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Table of Contents 30 2022-23 CampusSpecialEvents Mark Your Calendar and Plan to Join Us 31 Faculty & Staff New Additions and Expanded Roles 38 Class Notes & In Memoriam 22 Alumni Weekend William King Society CelebratingInductees Our Reunion Classes 20 5 Ways to Stay Involved with VES 4 Commencement 2022 Legacy SelectionsClassValedictoryMarshalsAddressof2022College 16 Faculty Recognition
HALL F. BARNETT P ’19 Raleigh, NC
400 VES Road, Lynchburg, VA VES.ORG
MARVIN J. CARVER III ’71 Chapel Hill, NC
P = PARENT
JAMES T. JOHNSON, JR. ’73 Ahoskie, MALCOLMNC
HEAD OF SCHOOL Garth Q. Ainslie
KINDELL HANSEN WALTERS ’99 Oklahoma City, OK
PAUL H. SHEEHY ’81 CHAIR, FINANCE Richmond, VA
ANNE MARIE POORE P ’12, ’15, ’19 Roanoke, VA
Virginia Episcopal School, founded in 1916 in Lynchburg, Virginia, is an preparatorycoeducationalindependent,collegeboardinganddayschoolforstudentsingrades9-12.
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2022-23 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OUR MISSION
JOEL T. C. WILLIAMS ’85 P ’17 VICE CHAIR, BOARD OF TRUSTEES Raleigh, CHARLESNC
ASSISTANT HEAD OF SCHOOL FOR ADVANCEMENT & CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Henry Clarke ’03 DIRECTOR OF BRAND MARKETING Esther Underwood
Cover: Class of 2022 student leaders, Virginia Haga (Student Council President), Quique Peniche Ruiz (Head Counselor) and Lilly Lewis (Honor Committe Chair) during Finals Dance
STEPHEN M. FARMER Charlottesville, VA
ELIZABETH FULTON SAYE P ’25 Pinehurst, LEIGH-ANNNC
DONTAY J. RILEY ’99 CHAIR, COMMITTEE ON TRUSTEES Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
LOUIS E. WOOTEN III ’81 P ’19 Raleigh, NC
THE HONORABLE EMILY M. ASTOR London, England
MARY HODGES GEORGE ’89 P ’23 CHAIR, BOARD OF TRUSTEES Charlottesville, VA
ROBERT P. GORRELL, JR. ’73 Richmond, VA
DOUGLAS E. QUARLES III ’73 Fredericksburg, VA
DR. MARVIN BARNARD ’71 Fort Washington, MD
JOHN M. FLIPPIN, JR. ’89 P ’24, ’26 Lynchburg, MEREDITHVAMORAN
Virginia Episcopal School is an engaging community that guides students to strive toward full stature in their academic, ethical, spiritual and personal growth.
THE RIGHT REVEREND MARK A. BOURLAKAS EX-OFFICIO Roanoke, VA
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
JAMES B. MOORE III ’00 Mount Pleasant, SC
GERMAN ’95 Lewisburg, WV
TEAGUE ’81 Charlotte, NC
KENAN S. WALKER ’93 P ’24 CHAIR, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS Myrtle Beach, SC
L. MILES P ’20 Lynchburg, VA
PHOTOGRAPHERS
M. JOHNSON III ’71 CHAIR, ADVANCEMENT Charlottesville, VA
WRITER Catherine Hunter Varner
Mark Thompson Adam Underwood Esther Underwood Catherine Hunter Varner Fisher Zhang ’23
W. SPROCK P ’18, ’20 Charlotte, FRANCISNCB.
COMMENCEMENT 2022
Commencement weekend kicked off with traditions—the warmth and love that flows at the Bell Tower Ceremony, Baccalaureate for seniors and their families, and the special Senior-Faculty Breakfast. On May 21, students, families and friends gathered on the front lawn under a beautiful blue sky to celebrate the school’s 107th graduating class. Virginia Episcopal School diplomas were given to 64 seniors and one certificate of completion was bestowed on our ASSIST student from Vienna, Austria, for her completion of the one-year exchange program. Congratulations, Class of 2022!
BELL TOWER CEREMONY
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BACCALAUREATE
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VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL | 8 Six young men and women in the Class of 2022 represent VES legacy families. We are pleased to continue the long-standing VES tradition in which alumni parents with graduating legacy students serve as the marshals for Commencement ceremonies, leading the procession of the graduating seniors. 2022 LEGACY MARSHALS These legacy families include: 1. MR. MIKE BASNIGHT ’72 David 2. DR. DAVID HAGA ’75 Virginia 3. MR. TRYG BRODY ’87 Augie 4. MRS. MARGARET NIBLETT ’89 Charlotte 5. MR. JIM PERKINS ’92 Kohl 6. MR. DILLON ROSE, JR. ’92 Walker
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– Garth Ainslie
EXCERPT FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL ADDRESS
I am so proud of this year and this class. I think you all have amply demonstrated what it means to be positive leaders and have re-awakened so many VES traditions that went dormant during Covid. You have shown that we are a community that takes care of each other.
I started out this year in our first chapel talking about the idea—backed by science—that emotions are contagious. The way you handle your emotions impacts those around you. I think the way you seniors attacked the year demonstrated this idea perfectly—your great attitudes and efforts had a real influence on our success and on this community.
I could not be more proud of our year and I feel that in so many ways we are just hitting our stride as a school. Whereas last year, I think we all were counting down the minutes until the end of year. This year, I feel like we have plenty of gas left in the tank. So much of this is attributable to this class and the community spirit you have created. You care for each other and take care of each other.
Daniel joined the VES community as a freshman, and he has proven himself to be a dedicated, endearing, and very bright student. It is very clear that Daniel’s top priority in his high school career is his academic growth and achievement. But along with his intensely academic focus, Daniel has developed strong connections with his peers and teachers, who all enjoy being around this amiable young man. Daniel’s junior year, the Covid-19 year, was particularly challenging for him, as he was unable to make it to campus for the duration, and had to complete his courses entirely online.
AS INTRODUCED BY HEAD OF SCHOOL GARTH Q. AINSLIE
Nonetheless, in many of his classes, he achieved some of the highest marks awarded. Daniel’s teachers highly compliment his excellent writing, reading comprehension and analytical skills. It is clear that Daniel is very well prepared to be successful in a challenging academic environment.
Daniel thank you for all you do for VES,
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DANIEL CONG CLASS OF 2022 VALEDICTORIAN
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It is my pleasure to introduce the Class of 2022 Valedictorian, Haozhang (Daniel) Cong.
Daniel will graduate from VES having taken a rigorous schedule of 8 AP and 4 Honors courses. The descriptors his teachers often use to characterize him include precise, diligent, analytical and “excellent writer.”
good after all? Do we want to become better? But what is better after all? Even now, these questions make me confused as I look toward the future.
I am undergoing this process of coming to be right now. WE are undergoing this process right now. I could not have come to be who I am now, at this moment speaking to you, without that tree over there, or without this wind blowing past, without the growing cells in my body or without you listening to me. The forever changing of our experiences, bodies and surroundings constantly shape us into different people, at every moment in the infinite shortness of time.
What should we do? Who do we want to become? My final answer for myself is this: I give up. Thinking of all the obstacles I’ve faced, and the troubles I’ve caused, of the happiness and sadness I have experienced, in the end, I believe they all added fragrance to my life. They have made me who I am now. Likewise, everything you have faced makes you who you are right now, a graduate of Virginia Episcopal School, and that is something to be proud of.
I realize that it is impossible for each of us to stay away from the process of becoming. We can try to take control of the process, and become the people who we want to be. But what do we want to become? Do we want to become good? But what is
“The world is a river. Everything is flowing and is always in motion. Nothing remains permanent as itself but always undergoes the process of coming to be.”
I am, in fact, quite satisfied with who I am at this moment. I have had an education, and feel ready for the future. Homer and Socrates said the world is a river. But if anyone suggests we should just sit back and let the river flow, I say: screw that! We are young, and we have energy, so let us be free and let us live like mighty rivers ourselves.
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Enjoy the Class of 2022 graduation highlights video at ves.org/Classof2022. “
Enjoy Daniel’s genuine and witty Commencement remarks.
During these past four years, we’ve had moments in which we felt vitalized, happy and wise. I myself have had moments of sadness and anxiety. I greedily tried to preserve the “Daniel Cong” who felt happy and wise, but I always failed. It is almost impossible for the specific moments of happiness and wisdom we have experienced to stay rooted in our constantly moving world.
I’ve been a student in this school for four years, and the time has flashed by on a whim. During these four years, I’ve been through ups and downs. These experiences, along with my changing body and mind, have made me sympathize with something once stated by the Ancient Greek poet Homer, and repeated later by the philosopher Socrates:
• 3 among the Top 15 National Liberal Arts Colleges
Clemson University
Lehigh University
• 9 among the Top 20 Public Universities
Central Virginia Community College
Of the 45 schools selected by the 64 graduates in the Class of 2022, the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges listing ranks:
We celebrate all of the great schools our graduates are attending this fall!
