Alumni News - Point Loma Nazarene University
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Alumni News - Point Loma Nazarene University
ALUMNEWS A slam-dunked Dale Bailey stirs up school spirit in 1963. Tosh and his wife of almost 20 years, along with their son, Riku, are settling into their new home in Sapporo. Ron (91) and Amy (Calvert) (92) Dick Moore (56) is a blogger and posts stories from his Pasadena College days. Brian Netzel (80) lives and works in San Jose, Calif., as a public school teacher. He recently received his M.Div. from Western Seminary in San Jose. Romero live in Camp Verde, Ariz., with their daughters, Sierra, 6, and Malia, 4. Ron is the counselor for the Native American students at Camp Verde High School. Amy is community liaison for the school district. She co-founded Southwestern Institute for Education of Native Americans (SIENA) in 2001. Becky (Hertel) (82) Hames Rev. Marvin (62) and Bjorg Bressler have entered into retirement and are now making their home in Eugene, Ore. Gail (Griffith) Behrns (80) and her husband, Wade, are in the process of relocating their bookshop, Shakespeare and Company, to a new location. They have been in business for three years and will own their new location. Wade is also a middle school math teacher. They have three sons: Riley, 16, Seth, 10, and Davis, 9. 34 received her master’s in counseling on May 24, 2008, from the Univ. of San Diego. She is currently employed as program manager for UC San Diego’s COSMOS math and science enrichment program for high school students. John Cummins (90) is an art instructor at the Art Center Design College in Tucson, Ariz., teaching Animation and Computers. Toshiyuki Sakabe (90) is an associate professor at Hokkaido Univ. in Sapporo, Japan. He is teaching sophomore English and has the privilege of sending students to a school in Portland, Ore., to study English intensively and experience American culture. William Kirkemo (B.A. 91; industry in South Africa. Juliette is a stay-at-home mom and home schools their four children. Amanda (Lee) (95) Huckstep recently moved back to Colorado Springs with her husband, John, and children, Jenna, 7, and Mason, 4. They hope to make Colorado Springs their home for many years to come. Kimberly (Springston) (95) Sowvlen is a teacher at San Miguel Elementary in the Lemon Grove School District. She received the 2008-09 District Employee of the Year award. M.A. 93) received his D.Min. in preaching and leadership from Asbury Theological Seminary in June 2008. Kristin (Hetland) (95) Fintel received a culinary arts diploma from Western Culinary Institute in 1998. Kristin has since realized her dream of owning and operating a new Chehalem Ridge Bed & Breakfast located in Willamette Valley near Newburg, Ore. Kristin also provides gourmet and allergy-free foods for her guests. John Paul (95) and Juliette (Dimmette) (93) Harris-Webster have moved back to South Africa after pastoring in New Zealand and America. John Paul is assisting in the family business, primarily involved with the steel Ed Garrett (98) traveled to Egypt this summer to coach the Muslim elite volleyball athletes and coaches. It was a mission trip with So. Cal. Fellowship of Christian Athletes. The goal of this trip was not only to coach volleyball, but to teach the children and teens about vision, endurance, teamwork, and effort. Brent Card (00) owns and manages a real estate development company with his wife, Sarah. They live in Montana and attend Whitefish Church of the Nazarene. They have three boys: Caleb, 10, Kellen, 4, and Henry, 2. BABY SEA LIONS BIRTHS Geordan Hammond (00) completed a Ph.D. in church history and theology at the Univ. of Manchester. He serves as administrator of the Manchester Wesley Research Centre and adjunct lecturer at Nazarene Theological College. MAR R IAGES George Torres and Rebekah Bryan Clint Herman (98) and Jennifer Long (02) married April 27, 2008. Pridmore (08) 9, 2005. Clint is a computer programmer, and Jennifer is a 2nd grade teacher. They bought a new home in January. The couple resides in Aliso Viejo, Calif., where Rebekah is a nurse practitioner in a neurology clinic, and George works for Quest Software. I N M E(pref. M O99) R Imarried A M April Callahan Justin Holmes and Jenni Sapp Jennine (Powell) (01) Estes is, (04) married Nov. 12, 2005, at after 11 years of education and training, now living her dream helping couples build strong relationships and resolve conflicts. In her private practice in Mission Valley of San Diego, she works with couples and individuals. She is