1950s

Lobue, Jackino Posted: 4/17/2012 8:40:24 AM
Class of 1959

Brother Jackino Lobue, ’59, has passed on to Chapter Eternal on 28 March 2012.

Allison, David “Dave” Posted: 10/8/2011 2:37:56 PM
Class of 1959

My wife, Bobbi, and I will join Sam Curry ’62 and other brothers in May, 2012 for our 50h Reunion, as I graduated in “62. I was initiated in 1956. I was out of school in 1959 due to illness, in the army in 1960-1962, returned to Penn State in the Fall of 1962, and graduated in December, 1962.

We look forward to seeing many “old” brothers and meeting many new brothers in May.

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Dave Allison

Thayer, Paul Posted: 12/3/2009 4:55:30 PM
Class of 1950

Got Ph.D in Industrial Psychology from Ohio State. Research in insurance industry for 21 years, and then Head of Psychology at NCSU for 16. Retired and playing golf with my Norwegian wife, Bjorg in Cary, NC. Have three children and 6 grandchildren, all in New England.

Eckert, James “Jim” Posted: 11/4/2009 8:12:16 AM
Class of 1959

James C. Eckert, Class of 1959, passed away suddenly on October 18 after suffering a stroke. He was married to his wife, Linda for 37 years and they lived in Mattituck New York in a home they built in 2001.He had three children, Jennifer, David and Jeffery and six grandchildren.

Christopher, David Posted: 8/26/2008 8:46:24 AM
Class of 1951

We have two daughters, each of whom are married, also with two daughters. I retired as a Partner in Price Waterhouse after 39 years with the firm and now own a small Executive Search Firm in Pittsburgh.

Rother, William “Otto, Bill” Posted: 8/26/2008 8:46:24 AM
Class of 1955

My cd, which I wrote the words and music to, is being plugged to several singers. It would appear that two of whom may cover some of my songs on their next albums may be Jose Feliciano and Willy Nelson.

Brown, Robert “Bob” Posted: 3/4/2008 1:49:48 PM
Class of 1955

My wife Kay and I live in Plymouth, MN (suburb of Minneapolis), and we spend six months of the year at our condo in Bonita Springs, FL. I retired from Deltak Company, a steel fabricator, in 1996. We have two daughters and three grandchildren, all living in Minnesota. Bill Rother dropped by our Florida condo recently, and we had lunch and a great time talking about old memories. I would be glad to hear from any of the old gang; email address is [email protected].

Pollard, Hobart “Hobe” Posted: 12/4/2007 2:29:55 PM
Class of 1950

Happily retired from construction industry for about 15yrs. Still married (for 56 yrs) to Joyce , my Phi Kap girl who I met at SC got pinned, engaged in SC and Married after her Graduation in 1951. We have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Currently living in the Willow Valley Retirement Community in Lancaster. We spend winters in Vero Beach, FL . Life has been good to us and we look forward to a few more good years. Have many fond memories the Phi Kap house..

Buckenmaier, Chester “weidenjammer” Modified: 6/29/2007 3:55:19 PM
Class of 1959

Carolyn & I are enjoying our retirements both in Fairfax Station, VA and as we “”snowbird”” here in Punta Gorda, FL for the winter months. Playing lots of golf and sailboat racing in Charlotte Harbor. Hooked on winter cruises to the Caribbean! Looking forward, hopefully, to another “”Greatest Years”” reunion ala Sam & Delle Curry in the not too distant future. Come on down, ya’ll! We’ll fit you in between visits from our six grandchildren!

Shore, W. Modified: 10/16/2006 8:53:24 PM
Class of 1950

Regret to inform you that Andy was brain-damaged in auto accident 3/15/94. His condition has deteriorated to the point where he requires care in a nursing home. He was determined incapable of managing personal or business decisions by physicians and court in 1997. I am now his guardian. We’ve been married 50 years (I’m a Tri-Delt from PSU) and have many happy memories of time spent at Phi Kappa Sigma. Sometimes Andy can remember back to those days but mostly his memory is lost. Nat Netscher was in our wedding. Should anyone come through Atlanta (Austell is a suburb) they’re welcome to call or come by. Sincerely,Mary Ellen Shore

Schweiker, Richard “Yogi” Modified: 10/16/2006 4:16:15 PM
Class of 1950

We are expecting our 21st grandchild December 2004. Two of my grandsons are PSU students now.

