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In Memory of Heather Wittig ’07
In Memory of Heather Wittig ’07
Heather Wittig
HEATHER L. WITTIG ’07 of Redgranite, Wisconsin, died Nov. 9, 2021. At Ripon, she had a self-designed major in criminal justice and a minor in psychology. She played basketball and intramurals. She started her career at the Waushara County Sheriff’s Department in 2009, then became the jail administrator at the Waushara County Jail in 2014. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family and friends, and celebrating her Irish heritage.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Nicholas Daicoff ’98
In Memory of Nicholas Daicoff ’98
Nicholas Daicoff
NICHOLAS G. DAICOFF ’98 of Ranger, Georgia, died Aug. 19, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in biology and played football.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Mark Scott ’91
In Memory of Mark Scott ’91
Mark Scott
MARK A. SCOTT ’91 of Racine, Wisconsin, died Sept. 13, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in politics and government and played basketball. He worked as a procurement specialist with SuperValue, then with WE Energies. Since 2009, he worked with Miller Brewing, now Molson/Coors, most recently as senior category manager of capital expenditures. He loved all sports and watching Wisconsin teams. He coached and supported his children in sports and all other endeavors. Survivors include three children; and his companion, Jennifer Altenbach Maxwell.
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ark A. Scott
September 17, 1969 – September 13, 2021
Mark A. Scott, age 51, passed away unexpectedly on Monday morning September 13, 2021, at his residence. Mark was born in Racine on September 17, 1969, son of Patrick Scott and Bonnie Chillquist.
Mark attended St. Sebastian’s grade school and was a proud graduate of St. Catherine’s High School “Class of 1987”. He excelled in basketball there, was a member of their State Championship team in 1985 and was named to the Racine All County Basketball team. Mark also played for Ripon College, where he graduated with a degree in Politics and Government with a minor in Philosophy. Mark was first employed as a procurement specialist with SuperValue, then with WE Energies. Since 2009 he had been working with Miller Brewing now Molson/Coors with his most recent role being Senior Category Manager of Capital Expenditures. When he wasn’t working in the office, Mark was busy coaching and supporting his kids in life, sports, and all other endeavors. Always with open arms and sage advice, Mark proved to be a good mentor for many people around him. In his spare time, Mark loved all sports and watching Wisconsin teams with his friends and family. A large man of stature with a huge heart to match, Mark will be remembered for his generosity, sense of humor, sarcasm, and honesty. Above all, he will be best remembered as a great father, son, brother, and dear friend to many people.
Mark will be dearly missed by his children, Quinten Scott, Cailey Scott (fiance, Tobias Barkley), and Cecelia Scott; parents, Patrick Scott, Bonnie (Keith) Chillquist; brother, James (Wendy) Scott; his loving companion for the last eight years, Jennifer Altenbach Maxwell and her family; his friend and mother of his children, Christine Scott; aunts, uncles, other relatives, and many dear friends.
All are welcome to join the family for a Celebration of Mark’s Life at Preservation Hall, 740 Lake Avenue on Friday September 24, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Big Brothers/Big Sisters 788 N. Jefferson St Unit 600, Milwaukee, WI 53202 or to J.I. Case High School-Theater Department 7345 Washington Avenue, Racine WI 53406 have been suggested.
MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Gwen Jones ’87
In Memory of Gwen Jones ’87
Gwen Jones
GWENDOLINE J. “GWEN” JONES ’87 died Aug. 29, 2021. At Ripon, she majored in history and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Her husband was THOMAS E. “TED” JONES, a professor of German at Ripon College from 1963 to 1995, who died in 2013.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Lisa Freeman ’83
In Memory of Lisa Freeman ’83
Lisa Freeman
ELIZABETH ANNE “LISA” FREEMAN ’83, a native of Cedarburg, Wisconsin, died June 28, 2021. At Ripon, she majored in psychology and participated in Alpha Delta Pi/Pi Tau Pi. She earned a master’s degree in educational psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Music was a passion. Survivors include her parents, A. John and Maria Freeman.
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Elizabeth Anne (Lisa) Freeman
Born to eternal life on June 28, 2021 at the age of 60. Mass of a Christian Burial will be held Wednesday July 7, 2021 at 11:00 am at St. Francis Borgia North, Catholic Church (1375 Covered Bridge Road), Cedarburg. The family will receive friends and relatives on Wednesday at the church, from 10:00 -10:45 am. Inurnment will take place at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Cemetery to follow Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association are appreciated.
Lisa grew up in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Music and academia were her passions. After graduating from Cedarburg High school in 1979, her caring personality and intellect drove her to earn an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Ripon College, followed by a Masters degree in Educational Psychology from UW-Milwaukee, both with honors and recognition of outstanding achievement. With her degrees and various related counseling certifications, she went on to help others in need.
