Faculty
James Ferguson, of Palo Alto, February 12, at 65. He was the Susan S. and William H. Hindle Professor of Anthropology, emeritus, and former department chair who oversaw the merger of Stanford’s two anthropology departments in 2007. His research interests included political economy and economic development, and in 2009 he delivered the Lewis Henry Morgan Lecture, the most significant annual lecture in cultural anthropology. He wrote numerous books (including The Anti-Politics Machine), articles, chapters, and reviews. Survivors include his partner, Liisa Malkki, a professor of anthropology, emeritus, at Stanford.
Terence Arthur Ketter, of Menlo Park, November 1, at 74, of atypical Parkinson’s disease. He was an emeritus professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and founder of the Bipolar Disorders Clinic. He developed a statistical approach to determining the most effective treatments for bipolar disorder and later helped develop pharmaceuticals currently used to treat the disorder. Fascinated by art and madness, he studied associations between mental illness and creativity. He wrote over 450 scientific articles and book chapters and mentored future leaders in the field. Survivors: his wife, Nzeera.
Lee S. Shulman, of Palo Alto, December 30, at 86. He was an educational psychologist and professor emeritus at the Graduate School of Education who transformed education by emphasizing teacher knowledge and understanding. He developed the concept of pedagogical content knowledge, the idea that effective teaching is based on knowing both the subject matter and teaching methods. He served as president of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. He was predeceased by his wife, Judy. Survivors: his children, Allen, Dina, and Dan; five grandchildren; and great-granddaughter.
Peter Andrew Sturrock, of Palo Alto, August 12, at 100. He was an emeritus professor of applied physics who made profound contributions to the fields of astrophysics, plasma physics, and solar research. He researched topics ranging from the dynamics of the sun to the mysteries of neutrinos, helping advance scientists’ understanding of the universe. He founded the Society for Scientific Exploration to provide a forum for scientific research on unconventional topics. He was predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Marilyn. Survivors: his two children; three grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Barry Richard Tharp, of Davis, Calif., December 5, at 87. He was a neurologist with an interest in electroencephalography (EEG), epilepsy, and neurological disorders of newborn infants. At Stanford, he was a professor and the head of the Electrophysiology Laboratory. He was a department chair and head of child neurology at UC Davis Medical School. He was the president of the American Epilepsy Society. Survivors: his wife of 44 years, Nancy Stone, MA ’91; first wife, Irene McCarthy Tharp; children, Patricia, Dan, Lisa Hurst, and Alex Stone-Tharp; and four grandchildren.
1940s
Nancy Dina Scherf De Lara, ’46 (history), MA ’50 (education), of San Francisco and Capitola, Calif., November 13, at 100. She devoted her career to public education as a classroom teacher and a “home teacher” for students unable to attend classes. Interested in California and family history, she was a member of the Society of California Pioneers and Native Daughters of the Golden West. She was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Lane, MA ’47, EdD ’53. Survivors: her children, Ann Marie, Nannette, and Jim; three grandchildren; and great-grandson.
Mary Joyce, ’48 (English), of Belmont, Calif., February 24, at 97. With a master’s degree in dance education from NYU, she taught dance at Ohio University, UC Davis, UC Berkeley, the Oakland Recreation Department, and the Beresford Center in San Mateo. Her books, First Steps in Teaching Creative Dance and Dance Technique for Children, are considered gold standards for teachers. She earned numerous awards, including the President’s Medal for Physical Fitness, and traveled globally to lead dance conferences and dance camps. Survivors include her eight nieces and nephews.
Mary Jean “MJ” Morse Jawetz, ’49 (biological sciences), MA ’53 (pharmacology), of Mill Valley, Calif., February 5, at 97. She worked in San Francisco’s University of California Medical Center laboratory, doing pioneering work on the transplantation of human endocrine tissues. She was a devoted volunteer at the Friends of the Mill Valley Public Library and the Hodgepodge thrift store supporting By the Bay Health hospice care. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest, MD ’46. Survivors: her children, Katie, Anne, Steven, ’78, and Michael; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
1950s
David G. Spokely, ’50 (mechanical engineering), MS ’51 (engineering science), of Silver Spring, Md., January 17, at 96. He was a government quality control specialist who contributed to the Apollo 11 program. In the 1970s, he was a vital advocate for commuter rail expansion in the Maryland-DC corridor. He believed deeply in God. He was predeceased by his wife, Joan Valdes, and his children Susan and David. Survivors: his daughter Jeannie Williams; stepchildren, Deborah Hirsch, Alicia Williams, Erika Lucas, and Christopher Valdes; nine grandchildren; one step-grandson; and two great-grandchildren.
Ida Henietta Gans Braun, ’51 (biological sciences), MD ’55, of San Mateo, Calif., January 14, at 94. She was in the symphony orchestra. She was predeceased by her husband, Edgar. Survivors include her children, David, ’85, MS ’86, and Naomi; and sister, Henriette Parkman, ’53, MD ’56.
Raymond J. Dodson, ’51, MS ’52 (civil engineering), of Woodside, Calif., February 3, at 95. He served in the Army. He was an engineer with the Guy F. Atkinson Construction company for 33 years, retiring as a vice president and construction manager. He started a second career as an arbitrator and disputes review board member, participating in 80 arbitrations over 28 years, often as the sole arbitrator. He enjoyed golf, tennis, gardening, ballroom dancing, and cruises. Survivors: his wife of 73 years, Dona; son, David; and two grandchildren.
Nancy Ann Dall Milton, ’51 (English), of San Francisco, May 22, 2023, at 93. With a teaching credential from San Francisco State, she and her husband moved to China to teach English and American studies at the first foreign languages institute in Beijing. The experience inspired their book: The Wind Will Not Subside. She taught ESL classes in California and Oregon for more than 30 years. She was predeceased by her husband, David; and son Mark Lupher. Survivors: her son Grant Lupher; stepson, Tolly; grandchildren; great-grandson; and sister.
Melvin Wright, ’51 (electrical engineering), of Coupeville, Wash., February 20, at 97. He served in the Navy. He was a systems research engineer at Stanford’s Applied Electronics Laboratory and at SRI International. He enjoyed gardening, distance running, cycling, and “bagging” multiple mountain peaks over one weekend. With his wife, he volunteered at Whidbey Island’s Meerkerk Gardens and researched family genealogy. He was predeceased by his daughter Elizabeth. Survivors: his wife, Marilynn; daughter Lesley, MA ’85, PhD ’93; stepsons, David Gottlieb and Maury Gottlieb; two grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters.
