Class Notes
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Class of 1952 Top of page
Gayle (Miller) Schoepf BS enjoys life at the ocean in Long Beach, Calif., near her two children and grandchildren. She is organist and minister of youth at Delhaven Christian Church, a multi-cultural church in La Puente. Her book, Grace Notes - Moments in Time, was published in December, and "Still Growing," a cartoon about the fun of growing older, appears in publications across the country. She can be reached at gayleschoepf@aol.com.
Class of 1958 Top of page
Ruth (Halliburton) Carter retired from Warner Press after 25 years. Walton Carter BS '61 retired from teaching after 34 years in public schools and five years at the college level. They work with physically and mentally challenged adults at a facility in central Indiana. They have two daughters - both art teachers - and three grandchildren. They would love to hear from college friends. Their mailing address is 4740 W. County Road 300 South, Anderson, IN 46011, and their e-mail address is wr1959@aol.com.
Class of 1961 Top of page
Walton Carter BS retired from teaching after 34 years in public schools and five years at the college level. Ruth (Halliburton) Carter '58 retired from Warner Press after 25 years. They work with physically and mentally challenged adults at a facility in central Indiana. They have two daughters - both art teachers - and three grandchildren. They would love to hear from college friends. Their mailing address is 4740 W. County Road 300 South, Anderson, IN 46011, and their e-mail address is wr1959@aol.com.
Class of 1972 Top of page
D. Royce Fitts BA, MDiv '76founded the Western Sky Counseling and Resource Center in 1993. "My private practice provides psychotherapy and spiritual reflection for individuals, couples and families, and consulting for businesses and organizations," he writes. "I serve a wide geographic area, which includes three offices. My primary office is in Gering, Neb." His wife, Janice J. Whalen BA '73, is the director of network services for the 11 counties of the Panhandle Mental Health and Substance Abuse Region of western Nebraska. They have two grown children. Friends may write to the couple at royce@drroycefitts.com.
Class of 1973 Top of page
His wife, Janice J. Whalen BA '73, is the director of network services for the 11 counties of the Panhandle Mental Health and Substance Abuse Region of western Nebraska. Her husband, D. Royce Fitts BA '72, MDiv '76 founded the Western Sky Counseling and Resource Center in 1993. They have two grown children. Friends may write to the couple at royce@drroycefitts.com.
Class of 1974 Top of page
Ronald Geiersbach BA was admitted to the Florida Bar and is the assistant state attorney in Jacksonville, Fla.
Jim Hostetler BA received a Teacher of the Year award from Anderson (Ind.) Community Schools. Jim also coaches the Highland High School tennis teams.
Class of 1976 Top of page
John Eckelbarger BA, MDiv '80 is the junior high headmaster at Lexington Christian Academy. Both are ordained pastors. Deb (Kuepfer) Eckelbarger BA '79 is an elementary teacher at Lexington Christian Academy. She enjoys painting, music, and being a grandmother," she writes. Their youngest daughter, Anna-Noel, is a freshman at AU. Their daughter, Rebekah, lives in Anchorage, and their son, Nathan is working on an engineering degree in film arts in Winter Park, Fla. Deb and John can be reached at 308 Fern Court, Winchester, KY 40391 or deb_johneckelbarger@hotmail.com.
Class of 1979 Top of page
Deb (Kuepfer) Eckelbarger BA is an elementary teacher at Lexington Christian Academy. She enjoys painting, music, and being a grandmother," she writes. John Eckelbarger BA '76, MDiv '80 is the junior high headmaster at Lexington Christian Academy. Both are ordained pastors. Their youngest daughter, Anna-Noel, is a freshman at AU. Their daughter, Rebekah, lives in Anchorage, and their son, Nathan is working on an engineering degree in film arts in Winter Park, Fla. Deb and John can be reached at 308 Fern Court, Winchester, KY 40391 or deb_johneckelbarger@hotmail.com.