Lisa is survived by her loving parents A. John and Maria (Sandoval) Freeman, sisters Cathy (Mark) Antonneau, Margie Freeman (Peter Kudlata), and Diane (Don) Steinberg, nephews Jared Antonneau, Jacob Antonneau, Connor Martin and nieces Nicole Steinberg and Caitlin Steinberg. Further survived by many other relatives and friends.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Lawrence “Larry” Smith Jr. ’81
In Memory of Lawrence “Larry” Smith Jr. ’81
Lawrence Smith
LAWRENCE L. SMITH JR. ’81 of McLean, Virginia, died Sept. 28, 2021. At Ripon, he was an All-American wrestler and a member of Phi Delta Theta/Alpha Phi Omega. He also wrestled at Ball State University. He worked for Brooks Brothers and Cuffs in Washington, D.C., and the family business, Rodes Clothing, in Columbus, Indiana, and Louisville, Kentucky. In the Washington, D.C., area, he coached for the Capital Area Wrestling League where he cultivated several champions including his son, Trey, and Olympic Gold Medalist Helen Maroulis. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited, an avid hunter, and especially enjoyed training Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. Survivors include his wife, Nicole; and one son.
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McLean, VA. – Louisville – Lawrence (“Larry”) Lithgow Smith, Jr. passed away peacefully on September 28th in the presence of his loving wife and son.
Larry was born on September 24, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky.
He was an All American athlete at Wayland Academy in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, where he won a State Championship. He went on to achieve national recognition as a collegiate All American wrestler at Ripon College and Ball State University.
Early in his professional career, Larry moved to Washington DC to work for Brooks Brothers and Cuffs. It was there he met Nicole Atkinson, his future wife and the love of his life. Larry and Nicole married in 1985 at St. John’s Church, Lafayette Square in Washington DC.
Larry and Nicole moved to Columbus, Indiana where he joined the family business, Rodes Clothing, as the general manager of the company’s Columbus store.
In the spring of 1989, Larry and Nicole moved to Louisville where he assumed the role of men’s clothing buyer and merchandise manager for Rodes. Later that summer, the couple welcomed the birth of their son, Lawrence (“Trey”) Lithgow Smith, III.
In the mid 1990’s, the family moved to Washington, DC to support Nicole’s dream of becoming an attorney. In 1997, Nicole graduated from Georgetown University Law Center with Larry and Trey proudly by her side.
The family settled down in the D.C. area where Larry continued to be a pillar of support to Nicole as her law career started and blossomed. Nicole never hesitates to credit Larry’s selflessness and dedication to her and Trey as the reason she was able to pursue and realize her professional dreams.
Larry went on to coach for the Capital Area Wrestling League where he cultivated several champions including his son, Trey, and Olympic Gold Medalist Helen Maroulis.
He was a member of Ducks Unlimited, an avid hunter, and especially enjoyed training his beloved Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
Larry loved being known in the neighborhood as the house that handed out full sized candy bars on Halloween, a fourteen thousand bulb Christmas light display, and fireworks for every occasion.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents Jane Ulferts Smith, and Lawrence Lithgow Smith, Sr., and his grandparents, Mary and Ray Ulferts, and Hanford and Elizabeth Smith.
In addition to his wife and son, Larry is survived by his sister, Susan Vogt, brother-in-law, Howard Vogt, and their son Howie Vogt, as well as beloved cousins, aunts, uncles and family and friends across the country.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday at St. Francis in the Fields Episcopal Church 6710 Wolf Pen Branch Road (at US Hwy 42). The funeral will be lived-streamed at SFITF.org/smith for those who can not attend in person. Burial to follow in Cave Hill Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Pearson’s.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in Larry’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of his mother, Jane Ulferts Smith.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of John Dean ’80
In Memory of John Dean ’80
John Dean
JOHN M. DEAN ’80 of Tucson, Arizona, died July 10, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in psychology and participated in Theta Chi. He received a degree from Stanford University. He taught English in Taiwan through Volunteers in Asia and pursued a career as an editor in the publishing industry. His passions included speech and debate, creative writing, painting, swimming and theater. Survivors include his mother, Derry Dean.
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Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Stanley Cieslewicz ’79
In Memory of Stanley Cieslewicz ’79
Stanley Cieslewicz
STANLEY J. CIESLEWICZ ’79 of Vancouver, Washington, died Nov. 11, 2020. At Ripon, he participated in forensics/debate, student government, theatre and ROTC. He received a degree in foreign service from Georgetown University and a doctor of jurisprudence from the University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho. He retired in June 2019 after 37 years in federal service from the Office of the Judge Advocate, U.S. Army Europe. He had served as an active duty officer, an Army and Air Force reserve officer, and as a civilian attorney in several assignments around the world. He was renowned throughout Europe and across the Services for his expertise in contract and fiscal law and was the U.S. Army Europe expert on Acquisition and Cross Servicing Agreements.