a marriage and family therapist registered intern and will be sitting for her licensing exam this year. Powell Gardens in Kingsville, Mo. Andrew MacKay and Alisha Bassett (07) married June Brian Bennett and Evelyn Wooton (04) married May 17, 2008, in Reno, Nev. They returned from their honeymoon in St. Lucia and will be making their home in Reno. Lisa McBeth (08) PLNU campus at McCollough Park. The couple will reside in San Diego. Andrew Silberberg (07) and Cheri Hunter (06) married June 14, 2008. Bob Sutton: Passing on History and Clay Chaffee married December Parks Service and then was superintendent of Manassas National Battlefield Park, a historically significant site of the American Civil War (also known as Bull Run). Even while working in his new position, Bob is coordinating planning efforts to commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Civil War in as many as 100 national parks and monuments. 29, 2007. Drew Davis (03) and Jordyn Engel (03) married Aug. 5, 2007, in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif. They currently reside in Encinitas, Calif. Dominic Mike Belk (07) wants to keep up the Baja 1000 representation and would like to report his 2007 Baja 1000 participation. He had a win in Class 5 (unlimited Baja Bug) and was 21st overall out of 424 entries. His team finished the 1300 mile course in 30 hours and 35 minutes. The team drivers included friends Dave Bonner and Jim Anderson and his father, Drew Belk (pref. 76). (08) married June 7, 2008, on the 30, 2007. Jon (04) and Katie (Dennis) (05) Manning recently completed their master’s degrees. Jon earned an M.A. in theological studies from Nazarene Theological Seminary, and Katie earned an M.A. in English from the Univ. of Missouri, Kansas City. They have returned to PLNU to teach for the 2008-09 school year. and Crystal Richardson Reisig (02) and Rebecca Vian married Sept. 29, 2007. Brennan Ault and Jennifer Eatmon (05) married Nov. 24, 2007, in Costa Mesa, Calif. The couple now lives in Oceanside, Calif. Matthew Palmer (05) and Kaitlynn Curran (06) married Nov. 24, 2007, in Orange County, Calif. Dr. Bob Sutton (68) is serving as the chief historian of the National Park Service, one of the most prestigious historian positions in the federal government. As a child, Bob listened in fascination to his grandparents tell stories of their journey west on the Oregon Trail. In junior high, he devoured every book he could find on westward expansion. After graduate school, Bob became a historian for the Oregon Bob says that his role as chief historian of the National Park Service is “to present accurate and compelling stories of the parks so that people will be attracted to them.” He is most proud of the park service’s recent efforts to create historical programs that tie directly into school curriculum. “This is the most important thing we could do, to bring every child through as part of their educational experience. This way the next generation will be passionate about our history.” 35 ALUMNEWS 2 1 4 3 10 5 6 7 13 11 8 14 12 15 9 18 17 19 20 21 22 23 16 BABY SEA LIONS 1 Eileen Rebecca: adopted by BIRTHS 24 Taylor Seager: born to Steve (91) and Nicole (Freeman) (90) Harris March 21, 2007. 3 Mark (81) and Elizabeth (Mowry) (pref. 81) Potter. Siblings: M A R R(Kat), I A G14, E Sand Megan, Katherine 11. Mark is a general surgeon N M Epractice. M O R Elizabeth I A M is inI private a part-time minister of spiritual formation at Living Vine Nazarene in Napa. Leonardo Alan Campos Santana: born October 30, 2006, to Russell (92) and Karina Richards. Siblings: Larissa and Lua Vitória Malia Kai: born to Jeff and Marsha (Semone) (01) Moreno October 2, 2006. Marsha earned a master’s in nursing from UCLA in 2005. Marcus: born Nov. 6, 2006, and adopted by Dan (90) and Wendi Raatjes through the Orange County Social Services. Siblings: Jayden and Sam. 2 Caden Chase: born to Marques (01) and Melinda (MacLean) (99) Esquerra March 23, 2007. Sibling: Emma, 3. James Conrad: born to Pete (02) and Rosie (Holman) (02) Titterington Oct. 18, 2007. Sibling: Daphne, 2. 5 27 Jack Henry: born to John (02) and Jayne (Richter) (02) Bazzell January 25, 2008. 9 Rachael Julieanne: born to David and Wendy (00) (Rossi) Tanzer Feb. 3, 2008. 10 Finnegan Michael: born to Shaun and Heidi (Brown) (04) Kempston Jan. 22, 2008. 6 11 Jordyn Leanne: born to Bryan (95) and Tami (Monck) (89) Voshell March 28, 2007. Sibling: Cameron, 4. Bryan is a teacher and varsity boys basketball coach at Heritage High School. Tami teaches atrisk high school students in an independent study program. Kyle Micah: born to Kirk and Wanda (Jantz) (00) Jensen Feb. 22, 2007. 