William Kay Blount, ’52 (economics), MBA ’57, of Portland, Ore., January 5, at 94. He was a member of Phi Kappa Sigma. He served in the Navy. He was a stockbroker at Blyth & Co. for 60 years, retiring at 87 as a managing director of UBS Financial Services. He was an avid conservationist and loved vintage cars. He was predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Nancy (Jaggar, ’58). Survivors: his second wife, Janet (O’Hara, ’58); children, Susan McNiel, Brian, and Kevin, ’88, MS ’89; six grandchildren; and great-grandchild.
Ruth Benton Vories Harris, ’52 (education), of Roanoke, Va., December 22, at 97. She was a teacher and then an administrator with the Department of Education in Alaska, during which time she earned a master’s degree. Later she taught English in Japan and spent two years as a lay minister in an Appalachian outreach ministry. She was active in the Presbyterian church and in music groups, and she traveled extensively. Survivors: her children, Ruth Harris-Barnett and Marwood Larson-Harris; and five grandchildren.
William Orlo Hetts, ’53 (economics), JD ’57, of Burlingame, Calif., November 28, at 93, of cholangiocarcinoma. He was a member of Alpha Sigma Phi and the Stanford Daily staff. He served in the Army. He was a partner at Haskins and Sells (now Deloitte) and a leader in leased asset taxation. He worked at Private Wealth Partners (Marin County) and had a private tax practice (San Mateo). He predeceased his wife of 69 years, Joyce (Webster, ’54), by three days. Survivors: his children, Katharine and Steven; and two granddaughters.
Charles Norman Jiles, ’53 (electrical engineering), of Pauma Valley, Calif., December 9, at 93. He was on the track and field team. He served in the Navy. During his career as an engineer, he was instrumental in the development of RAM (random access memory). After working on the family orange ranch, he decided to pursue his true passion: being a full-time farmer. He was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Mary-Lee Jiles. Survivors: his children, Rhett, Everett, Eric, Joyce Thatcher, and Kathryn Custer; 14 grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and sister.
Carolyn Jean Humphrey Kincaid, ’53 (philosophy), of Carpinteria and Montecito, Calif., January 17, at 93. She and her husband spent four years in Bolivia under a Department of State program providing technical mentorship to developing countries. They later started a business in Puerto Rico analyzing lubricating oils. She loyally served the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. She was predeceased by her first husband, Robert Kincaid, ’50; and second husband, Edward Henderson, ’53, MD ’56. Survivors: her sons, William, MBA ’86, MS ’89, Peter, and Duncan; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister.
Vincent Frank Nola, ’53 (biological sciences), of Indian Wells, Calif., July 27, 2024, at 93. He was a member of Delta Tau Delta. An OB-GYN and pioneer in reproductive endocrinology, he delivered more than 6,000 babies (including many twins), performed the first laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries in Santa Clara County, and delivered the first in vitro fertilization baby at a private hospital in the county. Survivors: his wife of 48 years, Joyce; children, Andrea, Frank, Vincent, Rosemarie, Jeff, Jeva, and Julianna; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and brother.
Gayle Marvin Plummer, ’53 (economics), of San Diego, November 3, at 93. He was a member of Theta Delta Chi and the Stanford Chaparral staff. He served in the Navy and was assistant professor of naval science at UCLA, where he earned a master’s and a law degree. After practicing law in San Francisco, he taught law at Australia’s University of Queensland. He loved flying with his sons at Warrick Gliding Club. He was predeceased by his son Jason, ’92. Survivors: his wife, Jane Favela; son BJ; and three grandchildren.
Joyce Webster Hetts, ’54 (economics), of Burlingame, Calif., December 1, at 91, of Parkinson’s disease. She was a staffer for Congressman J. Arthur Younger and a financial analyst at Loomis Sayles. She later worked as a regional manager for the Carlisle clothing company. She was active in the Junior League and local PTA. Her husband of 69 years, Bill, ’53, JD ’57, predeceased her by three days. Survivors: her children, Katharine and Steven; two granddaughters; and siblings, Judith Webster Barton, ’52, and Steven Webster, ’61, MA ’65, PhD ’72.
Eugene Pierce Bartlett, ’55 (mechanical engineering), MS ’56 (aeronautics and astronautics), of Eugene, Ore., December 16, at 92. He served in the Air Force, contributing to advancements in supersonic flight testing. During his career in aerospace engineering, he specialized in heat shield technology, playing a pivotal role in NASA’s Apollo program, including the Apollo 11 moon landing. He later ran Springfield’s Kingsway Book Store. He was predeceased by his first wife, Barbara, and grandson. Survivors: his second wife, Sylvia; children, Kandi, David, and Thomas; 15 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchild.
Kimball Curtis Firestone, ’55 (psychology), MBA ’62, of Middletown, Md., June 3, 2024, at 90. He was a member of Alpha Delta Phi. He served in the Army. He owned Firestone’s Culinary Tavern, and helped lead the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. He was predeceased by his daughter Kimberley. Survivors: his children, Carey Firestone Romer, ’84, William, Leonard, and Christopher; stepsons, Borya Roslov and Alyosha Kachalov; 13 grandchildren, including Alison Romer, ’11, Samuel Romer, ’12, and John Romer, ’16; two great-granddaughters; two siblings; and former wife, Larisa Firestone Dittman.
Stuart Dodge Fox, ’55 (undeclared), of Pittsburgh, November 16, at 91. He was on the water polo and swimming teams. He served in the Air Force and reserves for 27 years. He spent his career in insurance sales, making his clients feel like family. He loved golf, his Plum Lake cottages in Wisconsin, Christmas and his epic ornament collection, his standard poodles (Madeline and Sophia), and his friends. He was predeceased by his first wife, Patricia. Survivors: his wife of 29 years, Nancy; stepchildren, Micaela Fitzsimmons and Eric; and sister.
John Lee Gregg II, ’55 (economics), of Newport Beach, Calif., September 6, at 90. He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Survivors include his wife, Sharon; children, John, ’82, and Dorothy; and grandchildren, including Kelly, ’15.
Mary Thayer Clark Howland, ’55 (undeclared), of Santa Barbara, Calif., July 25, 2024, at 91. She earned a master’s degree in English from UC Santa Barbara. She taught at Golden West Community College in Huntington Beach, and her courses ranged from basic writing composition to Shakespeare. In retirement, she realized a lifelong dream by taking a train from Beijing to St. Petersburg, Russia. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert. Survivors: her children, Stephen, Benjamin, Barbara, and Jonathan; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and two sisters.