Submitted obituary:
NOTICE OF PASSING – Mr. Stanley J. Cieslewicz
It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of Mr. Stanley J. Cieslewicz. Stan, as he was known to family and friends, retired after 37 years of federal service from the Office of the Judge Advocate, US Army Europe, in June, 2019. During his years of service, Stan served as an active duty officer, an Army and Air Force reserve officer, and as a civilian attorney in several different assignments around the world. He was renowned throughout Europe and across the Services for his keen understanding in contract and fiscal law matters.
Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on December 8, 1956, Stan was the second of five brothers. In 1975, after high school, Stan attended Ripon College in Ripon, Wisconsin, and later, in 1979, graduated with Bachelor of Science degree in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. In 1982, Stan received his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho.
Stan first commissioned as an officer in the US Army Adjutant General’s Corps in 1982. Subsequently, he transferred to the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, graduating from the Judge Advocate Officer Basic Course in 1983. For the next four years, Stan served in a variety of positions at the US Army Armament, Munitions and Chemical Command at Rock Island, Illinois, in Korea, and at Fort Lewis.
After Stan left active duty in 1988, he worked as a civilian attorney for the US Army Corps of Engineers in the Seattle District. He moved to Germany for the first time in 1990, when the US Army Contracting Command-Europe hired him as Regional Counsel in Fuerth, Germany. In 1993, Stan left Germany to take a job as Regional Counsel, Defense Commissary Agency, Northwest/Pacific Division, Fort Lewis, Washington. However, after three years, Stan returned to Germany as the Regional Counsel, US Army Contract Command Europe, Grafenwoehr, Germany. In 1998, the US Army Europe Office of the Judge Advocate, then in Heidelberg, Germany, hired Stan as an Attorney-Advisor in the Contract and Fiscal Law Division (KFLD). Stan moved with the Headquarters from Heidelberg to Wiesbaden in 2014 and remained with KFLD until his retirement in June 2019.
Concurrently with his assignments as a civilian attorney, Stan served as an Army Reserve Officer first in the Army and then in the Air Force Reserves, working in a variety of positions in both organizations. Stan retired from the Air Force Reserves as a Lt. Colonel in 2010, with over 28 years of both active and reserve service.
Over the course of his 37 years of Government service, Stan provided legal support on thousands of procurement actions worth billions of dollars. In fact, Stan’s career in Europe spanned several key events to which Stan contributed valuable legal advice to US Army Europe, such as responding to Saddam Hussein’s invasion of Kuwait, operations in the Balkans, and Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.
Stan was an acknowledged expert on many facets of contract and fiscal law. Of note, Stan was the US Army Europe expert on Acquisition and Cross Servicing Agreements (ACSA), and for many years, provided invaluable insight to US Army Europe command and staff in the execution of its expansive ACSA program.
Importantly, over the course of his career, Stan also trained and mentored dozens of attorneys and junior officers. Stan was always willing to use his nearly four decades of acquisition experience to train and develop the next generation of attorneys. But beyond being an iconic attorney within the contract and fiscal community, Stan was also a great colleague and friend. Whether it was sharing stories about his travels to Spain, discussing the requirements for an ACSA order, filling in the legal history behind why things are the way they are in US Army Europe, or playing the “Cieslewicz song” for every new attorney, Stan was a fixture in the office and is sorely missed.
Stan passed away less than a month before his 64th birthday, on November 11, 2020, at his home in Vancouver, Washington. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Paul. He is survived by brothers Mark, Bill, and Greg, along with a legion of Uncles, Aunts, cousins, and friends in the U.S. and around the world. Please keep the Cieslewicz family in your thoughts and prayers during this most difficult of times.
A virtual tribute will be held for Stan, hosted by the US Army Europe, OJA on December 9, 2020, 1000 Eastern Standard Time (EST) (or 1600 Central European Time (CET)). Please contact Ms. Irina Edwards by email at [email protected] if you wish to receive an invite to view the virtual tribute over Zoom.
CHARLES N. PEDE
LTG, U.S. Army
The Judge Advocate General
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Rob “Tex” Meyer ’78
In Memory of Rob “Tex” Meyer ’78
Rob Meyer
ROBERT R. “ROB” “TEX” MEYER ’78 of Moscow, Idaho, died Nov. 22, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in drama and English and participated in College Days, Parallax, student government, WRPN Radio and theatre. He was a member of Theta Chi, Partners in the Legacy, Phi Beta Kappa, Alumni/Parent Admission Alliance and the Alumni Board of Directors. He also served as Class Agent. He earned a master’s degree in education from Brown University. He worked as a journalist and English teacher, then as a freelance writer and editor after retiring.