7 Aria Marie: born to Roscoe (01) and Colleen Cook Jan. 26, 2008. 8 Dashel Dodd: born to Daniel (00) and Erin (Dodd) (02) Ekeroth June 23, 2007. Sibling: Annika, 3. 4 Cody Warren: born to Greg (00) and Cory (Morris) (B.A. 01; M.A. 06) Marcoux Oct. 6, 2007. Nolan Luke: born to John and Michelle (Boyd) (99) McKnelly Feb. 13, 2008. Siblings: Alex, 17, and DJ, 15. 12 Jameson David: born to Kevin and Aimee (Shawcroft) (03) Archer March 3, 2008. Rowan Keegan: born to Kevin (B.A. 90; M.A. 91) and Lisa (Allison) (pref. 89) McGinnis Sibling: Brayden, 2. 36 26 25 Jan. 28, 2008. Siblings: Aiden, 5, and Quincy, 2. Kevin and Lisa have planted a new church (Mosaic Church of the Nazarene) in Florence, Ariz. Kevin is the lead pastor and also works for the local community center as the aquatics director. Kevin and Lisa are enjoying their new community, their new church, and raising their sons. 13 Noah Edward: born to Joel (04) and Lindsey (Kingsbury) (05) Ryan March 4, 2008. Lucie Love: born to Chad (03) and Jamie (Davis) (03) Salsbury March 6, 2008. Chad and Jamie moved to Phoenix, Ariz., where Chad owns CRS Orthodontic Laboratory. 14 15 Brody Allen: born to Randy and Jordan (Bredholt) (00) Schriver April 14, 2008. Siblings: Lucas, 3, and Aurora, 18 months. Jonathan Thomas: born to Thomas and Leighann (DeWaard) (03) Odenbaugh April 18, 2008. Thomas is working in construction sales, and Leighann is teaching Kindergarten. April 29, 2008. Sibling: Marcus, 4. James is the manager of e-mail production for World Vision. They live in Federal Way, Wash. 11. Trent is a solution manager for Microsoft Corporation. Shelley is enjoying being a stay-at-home mom. Isaiah: born to Pablo (04) and Janice (Bell) (03) Vargas April 30, 2008. Siblings: Ethan, 4, and Sara, 3. Gabriel Joshua & Joy Danielle (twins): born to Joshua and Nancy (Cuthill) (02) Penwell May 16, 2008. Sibling: Noel, 2. 26 Elsa Jane: born to Adam and Kristina (Knudsen) (99) Mace 16 19 10, 2008. Siblings: Devon and Donte (twins), 5. 23 Mia Elisabeth: born to Mark and Cara (Culler) (00) Cerecerez May 22, 2008. Mark and Cara married in 2007. 21 Jack Joseph: born to Joshua (05) and Laura (Eaton) (05) Darby May 11, 2008. Levi Jon: born to Todd (04) and Kara (Ringer) (05) Goldsworthy May 25, 2008. Sibling: Jacob, 2. Benjamin David: born to James and Lori (Parks) (93) Lamb May 12, 2008. Sibling: Rachel, 4. Lori is a stay-at-home mom, and Griffin Emmet & Paige Elizabeth (twins): born to Trent (92) and Shelley Theel May 29, 2008. Siblings: Taylor, 13, and Tanner, 20 Destiny: born to Kirby and Easton Dee: born to Ed (98) and Mandy (Whiteside) (98) Garrett April 18, 2008. Siblings: Madelyn, 7, Eddie, 6, and Mackenzie, 1. Ed is the director of athletics for San Diego Christian College. Mandy is a stay-at-home mom. Maude (Best) (01) Dabney May Amelia Lynn: born to Jason and Cyndi (Gross) (93) Hill April 28, 2008. Siblings: Josh, 6, and Simon, 5. 17 24 Neese June 5, 2008. Siblings: Meran, 6, and Jameson, 3. Jason is completing his M.A. in theology and his marriage, family, and child counselor credential at Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Fresno, Calif. Rayne: born to Scott and Maki (Shimokawara) (00) Williams June 14, 2008. 27 18 22 25 Sutton Willem: born to Jason (98) and Britton (Lozano) (97) Joseph Daniel: born to David (90) and Linda Clegg Feb. 5, 2008. Siblings: Benjamin, 9, and Rachel, 5. CRAIG SLIKE: “THE MOLE” Every few years, Craig Slike (00) steps out on a limb and does something adventurous. But until recently, none of his adventures were on network television. This summer, Craig appeared on ABC’s “The Mole,” a spythemed reality TV show that has everyone guessing which contestant the producers have secretly hired to work against the others. Before the show began taping the season’s 10 episodes, producers met with each of the 12 contestants to ask them how they would behave as the mole. They liked Craig’s strategy. He accepted their offer to play the mole, forfeiting a chance at the prize money but earning a guaranteed important role in the show, as well as an undisclosed salary. As the mole, Craig worked with the producers to receive secret instructions and to keep the others fooled. Craig kept his saboteur role hidden by simply being himself. a waterfall and bungee jumped off a bridge. “The only thing I lied about was whether or not I was the mole, and even then I preferred misdirection to lies,” said Craig. “I was stretched and grew in ways that I didn’t know I