Class Notes

‘33 Mary Knowlton Sulzer The Alumni Office recently learned of Mary’s death on March 6, 2017; she was 98 years old. Mary is survived by her brothers Hugh Knowlton, Jr. ‘35, Winthrop Knowlton ‘40 and Stanley Knowlton, as well as her daughter, son, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ‘37 Jessie Pennoyer Snyder The Alumni Office recently learned of Jessie’s death on May 1, 2018; she was 91 years old. Jessie is survived by her brother, Robert M. Pennoyer ‘39, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ‘41 George D. O’Neill It is with regret that we share the news of George’s death on June 27, 2019. After Green Vale, he graduated from St. Mark’s School in 1945 and Harvard College in 1950. George was a Midshipman in the Merchant Marine Cadet Corps from 1945-1946. He began his career working at Chase Manhattan Bank and spent 13 years at Train & Cabot. Later, George founded and was chairman of Meriwether Capital in 1977, a private investment firm in New York, as well as chairman of Capewell Components Company, Segrest Holdings, Tonka Water Company and Wood Pro, Inc. Finally, he served as a Commissioner of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey from 1991-1999. George was involved in numerous educational, arts and community organizations in Oyster Bay. He was predeceased by his wife, brother Grover O’Neill, Jr. ‘36 and sister Catharine O’Neill Heyes ‘38, and is survived by six children and a large extended family.

‘43 Patricia Barry Baker The Alumni Office recently learned of Patricia’s death on May 19, 2018.

‘45 Grace Dyer Aarons It is with regret that we share the news of Grace’s death on December 23, 2019; she was 90 years old. After Green Vale, Grace attended Chapin School in New York City, Miss Porter’s School in Connecticut and Brillantmont International School in Switzerland. She graduated from Barmore College in New York City. Grace received formal training as a lyric soprano and was a member of the Baltimore Choral Society, Baltimore Civic Opera, and a charter member of the Connecticut Choral Society. She was also an ardent supporter of the performing arts and animal rights. Grace is survived by her son, daughter, granddaughter and longtime companion, and was predeceased by her elder son and brother Elisha Dyer, Jr. ‘46. Rosalie Coe Weir The Alumni Office recently learned of Rosalie’s death on June 30, 2018. She was a generous and anonymous benefactor with a particular interest in The Arts.

‘46 Cecily Delafield The Alumni Office recently learned of Cecily’s death on January 28, 2019.

‘47 Robert D. Craigmyle The Alumni Office recently learned of Robert’s death on March 28, 2019. After Green Vale, he graduated from St. Paul’s School in 1951, Yale University with a Bachelor of Science in Geology in 1955 and Columbia Law School with a Bachelor of Laws in 1961. Robert was a Lieutenant and jet-fighter-bomber pilot with a Global Mission in the United States Air Force from 1955-1961. Later, he practiced as an attorney, businessman and consultant in the technology field. Robert is survived by his wife and children. ‘49 Mary “Pat” Doubleday Irons The Alumni Office recently learned of Pat’s death on December 10, 2017; she was 83 years old. After Green Vale, Pat attended Ethel Walker School and Vassar College. During her college years, Pat met and later married Henry Clay Irons. They raised their family on Long Island while she continued to work. Pat was the Editor of Baby Talk, a magazine for expectant mothers based in New York City. In the late 1980’s, she and Harry moved to Vero Beach, Florida where they lived together until her death. Pat is survived by her sisters Marguerite Doubleday Buck ‘52 and Dorothy Doubleday Massey ‘53, sons Henry Clay Irons ‘69 and George Chester Irons ‘73, daughter Carol Louise Irons Ross ‘74 and extended family. ‘52 Anthony S. Hoyt “I am living happily in Palm Springs and enjoying good health.”

‘53 Henry “Dusty” S. Reeder, Jr.: hreeder@arcusa.com Nancy Olmsted Kaehr The Alumni Office recently learned of Nancy’s death on October 4, 2018. She is survived by her husband and brother Robert M. Olmsted ‘54.