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Rob Meyer passed away on Nov. 22, 2021. A 1974 graduate of Amherst Regional High School in Massachusetts, he earned a B.A. in Drama from Ripon College (1978) and an MA in Teaching from Brown University (1985), and lived and worked in multiple US cities as a radio host, journalist, English teacher, freelance writer, and editor before retiring in Moscow, ID. At his request, no formal service was held. Those who would like to mark his passing are encouraged to donate to their local Humane Society.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Andrew Marvel Jr. ’77
In Memory of Andrew Marvel Jr. ’77
Andrew Marvel
ANDREW MARVEL JR. ’77 of Weston, Massachusetts, died Sept. 5, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in economics and participated in tennis and Phi Delta Theta. He also studied at the Boston Architectural Center, and he operated Marvel Construction Co. for more than 40 years. He was an Eagle Scout, talented painter, master chef, competitive tennis player, pianist, shellfish connoisseur, amateur inventor, and lover of all activities involving the ocean and heavy winds. He also contributed to his community, serving on the Josiah Smith Tavern and Old Library Renovation Committee. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth “Beanie” Marvel; and three daughters.
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MARVEL, Andrew Jr. Of Weston, lovingly known by family and friends as “Andy,” passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at his home on the Cape in Falmouth. Born on April 14, 1955 in North Caldwell, NJ to parents Andrew and Nancy Marvel, Andy was the youngest of two children. The son of an inventor father and artistic mother, he inherited a creative spirit, and uncovered his calling for craftsmanship in his youth while working alongside his father on Martha’s Vineyard. Andy graduated from Ripon College in Wisconsin in 1977, majoring in Economics and Modern Architecture, where he was also a member of Phi Delta Theta. He furthered his studies at the Boston Architectural Center, working for a variety of architects. This creativity evolved as the foundation for his business career when he founded Marvel Construction Co. in 1981, which he operated for over 40 years. As accomplished as Andy was in his profession, he was equally gifted in many other areas of his life. He was an Eagle Scout, talented painter, master chef, competitive tennis player, pianist, shellfish connoisseur, amateur inventor, and lover of all activities involving the ocean and heavy winds. Even in his later years, Andy had goals and dreams similar to most 20-somethings: learn to surf, travel the world, parachute, hang glide, kite sail, and most recently kite foil. Andy also contributed to his community, serving on the Josiah Smith Tavern and Old Library Renovation Committee. Andy’s life revolved around his beloved wife, Elizabeth “Beanie” Marvel, who he married in 1987, his three daughters, Stephanie and her husband Graham Allison of Cohasset, Jenna Marvel of Waltham, Julia Marvel of Charlestown, and last, but certainly not least, his cherished dog, Colby. He was also the best “Pop” to his grandchildren, Luke and Emily, with whom he built igloos, sandcastles, and model homes. He is survived by his sister and her husband, Christine and Brian Hotarek, of Scituate and their family. He will be remembered for his kindness to others, generosity and love of life. He made everyone around him feel warm, welcomed, and loved, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. An outdoor Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 2, at 11:00 am at the First Parish Church, 349 Boston Post Road, Weston. For COVID protocols in place for this service, please go to FirstParishWeston.org In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift in Celebration of Andy’s Life to the Citizens’ Climate Lobby. Arrangements entrusted to care of the John Bryant Funeral Home of WAYLAND. For condolences please visit www.johncbryantfuneralhome.com
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of James Haney ’76
In Memory of James Haney ’76
James Haney
JAMES M. HANEY ’76 of Plover, Wisconsin, died Dec. 2, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in speech communications and history and was a member of Theta Chi and Phi Beta Kappa. He also served as a special graduate Trustee and received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2001. He earned master’s and doctorate degrees from the University of Iowa. He was a retired professor from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, also serving as head of the Communication Division, associate dean and interim Dean of the College of Fine Arts and Communication. From 1991 to 2000, he was research and information director for the Wisconsin Department of Justice and communications director for the state attorney general. He enjoyed traveling, reading, discussing politics, the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers and Milwaukee Bucks.
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James M. Haney, 67, entered eternal life on December 2, 2021, in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born in New London, Wisconsin, on August 2, 1954, the third child of Abner and Mae (Uelmen) Haney. He was a retired professor from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and had also been the director of communications for Wisconsin Attorney General James Doyle.
