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was born in Clarksville, Arkansas, April 19, 1940 to Anne Vanderslice and Robert Hartman Johnston, who predeceased him. He died October 11 at home with his family at his bedside. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Martha Johnston; his five children, James (Pamela) Johnston, Lexington, KY, Andrew (Kristen) Johnston Houston, TX, Elizabeth (Timothy) Howard, Brentwood, TN, Dr. David ( Dr. Jennifer) Johnston, Clarksville, TN, Mary (James) Tayloe Memphis, TN; eleven grandchildren, Alexander, Margaret, William, and Robert Howard; Leah and Brian Johnston; Hannah, Katherine and Matthew Johnston; and Caroline and Camille Johnston; two sisters, Eloise (Joe) Galvan, San Antonio TX and Camille Jones, Donna TX; one brother, Walter (Barbara) Johnston, Buda TX; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was raised in Mercedes, Texas and attended Maryville College. He received his MD from Vanderbilt University. Bob served in the Medical Corps of the Army at Fort Benning and in Vietnam and was honorably discharged with a rank of Major. In addition to his family and his church, Dr. Johnston had four great loves. He loved music, frequently attended the symphony and sang in the choirs of both Hillwood Presbyterian and Trinity Presbyterian. He was an avid tennis player, winning local, state, and national titles. He believed in sharing his healing gifts, and was a frequent missionary to Kikuyu Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Center, an East African Presbyterian Institution outside Nairobi, Kenya. He also loved his medical practice, which began with the Edwards-Eve Clinic at St. Thomas hospital, subsequently became the Lipscomb Clinic, and finally Tennessee Orthopedic Alliance. After retiring from TOA, he continued to practice at The General Hospital at Meharry until June 2014.He was a member of Hillwood Presbyterian Church where he was on the session working with Room in the Inn and Habitat for Humanity. He served on the boards of The Medical Benevolence Foundation, Park Manor retirement home, and the Wilson Rehabilitation Center. He served as a church league basketball coach for many years.