Virginia Tech Virginia Tech 2-Year Agricultural Program Wake Forest University Washington College Washington & Lee University (2) William & Mary (3) Wofford College
Anahuac Mayab University - Mexico (3)
Rensselear Polytechnic Institute
2022 COLLEGE SELECTIONS
Liberty University
American University
Swarthmore College
Johns Hopkins University
University of South Carolina University of Utah University of Virginia (5)
• 17 among the Top 50 National Universities
University of California, Davis University of California, Santa Barbara University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2)
Rice SouthernUniversityMethodist University
Barnard College
UniversityUniversityTulaneUniversityUniversityofAlabamaofCalifornia,
Berkeley
University of Kentucky University of Lynchburg (4) University of Mary Washington University of Mississippi University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (3)
North Carolina State University
Tufts
Boston University
VES graduates are accepted into selective colleges and universities, but most importantly, we help each student select the school that is their “best fit”—meaning that the school and its programs are well-aligned with the student’s academic, co-curricular, personal and professional interests.
Cornell JamesHighHaverfordGuilfordGettysburgElonDrexelDickinsonUniversityCollegeUniversity(3)UniversityCollegeCollegeCollegePointUniversityMadisonUniversity (2)
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The Smith Family Award is made possible through contributions to VES by Jean Smith and Gordon Smith, Jr., parents of Gordon Smith III ’62 and Clark Smith ’65. It recognizes excellence in teaching and the making of meaningful connections with young men and women, and is given to faculty who are chosen by their peers as representatives of this important VES value.
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JASONKOUDELKAKNEBEL
Given the Koudelka family tenant that “you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with,” one of the greatest gifts in my own life is that Amy is one of my top five people, and I imagine there are at least 20 other people who have her in their top five, too. This is because Amy has a superhuman ability to always make time for others, especially the VES community. As such, her default answer to questions that start with “Can you…?” is “YES.” Can the team come over for dinner? Can we talk about my college list at 9 p.m. during study hall? Can you help me find a new lacrosse stick? Can you fill in on the school counseling team this spring? Can you broadcast a morning show three times a week to help fend off pandemic blues? These are just a small handful of the countless ways Amy’s willingness to dive in whole-heartedly and say “Yes” helps our community to be a little bit better each day. She is a model of her favorite philosopher, Kierkegard’s, belief that “Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.”
VES legends Jim Hopkins, John Foster, Jay Hight, and a man who referred to himself in the third person as “Big R” left impossibly big shoes to fill in the English Department. But then Jason Knebel arrived. While Jason’s length of service to VES is hardly remarkable—(forty-five teachers have exceeded his tenure)—in the entire history of our school few have become more legendary. At the most recent “Bishop to Be” open house, the Admission team asked seniors to articulate for prospective students “the one thing” they will never forget about VES. The flood of memories that followed included book nights and donut runs; Worst Poet Contests and Electric Disruptions—Knebelisms galore that have enriched the lives of students, parents, faculty, and faculty children these past 16 years. Now I should not be presenting today—Jason came to VES after I graduated, and he did not teach me AP Comp. I never belonged to The Pratfall Club or experienced the particular magic of a classroom filled with typewriters, toasters, Legos, and vinyl records. I never wrote in a vade or collected “reply all” emails full of malapropisms. Jason’s students, past and present, belong to an exclusive club of Bishops that we who are uninitiated can’t adequately comprehend. However, I know this for sure: in a world of quick and careless communication— at a time when being a teacher seems particularly hard—Jason has picked up a fallen standard, needed now more than ever before, that bridges us with a simpler time, one of thoughtful and clever expression, unapologetic skepticism, quirky entertainment, fervent dedication, and reverence for tradition. I’m honored, and immeasurably proud, to present the second Smith Family Award to Jason Knebel: Legend.
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AMY
Presented by Chris Button, Associate Head of School, on behalf of Mimi Csatlos, Director of College Counseling.
Presented by Henry Clarke ’03, Assistant Head of School for Advancement & Chief Development Officer
Established in 1980 by the Board of Trustees to honor VES Class of 1953 graduate Paul Fulton, Jr.’s unique and dedicated service to VES, this award recognizes that teacher on the VES faculty who, in the opinion of his or her fellow faculty members, most nearly represents the ideal of the “master teacher,” including mastery of his or her academic discipline; superior classroom instructional and motivational skills; evidence of stimulating further interest in the academic field beyond the classroom; and an active interest in students outside the classroom.
Chris has been tremendously successful as the Head Coach of our cross country team. In the past four years, the boys team has captured three Conference Championships and two State Championships. Not surprisingly, Chris was twice named the Virginia Independent Conference Cross Country Coach of the Year. He also serves as a dorm parent on Ainslie Dorm, which houses our new ninth- and tenth-grade boarders. His steadfast guidance, wise counsel and enthusiastic encouragement create a foundation for these younger students to succeed throughout their years at VES. Chris makes doing the exceptional look easy. We are grateful for his example of excellence and for his many contributions to our community.
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Since his return to VES in 2019, Chris has demonstrated excellence in the classroom. He has raised the level of rigor in AP Environmental Science and ensured students have the knowledge and skills to find success on the AP exam. Chris is an outstanding collaborator. Last year, to maximize the Covid “hybrid school” model, Chris partnered with me to redesign Honors Chemistry to make real-world connections for the students through the coursework. This year, Chris has served as a wise mentor to our newest science faculty.
An Ironman triathlon consists of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, followed by a full 26.2-mile marathon run. Any one of these three events is grueling on its own; doing all three consecutively on one day for most human beings is exceptional. In 2000, in Lake Placid, New York, Chris Bright completed an Ironman Triathlon in 10 hours and 50 minutes. Since then, he has participated in more than 70 triathlons and served on the United States Team for the World Triathlon Championship—twice. In a sense, working at a boarding school is much like a triathlon—teaching, coaching, dorm parenting. Each of these is grueling in its own way. Yet, Chris has done all of these extraordinarily well for over three decades.
PAUL FULTON, JR. ’53 TEACHERMASTERAWARD
CHRIS BRIGHT
Presented by Chad Hanning , Margaret Thomas Bourne Chair of Science and James W. Hopkins Distinguished Master
LIZ PARTHEMORE
Presented by Head of School Garth Ainslie
ELINOR BASS MEMORIALHOPKINSAWARD
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Liz Parthemore truly embodies the spirit of this award. She is both highly organized and responsive. If you don’t ever hear back immediately from Liz—be it a phone call, text, email or TEAMS message—call 911. Ask her for any important document from the last 50 years—a survey, a contract, a plat, a blueprint—she can find it within seconds. I have been told that the building going up behind us, Pannill-Smith Hall, is a present-day unicorn. In this age of construction inflation, labor shortages and supply chain disruptions, it is (knock on wood) on time and on budget. This is in no small part due to Liz’s work. She is the hub around which architects, engineers, general contractor, owners reps and our internal teams spin, while still performing her day job managing the IT department. Through all of this, Liz always is content to be the person in the background making sure the trains run on time despite the daily chaos that is life at VES.
This award was established in 2016 by Emmy Ellison ’96 and John Ellison ’65 to memorialize Elinor Bass Hopkins—the late wife of retired long-time Senior Master James W. Hopkins—who devoted her life to the betterment of her community. A deserving faculty member, member of the staff, or spouse of a staff or faculty member is recognized with this award for his or her dedication to the VES community and for making an outstanding contribution to the school and its students.
For a list of all school awards, please visit ves.org/awards
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• Dr. Jim Hunter ’51 from Lynchburg, Virginia, earns the award for the most seasoned Bishop.
ALUMNI WEEKEND 2022
• Tracey Bostwick Nott ’87 from Mill Valley, California, represented the first women to attend, beginning in September 1986, and graduate from VES in 1987.
Enjoy images from the weekend at ves.org/alumniweekend2022
• Ella Whitaker ’17 traveled the farthest, flying from her home in Edinburgh, Scotland, to join her classmates at their first-ever class reunion.
To all who attended, thank you for coming back to campus and sharing in the joy of VES! Once a Bishop, always a Bishop.
The nearly 300 attendees at our Alumni Weekend events had a great time reconnecting with friends and faculty, while celebrating the years ending in 7s and 2s. Enjoy reading this snapshot of attendees and seeing the photos from all of this June’s fun events.
• Head of School Garth Ainslie and his wife, Anne, hosted 59 William King Society members, including the new inductees from the Class of 1972, followed by an impromptu invitation to the Class of 2017 to join the Ainslies for a gathering Friday night at the Robert Carter Jett Memorial Head of School House.