Bruce A. Hazel BA and Jennifer (Arthur) Hazel returned from Babati, Tanzania, in September 2001. While in Tanzania, Bruce administered the Babati Bible College and provided training to pastors. In December Bruce accepted a pastorate at Fairview Church of God in Las Cruces, N.M. They have three children - 19-year-old Angela, 18-year-old Erin and 16-year-old Eric.
Class of 1981 Top of page
Bill Segesser BA sends greetings to his college friends. He lives in Woodinville, Wash., with his wife, Val, and his sons, Sean and Jacob. His e-mail address is seggy4@aol.com.
Patti Willhardt BA is the children's and Christian education director at Grace United Methodist Church. Her son, David, attends college and her son, Bryan, is a sophomore in high school.
Class of 1982 Top of page
At the request of the U.S. Marine Corps, Chris Wagner BA has withdrawn his request for retirement and will remain on active duty for at least another year. He serves at Headquarters Marine Corps, Washington, D.C. Anne (Crates) Wagner BA '83 teaches at a private school in Stafford, Va.
Class of 1983 Top of page
Elizabeth Ellis Archer BA lives in Albertville, Ala., with her husband, Steve, and their four children - Stephanie (14), Emily (11), Megan (9) and John (6). Beginning her 10th year as a home educator, Liz has used her education degree in a capacity she never dreamed of during her college days. Steve is the owner of Mountain Studios, a recording facility, and Biblesurplus.com.
Juanita (Phillips) Faas has recorded her first CD of piano music. Holy Hands was released in May. The music on the CD is a mixture of gospel, jazz, Latin and classical. "In previous years, I taught piano, accompanied ballet classes and played piano in churches," she writes. She is currently touring in Alberta and British Columbia.
Dave Ritchie BA and Jennifer (Gabe) Ritchie BA '90 relocated to Pasadena, Texas, in September 2001. Jennifer is enrolled in Fuller Theological Seminary and is working on a doctorate in clinical psychology. Dave is enrolling at Azusa Pacific University to work on his doctorate in clinical psychology. They invite friends to e-mail them at dwr72261@aol.com.
Anne (Crates) Wagner BA teaches at a private school in Stafford, Va. At the request of the U.S. Marine Corps, her husband, Chris Wagner BA '82, has withdrawn his request for retirement and will remain on active duty for at least another year. He serves at Headquarters Marine Corps, Washington, D.C.
Class of 1984 Top of page
Esthermay Bentley married Mark Goossen June 1, 2002, in St. Paul, Minn. Cayla Dyer BA '95 provided processional and recessional music on the trumpet. Mark is the former senior pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Jackson, Calif., and is currently employed by Hormel Foods. Esthermay is completing a master's degree in counseling at Bethel Seminary and works as the director of the Victim/Witness Program in Mower County, Minn. The couple lives in Austin, Minn., where Esthermay is now the stepmother of three children.
Maj. David Farlow BA, a public affairs officer in the United States Army, has been selected to spend one year training at Fleishman-Hillard International Communications, Inc., in Atlanta. The year of training will expose him to the corporate world of business communications and public relations. David explains that the Army views such training programs as an ideal means for officers to enhance their public affairs skills.
Kasey (Saunders) Sloan performs as a vocalist in solo, oratorio and orchestral venues throughout the Southeast. She is pursuing a master's degree in sacred music through Graduate Theological Foundation. She is the founder of the Trinity Performing Arts Series in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Her husband, Len, is a police investigator. They have two children.
Class of 1986 Top of page
Carol (Trump) Beatty BA and husband John welcomed a daughter, Sara Anne, born May 10, 2002. The family lives in Matthews, N.C. Carol is a CPA at a local firm and John works for Volvo in Charlotte.
Larry Costello BA led a public relations team for a Sears campaign titled "Energy Efficient Appliances Light Up Sales." The campaign received a Sabre award, a national public relations award from The Holmes Group in New York City.