Clare Ellen Van Sickle Nash, ’55 (history), of Cupertino, Calif., December 1, at 91. She worked in San Francisco for the Foster & Kleiser outdoor advertising agency, then became a stay-at-home mom, PTA president, and committed exerciser and environmentalist. Later, as a single mother, she worked as a secretary at Wright & Company Realtors in Burlingame and wrote ads at night. She was predeceased by her son Bill. Survivors: her husband of 41 years, John; children, Adam Reeve, Carrie Leinen, Kari Litwak, Holly, and Bob; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and sister.
Jack Hall Owens, ’55 (civil engineering), of Overland Park, Kan., January 18, at 91. With an MBA from Boston University, he worked as a civil engineer and eventually ran his own firm in Boston. He contributed to projects like the Big Dig, which redefined Boston’s infrastructure and remains a hallmark of modern engineering. An artist at heart, he loved watercolor painting. He was an avid golfer. Survivors: his wife, Marilyn (Marshek, ’56, MA ’57); children, Jennifer Bohner, Catherine Owens Howey, ’93, Stephen, and Michael; eight grandchildren; great-grandchild; and sister.
Rudolph Marshall Reich, ’55 (economics), MBA ’59, of Orinda, Calif., January 30, at 91. He was a second lieutenant in the Army. He worked with Proctor & Gamble and then in advertising for P&G; Foote, Cone & Belding; and Honig, Cooper, & Harrington. He later bought and operated California Optical Leather, which manufactured eyeglass cases, and grew it tenfold before selling it. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mary Ann (Barry, ’59). Survivors: his second wife, of 25 years, Laurie; children, Anne Knowles, Susan Dault, and Stephen; and five grandchildren.
Vince Ross, ’55 (economics), of Fallbrook, Calif., February 15, at 91. He was a member of Delta Kappa Epsilon. He founded the Valley Fort Real Estate company and helped develop the old railroad right of way in downtown Fallbrook, create the Pico Promenade, and secure property for an urban park. He helped found nonprofits and establish a 303-acre open space preserve. He was predeceased by his first wife, Joy, and son Mark. Survivors: his wife of 18 years, Cheryl; children, Patricia DaRos, Phillip, and Clint; four granddaughters; and six great-grandchildren.
Robert Reynold Waestman, ’55 (political science), of Long Beach, Calif., August 26, at 90. He was a member of Sigma Nu/Beta Chi. With a law degree from Loyola University and an MBA from USC, he practiced law in Long Beach for 61 years (primarily estate planning, probate, and business law). He helped found the St. Anthony High School Foundation and served St. Mary’s Medical Center Foundation for nearly 40 years. He was predeceased by his son, Rey. Survivors: his wife, Jan; daughter, Renae Waestman-Furlow; and two grandsons.
Mary Elizabeth Dann White, ’55 (humanities), of McLean, Va., March 20, 2024, at 90. She attended Yale Drama School. She channeled her boundless energy into raising children and later into her decorating business, Elizabeth Harvie Interiors. Her home interiors were elegant and exquisitely coordinated, and she had a keen eye for antiques and bright finishes that created an airy but formal style. She was an avid collector of haute couture, which she wore with flair. Survivors: her children, Ashley Harvie and Christopher Harvie; six grandchildren; and two brothers.
William Dailey Carter, ’56 (humanities), of San Francisco, January 1, at 90. He was a member of Alpha Delta Phi. He was a photographer, writer, and jazz musician whose work was featured in Life, the New York Times and Geographical magazine. His photographs were held in collections such as the J. Paul Getty Museum. An accomplished clarinetist, he toured with Turk Murphy’s Jazz Band. He published six books. Survivors: his wife, Ulla Morris Carter; and stepchildren, Maria Morris LaGow, Karin Morris, Julia Morris, Jeff Hamilton, and Jennifer Hamilton Roland.
Matthew Wesley Marx, ’56 (political science), of Carlsbad, Calif., October 19, at 89. He was a member of Sigma Nu/Beta Chi and the Stanford Daily staff. He served in the Marine Corps. He was an environmental writer, educator, and activist focused on the intersection between nature and humankind. He was a social ecology lecturer at UC Irvine, a member of the California attorney general’s environmental task force, and an advocate of a development-free upper Newport Bay. Survivors: his wife, Judith; children, Heather Marx-Zavattero, Chris, and Tyler; and grandchildren.
Mary Jane Havens Wilson Howell, ’57 (physical therapy), of Stockton, Calif., July 5, 2024, at 88, of cerebral atherosclerosis. She earned a master’s degree in physical therapy and worked at the Sultan School in Honolulu. Returning to the Bay Area in the mid-1960s, she worked at Kaiser Permanente in Hayward, Calif., often helping burn patients with their rehabilitation. She was predeceased by her first husband, Thomas Wilson, ’53, and her second husband, David Howell. Survivors: her children, James, Matthew, and Theresa Wilson; stepsons, Thomas and Scott Wilson; and two grandchildren.
Susan Elizabeth Grandin Taylor, ’57 (Italian), of Ross, Calif., August 14, at 89. She excelled in the culinary and interior design arts. She taught cooking for several years in her home-based professional kitchen, earning a reputation for sophisticated cuisine and epicurean dinner parties. She held leadership roles in many community and national organizations. She adored the ocean, skiing, gardening, opera, and bridge. Her daughter was her doubles partner in tennis for 17 years. Survivors: her husband of 69 years, Robert, ’53; children, Nancy, ’81, and Clark; and two grandchildren.
Robert Stewart Campbell, ’58 (mechanical engineering), of Leicester, N.C., January 2, at 88, of Parkinson’s disease. He was a member of Kappa Sigma. He served in the Navy. With an MBA from Harvard, he worked in international sales in England with Cummins Engine Company. He later worked for Pfaudler and for Henry Vogt. He and his wife were active churchgoers and supporters of nonprofits. He was predeceased by his son Chris. Survivors: his wife, Kathleen (Lewis, ’59); children, Karin, Kath, Vanessa, and Doug; six grandchildren; and two brothers.