Henry “Dusty” S. Reeder, Jr. “After a successful 60th reunion in May of 2014, our classes decided that it was not prudent to wait until our 70th to gather once more. Thus in September 2019, a loyal and able group of alumni from the Classes of 1953 and 1954 gathered again in Greenwich, CT for a wonderful luncheon and a chance to have fun remembrances. We were joined by Head of School Jesse Dougherty and Associate Director of Development Alexandra Shaheen, both of whom helped us catch up on what is happening at the School. We all agreed we would test the water in another five years and try for a 70th. I suspect we might set a record for “senior” reunions, but perhaps I am wrong. My sincere thanks to Mimi Colgate Kirk ‘54 and Bill Nickerson ‘53 who helped to make the event possible.”

For the twelfth consecutive year, Dusty and Philip Iglehart ‘53 gathered this winter with other friends to hunt in Maryland. GVS alumni who have joined them in past years include Fred Underwood ‘53, Bunny Terry ‘53, Timmy Weld ‘53 and John Righter ‘52.

Francis M. Weld (“Timmy”) “What should we do about the COVID19 scare? The Class of 1953 is out hunting and fishing as always. We are absolutely protecting our populations at risk, but not going overboard.” ‘56 Thomas S. Snedeker “I retired back in 2006 after starting out at Citibank and ending up at JP Morgan Chase with investment banking and management of a Detroit Diesel Distributorship in between. During my working years, I chaired a number of civic organizations and was a Founding Director and Treasurer of the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. In 1983, I went back to school and have an Executive MBA from Tulane. I am very proud of my three daughters with an Emmy, four yoga studios in Seattle, five grandchildren, teaching and two books between them. I was divorced sometime ago and am dating a wonderful woman who is an artist. In 2016, I moved to Christwood Retirement Community across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans. I am thoroughly enjoying life here.” ‘60 Michael T. Johnson It is with regret that we share the news of Michael’s death on September 8, 2019. After attending Green Vale, he graduated from St. Paul’s School in New Hampshire and Syracuse University. In 1968, Michael served with the U.S. Navy at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and then pursued a banking career with JP Morgan in New York City. Finally, he moved to Eastern Long Island where he joined The Bank of New York in East Hampton and retired in 1995. Michael is survived by his brother Tracy Johnson ‘55 and sister, nieces Jennifer Embree Lannan ‘81 and Leslie Embree Kelly ‘85, and extended family.

‘61 Cynthia Higgins Roby “I am writing this as we are sheltered in place during the Coronavirus drama in March 2020. Otherwise, life is good! My wonderful sons, Jay and Nick, have busy lives. Jay lives in Atlanta with his wife, Ali, and three of my terrific grandchildren. My eldest granddaughter, Madison, goes to Episcopal High School in Virginia. As I recall, Archibald Hoxton, who was once the headmaster of Green Vale, went on to lead Episcopal. And my dear Green Vale friend, Margie Harrison Webb, has also been much involved in the school. My younger son, Nick, lives in Sausalito and works nearby. As a “Johnny on the spot”, he does so much for me. I am amply blessed by both of them! I retired from my job at the Marin County Board of Supervisors more than a decade ago. I continue to serve on the boards of several non-profits and was honored to be named as a “Magnificent Woman of Marin” several years ago.” ‘62 Judith Tabler Cook: judithtabler@gmail.com Judith Tabler Cook “We split our time between Jackson Hole and McLean, Virginia. Since we drive between the two locations, we have had the opportunity to see the country and visit with friends, such as Junius Morgan ‘61 in Tucson, Arizona. Our three grandchildren attend Green Vale so I get to walk around the campus now and then.”

R. Breck Denny “My wife, Ninna, and I live in Manhattan. I am not working for pay anymore, but seem to be quite busy with my work for two nonprofits. We spend time in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the warmer months. Two of four children (daughters, both married) live nearby in Manhattan in addition to our three grandchildren. One more daughter (engaged to be married in April) lives in Washington, DC. Our lone son (single so far) lives in Los Angeles.”

Cynthia Renchard French “My West Highland White Terrier, Jackson, and I are volunteering at the Denver Airport with the Canine Airport Therapy Squad (CATS) program. There are 120 of us with our dogs who volunteer. Of course, we trained to be certified by Alliance Therapy. I believe the program is now five years old and was first started at Los Angeles International Airport after September 11th. Denver is now the largest program in the country with the most volunteers. They have many special events with which we are called to assist. The program is fun and, once you get into working the terminals, it is amazing how many people flock to you. The distraction for nervous travelers is amazing. Jackson is the only Westie in the program, so he is a bit of a rock star. We have done walks and parades in Denver as well.”

