In Memoriam

HAROLD PIM GOODBODY, JR. ’55

December 29, 2021, age 84, Williamstown, MA nMr. Goodbody attended The Kent School, graduated from Williams College, and earned an M.B.A. with distinction at New York University. He spent his career in banking and then consulting focused on business technology in the brokerage industry. He also joined the Securities Industry Association and worked there until his retirement. Survivors include his wife Ann, son Harold, son Angus (Joy), two grandchildren, and brother William.

DR. RICHARD C. WEISS ’55

October 17, 2021, age 84, Stone Harbor, NJ nDr. Weiss attended the University of Pennsylvania and its School of Dental Medicine and completed his residency in Periodontics at Boston University School of Dental Medicine. He practiced Periodontics in Easton, PA until he became Chair of the Department of Periodontics at Temple University School of Dentistry. He then became Executive Associate Dean of Business and Administration. Upon retiring from Temple, Dr. Weiss immersed himself in many endeavors. He dedicated himself to the New Jersey Coast Guard Auxiliary (the uniformed volunteer component of the Coast Guard), where he educated the public in boating safety and received two honors: “Auxiliarist of the Year Award” for Division 8 of the 5th Northern Coast Guard District, recognizing his leadership, commitment, teamwork, and being a model of performance for new Auxiliarists; and “Auxiliary Commandant Letter of Commendation Award” for superior capability as an educator and instructor. Dr. Weiss served as Chair of the Board of Visitors at Temple’s Kornberg School of Dentistry and a member of the Board of Visitors at Temple’s Tyler School of Art and Architecture. He also served on the Board of Trustees of Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library. In addition to his scholarly activities, Dr. Weiss was a professional race car driver and won many races in a variety of classes, culminating in a national championship in the IMSA (International Motor Sports Association) Trans-Am Series. Dr. Weiss was a familiar face at Pingry, regularly attending the annual Dr. Robert H. LeBow ’58 Memorial Oratorical Competition (he was Dr. LeBow’s first cousin). Survivors include his wife Dr. Sandra (Sandy) Harmon-Weiss; sons Rick (Lauren) P ’18, Eric (Hyla) P ’17, and Christopher (Deb); grandchildren Jacob ’17, Jason ’18, Emily, Amanda, Emma, Jason, and Kaitlin; and stepdaughter Jennifer Sekerka.

DR. EDWIN T. BOYER ’56

November 4, 2021, age 84, Wilmington, NC nDr. Boyer graduated with a B.S. from Keene State College, an M.S. from Indiana State University, and an Ed.D. from Texas A&M University. His teaching career started when he became a teacher of industrial arts at Kennett High School in Conway, NH—Dr. Boyer initiated both the drafting and graphic arts programs. He was later a tenured Associate Professor at Northern Illinois University, where he taught engineering graphics and related courses and advised undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students. For a short time, he was also Acting Chair of the Industry and Technology Department (at the time, the largest of its kind in the country). He received awards for excellence in undergraduate teaching and outstanding scholarship and leadership. Dr. Boyer then became a tenured Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at the Ohio State University, where he taught engineering graphics, architecture, air brush, and illustration courses (he retired as an Associate Professor Emeritus). He was lead author for the internationally sold textbook Technical Graphics; was co-author for an Engineering Graphics textbook; published more than 50 professional articles; and presented at local, national, and international conferences. Dr. Boyer also founded and ran a successful small business, Visual Grafix, which produced custom engineering, architectural, and land contour scale models and other graphic displays for industry. In 1965, Dr. Boyer was appointed a charter member of the New Hampshire State Police Auxiliary. He authored a book on basic diagrams for police investigation and taught more than 27 accident diagramming and investigation courses for police departments and for the New Hampshire Police Academy.

EDWIN MICHAEL KRAUS ’58

December 6, 2021, age 81, Ulster, PA nMr. Kraus received a B.S. from Union College and taught science at Aquinas Prep School, Short Hills Country Day School, Pingry (chemistry from 1967–1969), and Sayre High School. He also worked as a phlebotomist at Robert Packer Hospital. Mr. Kraus was predeceased by his brother John and his in-laws Nick and Cay Peters. Survivors include his wife Sheila; daughters, Dr. Elizabeth Koval (Mike), Dr. Sue Kraus (Chris), and Kathleen Kraus (partner Benjamin); son Edwin (Michelle); and grandchildren Dillon, David, Isabel, Daniel, Ben, Nick, Charelle, and Mitcher. Mr. Kraus died after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis.