Lisa (Tunnell) Hahn BA and her husband, David, announce the birth of Kaitlyn Marie on March 25, 2002. Lisa writes that Lauren, 5, and Jared, 2, are enjoying their baby sister.
Susan (McCarthy) Kerr BA writes, "After teaching on Cape Cod for three years, I went to Boston College to get my master's in clinical social work. Shortly after graduating, I was hired by Hospice of Cape Cod to create a bereavement program for children ages 2 to 18. This became a model program in our state. I provided training for school systems and organizations on and off the Cape to help professionals deal with crisis situations and the impact of terminal illness and death." Susan worked for Hospice of Cape Cod for five years and now teaches fifth grade. Susan and her husband, Jonathan, live in Barnstable, Mass., with 7-year-old Emma and 4-year-old twins Sarah and Hannah.
Class of 1988 Top of page
Craig Caldwell BA and his wife, Diana, announce the birth of their second daughter, Talia, on May 24, 2002.
Class of 1989 Top of page
Christy Allen BA married Rich Scannell on Feb. 2, 2002, at Guardian Angel Roman Catholic Cathedral in Las Vegas. Alumni attending the three-day event included Wendy Walter-Bailey BA '89, Scott Bailey BA '90 and Janette Lynch BA '89. Christy and Rich live in San Diego.
Susan Graham married Jason Taylor on May 24, 2002, at Westwood Church of God in Kalamazoo, Mich. The Rev. Jerry D. Lewis BA '79, MDiv '83 officiated the ceremony.
Class of 1990 Top of page
Mike Biggs BA and Missy (Kendall) Biggs AS live in Austin, Ind., with their two children, William, 9, and Alexandra, 5. Mike writes, "We accepted a senior pastoral position at The Lord's Chapel in North Vernon, Ind. We are excited about working with a loving congregation that is growing both spiritually and numerically."
Brian Howell BA and his wife, Jennifer, announce the birth of their first child, Emily Jane, on May 28, 2002. Brian continues to travel with Christian artist Steve Green. Brian can be reached at brianjennh@aol.com.
Jennifer (Gabe) Ritchie BA and Dave Ritchie BA '83 relocated to Pasadena, Texas, in September 2001. Jennifer is enrolled in Fuller Theological Seminary and is working on a doctorate in clinical psychology. Dave is enrolling at Azusa Pacific University to work on his doctorate in clinical psychology. They invite friends to e-mail them at dwr72261@aol.com.
Rosetta Sprunger BA married Paul Yoder on Oct. 20, 2001, and became an instant mom to twins Brianna and Tiffany (age 9) and Zachary (age 8). The family lives in Berne, Ind. For the past 12 years, Rosetta has worked in the loan department at Decatur Bank and Trust Company in Decatur, Ind.
Class of 1991 Top of page
Grant Butler BA, MDiv '99 is the minister of pastoral care at North Avenue Church of God in Battle Creek, Mich.
Michelle (Stoneberg) Hammond BA and Chad Hammond BA announce the birth of their second child, Andrew Patrick, on May 9, 2002.
Anita Hunt BA married Ryan Glaze on Sept. 1, 2001.
Shanu Kothari BA graduated from Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery from Medical College of Virginia in 2001. He is the director of minimally invasive bariatric surgery at the Gundersen Clinic in LaCrosse, Wis. His wife, Peg, a nurse practitioner, is now a stay-at-home mom with 2-year-old Brittany and 1-year-old Samantha.
Class of 1992 Top of page
Abby Hall BA works as a graphic artist for Gaither Music Company. "This company and job have been a blessing," she writes. "At the end of last year, I was diagnosed with cancer, but God has been faithful. After a half year of treatment, my health has been restored. The support and love from family and friends has been nothing short of overwhelming." Abby lives in Anderson, Ind. She can be reached by e-mail at abby@gaithermusic.com.
Tom Marcum BA and Kimberly Marcum BA '93 have purchased a small farm near Mooreland, Okla. The couple and their 4-year-old son, Caleb, love life in their new home. "We would love to hear from AU friends," they write. "If any are in Oklahoma, please let us know." Their e-mail address is tom16@pldi.net.