Dr. Marion N. Johnston, age 96, of Carlisle, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Chapel Point at Carlisle. Dr. Marion was born in Michigan on September 30, 1920, as the eldest child of Glenn C. Northup (MI) and Irma Chiroux (Paris, France). She grew up in Lisbon, Ohio and dreamed of becoming a medical missionary pediatrician. She accomplished her dream, becoming a pediatrician in an era when few women did so. She embodied steady determination, never questioning a woman’s ability to prosper in what was a man’s vocation, while also having passion for and commitment to her family — including five children, 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Marion attended Maryville College, graduating from Ohio State University, graduating from the Women’s Medical College of PA in 1947. She met James R. Johnston, III, while both were interns. She heard him whistling in the halls of West Penn Hospital at three o’clock in the morning and immediately was interested. She married the love of her life on June 18, 1949. Their marriage was rooted in a joy of purpose and a desire to serve the community. They served in the army at Fort Dix NJ Hospital, and then settled in Sewickley, PA where they both had private practices. They moved their family to Carlisle, PA in 1965. Joyfully balancing her large family and career, she continued in private practice from 66-74 and then worked for decades at the outpatient pediatric clinic at Dunham US Army War College. Over the years, Marion volunteered at baby clinics, caring for children who had no other access to health care. Throughout her long and vibrant life, she was dedicated to the Presbyterian Church. In Carlisle, she found a home at the Second Presbyterian Church. Marion never wanted to miss a Sunday service and served the church in many leadership and volunteer capacities such as Elder, Deacon, Stephen Minister, Sunday School teacher, etc. Her compassion for the vulnerable galvanized her volunteer activities – locally and internationally. She traveled with Jim as medical volunteers to Guatemala, Cameroon and India. She also tended to those closer to home, serving on the board of Steven’s Center, and a warm and caring friend to many. The community recognized Marion’s contributions with many awards, including the Carlisle Area’s Finest, the Exchange Club Molly Pitcher Award, and the YWCA Ruth K. and Nancy J. George Award. Her family is truly inspired by her unwavering sense of duty to make the world more peaceful and just. She approached her many roles – pediatrician, wife, mom, grandmother, friend and citizen of the world – with curiosity and kindness. Every conversation with her included deep questions about life and current events. Marion and Jim traveled to all 50 states and took fantastic trips around the world with family and friends. She quenched her voracious appetite for knowledge and intellectual pursuits with books, reading the news and conversation -participating in at least two book clubs, Fortnightly Club, an investment club, and bridge clubs. She had an amazing gift of hospitality, always welcoming guests to her home. She also loved the simple pleasures of life such as cooking, outdoor dining, watching birds, playing tennis and a baby’s laugh. From her mother, Marion learned gardening and became an accomplished seamstress. She lived her life providing a role model of how to be kind to others and find joy in each day. Marion is survived by her five children: Jennifer Johnston McKenna (Kevin McKenna), Gail Viscome (Nick Viscome), Ann Johnston, David Johnston and Lucy Johnston-Walsh (Bill Johnston-Walsh); her niece Karen Bush of WA; two nephews, Cole Northup of WI and Craig Northup of OH; her 11 grandchildren, Sarah Rose Creedon (and Reid Creedon), Laura Ann Keefer (and Josh Keefer), Julia & Curt Viscome, John & Katy Cummings, Martin & Emily Sasso, Reilly, Drew & Aidan Johnston-Walsh; and one great grandson, Ezekiel (Zeke) James Creedon. She was predeceased by her parents, her brother, Russell Northup, her husband, James R. Johnston III and her son-in-law, Paul Cummings. A Service of Witness to the Resurrection celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, June 24th at 11:00 a.m. at Second Presbyterian Church, 528 Garland Drive, Carlisle with Rev. Dr. Jeffrey W Gibelius and Rev. Dr. James Gilchrist presiding. To honor Marion’s passion for children and books, all memorial contributions can be made to the Second Presbyterian Church. The funds will be directed to Letort Elementary School’s reading initiatives, where Marion had volunteered for several years. Arrangements are being handle by Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Road, Carlisle, PA. To sign the guestbook, please visit www.HoffmanfH.com

Ruth Johnston passed away peacefully at home on Capitol Creek, 97 years young (which she occasionally rounded up to 100, figuring it was close enough). Ruth is preceded in death by her husband Elston, son Stephen, and two sisters. Descendants include: son David (Cari) Johnston of Talkeetna, AK, daughter Jill (Dwain) Mefford of Trinidad, CA, daughter-in-law Ann Thongtree of Thailand, daughter Molly (Steve) Child of Snowmass, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Alaska, California, Massachusetts, Thailand, and New Zealand. Ruth grew up in Brevard, NC, graduated in Biology from Maryville College at age 19. She taught high school Chemistry, met her husband while working in summer camps in Maine, raised four children, taught kindergarten for 26 years, and was head camp counselor in Fairlee, Vermont for many summers. She was a devoted member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Basalt. Ruth lived life with the joy of discovery and fascination with the natural world. She was able to gracefully blend religion and science, women’s rights with the importance of family, personal freedom with responsibility. May her wisdom ripple out to future generations. A memorial service will be held in June.