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Left Page, Clockwise from Top | 1: Stewart Grantham ’07, Dawson Rascoe ’77, Hunter Rascoe ’07 and Elizabeth Grantham shoot potato guns with Charles Watson | 2: Jimmy Feinman ’75, John Gibbs ’82 and Mike Piggott ’82 | 3: Jason Knebel, Douglas Hogan ’17, Phil Garmey and Max Feinman ’17 This Page | 1: Ted Edmunds ’02, Ghavin Williams ’17, Will Anlyan ’02, Stuart Ferrell ’02, Alexandra Bunting ’02, Kent Burris ’02, Mary Delia Poynter ’02, Molly Worth ’02, Ed Ivey ’02, Milner Fuller ’02 and Ruff Alexander ’02 | 2: Garth Ainslie delivers the annual State of the School Address | 3: Steve Reinhardt ’75, Lin Jones and Jerrauld Jones ’72 4: Will Anlyan ’02 243 1
1: Chris Hutter ’61 and Jim Shanklin ’60 enjoy a wine tasting with Debbie Burton | 2: Katie Phillips ’12, Tylden Mosby ’12, Louis Williams ’15, Katherine McWane Pitts ’12, Brooke Ausherman, Mackenzie Winston Dodds ’12 and Dan Dodds | 3: Sam Albright ’17 breaking it down on stage during the Saturday night festivities 4: Mary Feagans, Jamie Johnson ’73, Jim Hopkins, Marvin Barnard ’71 and Tay Louden ’72 | 5: Terry Sherrill ’73 creating a masterpiece at the Paint & Sip 1 32 5 4
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New Inductees Welcomed into William King Society
CLASS OF 1972 | FL-R: Mike Basnight, Bill White, Gary Haley, Tay Louden, Dick Andrews, Tom Roberts, Jim Klutz, David Wood, Will Sigler, David Smythe, Jim Manly, Jerrauld Jones, Tom Goodson, Charlie Nottingham, Bruce Crowder
The society is named after Col. William King, Jr., who was a charter member of the VES Board of Trustees and served on the board from 1916 to 1943. His tireless devotion to VES and longevity of volunteer service is unmatched in school history.
Congratulations to our alumni from the Class of 1972, celebrating their 50th Reunion. They are our newest members to be inducted into the William King Society, formerly known as the “Old Guard.”
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HannahMaryMeredithTaylorMerriCarolineEllaLaineyZoeBrookeWoodAtkinsonHazanHeadWhitakerDabneyBairdGravelyTimperAntleyCookBonyak
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2022-23 Special Events September 30- October 1 (Friday through HOMECOMINGSunday) December 10 LESSONS(Saturday)&CAROLSFALLWEEKENDFAMILY October 21 - 22 (Friday and Saturday) SPRINGWEEKENDFAMILY April 21 - 22 (Friday and Saturday) BACCALAUREATE COMMENCEMENT& May 26 - 27 (Friday and Saturday) ALUMNI WEEKEND June 9 - 11 (Friday through Sunday) JOIN US FOR THESE
At VES, delivering an exceptional experience is part of our promise. At the heart of that commitment are our highly talented, creative and dedicated teachers and staff. We are excited to introduce you to several new members of our team as well as faculty and staff members taking on new or expanded roles.
FACULTYINTRODUCING&STAFF NEW ADDITIONS AND EXPANDED ROLES
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GREG CHILDRESS DIRECTOR/CONDUCTOR, VES STRING ENSEMBLE
Greg began work with our VES String Ensemble in the 2021-22 school year and continues to lead this performing arts group. Originally from Lynchburg, Virginia, Greg began playing the violin at age 5 and the viola at age 11. After graduating Cum Laude from James Madison University in May 2019 with a degree in viola performance, Greg moved back to Lynchburg to teach in the Lynchburg City Schools’ Suzuki strings program. In addition to teaching for LCS and directing the Virginia Episcopal School Chamber Ensemble, he maintains a thriving private studio at his home. Greg is the principal violist of the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra and frequently performs for weddings and events throughout Virginia.
DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
Ben joined our VES Leadership Team in the role of Chief Financial Officer, overseeing the Business Office, Human Resources, Technology, Food Services and Buildings & Grounds operations. Following his retirement as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Marines Corps, Ben has served as a leader in finance, operations and administration in major school systems in Texas and Virginia, including eight years with the Lynchburg City Schools, and at Piedmont Virginia Community College in Charlottesville. He holds a B.A. degree in History from the University of South Carolina, M.S. degrees in Health Care Policy and Administration and Information Technology Management, and his Ed.D. in Leadership Studies from the University of Lynchburg. FACULTY & STAFF
MITCH CASPER HISTORY TEACHER
Shawnda returned to VES to serve as our Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, reporting to the Head of School and serving on the VES Leadership Team. She is a graduate of the Class of 2001 and worked at VES from 2007-10 as our school’s first Diversity Coordinator before furthering her education and career. Shawnda received her B.A. degree in Psychology with a minor in Elementary Education from Mary Baldwin College, followed by her M.Ed. with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction from Averett University. Shawnda graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2017 with her Educational Specialist degree as a certified K-12 School Counselor and Career Development Facilitator, after which she worked for nine years as a Family Educator and School Counselor with the school district in Irmo, South Carolina.
SHAWNDA CLARK ’01
DR. BEN COPELAND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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Mitch joined our faculty as a history teacher, tennis and basketball coach, and dorm parent. He has a passion for education and teaching the next generation of students, and comes to VES after serving as a long-term upper school substitute teacher for English, Spanish, Art and Math classes, advisory leader and head coach of middle school and JV tennis at Boys’ Latin School of Maryland, an all-boys K-12 college preparatory school, from which he graduated as class president and chair of the honor board in 2016. Mitch earned his B.A. degree in American Studies from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, in 2021.
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Tish joined VES as an accomplished educational professional with a passion for supporting the differentiated learning needs of students. She directs the Learning Resources activities and staff, providing academic services to help students develop essential academic skills and become independent learners. For the past five years, Tish served as the Supervisor of Special Education for the Lynchburg City Schools. Prior to that, she has another 10 years in the classroom as an English teacher and serving in student services and instructional specialist roles. Outside of the school setting, she has worked in marketing, business development and fundraising as well as pharmaceutical sales. She holds her B.A. in Psychology/Special Education and M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from the University of Lynchburg.
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AARON LITMAN, ATC AINSLIE DORM PARENT & ATHLETIC TRAINER
DIRECTOR OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES & MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
Aaron serves as a dorm parent to the young men on Ainslie, where he and his wife, Julia, reside. Aaron is the Biokinetix, Injury Prevention Program Manager at Georgia-Pacific, providing employee occupational therapy and strength and conditioning programs. He previously worked in New York as a Certified Athletic Trainer supporting student athletes in school sports programs. He holds his B.A. in Athletic Training from Messiah University in Pennsylvania.
TISH FARROW DIRECTOR OF LEARNING RESOURCES
JULIA LITMAN, LMSW, CFLE
Julia serves VES as Director of Mental Health Services and a mental health counselor. In her role, she works in concert with our Director of Community Health and Wellness and VES faculty to holistically support the mental health needs of our VES students. Julia holds her B.A. degree in Human Development and Family Services from Messiah University in Pennsylvania and her Master of Social Work degree from Binghamton University in New York. She has social services and mental health experience in government, hospital and nonprofit organizations serving children, adults and families. She and her husband, Aaron, will live on Ainslie dorm.
A golf instructor licensed by the U.S. Golf Teachers Federation, David joined the VES coaching staff in the spring of 2022 and led the boys golf team to both a runner-up finish in the VIC championship and the VISAA Division II championship. He was named the Lynchburg-area golf coach of the year for the 2021-22 academic year by the News and Advance. Outside of VES, David works at Poplar Forest Golf Club providing individual and group lessons and serves as head of the Junior Golf Academy at Poplar Forest. He also has taught in middle and high school and coached football and track and field at schools in Virginia and Maryland. David graduated from Brookville High School in Lynchburg, earned his undergraduate degree in Special Education from Towson University and received his Business/e-Business degree from the University of Phoenix.
ALEX VAUGHAN DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
STACEY STALEY HEAD COACH, FIELD HOCKEY
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Christina joins VES with 14 years experience in Human Resources to lead this function for our school. Christina most recently served as the Director of HR at Rehab Associates of Central Virginia and previously worked as an HR Generalist/Recruiter for nine years with STARTEK in Lynchburg. She earned both her B.A. in Social Science with an Education concentration and an MBA with a Human Resources specialization from Ashford University. Christina also is certified as an SHRM-SCP (HR professional – Senior Certified Professional) and is currently pursuing a year-long Leadership in HR Management program at the University of Virginia.
VIRGINIA “GINNA” PETROKONIS, RN, LPN DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY HEALTH & WELLNESS AND THE COSTAS WELLNESS CENTER
VES is creating a holistic program for VES to serve the health and wellness needs of our community, which Ginna leads. Under Ginna’s leadership is the Costas Wellness Center, Athletic Training and Counseling/Mental Health services. In addition, she works with the Student Life team to help develop our school’s overall wellness program, including the Student Life Curriculum and our Substance Intervention Team. An RN and Licensed Nurse Practitioner with more than a decade of healthcare experience, Ginna came to VES from Advocates for Children in Lynchburg where she has worked as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner since 2014. She holds multiple degrees, including her Master of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Virginia and a B.S. in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. She also holds a school counseling degree and a B.A. degree in Childhood Development. Ginna is married to Mike and they have two children, Rome and Miles.