Virginia Carroll Kerns Flaherty, ’59 (history), of Seattle, February 7, 2024, at 86, of cancer. She worked in interior design in San Francisco before moving with her husband to Corvallis, Ore. His sabbaticals took the family abroad and nurtured her love of travel and culture. She returned to school in her late 30s and obtained a master’s degree in linguistics. Later, she taught older students at Linn Benton Community College. She was an excellent golfer. Survivors: her husband, Frank; children, Stephanie Benadof and Griffith; three grandchildren; and two siblings.
Launce Edwin Gamble, ’59 (undeclared), of San Francisco, February 9, at 88, of pneumonia. He was a member of Phi Delta Theta and played soccer. He transferred to UC Davis to complete a farming economics program, then joined his brother in managing the family ranches in Napa County, which grew to include the Knoxville Mine. He later became an investor. He helped establish zoning in Napa County that prioritized farming over commercial development and that continues today. Survivors: his wife Joan; children, Launce, Mark, and Sydney; five grandchildren; and great-grandson.
Michael James Kazanjian, ’59 (undeclared), of Los Angeles, September 6, 2023, at 86. He served in the Navy before joining the family gem and fine jewelry business. He supplied what would become the world’s first radiant-cut diamonds and oversaw mining of American sapphires in Montana. He was an adventurous traveler, always searching for the rarest gems. He was predeceased by his wife, Virginia. Survivors: his children, Michelle Kazanjian Sommers and Douglas; three grandchildren; and brother.
1960s
Gerissa Ann Wilder French, ’60 (English), MA ’62 (education), of San Diego, February 15, at 86, of Parkinson’s disease. She taught high school English and creative writing in the Chicago area for many years. She loved literature, theater, art, and ideas, and she traveled annually to attend the Shakespeare festival in Oregon and to the Chicago Humanities festival. One of her greatest passions during retirement was working as her Stanford class secretary, interviewing former classmates about their lives. Survivors include her daughters, Kristen, Arianne, and Deanna Desiree, MA ’89.
Charles Harding III, ’60 (speech & drama), of Mystic, Conn., May 26, 2024, at 86, after a short illness. He served in the Army Reserves. He joined the creative department at BBDO and made TV commercials and print ads over a nearly 50-year career in New York and Boston. He volunteered his problem-solving skills to support educational efforts in Boston and locally for the Stonington Free Library and at Stone Ridge for their scholarship fund. He wrote two musicals. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Elizabeth, and brother.
Clark Dumont Neher, ’60, MA ’61 (political science), of DeKalb, Ill., January 3, at 86. He was a member of Theta Chi. He served in the Army and the Peace Corps. With a focus on Southeast Asia, he was a professor of political science at Northern Illinois University for 31 years. He chaired his department, wrote eight books, and earned two Fulbright US Scholars Program grants. His wife of 62 years, Arlene (Becker, ’61), died in December 2023. Survivors: his children, Greg, Erick, and Carol; five grandchildren; and sister.
Michael Lawrence Daves, ’61 (history), of Los Angeles, October 16, 2022, at 83, of kidney failure. He spent his career as an assistant director of feature films and movies for television. Having worked on over 70 productions in a career that necessitated excellent communication, he often quipped that he should have been born in the 19th century and was proud to have never owned or used a cellphone or computer. Survivors: his daughters, Michele and Jennifer, ’85, MA ’86; and four grandchildren, including Dylan Sherman, ’20.
Carol Anne Griswold Gammeter, ’61 (English), MA ’62 (education), of San Mateo, Calif., February 10, at 85, of renal failure. She taught elementary school in Arcadia, Calif., and fifth and sixth grade in the Bay Area. In San Mateo, she served as PTA president at Meadow Heights Elementary and Hillsdale High School. She led her daughters’ Camp Fire troops and was a devotee of an aerobic dance exercise class into her 70s. Survivors: her husband of 60 years, Warren; daughters, Laura Duncan and Christina Gattey; and four grandchildren.
Arlene Mary Becker Neher, ’61 (history), of DeKalb, Ill., December 16, 2023, at 84, of Parkinson’s disease and cardiac issues. She served in the Peace Corps and later earned a PhD in history at Northern Illinois University (NIU), specializing in U.S.-Thailand diplomatic relations. She was the director of external programs for NIU’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and founded the university’s Lifelong Learning Institute. Her husband of 62 years, Clark, ’60, MA ’61, died January 3, 2025. Survivors: her children, Greg, Erick, and Carol; and five grandchildren.
Gretchen Maureen Wiechman, ’61 (English), of Pasadena, Calif., April 29, 2024, at 85, of complications from lung disease. A technical writer in the aerospace industry, she worked for CF Braun, TRW, and Ralph M. Parsons. One of her assignments brought her to a joint defense space research facility in Australia. An active alumna in the Pasadena area, she was a founding member of the Stanford Professional Women’s Club, a group that continues today. She was known for her wit, intelligence, generosity, and Los Angeles County Fair prize-winning bread-and-butter pickles.
John Gilbert Chapman, ’62, MA ’64 (history), of Scottsdale, Ariz., January 12, at 84, of abdominal cancer. He was a member of Alpha Tau Omega and played baseball. He served in the Army. He worked for UNOCAL for 30 years, ultimately as the vice president of international supply and trading. He was a Scoutmaster and an elder/trustee at various Presbyterian churches. He enjoyed skiing, tennis, hiking, the theater, and the symphony. Survivors: his wife of 63 years, Jane (Thompson, ’62); children, Kurt and Elisabeth; two grandchildren; and sister.
William Benjamin Hawthorne Jr., ’62 (international relations), MD ’70, of Key West, Fla., January 10, at 84, of dementia. He was an early member of the Peace Corps, serving in Peru from 1962 to 1964. He was one of the founders of the American Society of Addiction Medicine. He spent many years in private practice treating alcoholism, first in Arlington, Mass., and later in Key West. Survivors: his sister, Helen Hawthorne Greenwood, ’60; and niece and nephew, Thomas Overton and Anne Merkert.
James Christian Hill, ’62 (chemical engineering), of Ames, Iowa, December 19, at 84, of cancer. He was a member of Tau Beta Pi. With a PhD from the University of Washington, he taught chemical engineering at Iowa State University from 1971 to 2017. He had visiting appointments at Nagoya University in Japan; the National Center for Scientific Research in Rouen, France; and the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colo. He enjoyed classical music. Survivors: his wife, Ruth (Holtz, ’62); sons, Christian and Gerald; four grandchildren; and sister.