Peter E. Guernsey, Jr. (“Tony”) “Retired after 47 years in wealth management at JP Morgan, UBS, and Wilmington Trust. Presently an independent family trustee to nine different families. Have three children and four grandchildren. Live in New York City, Bedford and on Martha’s Vineyard at the family’s ancestral home in the summer. Married to Evelyn Exley, a retired JP Morgan executive, for 30 years.”

David R. Holmes “Living with my wife, Brenda, in Spanish Fort, Alabama off the Gulf of Mexico (near Mobile). Working part time at Sherwood-Williams just to be helpful and keep a hand in – so to speak. Also, president of a 501(c)(3) think tank called Plan for America. Pet project is to rework social security into a self-sustaining system that politicians can’t tamper with. My daughter, Christina Holmes McKeon ‘94, is living in Watertown, CT and my son, DR Holmes ‘99, is working in New York City and living in Old Westbury. Any travelers to this area are welcome to visit. Best to all.”

Robin Martin Weiss “We left New York in 1976 to move to Cody, Wyoming as our family became very involved with the new museum, Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Twelve years later we found ourselves and two children in Jackson Hole, where we still live today enjoying the mountains and all they have to offer.”

‘64 Bhajira Radsch Townsend “Living in the Seattle area consulting with families on family business succession challenges and performing music with my husband in our acoustic guitar duo. Had a wonderful recent visit with Barbara Baldwin Dowd ‘64 in Georgia and my brother, Peter Radsch ‘65, who is living in Santa Barbara. Email me if you are in the Seattle area and want to visit.”

‘65 Innis O’Rourke III: ior3@optonline.net Jennifer Pennoyer Emerson Pictured: Sheldon Pennoyer ‘74 and Jennifer Pennoyer Emerson ‘65 on a backcountry ski trip in British Columbia

‘69 Marian E. Lindberg: mel1@optonline.net Michael v. S. Ward: michael.ward@maps.com Suzanne Dean

“Artists for Wildlife Conservation held two fundraisers in the last year. One benefited LEWA Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya and the other benefited The Black Mambas, an all female antipoaching unit in South Africa. We had some wonderful African musical artists for both. We look forward to expanding our influence and creating more awareness, as well as inspiring others to become more active with regards to saving endangered species.”

“I missed the Florida Reception at the home of Carolyn and Oliver Grace. Reason: my sons and I have just relocated (again) to Boston. Yes, it is still nippy up here. But the medical attention for my sons, Charles and Payson (13 years old), is the best! We are temporarily living close to Boston Children’s Hospital in a “starter” apart - ment. Reminds me of my days at architecture school here a long time ago. Anyone coming our way, please reach out. We are starting over and would always love to see familiar faces! Is there a GVS alumni group in the Boston area?” Deirdre Pennoyer Nadai (“Dinny”)

Pictured: Dinny and William Pennoyer ‘77 on Crane Beach in Ipswich, Massachusetts Paul T. Pennoyer (“Tad”) Tad driving launch in Salem, Massachusetts

Frances Tower Thacher It is with regret that we share the news of Frances’ death on March 25, 2019; she was 65 years old. In 1971, Frances traveled to the Congo to live with the Mbuti Pygmies where she developed a fascination with women’s health and childbirth practices. She earned an M.S. degree in Nursing and Midwifery from Columbia University in 1982. Frances went on to become Director of Midwifery at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital and later at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Throughout her life, she remained steadfast in her commitment to women’s health. Frances was predeceased by her husband, and is survived by her mother, grandchildren, children and siblings.

‘73 Nancy Toher Hawkins: nthawkins123@aol.com Georgina Laidlaw Berger (“Gina”) “We celebrated the wedding of my daughter, Arianne Elizabeth, to Chance Tileston Heath on June 29, 2019 under the big sky in Montana. We look forward to the wedding of my younger daughter, Shannon Alexandra, to Oscar Loynaz next. My son, Chad, is in New York City working as an investment banker. I moved from Princeton, New Jersey to Fairfield, Connecticut in May 2019. I continue with all kinds of charity work and plan to do overseas missions again in the near future.” ‘79 Jennifer Bancroft Kelter “Friends Forever: Class of 1979 at the 4th of July fireworks! Bobby Strandberg ‘79 lives in San Francisco now.”