Javens, Jack Modified: 10/16/2006 4:06:04 PM
Class of 1959

After being an active homebrewer (beer) for 10 years, I now am the reigning king of Mead in Beaver County. Mead is wine made from honey. I make five gallons (10 six-packs) a month.

Molloy, John Modified: 10/16/2006 3:55:09 PM
Class of 1956

Molloy Corporation is a commmerical printing company. Also does worldwide presentation technology consulting for major hotel chains with 250 clients in 35 countries. My wife, Dorothy and I will be celebrating our 42nd anniversary soon. Our family consists of three children and eight grandchildren.

Molloy, John Modified: 10/16/2006 3:53:34 PM
Class of 1956

Noted the photo of me in Psidelights. I believe that was taken in 55. Meanwhile, I continue with our two businesses along with my son who manages our 25-year-old commercial printing business here in Houston. I continue to travel the world as a technology training consultant for my 265-client Marriott, Renaissance and Ritz-Carlton hotels. My wife Dorothy, who has almost as many flyer miles as I do, almost always accompanies me. Were looking forward to celebrating our 45th this year somewhere in Europe or the Middle East. I still enjoy the challenge of our own business, but both my son and I have our eye on two of our eight grandchildren who show interest, even now, to take over someday.

Rother, William “Otto, Bill” Modified: 10/16/2006 3:45:55 PM
Class of 1955

After 40 years as Vice President of Tauck Tours…which included visits to over 100 countries. I retired to become the tour manager for world-famous guitar player “”Jose Feliciano.”” I’m also the enrichment lecturer for Celebrity Cruise Lines to Alaska and Hawaii. I still live in Westport, CT. and have a winter home in Sebastian, FL where I will be cometing for the 6th year, swimming in the Senior Olympics. I’ve been in touch with Elmer Strauss, Dick Vogel, Jim Harter, George Crousse, Harry Soloman, and Fred Montanari. For any Phi Kaps who remember me (Otto)…Send an email to mailto:[email protected]>[email protected].

Rupp, R. Nevin Modified: 10/16/2006 3:45:23 PM
Class of 1954

I retired from my practice of otolaryngology head and neck surgery in July 2001. After a year of being totally worthless I felt guilty and now work for free teaching at the local medical school. My wife, Susanne Brossea 55, and I have been married 48 years. We have three grown children who have gotten as far away from us (San Antonio, Texas) as the could without crossing an ocean (Mass., and Calif.) A major joy in my life now is my new airplane, a Cirrus SR20. Are there any other Cirrus owners in the Brotherhood?

Leslie, James Modified: 10/16/2006 3:35:26 PM
Class of 1955

I received the SME Fellow Membership award and am now also serving on the national Board of Directors of SME.
I do see Ralph Laudenslayer once or twice a year.

Buckenmaier, Chester “weidenjammer” Modified: 10/16/2006 1:38:52 PM
Class of 1959

A Toast to Sixty More

Chet Buckenmaier
Classof 1959

Retired life is good! I keep busy losing $$ in stock market trades, playing golf, and racing sailboats in Charlotte Harbor, Florida. My wife, Carolyn, and I also “winter” there at Burnt Store Marina in Punta Gorda, FL, and we also keep a place in Fairfax Station, VA so we can visit our two sons and six grandchildren frequently. Penn State games are a blast and seldom missed on TV with the Penn State Ft. Myers Alumni Chapter as we cheer and suck up suds at Buckitts every weekend. Jake Shook, ’58 and Gip Bonar, ’59 are annual visitors during the winter months.