needed to,” he said. The other contestants saw Craig as genuine, friendly, and funny. Since they liked and respected him so much, few suspected his secret. Besides making some new friends, Craig’s favorite part was the challenge. He is proud of finishing a hike up a mountain in freezing weather, even though it landed him in an ambulance. And he wasn’t quite aware of his fear of heights until he plummeted off Craig took another leap in his life to be on the show. He had to quit his graphic design job in order to spend two months taping the show in South America. Craig’s newest adventure is as an entrepreneur. Since returning, he has been working with Joel Kordyak (02) to build a full-service advertising agency called The Agency San Diego. Craig created The Agency five years ago as a part-time project for charity. Now he’s using the same tenacity and people skills he did on “The Mole” to grow it into a successful business. 37 BIRTHS ALUMNEWS MAR R IAGES IN MEMORIAM Robert Copeland Hughes (pref. 43) passed away Dec. 10, 2007. He met his wife Wanda (Jones) (pref. 43) while attending Pasadena College. They cofounded KUBB Country radio, which began broadcasting in 1977. He loved fellowship with members of his church and was the music director for the Merced and, later, the Atwater Church of the Nazarene. Robert was an avid airplane pilot and a member of the Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA). He is survived by his sons, Charles and Jeff; sister, Anna (Hughes) (45) Wardrobe; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Charles Means Crouch (38) passed away June 1, 2008. He was in the Calif. National Guard for 26 years and the Calif. State Military Reserve. He received a bronze star during WWII and retired from military service in 1975 as a Lt. Colonel. Rev. Crouch was active on the Central Calif. District and served as district secretary, district chairman of Sunday school ministries, and children’s camp director and chaplain. His ministry and kind heart touched many lives. He is survived by his wife, Florence H. (Crossley) (38); three daughters, Evelyn (Crouch) (61) Ovando, Esther (Crouch) (68) Sluder, and Margaret (Crouch) (70) VanDerworp; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and brother, Bob Crouch. Annie (Scharer) (Morrison) (31) Arms passed away June 29, 2008, at the age of 98. She received her B.A. degree from Pasadena College and later 38 earned a master’s degree from USC. Annie married Monroe Scott Arms in 1954. In 1984, Arms Hall at Pasadena 1st Church of the Nazarene was dedicated to Monroe and Annie. Monroe passed away in 1985. Annie was organizational chair and first president of Pasadena College/PLNU Women’s Auxiliary 1967-71 and served on the executive committee until 1984. She is survived by her son, Rockwell Scharer, Jr.; two stepdaughters, Wilma Clark and Rosalie Judd; one stepson, Willis Arms; 10 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Roy A. Bevan (50) passed away May 11, 2008. Chaplain Bevan was Captain, Chaplain Corps, United States Navy (Ret.). He was an active member of the Largo Wesleyan Church. Roy earned his B.A. from Pasadena College and his B.D. from Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Mo. He received the Alumni Association’s Distinguished Achievement Award in 1976. His wife, Lucie, passed away in 2004. He is survived by his daughter, Shirley Utterback; sons, John and James Bevan; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Tod (90) & Stephanie (Coleman) (pref. 90) McFarland lost their lives in a car accident July 3, 2008. The couple married in 1994 after meeting at Point Loma. They were loving parents to their three children Ian, 5, Lauren, 3, and Luke, 2. Tod was a fervent rock climber, surfer, skateboarder, fly-fisherman, gourmet cook, and lover of life. He scaled Mt. Shasta, journeyed to Mammoth often to snowboard, and loved camping with his family. Tod completed his master’s degree in physical therapy at the Univ. of the Pacific. Stephanie was an assistant branch manager at Washington Mutual Bank. The most important goal in her life, which she accomplished, was to set a firm foundation for her family. She shared Tod’s enthusiasm and joined him and the kids on their adventures. Stephanie had a deep love for her friends and family. Stephanie and Tod are survived by their three children, Stephanie’s mother and father, Tom and Cheryl Coleman; sisters, Christina, Melissa, and Sarah, and their families; and Tod’s mother, Violet McFarland; and brother, Shjon McFarland (91). The families of Tod and Stephanie