Robert Porter and Courtney (Robinson) Porter BA '99 announce the birth of Megan McKenzie on April 5, 2002. Megan has two brothers and one sister - Aaron (6), Ashleigh (4) and Jacob (2). Courtney is studying at the Anderson University School of Theology. Rob teaches chemistry at a local high school.
Patrick Roberts BA completed his sixth year with the Noblesville (Ind.) Fire Department. He graduated from paramedic school in March.
Vence Vida married Kaylee Wakeland BA '92 married April 19, 2002, at East Side Church of God in Anderson, Ind. They live in Alexandria, Ind.
Class of 1993 Top of page
Kimberly Marcum BA and Tom Marcum BA '92 purchased a small farm near Mooreland, Okla. The couple and their 4-year-old son, Caleb, love life in their new home. "We would love to hear from AU friends," they write. "If any are in Oklahoma, please let us know." Their e-mail address is tom16@pldi.net.
Brian Osborne BA and Traci (Fox) Osborne BSN announce the birth of their first son, Benjamin Isaac, on Feb. 12, 2002. Benjamin comes from a long line of AU graduates, including grandparents Steve Fox BA '71 and Clella (Gilbert) Fox BA '69 and great-grandparents Leona (Nelson) Gilbert BTh '38, the late Myron Gilbert '38, the late W. Shirrell Fox BA '50 and Phyllis Fox, a long-time friend of the university.
Class of 1994 Top of page
Andrea DeLee BA has been the director of Adoption Resources of Florida/MAPS Florida since April 2001. "Bringing children and families together through adoption is a truly rewarding experience," Andrea writes.
Kristin (Litwiller) Eby BA has moved to Plainfield, Ill., with her husband, Ryan, and two daughters, Kaitlin, who will be 3 in November, and Courtney, who will be 1 on Oct. 30. "Life is great," she writes.
Heather (Kuck) Kendall BA is a stay-at-home mom with 1-year-old Zachary. Darrell Kendall BA is the finance director at Palm Harbor Honda. The family lives in Lutz, Fla.
Wendy Mamer BA married Jim Collins on June 14, 2002, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Ashlie (Marcum) Bell BA and Heidi (Moyer) Taggart BA were bridesmaids. Jim and Wendy live in Columbia City, Ind.
Kimberly Moore BA married John McIntyre July 27, 2002. John is an engineer and manager with LexMark in Lexington, Ky. They are both working on graduate degrees at the University of Kentucky. John hopes to proceed into medical school and Kimberly is working on a master's degree in education.
Brian Webb BA and Lucie (Uxova) Webb BA '00 welcomed their first child, Benjamin Lukas, on March 30, 2002. The family lives in Anderson, Ind. Brian works for Sallie Mae and Lucie works for Gaither Studios.
Class of 1995 Top of page
Larissa Hittle received her bachelor's degree on May 4 from Bethel College School of Business in organizational management.
Brian Partin BA married Lauren on June 16, 2001, in Kingsport, Tenn. Alumni in the wedding party included Brent Poole BA, Jamie Prenkert BA, Brent Miller BA '96, Brent Wilson BA '97, Lonnie Fowler BA '96, Amy Evans BA '97 and former admissions counselor Greg Coffman.
Claire (Farris) Whiteman and her husband, Shawn, announce the birth of Connor William on Jan. 24, 2002. "I'd love to hear from any of my old classmates," Claire writes. "E-mail me at hunibr@aol.com."
Tim Woodward Jr. BA and his wife, Angie, announce the birth of their first daughter, Alexia Natalie, on June 16, 2001. The family lives in Germantown, Ohio. You can e-mail them at timwoodward@yahoo.com.
Class of 1996 Top of page
Brandy (Dieterle) Bakker BA and her husband, Chris, announce the birth of their first child, Cassandra Madelyn, on Nov. 10, 2001.