Louise Michele Glenn Shockey, ’62 (international relations), MA ’65 (education), of Santa Rosa, Calif., December 14, at 83, of breast cancer. She taught high school French and mentored student teachers in the Palo Alto Unified School District and in Santa Rosa schools for over 40 years. She received the Palmes Académiques from France for her distinguished contribution to French education and culture. She was active in Stanford alumni clubs and taught piano. Survivors: her husband of 64 years, Patrick, ’60; children, Danielle, ’86, Michèle, ’83, and Thomas; and grandson.
Alan Arthur Cummings, ’63 (economics), of Los Altos Hills, December 19, at 82. He was a member of Theta Xi. He retired as staff emeritus after four decades of service to Stanford in many administrative capacities, including senior associate athletic director. He brought the 1984 Summer Olympics and Super Bowl XIX to Stanford Stadium, and funded and fostered excellence in women’s sports that continues today. Survivors: his wife of nearly 60 years, Judy (Garfield, ’63, MA ’64); son, Christopher, ’90; and three granddaughters, including Meredith, ’22, and Abigail, ’24.
Jane Kathryn Nugent, ’63 (biological sciences), of Montgomery Village, Md., January 10, 2023, at 81, of multiple sclerosis and congestive heart failure. She earned her MD from Columbia’s medical school. After a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology, she specialized in human growth hormone treatments and taught medicine. She always sought to improve, and worked until a near-fatal car collision accelerated her multiple sclerosis. She loved travel and quilting, but her grandchildren were her greatest source of joy. Survivors: her children, Jennifer Dixon, Julie Olsen, and Janine; five grandchildren; and two siblings.
Harriet Nancy Hailparn Soares, ’63 (anthropology), of Los Angeles, January 28, 2024, at 82, of Alzheimer’s disease. She participated in student drama productions. With her MSW from UC Berkeley, she enjoyed a long career as a geriatric social worker in private care management, psychotherapy, supervision, and education. She worked at the Council of Jewish Women, Jewish Family Services, and Senior Care Management. She loved traveling, had a remarkable ability to connect with people, and swore like a sailor. Survivors: her sons, Matthew and Zachary; four grandchildren; and twin sister.
Robert Yeo Stebbings, ’63 (history), of New York, January 5, at 82, of cardiac arrest. He was a member of Delta Kappa Epsilon. With a JD and an MBA from Columbia University, he became an international lawyer in New York City, specializing in securities, investment, project finance, and fraud. He donated significant time to nonprofit organizations and served as secretary of the Business Council for International Understanding. Fluent in Portuguese and passionate about Brazilian culture, he worked to strengthen United States-Brazil relations. Survivors: his son, Matias; and two grandchildren.
Richard Barton Kuhns, ’64 (history), LLB ’67, of Portland, Ore., November 7, at 82, after a long illness. He was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa. As an attorney at the East Bayshore Legal Aid Society in East Palo Alto, he pursued his interest in equal justice by representing clients harmed by systemic racism, poverty, and misogyny. An expert in evidence and constitutional criminal procedure, he was a law professor for four decades. Survivors: his wife, Mary Quigley; son, Peter; stepchildren, Skye McNeill and Ian Rick; and grandson.
Marion Allen Koerper Blumberg, ’65 (biological sciences), of San Francisco, December 18, at 81, of glioblastoma. She was in the choir. She was a pioneering figure in hemophilia treatment, retiring from UCSF after a 40-year career as a professor of pediatric hematology. She founded the UCSF Hemophilia Treatment Center and co-founded Camp Hemotion. Through the National Hemophilia Foundation and the World Federation of Hemophilia, she improved care for people with hemophilia around the world. Survivors: her husband of 51 years, Robert; sons, Marc and Andrew; two grandchildren; and sister.
Hubert Maria Lipinski, ’65 (physics), of Charlottesville, Va., January 1, at 79. With a PhD in theoretical physics from UC San Diego, he joined the Institute for the Future in Menlo Park and helped develop PLANET, the first teleconferencing system, which joined computers across the globe. He designed and co-founded what would become cc:Mail, one of the earliest email companies for local area networks. He founded Unified Gravity Corporation. Survivors: his wife of 56 years, Valerie; sons, David, Michael, ’00, Stephen, and Jeffrey; seven grandchildren; and four siblings.
William Richard Wells, ’65 (mechanical engineering), MS ’71 (industrial engineering), of Calabasas, Calif., March 21, 2023, at 80. He was a member of Chi Psi. After a successful career in urban planning and finance, he retired to enjoy his greatest love: sailing. As a member of the California Yacht Club in Marina del Rey, he led his sailing crew to numerous victories. He was also an avid golfer, cyclist, and skier. He attended Stanford Sierra Camp Week 3 for over 20 years. Survivors: his wife, Marjie; and daughter, Steph.
Vickii Marie Ortegren Ellis, ’67 (nursing), of San Mateo, Calif., January 17, at 80. Survivors: her husband, Jim; children, Terri and Kit; and brother.
Douglas Ross Campbell, ’68 (psychology), PhD ’81 (education), of Waikanae, New Zealand, November 25, at 78, of frontotemporal lobe dementia. He served in the Peace Corps in the Philippines. He spent 32 years in the College of Education at Michigan State University, serving on faculty committees responsible for many recognizable programs that helped the college earn its top rank. He devoted his time to communities like the Lansing Area Folksong Society, Ten Pound Fiddle events, and All Saints Episcopal Church. Survivors: his wife, Carolyn; son, Christopher; and brother.
Jackson Howe Clark, ’69 (undeclared), of Lawrence, Kan., April 11, 2024, at 76. He left Stanford after one year to pursue other adventures: fishing for halibut in Alaska, repairing sewing machines, sailing from Hawaii to the Bay Area, volunteering for VISTA in Delaware, and working in a prison library in El Reno, Okla. He later earned a degree in architectural engineering from the University of Kansas and worked for Gould Evans Architects. Survivors: his wife of 35 years, Brigid Murphy; children, Aubin Murphy and Adam; and two grandchildren.
1970s
Dan Edward Caldwell, ’70 (history), MA ’78, PhD ’78 (political science), of Pacific Palisades, Calif., January 8, at 76, of cancer. He was a member of Phi Kappa Sigma. He served in the Navy and taught national security affairs at the Naval Postgraduate School. For 43 years, he was a professor at Pepperdine University, where he established programs for returning veterans. During the Cold War, he promoted cross-cultural understanding by leading international trips. Survivors: his wife of 54 years, Lora (Ferguson, ’70); children, Beth, Ellen, and John; and two grandchildren.
