In Memory of Lyle L. Heide ’55

LYLE L. HEIDE ’55 of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, died June 18, 2023, At Ripon, he majored in biology and participated in Theta Chi/Alpha Omega Alpha and Partners in the Legacy. He was drafted into the U.S. Army during World War II. His studies at Ripon were interrupted by a recall to active duty during the Korean Conflict. He worked as field director with the American National Red Cross in its services to the Armed Forces Branch, traveling extensively throughout the world. He then served domestically in Detroit, Michigan, and as executive director of the Manitowoc County Red Cross, retiring in 1983. He was a life member of Disabled American Veterans and a member of the other veterans’ organizations, Elks Club and Fraternal Order of Eagles. He enjoyed hiking and the outdoors.

Full obituary: https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/obituaries/wis395609


Lyle L. Heide ’55