Brasher, Tom “Tom” Modified: 10/16/2006 1:24:04 PM
Class of 1955

Sold our house in the Caribbean in 1999 and now living full-time in S. C. I was glad to learn that the house finances are back in good standing and hope some day it will again be occupied by Phi Kaps! The only brother I have any contact with these days is my brother, Larry 59. My best to all.

Brasher, Larry Modified: 10/16/2006 1:23:25 PM
Class of 1959

o accomplishments, no activities, no news, no money but lots of memories!

Coder, Ronald “Ron” Modified: 10/16/2006 1:12:33 PM
Class of 1951

Was recently inducted into the Norristown High School Hall of Champions.A change of address is coming up in about two years when we move into “”The Village at Penn State,”” a new retirement community near the campus at Penn State.

Hafley, William Modified: 10/16/2006 9:47:24 AM
Class of 1953

Betty and I recently gave up our home and land in the northern mountains of North Carolina and moved to a retirement village in Black Mountain, NC, just east of Asheville, NC. I had open heart surgery to replace a sclerotic aortic valve last may and am doing fine. In August my cardiologist said he didn’t need to see me for two years. If you are in our area look us up.

Harter, James Modified: 10/16/2006 9:42:53 AM
Class of 1955

I have been retired since November 1999 and relocated to Florida in March of 2000. I haven’t had contact with any brothers for a long time. Are you sure the photo of Dad’s Day 1964 in April 2001 newsletter is not a toga party and a date or year earlier than 1964?

Hafley, William Modified: 10/16/2006 9:37:54 AM
Class of 1953

I moved into a retirement community in April 2004. We’re enjoying having nothing to care for except for ourselves and our dog. After heart surgery last May, all we need is a new knee for me and a new hip for my wife, and we’ll be off and running again. My nephew, Derek Hafley, just finished his freshman year at PSU.

Harter, James Modified: 10/16/2006 9:37:05 AM
Class of 1955

Hume, Graham “Bill” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:58:20 PM
Class of 1955

Janet and I spend summers in Brookfield, Wisc., and winters in Ariz. We are in the phonebooks. We see Dick Vogel 54, and Jack Cleland 55, often. Please give us a call when youre in the area, and bring your golf clubs.

Hume, Graham “Bill” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:57:49 PM
Class of 1955

I successfully sold my stainless steel fittings and valve manufacturing business in 2000. Now, I am enjoying retirement in Tucson, Arizona. The Gallery Golf Club (the finest golf club in southern Arizona) in the winter (November-May) and Brookfield, Wisc., in the summer (May-October). Dick (54) and Karen Vogel stopped for a visit this spring in Tucson. Jack Cleland 55 is now living and retired permanently in Sedona, Ariz. Must have show him some good stuff. He sold his motor home and is moving to Phoenix. All is well with us.

Hume, Graham “Bill” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:56:53 PM
Class of 1955

During the winter months Janet and I live in Tucson, Ariz., (520)-572-4107. We spend our summers in Wisconsin. I see Jack Cleland ’55 often in Sedona, Ariz.

Hume, Graham “Bill” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:54:26 PM
Class of 1955

We sold our stainless steel fittings and valve business last year and are now in a semi-retirement mode. Have built a house in Tucson to better enjoy the winters. Please give my best to Otto Grupp III ’51 and others. Its hard to believe we go back 50 years.

Laudenslayer, Ralph Modified: 10/13/2006 2:50:32 PM
Class of 1954

Since retirement in 1994 from Long Beach (CA), Parks and Rec. Dept., have been seeing how people live and think in Costa Rica, Great Britain, Europe (through the back door), Portugal & Spain, China, Thailand, Cambodia and Turkey/Greece – with my wife Marilou. See Jim Leslie occasionally. Would like to contact lost pledge brother Tom Davies if possible.

Laudenslayer, Ralph Modified: 10/13/2006 2:49:18 PM
Class of 1954

Since retiring in 1994, I have been busy with nine grandchildren. I am in contact with pledge Brothers Dick Vogel 54, Harry Solomon 54, Jim Leslie 55, and Bob Murphy 55.