Alexander T. “Zan” Henson, ’70 (psychology), JD ’72, of Carmel Valley, Calif., December 1, at 76, of heart failure. He was a member of Theta Xi and the Environmental Law Society. As California’s deputy attorney general, he battled forestry violations, protected the state’s natural beauty, and successfully represented California before the U.S. Supreme Court. His work set legal precedents that still shape the state. He was predeceased by a granddaughter. Survivors: his daughters, Charlotte Henson Tolonen, Katharine Hobson, and Erica Henson Reasoner; six grandchildren; and two siblings.
Leslie Bonita Hill, ’70 (communication), of Winston- Salem, N.C., March 8, 2024, at 76. While a student at Stanford, she advocated for an undergraduate film production course. With an MFA in motion picture and television production from UCLA, she was the first woman chosen for the camera assistant training program sponsored by the Association of Motion Picture & Television Producers. After 20 years as a camerawoman, writer, and director, she taught at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Survivors: her children, Josephine and Evan; and two siblings.
Charles Moore, ’70 (political science), of Corona, Calif., February 21, at 76, of heart failure. He turned down scholarship offers elsewhere to play basketball at Stanford, where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta and also played baseball. After graduation, he worked as an executive with the National Basketball Association, where he developed NBA All-Star game programs. He will be remembered for his kind disposition, big laugh, immaculate jump shot, and pursuit of excellence. Survivors: his wife, Eneida; daughter, Rebecca; stepsons, Daniel, Joshua, and Jonathan; and two sisters.
Cheryl Eileen Arnold Weaver, ’71 (classics), MA ’72 (education), of Palo Alto, September 11, at 75, of uterine cancer. She worked as an editor for a textbook company and Annual Reviews before becoming a stay-at-home mother and devoting time to Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and the Ohlone Elementary School PTA. She enjoyed genealogy research, planning trips, and attending the Wesley United Methodist Church. Survivors: her husband of over 50 years, James, ’71, MS ’72, MS ’74, PhD ’08; children, David and Sarah, ’05, MA ’06; and five grandchildren.
Alva Tabor III, ’73 (general engineering), of Atlanta, July 24, 2022, at 70, of Alzheimer’s disease. A mechanical engineer for 33 years, he worked in architectural and engineering corporations that included Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. He earned honors for the design of the Pac Bell building. He retired from Eaton Engineering as a senior design engineer. Devoted to family and community, he coached his children’s sports, taught Sunday school, and was active in his church. Survivors: his wife of 43 years, Julie; and children, Jolen Findley, Addis Lewis, and William.
Connor C. (formerly Cathleen) Chase, ’76 (English), of Atlanta, September 24, at 69, of interstitial pulmonary fibrosis. He was in the marching band and played basketball and field hockey. He was a nationally ranked powerlifter, gym owner, farmer, musician, equestrian, and teacher before earning a medical degree from the University of Kentucky. He taught and practiced family medicine in Texas until 2023. A lieutenant colonel in the Texas State Guard, he participated in rescue operations during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Survivors: his wife, Constance; stepdaughter, Alison Hopkins; and grandson.
1980s
Marc Andrew Fajer, ’82 (history), JD ’85, of Miami, December 21, at 63, of diabetes and kidney failure. He participated in student drama productions. He was a professor of law at the University of Miami. After revealing his homosexuality in the law school’s student newspaper, he became a support for LGBTQ students and faculty. The university honored him with the Outstanding Teaching Award in 2005, and a scholarship in his name supports students involved in LGBTQ advocacy. Survivors include his mother, Ruby; and siblings, Susan Albright and Eric, ’85.
Stephen Morgan Judson, ’82 (human biology), of Oakland, January 28, at 64. He was a member of Kappa Sigma and played soccer. With his JD from the University of San Francisco’s law school, he was a civil litigator at Fitzgerald, Abbott & Beardsley for over 26 years and at Ramsey Law Group for 12 years. He was an Alameda County deputy district attorney, a judge pro tem in the Alameda Superior Courts, and an active community servant. Survivors: his wife of 41 years, Doreen; father, Stewart; and three siblings.
Helmut Werner Gieben, ’84 (biological sciences), of Bend, Ore., November 5, at 62. He earned a master’s degree from Yale, then became an officer at the California Coastal Commission. He also worked in software design and property management. He enjoyed cross-country skiing in the winter and floating down the Deschutes River the rest of the year. He was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother. Survivors: his wife, Christine; son, Karli; and sister, Monica Cross.
Dylan Samuel Francis Johnson, ’88 (international relations), of Wynnewood, Pa., in December, at 58, of a heart attack. He was in the marching band. He earned a master’s degree in film production from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts. He was a talented writer, film editor, and photographer. A Francophile, he enjoyed planning family trips to France. His humor and wit made life better. Survivors: his wife, Patti Williams, ’89; children, Evie, ’20, and Calder; mother, Janet Cuthbertson Whitchurch, ’65, MA ’67; stepfather, Randy Whitchurch, ’75; and two siblings.
Gregory Davis Kennedy, ’88 (English), JD ’92, of New York, January 18, at 58, of cardiac arrest. He was a member of Sigma Chi, the crew team, and the staff of the Law Review. He practiced law, then worked as a senior investment banker advising banks and financial institutions. He founded Advection Growth Capital. He was a philanthropist. Survivors: his wife of 30 years, Victoria; sons, Reese, ’22, MA ’23, and Finn; parents, Mary (Davis, ’62) and Anthony, ’58; and siblings, Kristin Kennedy Clark, ’90, and Justin, ’86.
1990s
Mala Nani Htun, ’91 (international relations), of Albuquerque, N.M., January 24, at 55, of cancer. She was in the ski club. She was a top scholar of gender and representation, co-chairing the Presidential Task Force on Women’s Advancement. She earned a PhD in political science from Harvard, was a political science professor at the University of New Mexico, wrote three books, and was elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Survivors: her husband, Doug Turner; children, Alexander, Livia, and Elinor Turner; and parents, Helen Muller and Ko.
Felix Yi-Chung Feng, ’98 (biological sciences), of Hillsborough, Calif., December 10, at 48, of cancer. He was a professor at UCSF, where he transformed the prostate cancer program and translational research while mentoring scientists working to find cures for cancer. He chaired the genitourinary cancer committee of NRG Oncology, a national clinical trials group, and built a global network of researchers all working to end deaths from cancer. He founded two cancer treatment companies. Survivors: his wife, Mary (Lin, ’97); children, Eric, ’28, and Emily; parents; and sister.
