. 9 Grandchildren.

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY: Professor Wilson/ Professor Hale; both positively impacted students with their caring and encouraging words and actions.

FAVORITE HC/HU MEMORY:

Freshman year and the unending fun living with an awesome group of girls on the basement floor of Hardy Hall (with no floor supervisor!).

ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: HU provided a Christian environment, relationships, and the opportunity to meet my husband and loving life partner.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

High school Business teacher for 35 years After retiring took a position as a Student Teacher Supervisor with Indiana University/ Fort Wayne Have enjoyed serving as Junior Worship Superintendent at our church HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW: Enjoying and supporting eight grandchildren – ALL participating on multiple sports teams! Happy to be living the good life God has blessed us with.

Loraine (Crots) Tilker

Spouse: Gerry Tilker (Alum)

FAMILY: Spouse: Gerry Tilker; we have two daughters, both married, and eight grandchildren – all living close to us which is a real blessing! Our oldest grandson is a sophomore at HU and a pitcher/ outfielder on the Forester baseball team.

Gerry Tilker

Spouse: Loraine Tilker (Alum)

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR OR STAFF MEMBER AND WHY:

Professor Jim Wilson/ Edwina Patton; They both demonstrated a love of teaching and caring for their students. I felt I had a personal connection with each one.

FAVORITE

HC/HU MEMORY:

Playing baseball was the best, followed closely by fraternity activities and student government Ringing the ‘bell’ after victories topped off a fun year ONE WAY HC IMPACTED MY LIFE: A Christ-centered campus allowed me to focus on following the path God has for me.

MY LIFE SINCE COLLEGE:

I taught Business classes for 38 years in the FWCS. I was a Director and Commissioner of the Wildcat Baseball League for 54 years. I umpired for nine years and was the umpire-in-chief of the Professional Softball League. I also was chosen to work The National Softball Championship in Cleveland, Ohio. I coached baseball at Elmhurst High School for 20 year. After retiring I was inducted into the Northeast Indiana Baseball Hall of Fame

HERE’S WHAT I’M DOING NOW:

I taught Junior Worship for many years and now I teach adult Sunday school at our missionary church. With Loraine, I watch our eight grandchildren in various sports and activities. God’s blessings have been plentiful for me and I praise Him.

FAMILY: Loraine (Crots) Tilker ’72 has been my loving wife for 50 years. Our two daughters have blessed us with eight grandchildren. Our oldest is a sophomore at HU playing for the Forester baseball team.