Molloy, Nicholas “Nick” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:44:00 PM
Class of 1959

I enjoyed the reunion at Currys New Bern, N.C. for classes 58-63. I believe we had the most attendees (9 from the class of 59). I received the April 2203 Business Achievement Award from Central Bucks Co. Chamber of Commerce. Married to Roberta Gbur (PSU 60) and we have four grandsons.

Rupp, R. Nevin Modified: 10/13/2006 2:41:51 PM
Class of 1954

After 12 years in the Army and 31 years of medical practice I have retired. I’m frequently asked what I’m doing in retirement. My answer is , “” I’m enjoying most of all just being completely worthless.”” It’s so great to take two hours to get up in the morning! Travels have included a windjammer cruise off the coast of Maine (I really recommend it), Cape Cod for Thanksgiving, California for Christmas, and coming up to Japan, Quebec, and then back to Maine next summer for an Elderhostel (I recommend those too for all “”elders””, but you only have to be 55 to qualify). I’m also starting to fly airplanes again after a 10 year lay-off. I get my exercise bicycling and doing house work( my wife emphasized that she is retired to). If any of you dudes get near San Antonio, TX, give us a call/e-mail.

Schweiker, Richard “Yogi” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:41:21 PM
Class of 1950

I have two grandsons, Ryan and Patrick Schweiker, attending Penn State representing our third generation of Penn Staters. Both of their parents went to Penn State as well.

Schweiker, Richard “Yogi” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:41:03 PM
Class of 1950

Claire and I have 20 grandchildren and one is now the third generation at Penn State.

Wylie, John Modified: 10/13/2006 2:12:17 PM
Class of 1952

My wife, Millicent Vickers Wylie ( 53) passed away one year ago. We courted, got pinned, and engaged while at PSU. We met at a / dinner at Skull House. I play some golf not too good and take some driving trips. Hello to Otto III.

Irwin, Robert “Bob” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:11:18 PM
Class of 1952

Our oldest son, John Wylie Irwin, passed away June 2004 at the age of 51. We named him after my roommate John S. Wylie 52. John and I got together in Korea in 1953. He saw our son before I did. I was in Korea when he was born. John followed me to Korea and we went on R&R together to Tokyo, Japan. Had a blast! We also had many great times together at the Skull House. By the way, our son John Wylie, was 12-months-old when I first saw him. My wife, Carolyn, and I had four children. We have lived in St. Augustine, Fla., since 1997. We live at the Marsh Creek County Club on Anastasia Island. Give us a call when youre in the area and well buy you a drink.

Coder, Ronald “Ron” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:06:31 PM
Class of 1951

On October 29, 2003, we moved to The Village at Penn State and look forward to an exciting time on the campus. This retirement community will provide us with an active lifestyle and give us long-term care security. We will also have a branch of the Penn State Creamery on site.

Buckenmaier, Chester “weidenjammer” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:05:05 PM
Class of 1959

Since retiring in 1998 as a Beltway Bandit, my wife, Carolyn, and I have been wintering in Punta Gorda, Fla., enjoying our 6 grandchildren, playing golf, racing sailboats, and trying to out-play the stock market. We spend our summers in Fairfax Station, Va., but as our two sons, Chet III and Erich, and their families move on, we will consider hanging out permanently in Punta Gorda, assuming we get good at dodging hurricanes! Gip Bonar 59, and Jake Shook 58, were vacationing nearby recently so we got together over some libations. We agreed quickly that we were born to be retired. Life is good!

Woolaway, Thomas “Monty” Modified: 10/13/2006 2:02:27 PM
Class of 1954

The company that I co-founded in 1962 was sold to a Swedish paper & packaging company, SCA (an 8 billion dollar company) in March 2001. I am now completely retired – Shirley and I spend the winters at Marlo Island, Florida, and the rest of the year in Sewickley and in New York State. We took 7 of our family to England & Wales in June.