2000s
Marie Christine Gonella, ’01 (biological sciences), of San Francisco, December 12, at 45. After medical school at UCLA and a fellowship at Stanford, she became a neurologist at Kaiser Permanente Hospital. She cared deeply for her patients and worked diligently to improve the quality of their lives. She loved to play basketball, enjoyed pickup games, and coached her children’s teams. A respected doctor, she remained a kid at heart. Survivors: her husband of 19 years, Peter Lee; children, Nora and Nathan; parents, Mary Magee and Robert; and brother.
Josephine C. King McNary, ’01 (human biology), MA ’01 (psychology), of Santa Monica, Calif., July 24, 2024, at 44, from major depressive disorder. She was a member of Chi Omega. With an MD from Tulane, she was attending staff at UCLA’s department of psychiatry for over 15 years. She founded CalPsychiatry, connecting California’s mental health community. Survivors: her husband of 18 years, Rob, ’01, MS ’01; children, Laura, Victoria, and Robbie; parents, Laura (Castner, ’71) and Don King, ’71; and two siblings, including Angela King Fleischman, MD ’05, PhD ’05.
Business
Robert J. Henderson, MBA ’57, of Los Altos, November 30, at 94, of vascular disease. He devoted most of his career to working as a stockbroker at Paine Webber. He loved spending time with his children. He coached in and was president of Cupertino Pacific Coast Little League teams. He belonged to the Palo Alto Hills and Saratoga Country Clubs. He was predeceased by his wife, Philippa, ’57. Survivors: his wife of 20 years, Marilyn; children, Katherine Henderson Sesnon, Robert, Charles, Mary, and Phillip; 10 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
John Willis Ladd Jr., MBA ’65, of San Francisco, January 10, at 84. He served in the Army. He worked with Time-Life International Recordings and Time magazine in New York City, which took him to Tokyo to manage the company’s circulation office for Asia. In the Bay Area, he worked with Saturday Review magazine and founded Ladd Associates, a software and consulting firm whose clients included magazine publishers and financial planners. Survivors: his wife of 36 years, Adrienne; children, Alexandra, Jessica, and Joseph; two grandchildren; and former wife, Louise.
Melville Dwight Connet III, MBA ’85, of Atherton and Pescadero, Calif., November 18, at 72. After working as a CFO for technology start-ups, he joined the executive search industry. He was vice president and partner with Korn/Ferry International, partner-in-charge of the Software Industry Group, and member of the board of directors of Heidrick & Struggles. He founded Connet & Company, leading high-impact, officer-level executive searches. He pursued a skydiving license later in life. Survivors: his wife of 50 years, Margaret; children, Jonathan and Jennifer; two grandchildren; and three siblings.
Education
David Francis Lohman, PhD ’79, of Iowa City, Iowa, March 5, at 74. He was an educational psychology faculty member at the University of Iowa. In the mid-1990s, he chaired the division of psychological and quantitative foundations in the College of Education, and received numerous awards, including a Fulbright Fellowship and the Iowa Regents Award. In 1998, he was asked to co-author the Cognitive Abilities Test, a K–12 assessment. Survivors: his wife of 51 years, Sherry; daughters, Beth Pruessner, Michelle Provorse, and Nina; seven grandchildren; and three siblings.
Engineering
Simon Lamar, PhD ’62 (applied mechanics), of Caracas, Venezuela, December 14, at 96. He taught structural engineering at Central University of Venezuela and at Simón Bolívar University, where he was also the dean of graduate studies. He was a member of the Venezuelan National Academy of Engineering. Survivors: his wife, Beatriz; sons, Simon and Ignacio; and grandson.
Imsong Lee, PhD ’63 (electrical engineering), of Atherton and Los Altos, Calif., December 31, at 93. He worked in the electronics, computer, and semiconductor fields. He worked at GE Research Lab and taught at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, UMass Amherst, and UC Berkeley. He founded Digital Electronics and was the first president of Tristar Semiconductor (later Samsung Semiconductor). He published a book of poetry. He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Hyun Choong; and daughter Margaret Weimar. Survivors: his children Donna Lee, Elizabeth Kim, and David; and six grandchildren.
Redmon Paul Craig Jr., MS ’64 (mechanical engineering), of Chandler, Ariz., February 20, at 86. He led multiple initiatives at Garrett Corporation in Arizona and California and served in senior management positions for Honeywell. He was president and CEO of Capstone Turbine, developer of a revolutionary microturbine generator. In 1998, he co-founded Pentadyne Power Corporation. His adventurous spirit took him around the world. He was predeceased by his wife Barbara. Survivors: his wife Florence Reichert; children, Sabrina, Flint, Laura Collins, and Linda Garrow; eight grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and sister.
James Fearing Dinwiddie, MS ’66 (industrial engineering), PhD ’73 (interdisciplinary), of Moneta, Va., June 19, 2023, at 98. He was a decorated Air Force colonel. A test pilot and nuclear weapons expert, he worked for the Defense Intelligence Agency and the Department of Defense. He later designed natural gas drilling techniques, as well as Amtrak’s signaling system. He was an influential professor at George Washington University. He was predeceased by his wife of 71 years, Jacque. Survivors: his children, James, Heather, Hollister, and Leesa; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Jim Kazuhiro Omura, PhD ’66 (electrical engineering), of San Francisco, August 29, at 83, of lymphoma. He was an electrical engineering professor at UCLA in the field of information theory. He declined an invitation to join NASA’s astronaut training program, prioritizing his research. He started Cylink, a cryptographic security company, and was a technology strategist at the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. At 65, he summited Mount Kilimanjaro. Survivors: his wife of 36 years, Susan Muroshige; children, Dawn Omura de Galperin, ’97, and Daniel; four grandchildren; and three siblings.
Juan Soto, MS ’66 (electrical engineering), of Madrid, April 11, at 85. He was the general manager of Hewlett-Packard in Spain, serving as president and CEO from 1971 to 2002 and helping it surpass IBM to lead the country’s technology sector. He later joined the Ministry of Science and Technology as president of the commission for the development of the information society in Spain. He was an adviser on the boards of directors of various companies. He gave many young people in Spain, particularly those with humble backgrounds, opportunities to advance.
Lee F. Donaghey, MS ’67, PhD ’69 (materials science and engineering), of Kensington, Calif., November 5, at 85. He worked at UC Berkeley, San Jose State, and Chevron, but his passions were languages, music, and the outdoors. A rock climber and lifetime member of the Sierra Club, he contributed to the first summiting of Talung Peak. He sang bass in a choir and played violin in a symphony orchestra. Survivors: his former wife, Judith Thomas (Oglesby, ’65, MA ’66); children, Thomas and Lynne; three grandchildren; and two brothers.