Julie (Lenger) Harkless writes, "Doug and I have been happily married for three and a half years. We welcomed our first baby, Lilly, in December. She is a wonderful baby and an amazing person!" The family lives in Michigan.
Jeremy Stockwell BA and Christy (Imm) Stockwell BA '97 announce the birth of their first child, Hannah Ruth, on Feb. 13, 2002. "Everyone is doing well, and we are so happy to have this new blessing in our lives," they write. The family lives in Anderson, Ind. Jeremy does licensing in the copyright department of Gaither Music Company. Christy is taking a break from being a case manager at the Center for Mental Health in Anderson to care for Hannah.
Class of 1997 Top of page
Tressa Allred BA married Andrew Goetz on June 29, 2002, in Waterford, Mich. Beth Alfrey BA participated in the wedding.
Jessica Burnside married Eric Schneider on March 31, 2001. They live in Monticello, Ind. Eric farms with Roach & Harner Farms, Inc., which manages 50 beef cows and approximately 6,000 acres. Eric is also on the Monticello Volunteer Fire Department. Jessica works at the School of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University as a registered veterinary technologist in the swine production medicine group. "I would love to hear from the friends I made my freshman year at AU," she writes. Jessica can be reached at (574) 583-4322 or jls@purdue.edu.
Michele Jackson BA graduated from the Indiana University School of Law in 2000. She has a legal practice in Indianapolis and specializes in international adoption, family law and personal injury.
Kathy Kerr BA married John Clark on April 21, 2001. Alumni participating in the wedding included Karen Kerr-Osman BA '94, Lori Harris BA '98, Christy (Imm) Stockwell BA, Jeremy Stockwell BA '96, Karen (La Bruyere) Isaacs BA, Eric Poland BA '95 and Jennifer (Vorhis) Stone BA '98.
Amy Laslo-Stone BA and her husband, Frank, announce the birth of their daughter, Samantha, on May 17, 2001. Amy works from home as an account executive for Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom.
Laura (Coleman) Marroquin BA and her husband, Cesar, announce the birth of their first child, Nicolas, on Feb. 11, 2002.
Christy (Imm) Stockwell BA and Jeremy Stockwell BA '96 announce the birth of their first child, Hannah Ruth, on Feb. 13, 2002. "Everyone is doing well, and we are so happy to have this new blessing in our lives," they write. The family lives in Anderson, Ind. Jeremy does licensing in the copyright department of Gaither Music Company. Christy is taking a break from being a case manager at the Center for Mental Health in Anderson to care for Hannah.
Brock Thornsbrough BA married Amie Cisney BA '99 on March 2, 2002, at East Side Church of God in Anderson, Ind. Alumni participating in the wedding included Gil Fruchey BA '96, Kim Durow BA '98, Steven Durow BA '98, Gina Stuckey BA '95 and Kaylee (Wakeland) Vida BA. Amy (Ransom) Rouse BA '88 and Jay Rouse BA '86 sang, and the Rev. Kerry Robinson BA '80, MDiv '83 performed the ceremony. Amie and Brock reside in Anderson. Amie is a teacher in Anderson Community Schools, and Brock is a professional studio singer.
Marla Wilm BA married Joe Watkins on May 17, 2002, in Sacramento, Calif. Alumni at the wedding included maid of honor Marlo (Sharp) Fox BA, Larry Lawson BA '93 and Andy Hickman BA '98. Marla's e-mail address is mwilm@attbi.com.
Class of 1998 Top of page
Jeff Collins BA teaches English in Korea. "My students are wonderful and I'm enjoying my time here tremendously," he writes.
Jennifer L. Conrad BA has written a book of poetry scheduled for release in November. A Cartography of Birds: Poems, published by Louisiana State University Press, is her first book. Jennifer earned her master of fine arts degree in creative writing from American University in 2000. Her book can be purchased at www.lsu.edu/lsupress.