CHRISTINA MILLER, SHRM-SCP HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Alex returned to VES as Director of Events, where she plans VES Advancement events for our prospective families, alumni and donors. Alex previously served as a member of the VES Admission Team from 2005-2008 until the birth of her daughter, Olivia. As an alumna of Oldfields School in Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, where she was a five-year boarder, Alex understands boarding school life and brings a breadth of event planning experience from her time at Amazement Square Children’s Museum in Lynchburg, Virginia, and through her involvement with numerous local, non-profit organizations. She is a Charlottesville, Virginia, native and a graduate of High Point University, where she earned a degree in Human Relations. Calling Lynchburg her home for the last 17 years, Alex lives off campus with her husband, George, daughter, Olivia ’26, and son, James.
Stacey came to VES with excellent experience as both an athlete and coach. At Roanoke College, she played defense for the DIII Maroons field hockey team, started and played in all 69 games during her four-year career in Salem, and was named second team All-ODAC in her junior year. She then went on to serve for three yeas as an assistant coach, first at Roanoke College and most recently Bridgewater College. A certified Level 1 Coach through USA Field Hockey, Stacey holds her B.S. degree in Health and Exercise Science, with a minor in Psychology, and is pursuing her Masters in Sport Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University.
ELIZABETH “LIZ” ALFORD ’16 ASSISTANT DEAN OF STUDENT LIFE & PSYCHOLOGY TEACHER
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FACULTY & STAFF IN NEW OR EXPANDED ROLES
BETH BRIGHT ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS AND AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
After serving last year as a Residential Life intern, Learning Resources tutor and teaching assistant in the English department, Emily joined our faculty full time. She teaches 9th and 10th-grade English and serves as a dorm parent and as an assistant coach on the girls tennis team. A Class of 2017 VES alumna, Emily graduated in May 2021 from William & Mary with B.A. degrees in French and Francophone Studies and Biology.
EMILY FOSTER ’17 ENGLISH TEACHER
Beth serves as Associate Athletic Director, reprising a role she held at VES from 2001-05. She works full-time in our VES athletic department. Beth brings more than a decade of experience in athletic administration and coaching at The Peddie School in New Jersey. Over the past two years, after her family returned to VES, she has worked at the YMCA of Central Virginia first as Associate Executive Director, then as the Executive Director of Aquatics. In her role at VES, Beth will create systems that deliver enhanced support for our teacher/coaches, athletes and students participating in afternoon activities. She also will continue as our Head Swim Coach and as dorm head for our 10th-grade female dorm. Beth holds her B.A. degree in Social Science Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Community Mental Health from the State University of New York at Buffalo, and has completed work at Virginia Tech toward her M.S. degree in Community Health Education. Beth is married to Chris Bright, VES science teacher, cross country head coach and assistant wrestling coach. They have two daughters, Allyn and Delaney—a VES Class of 2022 graduate.
Liz serves as Assistant Dean of Student Life, where she is also the liaison to our day students and their parents. She continues in her role as dorm head for the senior girls living on 3rd Jett and a member of our coaching staff. A native of Lynchburg, Virginia, and alumna of the VES class of 2016, Liz earned double majors in May 2020 from Eastern Carolina University: B.A. degrees in Psychology and Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation.
MADDY HOOPER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ADMISSION, THE HIGHT FAMILY ARCHIVIST & HEAD COACH, GIRLS LACROSSE
Maddy, who continues her work as Assistant Director of Admission, added to her duties the role of The Hight Family Archivist—work that is integral to maintaining, organizing and expanding archival materials, stories and VES history. She also remains in her role as Head Coach of girls lacrosse.
Stepping into the role of Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is Patrick Pickard, who joined VES in August 2021 to teach biology and chemistry. In addition, Patrick assists with the school’s sustainability efforts. Prior to VES, Patrick taught all levels of science for five years at Persons High School in Roxboro, North Carolina, where he also worked with student leaders and cultivated inclusive classrooms. Patrick received his B.S. degree in Biology from North Carolina A&T State University, and his M.S. degree in Biomedical Science from Morehouse School of Medicine.
year as an Assistant Director of Admission, Head Football Coach and Randolph Dorm Head. This year, Matt added his talents to the College Counseling program, where he now serves as Assistant Director of College Counseling and the Ellison Scholars Coordinator. Along with supporting students and families through all aspects of the college admissions process, Matt works closely with the students selected as Ellison Scholars throughout all aspects of their VES experience. He stays connected to the VES Admissions Office, as he takes the lead in recruiting for and growing the Ellison Scholarship Program, which launched last year. Matt continues in his head coaching and dorm roles.
Katherine McWane Pitts ‘12 returned to VES in January 2022 as Director of Major Gifts. She serves as the chief fundraiser for The VES Endowment & Trust, which helps to provide programs of distinction, scholarships to students, and competitive compensation to faculty and staff. After graduating from VES in 2012, Katherine attended the University of Virginia, where she earned a B.A. in American Studies and an M.A. in Teaching. Upon finishing her master’s degree, Katherine moved to Wilmington, North Carolina, where she taught for two years before joining the University of North Carolina Wilmington’s Development Team as Assistant Director of Annual Giving. During her time at UNCW, Katherine served as the project lead for the university’s one-day giving challenge, while also playing a role in both the public and private phases of the university’s $100 million comprehensive campaign. VES has always felt like a second home for Katherine. Her sister, Holly, graduated in 2009; her mother, Anna, served as the coach of the girls tennis team for several years; and she met her husband, Carson Pitts ’11, while attending VES.
SARA JAMESON JAMES W. HOPKINS CHAIR OF ENGLISH
Sara joined VES last year, teaching upperclass English seminar classes and working with students in the VES Learning Resources Center. She has now stepped into a leadership role as the James W. Hopkins Chair of English. Sara holds her B.A. degree in English and Music from Middlebury College and a Master of Studies in English Literature from the University of Oxford. In her nine years of teaching, Sara has taught English at the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, The Miller School of Albemarle, Sandy Springs Friends School and Harford Day School. In addition, Sara has experience in interdisciplinary studies and has held administrative positions as both a Grade-Level Dean and English Department Chair. Sara is married to Chris Aldrich, Theatre Arts faculty and Theater Director. They have a young son, Stirling.
PATRICK PICKARD
KATHERINE MCWANE PITTS ’12
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MATT PORTER
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COLLEGE COUNSELING & ELLISON SCHOLARS
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION, SCIENCE TEACHER & ASSISTANT SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR
Alex has taken on the leadership of the History department as the Anne McKimmon Winston Chair of History. He has taught history and Legal Studies courses at VES for three years and brings the perspective and wisdom ideal for building a community of growth within the department. Alex has a B.S. in Political Science from Boston University, both an M.Ed. and an Education Specialist degree from the University of Massachusetts, and long-standing experience teaching in boarding schools.
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ESTHER UNDERWOOD DIRECTOR OF BRAND MARKETING
ALEX RIVENBURGH ANNE MCKIMMON WINSTON CHAIR OF HISTORY
Esther has stepped into the role of Director of Brand Marketing, overseeing all marketing planning and execution, branding, visual design, communications, photography and videography for the school. Esther joined the Marketing & Communications team at VES in 2015. She previously worked in marketing and advertising agencies as a visual designer and photographer, working for international brands such as Foot Locker, Omni Hotels & Resorts, Delta Machinery, Kitchen Aid, and more. She was also lead designer for Lynchburg Living magazine (a bi-monthly, 150-page regional print publication). Esther has a B.S. in Visual Communications with an emphasis in graphic design from Liberty University and an M.A. from the prestigious Business Design & Arts Leadership program from Savannah College of Art and Design. Recognized by her peers, Esther received a regional ADDY—an award given to design professionals—for her work in photography and design. In her free time, she enjoys working out, photography and traveling with her husband, Adam.
CLASS NOTES
L-R: Stewart Langley ’88, Cannon Langley ’23, and Randolph Turner ’88 together in Aspen, Colorado, hiking and skiing the Highlands bowl.
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At George Mason University, Dr. Pollard co-founded Mason’s Threat Assessment Team and served as former Executive Director of Counseling and Psychological Services, Professor of Psychology and threat management consultant. He is currently Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Criminology, Law and Society, where he teaches threat assessment.
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Ali Donaldson ’11, Katie Davis Phillips ’12, Dixon Moore Piccagli ’11, Amelia Poore ’12, Jimbo Eggleston ’11, Nick Costas ’11 and Bryant Jenkins ’11.
and Seth Holden ’08 were married on October 9, 2021, in DeBordieu, South Carolina.
Jeff is also a published author and speaker and past president of both the American Board of Counseling and the American Academy of Counseling Psychology. The Association of University and College Counseling Center Directors (AUCCCD) awarded him the Lifetime Achievement Award and twice honored him with the Leighton Whitaker Memorial Award. Jeff has testified before Congress and is recognized by the U.S. DHS Office of Intelligence & Analysis as a Master Trainer in Threat Assessment. He also is currently working as a Senior Threat Management Consultant for Sigma, an ONTIC company, conducting state-wide threat assessment training for educators across the country to help identify concerning behavior patterns, provide support and prevent potential threats within the school community.
Katherine McWane ’12 married Carson Pitts ’11 on May 14, 2022, at St.
’06 caught up at a retail commercial real estate conference in Las Vegas, where they talked business and shared VES memories. Blair said, “I had not seen Morrow since high school, so it was really fun to cross paths in the same industry.”