Sophocles Alexander Vitakis, MS ’71 (electrical engineering), of Fremont, Calif., January 19, at 91. He was an electrical engineer and leader at companies like Hewlett-Packard, Fairchild, and Siliconix. In retirement, he purchased a wine and spirits store in the Rancho Shopping Center. He later moved the shop to Main Street in Los Altos, expanding it significantly. He loved traveling and often stopped in his native Greece. He was predeceased by his ex-wife, Mary Blythe Vitakis-Danehower, ’62. Survivors: his wife, Betty Chan; children, Alexander, Sophia, and Maria; and five grandchildren.
Humanities and Sciences
Richard Andrew Boolootian, PhD ’57 (biological sciences), of Santa Cruz, Calif., September 8, at 96. He served in the Army Air Corps. As an associate professor of zoology at UCLA, he wrote and edited more than 20 textbooks and was on the cover of Science magazine. He founded Science Software Systems, and, for 30 years, taught at the Mirman School for Gifted Children. He was predeceased by his first wife, Georgia, and son Alan. Survivors: his sons Mark and Craig; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and former wife, Mary Jo Blue.
Virginia Anne Bush Derr, MA ’59 (history), of Rockport, Mass., November 25, at 92, of heart failure. She earned a master of divinity from Union Theological Seminary and was ordained in the United Church of Christ. She was the pastor of Pilgrim United Church of Christ in New Bedford, Mass., for seven years. Guided by her belief in inclusivity and human rights, she provided spiritual direction at numerous churches, led grief groups, and volunteered as a hospital chaplain. Survivors: her children, Laura, Molly, and Peter; six grandchildren; and great-granddaughter.
Edward Morton “Mort” Grosser, PhD ’61 (history), of Menlo Park, December 26, at 93. At Stanford, he studied the history of science and astrophysics, and was a Stegner Fellow. He and his first wife contributed to the Gossamer Albatross project, which achieved human-powered flight across the English Channel in 1979. He held numerous patents and contributed to advancements in lightweight composite materials and human nerve regeneration. He was predeceased by his first wife, Janet. Survivors: his wife, Sharona Wolff; son, Adam, ’82, MS ’83, MBA ’90; and two granddaughters.
Darlene Joyce Thomas Vuicich, MA ’61 (Chinese), of Walnut Creek, Calif., November 15, at 89, of dementia. With a passion for Chinese language and culture, she studied in Taiwan and taught Chinese at high schools in San Francisco and Alhambra, Calif. Respected by her students, she improved her own language skills by returning regularly to Taiwan and China. Active in the Chinese Language Teachers’ Association, she helped develop curriculum and instructional materials for student teachers. Survivors: her husband, Sava; children, Kevin and Kara; three grandchildren; and two sisters.
Bangalore S. Vasu, PhD ’65 (biological sciences), of Carlsbad, Calif., January 2, at 95, after a short illness. He came from India to Stanford on a Fulbright scholarship. He was hired by UNESCO as a senior lecturer in zoology at the new University of Zambia. After returning to the States, he taught at Ohio State and Chico State before settling at Menlo College. He taught biological sciences and human physiology, and developed the college’s biotechnology department before retiring in 1994. Survivors include his wife, Sukunda; and son, Sanjay.
Marshall David Hastings, PhD ’74 (French), of Longmeadow, Mass., October 11, at 88, after a fall. He served in the Navy as a lieutenant junior grade. He taught French and humanities at Suffolk University in Boston for 33 years. He loved gardening and serving in many offices of several United Methodist congregations over the years. Survivors: his wife of 56 years, Leslie (Cool, ’67, MA ’68); daughter, Lisa Rosenman; two granddaughters; and sister.
Michael John Clancy, Gr. ’80 (computer science), of Oakland, December 26, at 74, of Parkinson’s disease. For more than 30 years, he was a professor of electrical engineering and computer sciences at UC Berkeley. He was a scholar of pedagogy for novice programmers, an early innovator in online learning environments for programming instruction, and active in the design of self-paced courses. Among numerous distinctions, he earned the ACM SIGSCE Award for Outstanding Contributions to Computer Science Education in 2009. Survivors: his wife, Caryn Dombroski; stepson, David; and granddaughter.
Law
R. Thomas “Tom” Lockie, JD ’57, of Los Angeles, October 23, at 93, of leukemia. He was a member of Delta Kappa Epsilon. He practiced law before joining his father in the music business, first at Rico Reeds, then Miraphone Corp., a brass instrument supplier. A lover of opera and classical music, he was the catalyst for founding the Los Angeles Opera Company. He was predeceased by his son JohnHenry. Survivors: his wife of 67 years, Ann; children, Martha, Howard, Thomas, and Lynn; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and sister.
Ralph Frederick “Fred” Caspersen, JD ’71, of San Francisco, January 19, at 82. He served in the Navy. He spent over 40 years at Farella Braun + Martel, specializing in estate planning and serving clients in Northern California’s wine country with care. He served on the boards of the Napa Valley Symphony and Napa Valley College, reflecting his passion for the arts and education. He climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and lived in Paris and Hong Kong, which deepened his appreciation for diverse cultures. Survivors include his eight nieces and nephews.
Randall Lawson Dunn, JD ’75, of Portland, Ore., June 7, 2023, at 73, of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. He played clarinet in the Stanford orchestra and was on the Law Review. He was a partner with Copeland, Landye, Bennett and Wolfe in Portland, specializing in securities and bankruptcy law. He was also a federal bankruptcy judge, then joined the American Bankruptcy Institute’s Commission on Consumer Bankruptcy. He played with the Portland Opera Orchestra for 25 seasons. Survivors: his wife of 47 years, Laurie (Loomis, ’76); and children, Cadence Lumus and Andrew.
Medicine
Max Erwin Bertholf, MD ’54, of Daleville, Va., January 5, at 98. He directed the men’s chorus at the Medical School. He practiced family medicine for 79 years in the Roanoke area. In Daleville, he volunteered as choir director at Cloverdale Church of the Brethren for 70 years. Never content to be average, he became a skilled golfer and accomplished sailor. He was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Nancy. Survivors: his wife, Joan; children, Susan LaRose, Carol Guessford, Roger, and Kevin; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