Stephanie Eridon BA married Chad Lesnet on Dec. 15, 2001, at Common Ground Christian Church in Indianapolis. Alumni in the wedding party included Sarah (Koch) Hughes BSN '99, Amy (Hollinger) Huber BA and Tracey Kuhlmann BA. Chad and Stephanie live in Indianapolis. Their e-mail address is lesnets@hotmail.com.
Rena Leinberger BA earned an MFA in sculpture from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in May. She received a Joan Mitchell Foundation MFA Grant, awarded to 10 painters and sculptors nationally.
Andrew Middleton BA married Staci Schultz on May 18, 2002, in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Ryan Rupp BA participated in the ceremony. Andrew and Staci live in Carmel, Ind.
David Miller BA is a representative for Woodbury Financial Services in Indianapolis. He writes that he is working with many AU alumni planning long-term goals.
Dr. Benjamin Newcomer BA finished veterinary school at the University of Florida and is a dairy veterinarian in Visalia, Calif. "I am enjoying getting settled in and finally being done with school," he writes.
Tim Ponce BA is a foreign service officer with the United States Department of State in Washington, D.C. He lives in Arlington, Va., with wife Jennifer Stershic Ponce BSN and son David. Tim writes, "I'm studying Arabic and undergoing other training in preparation for an assignment to the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. I will be an assistant public affairs officer for two years. We are tentatively scheduled to go to Abu Dhabi during late October or early November."
Gregg Salyers BA and Courtney Browning Salyers BA welcomed Emerson "Emma" LaCinda Salyers on May 6, 2002. Courtney is an English teacher for Shelby Eastern School District in Shelbyville, Ind. Gregg is pursuing a master's degree in religion from Trinity Evangelical. Friends may e-mail them at Icthuse1@msn.com.
Theresa (Swink) Wright BA is an assistant athletic trainer at AU. Previously she worked at The University of Southern Indiana and Indiana State University. She is working on a master's degree in sports psychology at Ball State University.
Class of 1999 Top of page
Amie Cisney BA married Brock Thornsbrough BA '97 on March 2, 2002, at East Side Church of God in Anderson, Ind. Alumni participating in the wedding included Gil Fruchey BA '96, Kim Durow BA '98, Steven Durow BA '98, Gina Stuckey BA '95 and Kaylee (Wakeland) Vida BA. Amy (Ransom) Rouse BA '88 and Jay Rouse BA '86 sang, and the Rev. Kerry Robinson BA '80, MDiv '83 performed the ceremony. Amie and Brock reside in Anderson. Amie is a teacher in Anderson Community Schools, and Brock is a professional studio singer.
Marsha Gooding-Skirvin BA is working on a master's degree in e-Education through the University of Phoenix Online Graduate Program.
Jennifer Ifert BSN married James Cissell BA Oct. 6, 2001, in Greenwood, Ind.
Courtney (Robinson) Porter BA and Robert Porter '92 announce the birth of Megan McKenzie on April 5, 2002. Megan has two brothers and one sister - Aaron (6), Ashleigh (4) and Jacob (2). Courtney is studying at the Anderson University School of Theology. Rob teaches chemistry at a local high school.
Becky Rissen MBA transferred to the Des Moines, Iowa, office of AmerUs Group, which purchased Indianapolis Life Insurance. She is the vice president of statutory reporting for the AmerUs Group family of insurance companies, including American Investors Life Insurance and its affiliated companies located in Indianapolis, Bankers Life Insurance Company of New York, and AmerUs Life Insurance Company and its affiliated companies in Des Moines.
Dan Ritzema BA and Jenny (Myers) Ritzema BA '00 announce the birth of Preston Daniel on May 23, 2002. Dan and Jenny would love to hear from friends at danielritzema@hotmail.com.
Kaylee Wakeland BA married Vence Vida '92 April 19, 2002, at East Side Church of God in Anderson, Ind. They live in Alexandria, Ind.
Josh Winkler BA works at Leo Burnett in Chicago managing the VeriSign account and overseeing VeriSign's online advertising and marketing.