Pictured: Jennifer Bancroft Kelter ‘79, Caitlin Nammack Weissman ‘79, Bobby Strandberg ‘79, Phoebe Doubleday Timpson ‘79, Diana Auchincloss Cunningham ‘79

‘82 Claudia DeBrun Boldyga: cboldyga@gmail.com Claudia DeBrun Boldyga

Claudia has been busy volunteering and raising millions of dollars for her community. She was awarded the Volunteer of the Year from Chesapeake Charities on November 14, 2019 after her local hospital, Anne Arundel Medical Center, nominated her. Alongside her husband Randy, Claudia is Founding Chair of Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Denim & Diamonds event, which is the largest event in the state. Denim & Diamonds started to shine a light on mental illness and drug addiction five years ago, and now has 1300 guests in attendance. She is also the Board Chair for Bosom Buddies Charities, Inc., which is another organi - zation near and dear to her heart after losing her mother to cancer 13 years ago. It supports the fight to eradicate this devastating disease and has raised over two million dollars. Every penny raised goes directly to their mission: to promote breast cancer awareness, encourage early detection, and to support treatment and celebrate healing. “I do have some very sad news to report, and that is the passing of my beloved father Arden H. deBrun this past June. I was just heartbroken, but was by his side until the end with my loving stepmother Connie. Our entire family will miss everything about him.” ‘86 Daryle Bost: dlb7@williams.edu Daryle L. Bost Sebastian Arcelus ‘92 sang in an alumni concert at Williams College honoring Stephen Sondheim. Daryle and Matt Catapano ‘88 attended the show and caught up with Seb afterwards.

Pictured: Daryle, Matt and Sebastian ‘87 Tyler M. Benham It is with regret that we share the news of Tyler’s death on August 14, 2019; he was 48 years old. Tyler was the beloved son of Margaret “Penny” W. Benham and David B. Benham, and is survived by his brother, Clifton E. Benham ‘89, and his family. ‘91 Laurence Jollon: ljollon@gmail.com Heather Upton: hjfupton@gmail.com Kelly M. MacKinnon Kelly was once again selected to represent the country as a member of the U.S. Over 40 Field Hockey Team competing in the Masters World Cup tournament being held in Nottingham this August. She was also named to the team in 2018. ‘95 Jonathan Connors: jtconnors23@yahoo.com Andrew Korson: korsonian@gmail.com F. Page McClean “I am riding out Coronavirus in Chile until further notice.” ‘99 David Knott: dmknott@gmail.com Elizabeth Robinson Duryea: leelee.duryea@gmail.com Michael J. Weiss “I am still living in the Flatiron District in Manhattan with my wife, Brett, and two boys, Hunter and Matthew. I was recently promoted to Partner at the international law firm Mayer Brown LLP.” ‘01 Rylan Soref: rylan.soref@gmail.com Victoria Pool Holm: vickymholm@gmail.com Andrew D. Abbott “I joined FASTDATA.io as their Vice President of Sales. We are a machine learning and big data analytics company with NVIDIA as our largest investor. It is a new industry for me and there is a lot to learn, but I am really enjoying it.”

Vanessa Paolillo Confessore Vanessa and her husband Joseph welcomed their first baby, Theodore Louis, on April 17, 2019. “Teddy is the happiest baby, and we just adore him!”