Scott Laverne Jones, 59, of Bradenton, FL, died August 05, 2017. Scott was born on July 29, 1958 in Sarasota, FL to Marian and Elmer Jones. Scott was the owner of Soccer Line Sporting Goods and S & L Screen Printing in Sarasota for 35 years. Scott was a graduate of Sarasota High School, Class of 1976, and Maryville College, Class of 1981 in Maryville, TN. Scott held the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts earning his Eagle Scout award. Scott is survived by his mother, Marian Jones of Sarasota; brother, Steven (Janet) Jones of Englewood, FL; two sisters, Stephaine (Chris) Ward of Lilburn, GA and Shari (Ricco) Longo of Naples, FL; several nieces and nephews, Allyson Ward, Briana (Wes) Miller, Aaron Ward and Joshua Longo; and a great niece, Teagan Miller. Scott also leaves behind his dog, Timber. Scott was preceded in death by his father, Elmer. Scott enjoyed the outdoors, traveling and spending time with his family and friends. He inspired all those who knew him. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Saturday, September 02, 2017 at Pine Shores Presbyterian Church in Sarasota. Placement of Scott’s cremains will be private in the memorial scattering garden at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choice. You may express your condolences to the family at, www.lemonbayfh.com

Michael Clark Jones age 22, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday morning Feb. 18, 2018. Clark was an awesome son, brother, fiancee, and friend to all that knew him. He was a senior at Maryville College and employed by Signet Jewelers. Preceded in death by: Grandparents, Don & Nancy Weaver. Survived by: Parents, Todd & LeighAnn Jones; Sister, Paige; Brothers, Caleb & Christian; Fiancee, Taylor Kerr; Grandparents, Alan & Ruth Jones. A host of Aunts, Uncles, and cousins too numerous to mention. His pallbearers were: “The Wolfe Pack”, Zach Barton, Hunter Pack, Kyle Hagerman, Michael Travis, Brandon Cockrell, & Josh Stroud, Lucas Jones, & Tanner Jones. Honorary Pallbearers were: Joe Davis, Marcus Jones, Zach Jones, Justin Jones, Brant Jones, & Cooper Jones. In Clarks own words: ROCK ON WORLD- UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN”.

Rachel Jones ’05 and her wife, Deanne Revel, are living in Seattle, Washington where is a PR specialist for Amazon Prime Video and Deanne is a full-time travel writer.

writes in to share that she graduated from the University of Tennessee's College of Social Work in 2015 with a Master's of Science in Social Work. She is currently the Director of the Rape Crisis Center in Chattanooga, TN, where she gets to work alongside her therapy dog, Quinn, who gets to comfort clients and get a lot of pets. She has been called to ministry and has been accepted to the historic Chicago Theological Seminary and will start the program in Fall 2019.

Helen Moore Jones October 12, 1938 – August 9, 2021 Raleigh, North Carolina – Helen Jones died peacefully at Transitions LifeCare hospice. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Richard E. Jones (Dick) and her children, Lauren Suchy and Jim Suchy, Dr. Jonathan Jones and Dawn Shaw, Sam Jones and Sherrill Jones along with her grandchildren Daniel, Lindsay, Alex, Ben, Charlie, and Maddie. She has one great grandchild. Helen enjoyed teaching in the Wake County school system for many years as a third grade teacher at Myrtle Underwood Elementary School in Raleigh. After her retirement she volunteered for twenty years as a docent at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Helen will always be remembered for her kindness and humor. At Helen’s request her family will celebrate her life at a later date.

Richard “Dick” Jones
September 20, 1937 – August 25, 2023
Raleigh, North Carolina – Dick died peacefully at Springmoor Retirement Community in Raleigh, NC. Dick was born in St. Petersburg, Florida. He graduated from St. Petersburg Senior High School in 1955. There he met his wife of 62 years, Helen Moore. Dick is predeceased by his wife. Together they had three children; Lauren Suchy (Jim), Dr. Jonathan Jones (Dawn Shaw), and Sam Jones ( Sherrill), all of whom are Raleigh residents; six grandchildren; Daniel Suchy, Lindsay Suchy Durango, Alex Jones, Ben Jones, Charlie Jones, Maddie Jones; and a great-grandchild, Siggi Durango.
Dick graduated with honors from Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee in 1959. He graduated from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary in 1962. He was ordained in the Presbyterian Church in 1962 and served as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in New Albany, Indiana from 1962-1966. He next held an administrative position at Florida Presbyterian College (now Eckard College) in St. Petersburg before entering law school at George Washington University in 1968. He graduated from law school in 1971 with highest honors.