William Yancey BA and Kori (Casey) Yancey BA celebrated the birth of their second daughter, Kayla Madison, on July 7, 2002. Their oldest daughter, Kianna, is now 18 months old. The family lives at 131 Penn St., Lansdale, PA 19446, and can be reached by telephone at (215) 412-5476.
Class of 2000 Top of page
Matt Goldsberry BA has a new job with MTS Digital. He traveled to Maine during the summer and is planning a trip to Mexico in December.
Jenny (Myers) Ritzema BA and Dan Ritzema BA '99 announce the birth of Preston Daniel on May 23, 2002. Dan and Jenny would love to hear from friends at danielritzema@hotmail.com.
Liz (Alukas) Todd BA and Kevin Todd BA '01 adopted a Yorkie, which they named Jenga Vader. Kevin is studying at Ball State University in the graduate program for urban planning. Liz works for the Center for Mental Health in Anderson, where she was promoted to child team case management supervisor.
Lucie (Uxova) Webb BA and Brian Webb BA '94 welcomed their first child, Benjamin Lukas, on March 30, 2002. The family lives in Anderson, Ind. Brian works for Sallie Mae and Lucie works for Gaither Studios.
Class of 2001 Top of page
Kevin Todd BA and Liz (Alukas) Todd BA '00 adopted a Yorkie, which they named Jenga Vader. Kevin is studying at Ball State University in the graduate program for urban planning. Liz works for the Center for Mental Health in Anderson, where she was promoted to child team case management supervisor.
Tera Faith BA has moved back to Indiana after working with Mission Year in Philadelphia.
John Gillette BA married Darah Hulse BA on April 27, 2002. Dr. Willard Reed MDiv '71 officiated the ceremony. Participants in the wedding party included Chris Cessna BA '00, Drew Strayer BA '00, Mike Root BA '00, Troy Hanson'97, Molly Burke BA '97, Melissa Moser BA '00, Kathryn Regina BA, Sarah Matas '96, Katie Kaelber BA '02, AU student Anna Nasset, Eliot Reed '00 and AU student Beth Boughton. John and Darah live in the Claremont, Calif., area. John is studying philosophy at Claremont Graduate University.
Mandy Raper BA works at MidAmerica Nazarene University. She is studying for a master's degree in exercise science at the University of Kansas.
School of Theology Top of page
D. Royce Fitts BA '72, MDiv '76 founded the Western Sky Counseling and Resource Center in 1993. "My private practice provides psychotherapy and spiritual reflection for individuals, couples and families, and consulting for businesses and organizations," he writes. "I serve a wide geographic area, which includes three offices. My primary office is in Gering, Neb." His wife, Janice J. Whalen BA '73, is the director of network services for the 11 counties of the Panhandle Mental Health and Substance Abuse Region of western Nebraska. They have two grown children. Friends may write to the couple at royce@drroycefitts.com.
Bob Brooke MDiv '80 has been involved with the Circle of Care Child SHARE (Shelter Homes: A Rescue Effort) foster care program since February 2001. "I have experience as a church pastor with children and families and as the administrator of a statewide support program for reserve military families. My work as a coordinator is centered on foster families. I seek out and develop networks of people, primarily through church and faith communities, to provide resources and support for foster families and volunteers," Bob writes.
John Eckelbarger BA '76, MDiv '80 is the junior high headmaster at Lexington Christian Academy. His wife, Deb (Kuepfer) Eckelbarger BA '79, is an elementary teacher at Lexington Christian Academy. Both are ordained pastors. Their youngest daughter, Anna-Noel, is a freshman at AU. Their daughter, Rebekah, lives in Anchorage, and their son, Nathan is working on an engineering degree in film arts in Winter Park, Fla. Deb and John can be reached at 308 Fern Court, Winchester, KY 40391 or deb_johneckelbarger@hotmail.com.
Grant Butler BA '91, MDiv '99 is the minister of pastoral care at North Avenue Church of God in Battle Creek, Mich.