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when Wil was working in the kitchen, he struck up a conversation with one of the guests about lacrosse, also noting that he plays at VES. The response was: “Hey, I went to VES!!” Gordon explains: ”I asked what year he graduated—’91. Well, I graduated in ’92, and I suddenly realized the client in my kitchen was none other than wild man Graham Kirkman III ’91! We were dormmatesPendletonour first year, on the wrestling team together, and played on the lacrosse team under coach Tommy Battle ’83. We reminisced about a bunch of old mischief and traded stories about our lives since. What a small world!”
PhD, ABPP, stopped by VES not long ago and enjoyed a quiet, reflective visit to the Old 160. Jeff earned his Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Virginia, and has a wonderfully interesting and impressive resume. Following his time as trumpet player with the renowned band Bill Deal & the Rhondels, Jeff has enjoyed a 40-year career in higher education as an administrator and faculty member.
In late May 2022, Gordon Baggett, Jr. ’92 and his son, Wil Baggett ’24 were running their fly fishing business in the Florida Keys and hosting a business group. One evening after dinner,
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Gaines shared with Music Row, “Working with my son was incredibly special. Not only was it a bonding experience, but also a lifetime memory I’ll forever cherish. While I expected him to learn a lot from the process, I undoubtedly learned more through his eyes than I ever imagined. I can attest that any chance we have to slow down and see the world through a child’s lens is time well spent.”
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With publishing support from Waffle House, the family is donating the net profits to benefit the “A Waffle Can Change the World Fund” via The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, which honors associates of Waffle House #473 by supporting non-profit organizations engaged in youth enrichment services and education on a local and national level.
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Learn more bit.ly/wafflebookat or use the QR code.
Classmates Jim Battle and Turner Moore attended the memorial of Dr. Darrell Belcher, father of Darrell C. Belcher II, in Bluefield, West Virginia.
II, a resident of Nashville, Tennessee, who manages country music artists with Red Light Management (a story in itself!), recently collaborated with his six-year-old son, Gaines III, to write a touching children’s book, “A Waffle Can Change the World,” through the perspective of the first-grader. The message about the impact of sowing kindness wherever you go was inspired by their experience with the staff at their local Waffle House #473, and highlights the special touch of two associates, Terrie and Dawn.
Photo: Courtesy Waffle House, Inc.
Lee Herbert and Wade Scott were joined by wives Ellen and Anne, and son David Herbert ’23 and friends for a mini-reunion dinner during a visit to Wilmington, Delaware, Ellen’s hometown.
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and wife, Nancy, welcomed a son, Robert Cook, on July 28, 2021, who joins big brother, Agee (5), and big sister, Garland (3).
Robby Stockwell and wife, Kim, welcomed a
married Dan Brodeck on October 30, 2021, at First Virginia.liveVirginiatheSchoolmetVirginia.ChurchPresbyterianinLynchburg,MegandDanattheDardenofBusinessatUniversityofandcurrentlyinRichmond,
Hunt and husband, Drew, welcomed a daughter, River Aimée, on August 10, 2021.
Ed Ivey and wife, Jia, welcomed a daughter, Lin Katherine, on February 20, 2022.
married Dana Molony on May 26, 2021, in Cumberland Island, Georgia. Dana and Kent met June 9, 2018 in Raleigh, North Carolina, aboard a raucous party bus bound for a Dead and Company concert. Amid the commotion they managed to lock eyes and they have redefined love ever since.
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Emily Vermilya Phillips and husband, Zach, welcomed a daughter, Chloe Deane Ambrose Phillips, on May 4, 2022.
George Smith III married Olivia Alexis Parker on September 25, 2021, at Rose Hill in Nash County, North Carolina.
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Milner Fuller has accepted a position as the Manager of Classical Programming at the ElizaEleanorandwithlivesclassicalnurturingandtoHeSymphonyIndianapolisOrchestra.wouldespeciallylikethankDebbieBurtonthelateBigRforhisloveofmusic.MilnerinIndianapolishiswife,MaryJo,twodaughters,(6)and(3).
McAnaney and husband, Patrick, welcomed a daughter, Annabeth Riley, on February 2, 2022.
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son, Wells Robert, on September 9, 2021.
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been recognized as one of three International High School principals to receive the 2021 National principaltheAccording,SecondaryPrincipalsDistinguishedAwardforSchools.inpart,toNASSP,“Theoftheyearis a model of world.literallystature”“journeyreaffirmingtheireachcommitmentknowledge,leadershipeffectivewhoseskills,andadvancesstudenttowardfullpotential…,”thatthetowardfullcontinuesaroundthe
Moira Kerrigan McIntire and husband, Matt, welcomed a son, Stephen Conor, on August 31, 2021. He joins big brother, Henry Walls, who was born in 2019.
married Michael Phillips on November 6, 2021, at Lowndes Grove in Charleston, South Carolina. Katie and Michael met while attending the
Dixon Moore Piccagli and husband, Paul, welcomed a daughter, Stori Lafayette, on August 16, 2021.
This August, Landon Courville engagedheteamHeightscoachesartsOhio,SchoolBridgegatejoinedCommunityinColumbus,astheirlangaugeteacher.HealsotheGrandviewGirlsTennisinColumbus.And,andEmilyBairgotinthespring!
Lexi Worth married Michael Dean Smith, on September 17, 2021, at the Highlands Ranch Mansion in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. The couple met at Ole Miss their sophomore year. They have three dogs—a golden retriever named Heidi, a poodle named Frankie and Frenchie named Lola. They reside in Oxford, Mississippi.
Holly Hudson served as James River Day School’s 2022 graduation speaker. “James River was and continues to be a place that allows you to grow as an individual while being surrounded by excellent staff and peers. James River taught me to become a leader in the classroom and on the lacrosse field, which is something that I have carried with me through college to now, while running my company.” Holly graduated from James River in 2010 (pictured) and VES in 2014. She attended the University of Mary Washington
lives and works as a full-service financial advisor with New York Life, serving clients across Central Virginia. He also is a member of the Altavista Chamber of Commerce. Read about Topher’s career here: bit.ly/3P44vqt or using this QR code.
where she played women’s lacrosse. During her senior year at UMW, Holly created Hoo Hoops and began designing herlaunchedinamodernjewelrylightweight,practical,stylishfortoday’swoman.Aftercareerinmarketing,late2020,HollyHooHoopsasfull-timebusiness.
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Brooke2014Bentley passed the bar exam and completed all of her licensing requirements. She is now practicing law in Texas as an Associate at the law firm Hall Maines Lugrin, PC. Her practice focuses on commercial litigation in the energy and marine industries.
Sylvie Job married Zayed Amin, in Dhaka, Bangladesh on March 12, 2021. Several of Sylvie’s best friends from the VES Class of 2015 attended the wedding, including Victoria Varah, Michelle Martin and Frances Capel.
Schuyler Corderman Lucius and husband, Steven, welcomed a son, Steven D. Lucius, on September 20, 2021.
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University of Virginia and currently live in Charleston.
Christopher “Topher” Anderson, Jr. was featured in a business spotlight article in March 2022. A Lynchburg native and graduate of the University Lynchburg,ofTopher now
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home of The Lion King, as part of the venue management team. She says the work went hand-in-hand with what she learned in her Econ and Drama classes. Casey is studying to earn her B.A. in Management and Society and a minor in Entrepreneurship at UNC-Chapel Hill.
In May 2020, Lynchburg native Elizabeth Robertson earned her bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and Behavior from Vassar College in New York. Afterward, Elizabeth was selected to intern at Green Chimneys in Brewster, New York, through the Henry J. and Erna D. Leir Global Internship Program. Green Chimneys is a worldwide leader in animal-assisted therapy and educational activities for children with special needs. A life-long horse lover, Elizabeth shared, “I was drawn to the internship because I could work with horses in a professional setting, while also learning more about clinical work and animal-assisted interventions.” During that time, she also served as a research assistant in the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, working in the Institute for Human-Animal Interaction.
Alumnus Lynchburgandnative Logan Anderson recently captured the attention of Lynchburg TV station WDBJ7. When Logan was a child, he developed an interest in birds, and over the years, his hobby became a passion and, now, his career. graduatedLoganfrom Virginia Tech in May with a degree in ConservationWildlifeand is currently working in Utqiagvik (Barrow), Alaska, for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. He is studying birds, tracking their numbers, snow habitat, migration patterns and their predators. Enjoy watching his interview at bit.ly/logananderson or with this QR code:
participated with the UNC Shuford Program
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Read more and watch a video about her Green Chimneys work at bit.ly/3IDgCIF or use this QR code.
In January 2022, Elizabeth began a new position as a research assistant in the Medical University of South Carolina’s Psychiatry and Behavioral Science department, where she is combining her interests in neurology, psychology and biology in the nationwide Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study (abcdstudy.org). She now resides in Charleston.