Following law school the family moved to Knoxville, Tennessee where Dick accepted a position in the TVA legal department. In 1975 Dick accepted a position with the Carolina Power and Light Co. Legal Department in Raleigh. He became Senior Vice President General Counsel and Secretary of the corporation and a member of the company’s Senior Management Committee. CP&L ultimately became a subsidiary of Duke Energy.

During retirement, Dick was actively involved with Communities in Schools, Habitat for Humanity and Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.
Some of Dick’s favorite times were spent camping in the Smokey Mountains, family time at their vacation home at the inner banks and sailing. Dick liked to read non fiction. Throughout life he continued to think about nature and its meaning.

Sandra Presley Jones, born August 25, 1941, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. She is survived by her husband of 59 years and high school sweetheart, Thomas Leander Jones, and two children, Suzan Jones Hughes and Clay Thomas Jones. In addition to her husband and two children, she is survived by her son-in-law, Kenneth Vaughn Hughes, and daughter-in-law, Elisa Marie Jones, and grandchildren Hannah Kendall Hughes, Clayton Vaughn Hughes, Jackson Thomas Hughes, Ansley Katherine Hughes, Walker Lewis Jones, and Presley Kate Jones. She was preceded in passing by her parents, Mattie Lou and Carl Presley. She was a lifelong resident of Acworth, Georgia. Among many other accolades during her childhood, in 1958 she was crowned North Cobb High School’s first homecoming queen. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Maryville College in 1963 and later achieved master’s and specialist degrees. She dedicated her entire career to her students and community serving as a teacher and administrator in the Cobb County School District including service to North Cobb High School, McEachern High School, and Pine Mountain Middle School. In this service, she was known for gracefully commanding respect and fostering an environment that promoted the success of each student in and out of the classroom. She was active in her church and served on its board of trustees. She demonstrated her love for her Lord and Savior, in part, by pursuing excellence in all things – for His glory and not her own. And she loved the beauty of God’s creation, especially with her husband and family at the beach, in the mountains, and in her flower garden.

Katherine Yoder Joseph of East Palestine passed away, Sunday, October 25, 2020. She was born in Salem City Hospital on September 1, 1946, a daughter of the late Leonard Greiner Yoder and Dorothy Rivers Yoder. Katherine was a graduate of East Palestine High School. She graduated from Maryville College, Maryville, Tennessee with a BA degree in Chemistry in 1968. She earned a master’s degree in Library Science from The University of Kentucky and later did further graduate work, earning a Five-Year Specialist Certificate in Library Science from Kent State University. She worked as a librarian at The University of Alabama, at Chemical Abstracts in Columbus, Ohio and later worked as a chemical analyst. Katherine was a sweet person and enjoyed many volunteering endeavors. She served as a docent at the Salem Historical Society and Museum (Ohio) particularly with the Third Grade Program giving many tours. She also was a volunteer in the East Palestine Elementary School library and the library in the Salem Regional Medical Center. Katherine also was a volunteer driver for many years with the local FISH program that served people in the community who were unable to drive. Katherine was a faithful Christian and a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Columbiana, Ohio. She was blessed with a beautiful, classical voice and in 1968 was selected as a soloist in the performance of the “Messiah” at the University of Kentucky. She enjoyed singing in choirs and performing solos in church as long as she was able. Katherine was preceded in death by her grandparents, Enos Yoder and Rose Anna Greiner Yoder; Robert Ernest Rivers and Emma Kate Parker Rivers. She was married at her parents’ home in East Palestine in 1972 and is survived by her daughter, Beverly Joseph Horsley, whom she loved dearly. She is also survived by her son-in-law, Ronald Jewett Horsley III; her sister, Anne Yoder McDonald, brother-in-law, Henry McDonald III, and nephew, Henry Hampton McDonald IV. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, private family services were held at the Van Dyke-Swaney-Rettig Funeral Home, East Palestine, Ohio. She will be interred in the Glenwood City Cemetery in Georgia. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to her church, First Presbyterian Church, 28 East Park Ave., Columbiana, OH or The Salem Historical Society and Museum, 239 South Lundy Ave., Salem, OH. Family and friends may view this obituary and send condolences at www.familycareservices.com