Jim was a graduate of New London Senior High School, Ripon College, and the University of Iowa. He was a world traveler and avid reader. He was a faithful fan of the Packers, Brewers, and Bucks and delighted in discussing politics.
He is survived by his siblings: Joyce Levenhagen, and Dan Haney (Mike Diestler); nephew, Troy Levenhagen; niece, Lynn (Adam) Swoverland; grandnephew, Joseph (Joey) Levenhagen, as well as extended family and friends.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, William Levenhagen.
Due to Covid, masks are encouraged for those attending Jim’s memorial service.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2021, at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, New London with Fr. John Kleinschmidt officiating. Interment will be in Most Precious Blood Cemetery, New London. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Cline-Hanson Funeral Home New London is assisting the family with arrangements. 920-982-3232
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Jeffrey Clark ’76
In Memory of Jeffrey Clark ’76
Jeffrey Clark
JEFFREY P. CLARK ’76 of Poynette, Wisconsin, died May 9, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in economics and participated in baseball, Phi Kappa Pi, Phi Beta Kappa, Partners in the Legacy and other Ripon memberships. He received a law degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
He worked for his entire 42-year career at Lathrop (later Boardman) & Clark. He served as president of the State Bar of the Wisconsin Elder Law & Special Needs Section and of the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. He loved sports, especially the UW Badgers football and basketball, and played curling and golf. He enjoyed landscaping, history and travelling. Survivors include his wife, Susan; son ADAM CLARK ’07; daughter LAURA CLARK CULLINANE ’02; and brothers JAMES CLARK ’68 and JOHN CLARK ’71.
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POYNETTE – Jeffrey P. “Jeff” Clark entered the world on June 20, 1954, into the hands of close family friend, Dr. Stevenson, at Dr. Focke’s Poynette Hospital, a mere 75-feet from the Clark residence, and passed away peacefully at home in his native Poynette on May 9, 2021.
The son of James and Gloria Clark, Jeff married Susan Kutzke at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Poynette on Aug. 5, 1978, and together they raised two wonderful children, Laura and Adam, who have continually expanded their horizons and currently reside in Ireland and Hong Kong respectively. After graduating from UW Law School in 1979, Jeff worked his entire 42-year career at Lathrop (later Boardman) & Clark, practicing primarily in the Poynette area. While enjoying a general practice, Jeff was especially gratified by his specialization in elder law, where he took particular pride helping his clients gain peace of mind by getting their fiscal “house” in order. He served as President of the State Bar of the Wisconsin Elder Law & Special Needs Section, President of the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and was chosen for the Member of the Year Award by the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys in 2019.
In high school, Jeff fully participated in football, basketball and baseball. Jeff continued this love of sports as a 40-plus year season ticket holder to UW Badgers football and basketball, rarely missing a game. Sporting a RZBOWL license plate for over a quarter-century, Jeff’s steadfast loyalty was rewarded when he twice-fulfilled a lifelong dream, traveling to watch his beloved Badgers compete in two Rose Bowls and two Final Fours. Until recently, Jeff was an active member of the Poynette Curling Club and member of the Portage Country Golf Club. Jeff enjoyed the competition and camaraderie of each sport in equal measure.
Jeff was also an avid amateur landscaper. Part hobby, part fixation, Jeff (and his family) battled rocky soil, floods, muskrats, and more for over three decades, slowly crafting a serene backyard where Jeff and Sue enjoyed grilling and relaxing on the deck, observing the fruits of their labor. While partial to his native Wisconsin, as a history buff, Jeff enjoyed traveling to experience new cultures and visit his kids, venturing to Mexico, China, Ireland, Italy, Portugal and Eastern Europe.
A beloved husband and father, Jeff will be sorely missed by his family.
He is survived by his loving bride of 42 years, Susan; his children, Adam (Sophie) Clark and Laura (Sean) Cullinane; grandchildren, Liam Cullinane and Valorie Clark; his 99-year-old mother, Gloria Clark; as well as his brothers and sister, James (Martha) Clark, John (Patti) Clark, and Cynthia (John) Loescher; and numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and many more. Jeff was preceded in death by his father, James Clark.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH in Poynette on Monday, May 24 at 1 p.m., with Father Dan Sanders presiding. Inurnment will be private at Hillside Cemetery. Visitation will be at PFLANZ MANTEY MENDRALA FUNERAL HOME in Poynette on Sunday, May 23 from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Masks and social distancing rules will be observed at the funeral home, with a limit of 50 people attending at one time.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Friends of the MacKenzie Center or to The Clark Family Scholarship, which is awarded annually to one or more deserving Poynette High School senior(s) to help with tuition costs.