DR. JOHN HALL “JACK” MARTIN, JR. ’61

December 3, 2021, age 78, Georgetown, DE nDr. Martin received a B.S. in Agricultural Sciences and an M.S. in Agricultural Engineering from Rutgers University. He moved to the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Cornell University, working as a Research Associate in waste management and environmental quality, and later as a Senior Extension Associate at the New York State Water Resources Institute and the Center for the Environmental Research, both at Cornell; he received a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Biological Engineering from Cornell. From 1993–1998, at the University of Delaware, Dr. Martin served as an Associate Professor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences, and Associate Director of the Delaware Water Resources Center. Throughout his career, he was known for his expertise in agricultural waste

management, wastewater treatment, nonpoint source pollution, and public policy related to environmental quality, especially water quality issues. He was also an environmental/biological engineering consultant, including as Principal of his own firm. Dr. Martin authored 75 professional publications and was awarded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s STAR Award and the Journal of Environmental Engineering Editor’s Award for Service. Dr. Martin served on the Georgetown Public Library’s Board of Commissioners; established and was Secretary/Treasurer of The Georgetown Public Library Foundation, Inc.; and was Treasurer of the Blue Heron Estates Homeowners Association. He was predeceased by his stepdaughter KellySue (Nicola). Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Colleen; stepdaughter Shelly (Rafael); and cousin Jeffrey (Leigh).

GEORGE PETER SIDERIS ’65

November 14, 2021, age 74, Marlton, NJ nDuring Mr. Sideris’ time at Pingry, his parents built the first Howard Johnson’s Restaurant in Woodbridge, NJ, and he worked in the business and managed the staff (he mentored many newly immigrated Greeks and later helped them start their own restaurants). He attended Cornell University, graduating from the School of Hotel Administration, then returned to work in the family business, managing the Howard Johnson & Hotel in Woodbridge—the first thing Mr. Sideris did as a manager was to give many employees a raise, which, in the beginning, put him at odds with his father. His father, seeing his wisdom, after a couple of years expanded to South Jersey and built the Howard Johnson Hotel in Maple Shade. Mr. Sideris was there for the next 40 years, expanding the business. He was also a founding member of the Delaware Valley Purchasing Group, of which he served as President. He was preceded in passing by his sisters, Carol Bailey and Helene Krikelis. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Katherine; children Paul and Elise; son-in-law Jonathan; brother Peter; in-laws Chris Kurnellas and Phillip and Georghia Kurnellas, and numerous relatives and friends. Mr. Sideris died from leukemia.

DR. DAVID ROGER “DOC” MUNSICK, JR. ’68

September 22, 2021, age 71, Charlottesville, VA nDr. Munsick graduated with honors in History, magna cum laude, from Washington & Lee University, then received a Master of Arts in English History and a Ph.D. in History at the University of Virginia. Over the course of his academic career, he taught history at Randolph-Macon College, University of Mary Washington, Davidson College, Northern Virginia Community College, and Piedmont Community College. In 1999, he joined the faculty at The Covenant School and taught European History; during his tenure, he also served as Department Chair of History. In the last 24 years, Dr. Munsick became a well-loved figure serving as an interpreter at Ash Lawn-Highland (later James Monroe’s Highland). He died in an automobile accident in Albemarle County.

PETER C. KALLOP ’69

May 26, 2021, age 70, Cambridge, MD nMr. Kallop graduated from Princeton University and received an M.B.A. from the University of Virginia. He was a consultant for thrift institutions and smaller community banks, and was inducted into Pingry’s Athletics Hall of Fame as a member of the 1968 Soccer Team.

DAVID J. SLOBODIEN ’70

May 12, 2021, Naples, FL nMr. Slobodien graduated from The College of Wooster, earned J.D. and M.B.A. degrees at Washington University in St. Louis, and enjoyed a long career as legal counsel with Dun & Bradstreet. He served on the Board of Directors of First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen, was active on the Windstar on Naples Bay Country Club Board of Directors for eight years, and served as President of the Windstar Club Charitable Foundation for five years. Mr. Slobodien had recently been elected to the Board of Directors of Opera Naples. Survivors include his life partner, Bonnie MacMillin, whom he married immediately after graduating from The College of Wooster; children Anne, Mark, and Phil and their spouses; five grandchildren; brothers Donald ’71, Daniel, and Douglas; one niece; and five nephews.

GINA STANZIOLA MACKENZIE ’91

January 8, 2022, age 48, Chatham, NJ nMs. Mackenzie received a B.S. in Finance and Communications from Lehigh University and a Master of Finance degree from New York University. She spent her career in financial services, including investment banking and commercial lending, and worked for many years to help small and medium-sized businesses secure the working capital they need to grow. Most recently, she was a Vice President and Business Development Officer at TAB Bank. Survivors include her daughters Madeline and Molly, brother Frank, sister Lisa, and parents Debbie and Frank.

Faculty

DR. RICHARD ALLEN GLOCK

November 26, 2021, age 89, Lincolnville, ME nDr. Glock taught Junior School geography and math, and coached varsity football, during the 1963-64 school year. He attended Ursinus College and received a master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a doctorate in Education from Lehigh University. He died after a brief battle with cancer.

The editorial staff makes every effort to publish an obituary for and pay tribute to trustees, alumni, and employees who have passed away, based on information available as of press time. If family members, classmates, or friends would like to submit tributes, please contact Greg Waxberg ‘96 at gwaxberg@pingry.org.