Elizabeth (Betsey) Katherine Joyner, a resident of Hiram, Georgia passed away on November 16, 2017. Faced with stage four cancer since 2009 Betsey’s faith and love for the Lord grew and led her to become an inspiration to all with whom she came in contact. She was a great witness to the Lord and would often say, “Relax, God’s in charge.” In 2014 she met the founder of Little Pink Houses of Hope (a nonprofit organization that provides FREE week long vacations for breast cancer patients and their families). Betsey became one of their most active ambassadors. Betsey was a former counselor at Anneewakee Treatment Center and spent most of her career helping emotionally disturbed youth function within their environment & become productive & responsible citizens. She was one of the MC Doobahs. She is survived by her sister, Adeline (Addi) Joyner and niece Elizabeth Joyner.

JULIAN, PAULINE E. – age 103, went to be with the Lord, Thursday morning. She was a lifelong member of Corryton Baptist Church, where she was the church clerk and librarian for many years. She was active in the WMU of Knox County Baptist Association before her declining health. She attended Maryville College and was a graduate of the University of Tennessee, retired as a Knox County school teacher and worked as the Corryton Community librarian for the Knoxville-Knox County Library System. Mrs. Julian was also a member of the Knox County Home Demonstration Club and worked with her late husband on the Knox County School PTA, Knox County Community Council, and the Knoxville Christmas Parade Committee. She was preceded in death by her parents, James A. and Sallie Roberts Zachary; and her husband, Samuel Zachary “Zack” Julian. Mrs. Julian is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Patsy and Clarence Geldmeier of Pasadena, Texas; son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Betty Julian of Knoxville; son, Michael Julian of Corryton; seven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; caregiver, Inez Dyer; and faithful four-legged companion, Roxy. The family will receive friends Saturday, November 23rd, from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel in Fountain City. A graveside service will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at Little Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Dr. Damon Patterson and Chaplain Dave Roberts officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either: Dogwood Arts Bazillion Blooms, 602 Gay Street, Mezzanine Level, Knoxville, TN 37902, or Little Flat Creek Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 181, Corryton, TN 37721.

Jane Wilson Julian, 85, was gently lifted into the arms of the angels for her final journey home on June 25, 2007.

Carolyn Huber Justus, 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 18, 2016, in Nashville. A long time distinguished Knoxvillian, she had been living in Nashville for the last few years under the watchful eye of her son Billy. Born in 1922, she graduated from Knoxville High School and attended both Maryville College and the University of Tennessee. Carolyn was an active member of West Hills Baptist Church and had a very special interest in UT sports. She held her family as her greatest treasure, and they had always been her greatest joy. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Dorothy and Fred Huber; and by her loving husband of 50 years, Horace N. Justus, Jr. She is survived by her two wonderful sons, Billy Justus of Nashville and David Justus and wife Sally of Brenham, Texas; and two wonderful granddaughters, Dr. Carolyn Jane Justus and Stephanie Jo Justus. Following a private graveside service, receiving of friends was held at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel Wednesday, November 23, 2016. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to West Hills Baptist Church, 409 Winston Rd., Knoxville, TN 37909. Arrangements provided Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.