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Rountree, a lifelong Carolinian,Northpassed away at age 103. He spent his career working in the insurance industry, retiring in 1983. Eugene spent most of his early life in Kinston, North Carolina, enjoying physical activity and playing baseball as a
served as a Scout Master. Frank served in the United States Navy from 1944-46, then worked with the Glenn L. Martin Company in Baltimore, Maryland, where he was as an inspector
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Jr. , 101, passed away on March 24, 2022, in his home in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Through the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), Frank learned the value of Eagleobtainedandorganization,service,leadershiphardwork.HetherankofScoutandlater
aRedCorpsNationalMealsSociety,AmericanSpecialtheorganizations,servedretirement,mediumB-29supervisor,andassemblingMaraurderbombers.AfterFranknumerousincludingKiwanisClub,Olympics,CancerSalvationArmy,onWheels,SeniorServiceandAmericanCross.Healsowasmastercraftsmanwith
young man. He was always true to his word and proud of his family and his heritage. He had the best humor, but you had to pay attention to catch it. He loved old movies, the UNC Tarheels and Big Band music. He read all kinds of books believednewspapersandandtheradio was the most important invention during his lifetime. At the time of his death, Eugene was VES’ oldest living alumnus.
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In Memoriam
While we do not reprint obituaries in full, we seek to capture an interesting note or two about our alumni who have died. We share these notes and encourage you to find their obituaries online for details of the impact they had at VES and in the world.
decades of experience working with his hands and various tools and materials. He prided himself on his ability to fix nearly anything and never let his age stop him.
boy in his youth, to gardener and lobster chef, to choir director and Senior Warden. He deeply loved his church and his family. Some may remember him for his exceptional tenor voice, or appreciate the results of his volunteer work on trainname,GlasstravelTravelogue,batteauxplaygrounds,Lynchburg’sthecalledThetheKiwanisseriesatE.C.bythesameandtherestoredinRiversidePark.
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Quillen, 97, passed away on July 4, 2021, at home in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Doug grew up in the Great Depression, and when America entered WWII, he signed up for the Army Air Force at age 19. He served our country for three years in WWII, travelling in 17 countries and stationed in India, China and Burma. He was a Staff Sergeant and learned to repair and work on airplane engines, specifically the C-47. Later, he worked for 29 years with Eastern Airlines as a licensed A&E Mechanic. Doug also was active in Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Sea Scout Ship #537, and was a member of the Elks Club.
A lifelong member of St. EpiscopalStephen’sChurch in Forest, serving in every capacity from altar
Robert “Bob” Carter Jett Field, 91, died on October 29, 2021. After attending VES, which was founded by his grandfather Right Rev. Robert Carter Jett, he graduated from the University of Virginia and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. For many years, he helped lead an devotedoutdoors-Roanoke Boy Scout Troop 17, whose kids backpackeddoggedlythe local mountains monthly— sun, rain or snow. Bob loved family, his railroad, music, the wilderness and history. He honored the southern ritual of weekdays,volunteeredretirement,atledduringonWesternstartedexcitingandham,especially“Suppertime,”succotash,squash,pecanpielotsofembellished,stories.HeatNorfolkandasateenageratrack-clearingcrewsummers,whichtoa39-yearcareerheadquarters.AfterBobmostalways
, 91, died on September 14, 2021.
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Jr., 95, passed away on March 19, 2022. John served in the U.S. Navy, where he was stationed in the puzzlesworking1994,Co.,fortheyears.whereRoanoke,andsevenThreeMontgomerythenthebeganendof“MagicAPA-238aboardPhilippinestheUSSDaneduringtheCarpet”returnservicemenattheofWorldWarII.HehiscareerwithQuakerOatsCo.,workedforWardCo.childrenandmoveslater,RuthJohnsettledinVirginia,theylivedfor50JohnworkedasPersonnelDirectortheFredWhitakerAfterretiringinheenjoyedcrosswordandcould
tackle the LA Times crossword successfully well into his 90s. He was whereverandwittysharp-minded,andgregariousmadefriendshewent.
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James “Jim” Blizzard, 94, died on August 15, 2021, in for22hisandinthere,WorldPacificandenlistedChapelofattendedVirginia.Charlottesville,AfterVES,JimtheUniversityNorthCarolinaatHill.HethenintheArmyservedintheSouthTheaterduringWarII.WhilehealsoservedtheArmyAirCorpstheAirForce.Afterservice,Jimworkedyearsinadvertisingthe Richmond Times Dispatch / News Leader. He later served as Director of Development at the Boys Home of Virginia in CliftonEpiscopalreaderactiveinstitution.thesubstantiallyCovington,increasingendowmentofthatJimwasanmemberandlayatSt.Andrew’sChurchinForge,Virginia.
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Murphy, Jr., 88, of King Copsico Farm in Pennsylvania, died on September 15, 2021. He served in the Navy aboard the U.S.S. Newport News and on the Staff of the Supreme Allied Commander, Atlantic (NATO). Following his military service, he entered the University of Virginia School of Law, where he was a member of the editorial board of the Virginia Law Review. After graduating in 1960 William joined the law firm Hunton & Williams (now Hunton Andrews Kurth) in Richmond, Virginia. He returned to the Northern Neck and King Copsico Farm to practice law, where he focused on real estate, tax and trust and estate planning. He was a widely recognized expert in Virginia estate law.
branch of the U.S. Army and left as a 1st Lieutenant in 1956. He worked for GE in Lynchburg, then moved to their Specialty Control Dept. in Waynesboro, Virginia, designing ofofChurchSt.Authority,ofcommunityArmyyearsaircraft.forconversionstaticequipmentsubmarinesandDuringhis10inWaynesboro,servedhisaschairmantheUrbanRenewalvestrymanofJohn’sEpiscopalandamembertheJuniorChamberCommerce.In1969,
From 1982 to 2000, William was a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing his beloved Northern Neck and sponsoring numerous bills aimed at protecting Virginia’s natural resources, in particular the Chesapeake Bay. In 2002, then Governor (now Senator) Mark Warner appointed William as Secretary of Natural Resources. He considered his role as Secretary the most important and cherished position of his career. He was active in the Episcopal Churches of Cople Parish and was a member and officer of the boards of many institutions, including the Northern Neck Bar Association, Northern Neck of Virginia Historical Society, the Menokin Foundation and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Mr. Murphy was the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Virginia Bar Association’s Gerald L. Baliles Distinguished Service Award. In 2019, William, along with his wife, Helen, received the Outstanding Virginian Award, noting the Murphys’ legacy as “devoted environmentalists.”
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William treasured his King Copsico Farm home, enjoyed history and telling stories to an audience large or small and, above all, he loved his family. He was the quintessential Virginia Gentlemen whose calm, yet persistent nature selflessly promoted the wellbeing of the Commonwealth, its natural resources and its citizens. In 2006, William was recognized with the VES Distinguished Alumnus Award. His nephew, Benjamin W. Mears III ’70, attended VES, as well.
Landon Wellford III, 90, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on July 25, 2021. Armistead grew up in Bluefield, West Virginia, and graduated from Virginia Military Institute in 1952. He entered the artillery
finding joy in helping others. He journeyed frequently to faraway places with his great friend, historian George Kegley, and with his son, Tom. Bob’s brother William W. Field, Jr. ’45 also attended VES.
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original member of the Virginia VolunteerBeachRescue Dept.
After his retirement, he moved to Raleigh, NC. His son, G. Scott Taylor, Jr. ’82, also graduated from VES.
Atherholt, Jr., 85, died October 15, 2021. He
Norman Stephenson, 91, died May 18, 2022, at UNC Geriatric Hospital in Hillsborough. A native of Halifax, he attended UNC-Chapel Hill. Most of his career was spent in real estate, primarily farm and commercial property. He loved UNC, dogs, the NC coast and a good time. grandchildren,HisHunter J. Buresh ’21 and Anne P. Buresh ’19, also attended VES.
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“Charlie” Spencer, Jr., 85, passed away on January 2, 2022. Charlie grew up in Lynchburg and graduated from VES as class valedictorian. He attended Washington and Lee University, where he graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa, and simultaneously attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), where he earned his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree with honors. He worked in Richmond, Virginia, with Reynolds Metals Company in the Research & Development department. He later he joined Mason & Company (now Morgan Stanley), where he was the manager of the Newport News office from 1967-79.
Garland Scott Taylor, Sr., 91, of Southern Pines, passed away on October 10, 2021. He graduated VirginiaEpiscopalmemberyears.thatBeachEstateWithersHebusinessCollegeHampden-SydneyfromandcompletedschoolatUNC.madepartnerin&TaylorRealintheVirginiaarea,acareerlasted30-plusHewasanactiveofGalileeChurchinBeachandan
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Charlie was involved in many civic and social organizations, with a primary interest in education. He believed that education was the answer to most of the world’s problems. He was past chairman of the board of Hampton Roads Academy, and a long-time supporter of An Achievable Dream. He also was a long-time supporter of the YMCA, where he was president of the boards of the Newport News Y and the Peninsula Metropolitan Y. He chaired and served on the board and the investment committee of the Newport News Employees Retirement Fund, serving 25-plus years. He served on the Endowment Committee of the Virginia Living Museum. He was a member and past president of the Rotary Club of Newport News, and was a Deacon and then an Elder at Hidenwood Presbyterian Church.
