We are sorry to announce the passing of Joyce Henderson ’73. Joyce passed away on May 1, 2017.
You can view the obituary here.
Joyce Henderson ’73
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Category Archives: Obituaries
Dr. Lynn Bertholf Westcot
Dr. Lynn Bertholf Westcot, a faculty member in the School of Nursing from 1969-1978 and the daughter of former IWU president the late Lloyd Bertholf, died on July 31.
Here is a link to her obituary –
Prof. John Joseph McGrosso
IWU Professor of Music, John Joseph McGrosso born November 14, 1915 passed away on February 3, 2017. A memorial service is being planned for the Spring. You may share your remembrances and thoughts with the family here.
Neil Browne ’74
We are sorry to announce that Neil Browne ’74 passed away on February 1, 2017.
The News-Gazette has an article about Neil and his jewelry store in remembrance of him.
You can view his obituary here
Lee Short ’44
Lee Short ’44, Director of Admissions from 1952-1978, passed away on January 4th. Services for Lee will be held Thursday, January 12 at 10:30 a.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church. An obituary will be published in The Pantagraph on Sunday.
Please join me in offering sympathy to Lee’s wife, Phyllis, his children, and his nephew Trey.
Lee’s many contributions to Illinois Wesleyan are chronicled in this IWU Magazine article from 2010.
You may read his obituary here.
Burton “Burt” Vincent ’71
We are sorry to announce that Burt Vincent ’71 passed away at the age of 67 in his sleep on September 1, 2016 due to diabetes complications. Burt finished his education in New York pursuing studies in film. A funeral will be held in Chicago on September 10, 2016.
Somewhere in a movie theater, there is an empty seat.
Diane M. Ehmke-Badgley ’76 Passes Away
Diane Ehmke Badgley, age 61, of Broad Ripple, Indiana, passed away on April 6, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Brent Badgley whom she deeply cherished. Diane, an artist and lover of all things creative, leaves behind an indelible imprint on the lives of family and friends.
A private family Celebration of Life event occurred on Saturday, April 9th. Messages of condolence can be made at www.flannerbuchanan.com. Memorial contributions can be made in her name to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
Published in the The Indianapolis Star on Apr. 10, 2016
John E. Robinson ’74 and John Goldrick
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First some sad news on a very personal level. John E Robinson ‘74 passed away May 26, 2015 in Santa Rosa California at age 63. John was one of the few good men who graduated from the Brokaw Collegiate School of Nursing Illinois Wesleyan University. He enjoyed a career that took him to the southwest, to Alaska, and back to the southwest before retiring from the Public Health Service. He is survived by his wife, Lyndell (Schultheiss) ‘75; daughters Jennifer and Rebecca; and grandson, Rufus. I knew John well, was a friend and fraternity brother with him. So sad, he will be missed.
John Robinson ’74
Also sorry to announce that Emeritus Trustee John Goldrick died Sept. 22. Board of Trustees Chairman George Vinyard ’71 and President Richard F. Wilson shared praise for his involvement. Former Pantagraph Publisher John Goldrick was remembered Thursday as a hard worker dedicated to the growth and improvement of the community. IWU President Dick Wilson said, “He welcomed Pat and me to the community 11 years ago and has provided support and encouragement ever since.” George Vinyard, IWU board chairman, said Goldrick was a dedicated, involved trustee whose “connections with the community and Chicago were good for the university” and who had “great ideas to promote the university.” Goldrick is survived by his wife, Helen, and four children.
Peter Matson ’71
Peter Matson ’71 passed away on May 16, 2015.
You can view his obituary here.
Wayne Forbes ’71
Wayne passed away in 2013 at his home in Pleasant Hills, PA, after being in ill health for a few years.
Wayne Forbes of Dillon rests his arm on a wood sculpture he calls ‘Clone Fix II.’ Forbes credited his personal art therapy for his survival of renal failure, dialysis treatment and a successful kidney transplant.