Nellie Melba Kabelka, nee Holder aged 97 died peacefully on December 30. 2022.  She was born in Ashville, NC on October 24, 1925 to Connie E. and Ola M. Holder and was the oldest of their four children.  The Holder family moved around frequently due to the difficult economic times, finally settling in Andrews, NC when Melba was a teenager.  She excelled in school and finished at the top of her high school class.  Andrews remained her sentimental home throughout her life, and she returned often.  Melba earned a degree in Biology from Maryville College in 1946.  She moved to Chicago and spent three magnificent years living with her well to do Aunt Emily and working as a lab technician at the Children’s Hospital.  In 1949 she enrolled in graduate school at Duke University and continued her work as a research assistant under Dr. James Schieve.  Melba followed Dr. Schieve to Columbus in 1952 to assist in his research in Kidney dialysis at the Ohio State University.  In 1954 she met the love of her life Kenneth Kabelka and they married in 1956.  Melba settled into her life as a homemaker and executives’ wife, but she remained very active in the community.  She volunteered through the years for many organizations including Buckeye Boys Ranch Service Board, The Columbus Museum of Art and the Columbus Symphony.  She also served dutifully at the polls every election for 30 years.  Melba earned her teaching certificate in 1975 and became a frequent substitute teacher in the Columbus and Upper Arlington schools.  She spent her retirement traveling Europe with Ken and doting on her grandchildren.  She was a lover of nature -especially birds, classical music, gardening, dogs, swimming, the Buckeyes and mostly her family.  Melba had a special passion for keeping in touch with old friends and acquaintances.  She never lost her southern charm and still considered herself a proud Tar Heel.   Longtime member of Clinton Heights Lutheran Church, The Columbus Maennerchor. The Athletic Club of Columbus and Scioto Country Club.  Preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Kenneth Kabelka, her parents and her brother Howard Holder.  She is survived by sister Doris Cole of Mt. Dora, FL and brother Joe Holder(Kathy) of Greensboro, NC, daughter Karen Hartle (Scott), son Franz Kabelka, grandchildren Anne Marie Cantrell (Connor), Laura Hartle, Franz Kabelka, Johannes Kabelka,  great grandchild Caroline Cantrell and many nieces and nephews.

took an early retirement from her position as Director of Residential Life at the University of Missouri – Kansas City at the end of 2007. She has since served as the Executive Director/CEO of two arts organizations – Kaw Valley Arts and Humanities and The Writers Place. Carol has now left working for pay and is volunteering as a grant writer for the Liberty Arts Foundation, Inc. She will be going to Greece for two months this summer to better learn the Greek language and work on her studio art work, as well as editing a book of poetry.

Carol (Veltman) Kariotis '74 retired early to pursue a meaningful retirement. She currently is the Public Arts Chair on the Liberty (MO) Arts Commission, curating exhibits (18 per year) in three public art galleries. She is also working on a professional storytelling certificate and recently won the MO Liar's Contest with her tall tale "On the Farm." Carol has a new granddaughter, Eleni Kariotis, two sons and a daughter-in-law living in Kansas City. She has taken a hiatus from professional storytelling while undergoing surgery and chemotherapy for cancer. The prognosis for complete remission/recovery is excellent. Carol and her husband Kostas celebrated their 40th anniversary in the hospital in June, but plan to celebrate well in summer 2017 in Greece where the entire family will travel to baptize Eleni. Carol and Kostas plan to split their time between the US and Greece when Kostas retires in 3 years.

Carol (Veltman) Kariotis and her husband of 43 years, Kostas Kariotis, now split their retirement time between Liberty, Mo., and Larissa, Greece (Kostas’ hometown). They have just completed a partial renovation of his boyhood house and are finally getting ready to enjoy some beach time during a heatwave in the 100s. They love going back and forth between Greek relatives and friends, and their sons and families in Kansas City, Mo.