Graham B. Gardiner Graham moved back to Locust Valley with his family, and The Alumni Office received a special visitor: baby Catherine in her Green Vale onesie! Pictured: Graham Gardiner ‘01, Catherine Smith Gardiner and Alex Gardiner ‘02 Meagan Lesko Smiles: meg.p.smiles@gmail.com James N. Gardiner Jamie, co-founder & Chief Operating Officer of TPW Investment Management, talked with Bloomberg’s Scarlet Fu, Eric Balchunas and Sarah Ponczek about the ETFS to watch in 2020, the surge in equity ETF inflows, international funds and reviewing some of the best ETF performers from the past decade. Gregory J. McWhir “I currently live in New York City with my wife and practice Emergency Medicine in a busy urban emergency room. This summer, I will begin a new position at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in North Carolina to continue an academic career within a new Emergency Medicine residency program. Until then, I will be in the trenches fighting the pandemic and hopefully have some time to play some blues guitar!” ‘04 Constance Haydock Sanders: lily.haydock@gmail.com Zachary P. Remsen: zachremsen@gmail.com Constance “Lily” Haydock Sanders Lily married Frank Sanders in September 2018 at the Piping Rock Club with many Green Vale alumni in the wedding party including her brother Walter Haydock ‘01, sister Nina Haydock ‘06, Emilia Rinaldini ‘04, Brittany Brock ‘04, Hilary Copp ‘04, Crystal Lynch ‘04, Laura Van Ingen ‘04, and Joanie Choremi ‘04. ‘05 Nicholas A. Newburger: nick.newburger@gmail.com Morgan M. Smith: morganmcd.smith@gmail.com Camilla J. Burchfield: camjamb@gmail.com Gina Gutierrez Gina was named to Forbes’ “30 Under 30” in the media category. ‘06 Alison G. Browne: alisongbrowne@gmail.com Ripley D. Hartmeyer: rhartmeyer7@gmail.com Lauren E. Russo: lerusso15@gmail.com Logan M. Hoover “Hey, Green Vale! Yes, I still live in Arlington and work for Congressman Tom Reed. My humble beginnings in the student council have served me well as I was promoted to Legislative Director this past fall. To this day, I still remain bitter about losing the student council president race to Ripley Hartmeyer ‘06 by 16 votes. Who knows where I could have been if I had won?” ‘12 Grant A. Newburger: grant.newburger@gmail.com Caroline P. Zerilli: cpz120@gmail.com Oliver Green Oliver graduated from Colgate University in May 2019 and is currently living in New York City. Jacob A. Murphy Jacob graduated from Texas A&M University on May 9, 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Management, Pre-Law and Business Honors. He was commissioned to 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps, reporting to The Basic School in Quantico with naval aviation training in Pensacola. ‘13 Caitlin D. Anderson Caitlin Anderson plays lacrosse at Washington and Lee University. She made the All American First Team. Grace Eberle Grace has a recurring role on the television series Veronica Mars. ‘13+ Christian C. Barakat Christian has spent the past two summers interning at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory conducting research on pancreatic cancer with Dr. David Tuveson. ‘15 Marshall C. Warren Minnesota Wild selected Marshall with the 166th overall pick. He is currently attending Boston College. Portledge Prom: Charlotte Matthews ‘16, Spencer Evans, George Eberle ‘15, Max Scalamandre ‘15, Luke Kellan ‘15, Marshall Warren ‘15, Michael Napoli ‘16, Lili Silverstein ‘15 Constance “Lily” Haydock Sanders ‘04

Portledge Graduation: Marshall Warren ‘15 and George Eberle ‘15

‘16 Jade L. Bajic “Green Vale has given me the foundation for my education, providing me with the tools that helped me get into the school of my dreams: Brown University! With hard work and determination, anything is possible, even attending an Ivy League.”

‘18 Daniella L. Burke: dlburke726@gmail.com Eric S. D. Suh: jentris13@gmail.com Isabella Zhang: bellaezhang21@gmail.com John K. Jervis: jkjerv@gmail.com Tomas H. Cushman: tomas.cushman@gmail.com Brandon Tong “It was great to see my friends and former teachers again at the New Alumni Dinner. Green Vale is a great school, and you should cherish your time here.” Charles W. Whitman “It is so amazing to be able to come back to Green Vale, and see all my friends and former teachers at the New Alumni Dinner.”

Congratulations to the GVS Class of 2020! Our 8th Graders were accepted into the following secondary schools: Berkshire School Blair Academy Brooks School Chaminade High School Choate Rosemary Hall Deerfield Academy Episcopal High School Friends Academy Groton School Horace Mann The Hotchkiss School Kent School The Lawrenceville School The Loomis Chaffee School Millbrook School Miss Porter's School Portledge School Phillips Academy Andover Phillips Exeter Academy Rye Country Day Sacred Heart Academy St. George's School Taft School Westminster School

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