III, 88, of Cave Spring, Georgia, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022. One friend noted that “Sam was the best neighbor, bat house builder and gardener on the block!” and another shared that Sam “was a kind soul” and “he had a sparkle in his eyes and made us feel at home.”
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Carroll, 84, passed away on February 2, 2022, ending a 10-year battle with cancer. Jim graduated Jacksonville High School in 1956 then briefly attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before entering the US Army as a Personnel Specialist, based in Hawaii. service,completingAftermilitaryJimreturned to
Kiwanis Giants. Cloyd was past president of the Lexington Jaycees and a member of the local Kiwanis Club. In addition, Cloyd, who was a church Elder, taught the Youth Sunday School class at First Presbyterian Church for many years. His young disciples will remember being enticed to be present at Sunday School for the hot dogs and other treats served by their dedicated teacher as a reward for their presence and participation.
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Dr. Richard Gabriel Stone, Jr., 83, of Bowling Kentucky,Green,died on July 4, 2021. Richard received his B.A. and his master’s degrees from the University of North Carolina, and his doctorate degree in History from the University of Tennessee. He was a member of the History Department at Western Kentucky University from 1969 until his retirement in 2000 and continued to teach occasionally after retirement. A veteran and specialist in military history, he wrote two books about Kentucky military history: Kentucky: A Brittle Sword and Kentucky Fighting Men. He also contributed articles to publications of the East
UNC to continue his studies but was interrupted when his father passed away. He returned to Jacksonville and began working for First National Bank of Jacksonville, later the Bank of North Carolina. In 1978, Jim moved his family to Wilmington, where he was the sales manager of Carolina Inlet Marina for a decade. His experience in the marine industry led him to spend the final 25 years of his career as representativemanufacturer’safor many successful boat lines.
Anderson Moye, Jr., 84 of Maury died on April 16, 2022. After VES, Larry attended the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and remained a true blue Tar Heel. He joined his family farming business in Maury, North Carolina, where he worked with his son until his death. Larry was a member of Snow Hill community,involvedChurch,Presbyterianandwasinhisserving as Board Chair for Greene County Health Care, Maury Sanitary Land District, Maury Ruritan Club, Jazz Board in the ECU School of Music and supporter of the
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Grimes, Jr., 84, of Harrisonburg, Virginia, died peacefully on January 5, 2021 of complications from Covid-19. After serving for decades in various federal agencies in the Washington, DC, area, Don and his beloved wife of 55 years, Kathleen, retired to the Shenandoah Valley, where they made their home in the shadows of Massanutten Peak.
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Edward Willis Carter, 83, left this world on September 30, 2021. After graduating VES, he attended the University of North Carolina. Hard working, generous and funny, he was a had.business,othersdevotedentire1998.retiredhadcompetitioncountriesUKNewintoCMGstartups,companiesexisting(CMG),MarketingconsultingsaleshisSprint.thenofAmex,hedivision.runningendingexecutivesuccessfulatAvon,hiscareertheretheEuropeanFromthereworkedatWarner-MCIastheheadSalesandMarketing,movedtoUSHethenstartedowntelephoneandmarketingfirm,CarterGroupsupportingtelephoneandandtakinghisteamsuccessfullyCanada,Australia,Zealand,Mexico,andmanyothertoacceleratewherelittleexistedbefore.HefromCMGinThroughouthiscareer,hewastohelpingsucceedinjustasheHisbrother, The Reverend Wilson R. Carter ’58, and two nieces, E. Leigh Carter Egeghy ’89 and Sarah Carter Stevens ’94, attended VES.
H. Cloyd Philpott, Jr., 84, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away on June 8, 2021. Cloyd was a tough youth football coach who had whileundefeatednumerousseasonscoachingthe
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Gilbert Hunt Sayres, Sr., 85, of Denver, died on December 29, 2021. He was a 1960 graduate of professionalwasfromEngineeringgraduatedCollegeHampden-SydneyandlaterwithaCivilDegreeVirginiaTech.Hearegisteredengineer in Virginia and North Carolina. He was employed as a project manager with Yeargin Construction Company
Skeet champion, raised cattle as a young adult, hunted throughout his life including four trips to Africa, rode motorcycles and always told jokes. Starke was a hunter Club.ofandCityWaltonmemberFisheries,ofVirginiainstructoreducationandtheDepartmentGameandInlandlong-timeoftheIssacLeagueandHillMasterGardenersformerpresidenttheMonroeRuritanHisbrothers,John ’63 and BK ’67, niece Sydna Mundy ’10; and two nephews, Kyle Mundy ’08 and Tylden Mosby ’12, all attended VES.
Mundy III, 82, of Amherst County, Virginia, died on August 7, 2021. He served in the U.S. Army and Naval Reserves as an officer. He was in private law practice for many years before joining the Hethemthemanypolice.ofSheriff,andofservingAttorney,CommonwealthHeAmherstAttorney’sCommonwealthofficeinCounty.retiredasajobheloved,thecitizensAmherstCountyworkingwiththedeputies,TownAmherstandStateStarkehadinterestsoveryearsandpursuedenthusiastically.wasjuniorstate
arts at ECU. He was devoted to his golf buddies, and, to the game of golf. He formed many great friendships as a member of the Society of Hickory Golfers. Trips to Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales to play golf with his son, grandson, brother-inlaw, and friends were among Larry’s most treasured memories. Larry’s most favored spot was on the porch of his beach house in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. He was happiest there when joined by family and friends for an evening cocktail.
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Hettrick, 81, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on November 24, 2021. George earned his bachelor’s degree from Cornell University in 1962 and his J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1965. Upon graduation, he joined the law firm of Hunton & Williams in Richmond. However, before starting his legal career, he served his country as a captain in the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1968 in Wurzburg, Germany. He returned to his law firm in 1968 and began his lifelong commitment to public service as special counsel to Virginia Governor Linwood Holton. For 30 years before he retired in 2018, George served as the chair of Hunton & Williams’ pro bono committee. Under his guidance, the firm opened pro bono offices in both Richmond and Charlottesville and developed pro bono fellowships for young lawyers interested in pursuing a career in public service. George was also a member of the Virginia Access to Justice Commission and the advisory board of the Greater Richmond Bar Foundation, where he worked on the treatment team at the drug court in Richmond. He considered the service to drug court and his service as a board member of Lawyers Helping Lawyers, a group that assists attorneys with drug and alcohol addictions, to be his biggest accomplishments. George’s work in the legal field earned him various recognitions throughout his life, including a 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award from The American Lawyer magazine, the 2015 Lewis F. Powell Jr. Pro Bono Award from the Virginia State Bar and a recognition as a Person of the Year honoree by the Richmond Times-Dispatch in 2017. In 2015, the Greater Richmond Bar Foundation created the George H. Hettrick Leadership Award in his honor. The award recognizes lawyers who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to aiding underrepresented groups. George’s son, Edward L. Hettrick ’85, son-inlaw, Lynn K. Brugh IV ’82, and nephew, Dr. Timothy E. Harris ’87, all attended VES.
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of Greenville, South Carolina, for most of his career.
Royal Dillon, Jr., 82, died on February 23, 2022. He had attended Columbus High School for two years when a benefactor aunt offered an opportunity for Jim to attend Virginia Episcopal School. His
first foray outside of Columbus, he thrived at VES, often saying it was the best thing that ever happened to him. At VES, he played on the baseball and basketball teams. Jim served a two-year Army stint stationed in Texas and South Carolina. After his Army service, he joined the Trust Company of Georgia in 1965, and began a 39-year career as a vice president and portfolio manager for Atlanta-basedthebank. He attained accountsandmanagingcontinuedstatusFinancialCharteredAnalyst(CFA)in1971,andhisrolebothpensionmajortrustafterthe
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Edwin Deady, 82, died July 25, 2021. In 1969, he founded Advertising,Deadyand,
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Groome, 81, passed away on October 25, 2021. Kirk proudly served in the US Marine Corps. He worked at Procter and Gamble as a brand manager, and later was appointed to senior marketing positions with Quaker Oats and Ralston Purina. His final employer was Tambrands, where he was promoted from VP, Marketing to CEO Brazil, responsible for all of Tambrand’s operations in Latin America. Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, Kirk lived and worked in Mexico, Columbia, Brazil, Argentina and Chile. He always had a special love for Brazil and its people where he and his family lived for 18 years. Kirk retired from the corporate world at 55 and settled in New Orleans to be near his family and friends. He soon started and managed for the next 20 years ARCH Homes, which offered 24-hour care in a residential setting for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. His greatest challenge and satisfaction with ARCH was taking care of his residents, caregivers and their families when he led the evacuation to Lafayette following Hurricane Katrina, and then evacuating three weeks later to Arkansas following Hurricane Rita. He retired a second time, at age 75, turning his full attention to family and friends. Kirk spent days and weekends with his children and grandchildren, coaching and participating in many activities from Little League baseball, Boy Scouts, soccer, to open water fishing and overnight trips on battleships and outdoor camping events. Kirk delighted in taking his grandchildren bird hunting, a passion he acquired in the marshes outside Mexico City. He enjoyed going to his favorite restaurants with family and friends. He also enjoyed traveling with the whole family, especially abroad. One of his most cherished memories was reading to his grandchildren’s classes at school. On these special occasions, Kirk wore his prosthetic hook, which often garnered more interest from his grandchildren’s school mates than the books he read to them. Kirk was a bonsai enthusiast and he had other deep interests including painting, carpentry and gardening. David’s son, Shattuck Groome ’91, also attended VES.