Iris (Abbott) Karl, 81, passed away on July 30, 2018 at Brookdale Senior Care after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. She was born on March 12, 1937, in English Township, Jersey County, Illinois, to the late Gilbert H and Lena (Thomas) Abbott. Iris was a firm believer in education and excelled in school. She was a 1954 graduate of Jersey Community High School and went on to receive her bachelor’s degree, in three and a half years, from Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee. She went on to further her education at Southeast Missouri State University and Columbia University. She married Wayne Karl in 1965 in Atlanta, Georgia. Soon after their marriage, Wayne was transferred to Washington, D.C., where he began his career as an engineer with the FAA. Together they made their home in Fairfax County, Virginia, for many years, where Iris worked for the US Census Bureau. After Wayne’s retirement, he and Iris fulfilled one of their lifelong dreams and bought a tract of land at the intersection of Interstate 64 and Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway. On this ground, they built a “state of the art” Bed and Breakfast, rightfully named The Iris Inn, which is still in operation today. As Wayne’s health began to decline, they sold The Iris Inn and Iris’s focus shifted to caring for Wayne until his passing. After his death, Iris built a smaller inn, The Feathered Nest, which she operated until her own health no longer allowed her to do so. She is survived by a daughter, Miranda Karl of Maryland; a sister, Natalie (Abbott) Rickabaugh of Statesville, North Carolina; two brothers and sisters in-law, Edgar and Virginia Abbott of Alton, Illinois, and Gene and Patsy Abbott of Jerseyville, Illinois.

born in East Syracuse, NY, passed away on January 14, 2015 at The Oaks in Pleasant Gap. Raised in Fairmount, NY, he graduated from Solvay High School and briefly attended Oswego (NY) Teachers College before enlisting in the Army. While serving in Germany, he met Dorothy Softley from Nebraska, a teacher in the American Dependents Schools. They were married on December 26, 1953. Herb received a bachelor’s degree from Maryville (TN) College and a Master of Divinity degree from Princeton (NJ) Theological Seminary. He was ordained in 1958 and served as assistant pastor of the Morris Plains (NJ) Presbyterian Church followed by a pastorate at the Waynesboro (PA) Presbyterian Church from 1962 to 1970. After earning a master’s degree in regional planning from Penn State in 1972, Herb worked for Local Government Research Corp. Between 1973 and his retirement in 1988, he was on the staff of the Centre Regional Planning Commission, working mainly with Ferguson, Halfmoon, and Patton townships. He was a member of Huntington Presbytery and various planning associations, as well as being an active member of the State College Kiwanis Club for many years. Herb did much of the work to build the Overlook Heights house from which the Kauhls recently moved. He enjoyed gardening and woodworking. He was particularly adept at fixing things and creating gadgets to accomplish tasks more efficiently. In retirement, he and Dorothy travelled extensively with Elderhostels and wintered in Carefree, AZ. In the past six months, Herb tenaciously worked to recover from a series of operations. He was preceded in death last month by Dorothy, his wife of 61 years. He is survived by daughter Nancy Kauhl and husband David LeRoy, of Shermans Dale; daughter Kathy Kauhl and husband Mark Johansen, of Verona, NJ; a granddaughter, Kara Johansen; and his sister Mary Louise Kauhl, of East Syracuse, NY.