The Pflanz Mantey Mendrala Funeral Home in Poynette (www.pmmfh.com) is assisting the family.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Annette Reigle Barrett ’75
In Memory of Annette Reigle Barrett ’75
Annette Barrett
ANNETTE REIGLE BARRETT ’75 of Tucson, Arizona, died Sept. 8, 2021. At Ripon, she studied sociology and anthropology and was a member of Alpha Xi Delta. She worked in the construction industry. She was an avid reader, crafter and dog owner. Survivors include two daughters; siblings, including a sister, SUELLEN “SUDY” REIGLE ALTHOLZ ’73; and a brother-in-law, THOMAS ALTHOLZ ’72.
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Annette Barrett passed away on September 8, 2021. Annette was born on October 23, 1953 to Janie and Ronald Reigle in West Bend, WI. She attended Ripon College, and after being a loving stay-at-home mother she found a career working in the construction industry. Her true passion in life was her family. She leaves behind her daughters, Jennifer Keim (George) and Georgeanne Barrett (Robert) and cherished granddaughters, Lucy and Charlie. Annette also is survived by her sisters, Sudy Altholz (Tom), Lynne Klein (George) and brothers, Ronald Reigle (Lynne) and Jamie Reigle; as well as other nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Annette was an avid reader, crafter, and a treasured friend of the small dog side of the Udall Park dog park with her beloved dog Riley. Most of all, she was dearly loved by everyone who knew her and will be sorely missed. A Celebration of Life will be held to celebrate Annette at the Desert Hope Lutheran Church on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Sam Weller ’73
In Memory of Sam Weller ’73
Sam Weller
SAM L. WELLER ’73 of Delray Beach, Florida, died in September 2021. At Ripon, he majored in economics. He ran C & S Weller Corporation and was a general contractor who built communication towers throughout the state of Florida.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Catherine Masson Lewis ’73
In Memory of Catherine Masson Lewis ’73
Catherine Lewis
CATHERINE MASSON LEWIS ’73 of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, died Oct. 22, 2021. At Ripon, she studied Spanish and anthropology and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Survivors include two daughter; and a sister, LINDA MASSON KASTENDIEK ’66.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Roger March ’72
In Memory of Roger March ’72
Roger March
ROGER J. MARCH ’72 of Jackson, Wisconsin, died Aug. 16, 2018. He worked in the ink industry for 44 years. He enjoyed golfing and watching the Milwaukee Brewers, Red Sox, Chicago Bears and Patriots on television. He also enjoyed outdoors and fishing with his family and being outside and watching birds with his wife. Survivors include his wife, Susan; two sons and two daughters.
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Roger J March passed away Thursday, August 16, 2018 at the age of 67 surrounded by loved ones at Community Memorial Hospital in Menomonee Falls, WI.
Roger was a wonderful, loving man, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He loved every day and gave his all to everything he did. Roger was the type of person that you could count on for anything and he left a lasting memory on you no matter how many times you crossed his path. Roger was one of a kind and will be remembered as such by many.
Roger’s best friend in life was his wife of 40 years Susan. Together they enjoyed many things, from watching their four children grow into proud adults to sitting together watching whichever of Roger’s favorite sports teams on television. They spent quite a bit of time up-north when their children were younger, taking in the outdoors and fishing. In recent years they enjoyed being outside and watching the many birds together that visited their abundance of bird feeders or being around family and seeing the joy they brought to their children’s and grandchildren’s lives.
Roger spent a good portion of his life working in the ink industry, 44 years to be exact. He learned a lot, taught many people a lot, mastered the field, and was able to meet many special people throughout his career. He enjoyed work and thrived in his industry of choice. When he wasn’t working Roger could be found spending time with family, golfing with his sons and friends, or watching the Brewers, Red Sox, Bears or Patriots on television, he truly had a zest for life and love.
Roger is survived by his wife Susan March, his youngest brother Peter March (Ellen), his sister in-law Susan March-Schwarmann (John), and his four children Jonathan March (Theresa), Kristin Mamayek (Scott), Melissa March (Patrick), and Joshua March. He is also survived by his five grandchildren Taylor, Camron, Alivia, Jaxon, and Mason.
Roger was preceded in death by his father John March, mother Ruth March, stepmother Beth March, and his oldest brother William March.
A visitation will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, September 8, 2018 with memorial service to follow at 4:00 pm at Schmidt Funeral Home of Jackson, N168W20135 Main St, Jackson, WI 53037
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the Prostate Cancer Foundation in memory of Roger March at pcf.org and the in memory of Roger March fundraiser.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Susan Barden Walker ’71
In Memory of Susan Barden Walker ’71
Susan Walker
SUSAN BARDEN WALKER ’71 of Chicago, Illinois, died July 16, 2021. At Ripon, she studied psychology and educational studies and participated in Alpha Chi Omega. She worked for 30 years at William Blair Co., Chicago, as the senior relationship manager for The Mabie Wealth Management Group and for Geneva Investments for eight years. She held a FINRA Series 7 License. She was a volunteer at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago for more than 25 years. She loved animals, photography, cross stitch and knitting.