would like to thank the PLNU alumni for your love and support. To provide assistance for Tod and Stephanie’s children, the McFarland Memorial Fund has been established through Washington Mutual Bank. Frank A. Clouse (53) passed away July 16, 2008. For the past three years, he bravely battled cancer. He gave his heart and life to the Lord and walked faithfully as a man of God throughout his life. He stayed true. Frank married his Pasadena College sweetheart and love of his life, Leah Jean (Wild) (pref. 55) in 1954. Frank and Leah spent the majority of their married life in northern Calif. Frank was a minister in the Church of the Nazarene for eight years. He had a particular love for the outdoors and spent many hours camping, backpacking, golfing, and gardening. In his last days, he enjoyed watching his boys work on an ongoing gardening project that he had started, but was unable to complete. These concluding days were filled with love, stories, hugs, and memories of good times. Frank is survived by Leah; sister, Billie Pearl Clouse Brewer; three children, David (79), Daniel (pref. 80), and Patricia Friesen; and four grandchildren, Joshua Friesen, Bethany Friesen (05), Matthew Clouse, and Michael Clouse (08). Ralph Benjamin Steelhead (52) passed away June 29,2008. Ben grew up in Santa Barbara, Calif., where he developed his love for the ocean. In high school, he was recruited to play running back at the Univ. of Idaho. After completing his service in the Navy, Ben attended Pasadena College. There he met the love of his life, Phyllis (McDowell) (pref. 66). Soon after they married, Ben took his first teaching job in Fresno, Calif. Along with teaching and coaching, he went on to receive his master’s from USC. Ben won many body building titles, including “Mr. Pacific Coast over 40.” Soon after his retirement, Ben received the Salvation Army “Others” Award for his service and dedication to his community. He devoted much time to the Bill Blass Prison Ministries and led over a hundred inmates to Christ. He is survived by his son, Ben (76); daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Dan; and three grandchildren. WILLO MAY BERESFORD Willo May Beresford made beautiful music in the Pasadena and Point Loma community for almost 60 years until her passing on July 9 at the age of 91. She began her college teaching career at her alma mater, Bethany Peniel College (now Southern Nazarene University), even before receiving a master’s degree at Oklahoma University. In 1948, she and her husband, Dan, moved to Pasadena and began a long relationship with PLNU. When the college moved in 1973, Willo May and her family had already lived in the L.A. region for 20 years; nonetheless, they made the move to San Diego. Willo May retired in 1992 but remained active in the campus community and at San Diego First Church of the Nazarene. In addition to her long career as a professor, she taught private lessons and led worship. She first played the piano in church at age 12 and continued to serve as a church pianist or organist for worship services, weddings, and funerals right up to the weeks preceding her death. Announcing the news of Willo May’s passing, President Brower said, “The music she generated through her gifts was equaled by her influence upon students, the church, and friends.” She was loved and appreciated for her genuine kindness, her smile, wit, and constancy. God has used her life as a testimony of faithful Kingdom service. Undoubtedly, this witness has touched the lives of thousands as they have had the pleasure of knowing her, making music with her, and worshipping together over the years. Beryl Pagan, student, friend, and neighbor of Willo May, said, “She just loved being with her friends – and her students were her friends. She loved keeping in contact with them, treasured every card and letter, and prayed continually and without ceasing for them as they came to mind.” March 7 - 15, 2009 Join us and former chaplain Reuben Welch next spring on an adventure through Florence, Venice, and Rome! View itinerary and cost estimates at www.pointloma.edu/Italy Limited space available. Priced with and without airfare, double or single occupancy. Reply soon to [email protected] or call (800) 478-5662. Willo May is survived by her son, Kenneth, and his wife, Marti; her son, Keith, and his wife, Lynne; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to the Dan Beresford Work and Witness Fund or the Willo May Organ Fund at San Diego First Church of the Nazarene or the PLNU Beresford Piano Scholarship Fund. 39 44 40