We are saddened to announce the death of Marvin Lawrence Michael Kay on Saturday, May 31st, 2014 at the age of 86. Michael was a resident of Kendal at Oberlin for the last 18 years of his life. Michael was an enormously courageous man, pancreatic cancer survivor, who fought the good fight throughout his life and never stopped believing in a brighter day. Michael was born in Brooklyn, New York on September 13th 1927. He was a graduate of Lafayette High School in Brooklyn where he excelled academically and played on the football team, frequently playing his high school games at the famed Ebbets Field. After graduating from high school in 1945 at the age of 17 Michael enlisted in the US Marine Corp during WWII. As Michael prepared with the Marines for ongoing war in the Pacific the atomic bomb was dropped on Japan ending the war. As a result, Michael completed his proud commitment to the Marine Corp at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Upon returning to civilian life Michael attended Maryville College in Tennessee receiving his BA in 1950. Michael then attended the University of Minnesota and received his Doctorate in American History there in 1959. Throughout his academic career Michael focused much of his research, writings and teaching in the area of African American History, specifically slavery during the Colonial period. While attending the University of Minnesota during the spring of 1952 Michael met his beloved wife Betty Ruth, their first date was at a Quaker Picnic at UM. They became engaged while visiting in New Orleans, Betty Ruth’s Hometown, on Thanksgiving Day 1952 and they were married in New Orleans on April 5, 1953. After returning to the University of Minnesota, Michael and Betty Ruth began their 43 year life together and began building their family. The first three of seven children were born as Michael and Betty Ruth attended UM, three more in San Jose, California and and their last child was adopted while living in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Michael’s work as an American History Professor took Betty Ruth and family across the United States and around the world. In chronological order Michael taught and did research at San Jose State University in California, The University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, Alfred University in New York State and Westchester State College in Pennsylvania before settling in Toledo, Ohio were Michael taught at the University of Toledo for over 25 years. Betty Ruth died on Christmas Day 1996 and Michael was her greatest supporter. Betty Ruth distinguished herself in countless ways, a few of her enormous contributions include being the co-founder of an educational children’s toy company in 1964 still thriving in Australia K and K Creative Toys, the driving force behind the creation of the Nathan Hale Community Center and After School Program in Toledo, Ohio, as well as the founder of Bittersweet Farms the foremost community for autistic adults in the United States which is located in NW Ohio. Betty Ruth was posthumously inducted for her Commitment to Community Service into the Ohio Women’s Hall of Fame in 1998. In addition to being a loving father and one of the foremost historians in his chosen field, Michael committed his life to the ongoing struggle for Peace and Social Justice. In recent years Michael was extremely active on behalf of the Democratic Party, The Farm Labor Organizing Committee, and The American Friends Service Committee, traveling on several occasions to Guatemala and Colombia with Witness for Peace and protested annually at the School for the Americas. Michael is survived by his loving children, listed by age; Mandy, Jonny, Danny and Ceri. Michael was also deeply loved by his eight grandchildren, Jeremiah, Lindsay, Marcus, Jonathan, Taylor, Danny, Evan and Willa. Michael will be greatly missed and will continue to inspire us all. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Michael Kay’s life on June 15 at 3:00 in the Kendal at Oberlin auditorium.

Reda is “retired” from travel consulting and enjoying her love of art. She is an active member of the Asheville Gallery of art cooperative in Asheville, NC. www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com. You can also see her art work at Miya Gallery, Weaverville, NC.

Reda continues to pursue her art painting mysterious landscapes using bold and muted color in oil, acrylic and mixed media on canvas and board. Her art work can be seen at www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com and miyagallery.com.

Robert Lee Kay, 89, born July 18, 1928 in Baltimore, Md., went to be with the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ August 6, 2017. He leaves behind the love of his life, his wife, Joyce; three children, Jennifer Kay Kidd (David), Jill Kay Boyle and Holly Kay Waters (Robert); step-children, Kimberly Weddington and Christopher Weddington (Marianne); grandchildren, Elizabeth Kidd Rachels (Scott), Nathaniel Kidd, Benjamin Kid, Colleen Boyle, Emily San Roman (Daniel), Heather Walters and Christina and Nicole Weddington. He graduated from the University of California at Los Angeles with a Masters degree in Hospital Administration; served as an Adjunct Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York for several years. He served his country during the Korean war on the aircraft carrier USS Wright in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans for thirty-eight months, plus three years in the active reserve. He served as president of hospitals in South Carolina, New York state and Virginia. On retirement, he worked for The Joint Commission of the Accreditation of Health Care Organizations for 17 years surveying hospitals across the country. A graveside service was held August 11, 2017 at Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Amelia, Virginia. Contributions in memory of Bob can be made to Grove Avenue Baptist Church and Good Samaritan Ministries.