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Susan Barden Walker, 72, of Chicago, IL, died peacefully on July 16, 2021 at Silverado North Shore Memory Care Community, Glendale, WI, from a 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.
She was born on May 25, 1949 in Kenosha, WI. Susan is preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth (Betty) Barden Walker, her father, G. Thomas Walker, Jr, her step-mother, Mary Eileen (Honey) Richards Walker, her brother-in-law, William G. Blighton, as well as, her maternal grandparents, Dick & Gladys Barden and paternal grandparents, George & Elaine Walker.
She is survived by her siblings: Margaret E. Walker Blighton, Wauwatosa, WI, George T. Walker III (Claire), San Diego, CA, Sarah L. Walker Pederson (David), Ft. Meyers, FL, William R. Walker, (Barb), Wauwatosa, WI, Robert D. Walker, (Penny), Kenosha, WI.; as well as 12 nieces and nephews, and 14 great-nieces and nephews, and a large and loving family of dear cousins.
Susan graduated from Kemper Hall, Kenosha, WI and Ripon College, Ripon, WI with a B.A. degree in Liberal Arts. Susan worked 30 years at William Blair Company, Chicago, IL, as the Senior Relationship Manager for The Mabie Wealth Management Group, Geneva Investments for 8 years, and held a FINRA Series 7 License.
Susan was an avid animal lover, as well as the resident family photographer. She was a docent (teaching volunteer) at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago for over 25 years. She adored and photographed the big cats as well as her little ones, and took many family photos, as well as, photos of her favorite animals and every one of them was well loved!
And, when out on a shopping errand, she stopped to speak and pet every dog on Michigan Avenue!
Susan was also wonderfully creative and very talented in cross stitch and knitting, and who loved knitting all the new family babies and toddlers’ wonderful sweaters, hats, blankets and mittens. As they grew older, she was the master of their elaborate Halloween costumes and fabulous Christmas Decorations. Susan was a kind and fun-loving Aunt & Great Aunt with a sharp wit and dry sense of humor … always “game” for a fun adventure.
But her favorite pastime, above all others, was walking the stunning white-sand beaches of Sanibel Island, and searching for the most perfect shells that had rolled up on the beach during low tide. . . just before the sun met the horizon in all its glorious splendor.
Throughout Susan’s life, her strong belief was that, “The Love for all living creatures is the most noble attribute of man.”, a quote from Charles Darwin.
A Memorial Service to celebrate Susan’s life will be held at St Mary’s Chapel, Kemper Center, 6501 Third Avenue, Kenosha, WI on July 29th at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be held at Ambrose Hall, Kemper Center, 1 hour prior to the service on July 29th, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Susan will be buried in a private service at Green Ridge Cemetery, Kenosha, WI.
Those who wish to remember Susan in a special way, may make gifts in her memory to the Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614, or The Alzheimer’s Association at act.alz.org
Susan’s family would like to thank all of the staff at Silverado’s North Shore, Oak Village and Naperville Memory Care Communities for years of love and kind and patient care, and also, Susan’s hospice team from Brighton Hospice for their loving and compassionate care and kindness to Susan and her family.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Edward Simeth ’69
In Memory of Edward Simeth ’69
Edward Simeth
EDWARD F. SIMETH ’69 of Appleton, Wisconsin, died Dec. 21, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in history, served as a resident assistant, was a member of Phi Delta Theta and was commissioned through ROTC. He received a master’s degree in counselor education from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He worked for 30 years in industrial sales with his brother, Steve. In his younger years, he played football, basketball, racquetball and softball. He later enjoyed the outdoors, skiing, biking, camping and kayaking. He enjoyed learning and reading, including studies of Christian literature, health, finance, nature and psychology. He also sang in his church choir. Survivors include one son and two daughters.
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Edward Simeth
Appleton – Edward F. Simeth, 77, of Appleton, left this life for his next adventure on December 21, 2021. He was a devout follower of Christ and was looking forward to being with Him in Heaven.
If you knew him, you already heard his life story, but for the uninitiated, Ed was born to Audrey and Edward L. Simeth on December 18, 1944, in Milwaukee. Ed often impressed family by remembering the first and last name of every neighbor, classmate, and teacher he had from former haunts such as Hales Corners, Marquette High School, and Ripon College. He was generally a rule follower but there have been rumors of blowing up someone’s lunch and sneaking ducklings into a science class. Despite any alleged shenanigans, he managed to obtain a totally legitimate master’s degree in education guidance from UW Oshkosh. He put it to good use for more than 30 years in industrial sales with his brother Steve. One of the joys of his work was getting to know his customers and many counted him as a friend. Ed never met a stranger and wanted everyone to know how unique and important they are.