showing off the moves he had honed on the dance floors in Columbus. James’ father, James R. Dillon ’31 attended VES, as well as his cousins L. Polk Dillon III ’60 and William I. Dillon ’65.
securities side of Trust Company was spun off into Trusco thelovedmusiccarriedtennisHeandespeciallycompetition,formsgamesman.andespeciallyconsumerhishumormischievousjokes,tellraconteurmind.knownManagement.CapitalJimwasforhissharpHewasawholovedtogreatstoriesandwithasenseofandatwinkleineye.Hewasarabidofbooks,pulpfiction,hewasanavidHelovedallofgamingbutbackgammonduplicatebridge.alsowasanavidplayer.Jimagreatloveofhisentirelifeandtohamituponfamilyroomfloor,
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74, passed away peacefully at his home in Wilmington, NC, on August 5, 2021. Marrow’s interests included horses, boating, fishing and flying. He worked as an ISO pilot and instructor and had the honor of working with the Nighthawk Squadron, which flies andyears,soldrecentlyJohnson.PresidentWhiteHonorwasStatesservedMarinePresidentialthehelicopterI.MarrowalsointheUnitedCoastGuardandinthePresidentialGuardattheHouseforLyndonB.Marrowretiredandhisbusinessof25WilmingtonTankTrailer.
, 78, of Vashon, Washington, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022.
Jr., 74, passed away on April 26, 2022. Barney graduated from Old Dominion University. He was a past President of Allen-Morrison, Inc. and
as president, ran it for 35 years. He branched into e-commerce in 2004 with Showstopper Exhibits. Throughout his life, he Lynchburg.fromHobbsreceivedClub.andCommonwealthCountryStonehengepastPresbyterianmemberascommunityenjoyedinvolvementacommittedofSycamoreChurch,amemberofGolfandClub,theClubBonAirRotaryIn2018,hetheT.GibsonMemorialAwardtheUniversityof
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conducted early research into the formation of boron chains. George’s career spanned product and process development for a number of chemical attendedfamilyGeorgebicycleandPatty,U.S.enjoyedSpartanburgforvolunteeredSpartanburg.Blackmanretirementtreatments,usechemicalsdevelopmentspecializingcompanies,intheofforindustrialandtextileuntilhisfromUhlerinGeorgeforHabitatHumanityandShares.Hetravelingintheandabroadwithbeingoutdoors,inhisyoungerdays,tripsandtennis.hadseveralmemberswhoVES:brother,
School in Raleigh. Upon his return from Vietnam, Ron earned a bachelor’s degree in finance at Atlantic Christian College (now Barton College in Wilson, North Carolina). He went to work for BTR, a company founded by his father, Bryce Wagoner, and others. He also worked as general manager of the Peaks of Otter Lodge, then a family-ownedWagonerfacility on the Blue Ridge Parkway. In the early 1980s, Ron and his father started Peaks Coffee Shops, which operated dining facilities in beaches.atspendingMartinmusicalfamily,spendinglaterorganizations.schooldonatingfromforU.S.throughouthospitalstheeasternRonhadapassionactivitiesrangingSCUBAdivingtohistimetoandcharitableInhisyears,RonenjoyedtimewithhishoninghisskillsonhisguitarandsummerdaysNorthCarolina
, 77, lived a varied and eclectic life. At times he was a businessman and a successful entrepreneur. He also was a Vietnam veteran and a dedicated volunteer, offering his services and experience to the North Carolina Vietnam Ravenscroft(NCVVI),VeteranstheSchool and the Athens Drive High
Peter P. Hairston ’67; uncle Rufus T. Hairston ’31, and cousin, Mr. R. Thomas Hairston, Jr. ’69.
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Jr., 76, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, died on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, of complications of kidney disease. He graduated from the University of Virginia as an Echols Honors Scholar with a B.S. degree in chemistry, and was then awarded a NASA fellowship for graduate study in chemistry at Rutgers University, where he
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a member of Lynnhaven UMC in Virginia Beach. Barney loved boating and fishing. He was a devoted family man who enjoyed spending time at “The Cabin” on the James River. Others in his family who attended VES include his father, Bernard L. Reams ’37, brother, Stephen W. Reams ’68, and son, Bernard L. Reams III ’94
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Moore, 70, died of cancer on March 12, 2022. A person of keen intellect, Pat was educated at Mrs. Kindergarten,Ligon’s the Wake
Frye, 71, passed away on December 10, 2021. An avid reader, he was well versed in many subjects and loved to talk at length about any of them but he loved reading and talking about politics and history most. Richard’s cookbook collection almost rivaled his extensive literary library. He was a master chef. He enjoyed cooking cuisine from around the world and was especially fond of Thai food. Richard was a bright and unique soul and will be deeply missed.
County public schools, Virginia Episcopal School, Louisburg College and N.C. State University. In his career as a general contractor, he was a creative and meticulous craftsman. He also enjoyed several other pursuits, including sailing, golf, model railroading and astronomy, each of which allowed him to develop friendships.meaningful
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Young, 69, passed away on August 4, 2021.
III, 67, passed away on February 13, 2022. A graduate of the University of Richmond, Taylor spent most of his career in the steel industry, working for Ryerson/Tull Metals, Cardinal Metals, Samuel Specialty and East River Metals. He most recently worked for Maxim Systems. He was a passionate fan of WVU Mountaineer and University of Richmond Spider football and basketball and a lifelong admirer of the Dallas Cowboys. If he
57, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. He was born in Mexico on April 19, 1964, and was the loving husband of Kimberly Bell Amparan, and father to daughter, Grace Amparan Edwards, and son, Aquiles “Keeley” Amparan III, predeceasedwhohim.
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Diaz-Axcuy at Gensler and Associates, and assisting Charles Reich on his book, The Sorcerer of Bolinas Reef. He finished his career as office manager of IDEO, a design firm. James was interested in artistic pursuits. He made beautiful greeting cards with pictures of flowers (and people)sometimesontheir covers. In addition, he wrote a book of poems that was published as Tooting Cuba’s Tuba. He loved music and had an astonishing collection of albums and CDs, especially those of Joni Mitchell. James also contributed to medical science. As an AIDS long-term survivor (or non-progressor), James for years donated blood to a clinic in San Francisco that was flown to laboratories in Boston and elsewhere to help with AIDS research. He lived with HIV successfully for 42 years and died from complications of kidney failure.
, 70, passed away on July 26, 2021. James spent his adult life in San Francisco, where he pursued a number of occupations, including assisting a well-known interior designer, Orlando
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Thomas Edward Little, 58, died Monday, August 9, 2021, in Farmville, Virginia. A member of Marlboro Original Free Will Baptist Church, he was known for his work in advertising with the Daily Reflector, his love of flying and his adventures with the love of his grandaughter,life—hisHadley.
52, died unexpectedly after a short illness, in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 22, 2022.
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Pat worked as a food broker before embarking on a 26-year career in commercial real estate, most spent at CBRE ofwasfromLeasingofAwardofasales/leasing.tenants/buyersrepresentinginofficePatwasmulti-yearwinnertheMAARPinnacleandtheBrokertheYearforOfficein2005and2011-2013.Patalsoamemberthe2008 Memphis Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40. Pat was well respected by his peers and his involvement throughout the communityMemphiswas valued and expansive. His mind was keen and quick; he enjoyed learning and reading and listening to music of all genres; and his smile and laughter were infectious, radiating the empathy, pride and love he felt for his family and friends. As a child, Pat was a Boy Scout at Myers Park Baptist Church, and
Lewis Roakes, 85, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2020.
After attending Duke University, he served in the US Air Force. He was stationed in Germany when he met his lifelong love and wife of 61 years, Adelheid Thul. Wayne and Adelheid married in Germany and had two daughters, Susan and Sally. Wayne returned to Lynchburg with his family and began working as a surveyor for Wiley & Wilson. He later became the Controller for the firm. Wayne finished his finance career as Bursar for Virginia Episcopal School. Wayne was an incredibly loving and caring son, husband, father and grandfather. He was well known in Lynchburg for his singing—in the Park View Methodist Church choir, many revivals, weddings and funerals, barbershop quartet and the Jefferson Choral Society. He enjoyed distance running and faithfully ran the Lynchburg Ten Miler annually as well as several marathons.
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Soccer was one of Brendan’s greatest joys. From the time his Swiss cousins showed him “foot” at three years old, you couldn’t tear him away from the soccer field. He wanted to be a keeper before kids were allowed to keep and he grew into an all-state keeper in high school. He was a master chess player and debater and enjoyed nothing more than coming out on top. He loved gaming and playing DnD with his great friends every Sunday night.
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21, passed away August 22, 2021. He lived his life with immense thought, pride, passion, loyalty and sincerity that showed in everything he said and did.
We are saddened by the death of classmate and friend, Pierson Van Trigt, from Greensboro, North Carolina.
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