Ed was full of life and loved being active outdoors. He was a gifted athlete as a young man, and loved to recall achievements in football, basketball, racquetball, and softball. Later in life, some of his greatest joys were skiing, biking, camping, and kayaking. Ed was known as a “gear head” and intentionally bought two of everything so that friends could share in his outdoor adventures. One of his most special life achievements was hiking a portion of the Ice Age Trail.
He was very generous, exuberant, often irreverent, always playful. He was curious and loved to learn. His bookshelves were full of Christian literature, health, finance, nature, and psychology books. He loved singing in the church Choir and blasting music.
He is survived by his children Anna (Tom) Beno, Peter Simeth, and Rachel Simeth, as well as his brother Steve (Denise) Simeth. Ed was preceded in death by his mom and dad, brother James, and son Joel.
A celebration of Ed’s life will be held in the spring or early summer, and will be announced nearer that time. There may or may not be a bounce house, but there will certainly be good food and laughter.
Please see Ed’s page at wichmannfuneralhomes.com to express condolences and for further information regarding services as they become available.
Posted online on December 29, 2021
Published in The Post Crescent
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of David Kennicott ’68
In Memory of David Kennicott ’68
David Kennicott
DAVID L. KENNICOTT ’68 of University Place, Washington, died Aug. 31, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in philosophy. After serving the Army in Fort Knox and Bübligren, Germany, he received a master’s degree in library science from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He was the branch administrator for the Pierce County Library Systems for more than 20 years. He enjoyed traveling, visiting California, Hawaii, Europe and all parts of the northwest United States and southwest Canada. He loved crossword puzzles, traveling to car races and rally races, collecting model cars and toys, and gathering and dispensing facts and information. Survivors include his wife, Elaine; and one son.
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David Langdon Kennicott
October 8, 1945 – August 31, 2021
University Place, Washington – David Langdon Kennicott was born October 8, 1945, and died August 31, 2121. He was at home with Kaiser Hospice and surrounded by his loving family and friends.
David is preceded in death by his parents, Hiram and Mary Kennicott, and his brother Hiram. He is survived by his wife Elaine, his son James (Copper), his fierce granddaughters Hazel and Juniper, his sister Susan Tappert (Kenneth), numerous nieces and nephews and a dozen of the most loved and nurturing friends from first grade and college anyone could ever have. They’ve kept him on his toes.
David was born and raised in Highland Park, Il, and attended grade and high schools in his hometown. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in philosophy from Ripon College in Wisconsin. He was drafted into the Army in 1968 and served in Fort Knox and Bübligren, Germany where David and his first wife, Nancy, learned to love German food and enjoyed traveling about Europe.
Life happened, and in 1971 he met his sister’s physical therapy roommate and married the love of his life, Elaine Earley. They have lived just short of 49 years together. David used the GI bill and received his Masters degree in Library Science from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He was born to be a philosophic librarian with his encyclopedic memory for facts—both little known and long buried—and enumerable songs, ditties, and sea shanties.
David and Elaine lived in Highland Park for the first years of their marriage and moved out to the wild west in 1984 to be with many of his college and childhood friends with whom he kept in close and loving relationships with since first grade and college.
They both formed close friendships with Pierce County Library staff and the Home Care staff of Group Health. He worked as the Branch Administrator at Pierce County Library systems for over 20 years.
David enjoyed traveling with family and friends visiting California, Hawaii, Europe and all parts of the Northwest US and Southwest Canada. He loved crossword puzzles, traveling to car races and rally races, collecting model cars and wonderful toys, and gathering and dispensing wanted (and sometimes unwanted) facts and information.
He will be missed. Have a Rum and Coke looking out at a sunset over water.
Donations may be made to: Pierce County Library Foundation- Kaiser Hospice- Planned Parenthood—and the American Lung Association.
Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement
In Memory of Richard Brockhaus ’68
In Memory of Richard Brockhaus ’68
Richard Brockhaus
RICHARD R. BROCKHAUS ’68 of Rockville, Maryland, died Aug. 12, 2021. At Ripon, he majored in physics and philosophy and was a member of Partners in the Legacy. He received a Ph.D. in philosophy from Brown University. He taught philosophy at Bucknell University before moving to the Washington, D.C., area. “Doc Brock” taught calculus and physics at Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland, for close to 30 years. Survivors include his wife, Ann; one son and one daughter.
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Submitted by: Associate Director of Engagement