Larry  Miller Jr. Initiated at BB on 1/20/1952   Entered Chapter Eternal in January  2009 Lawrence "Larry" Miller, born April 14, 1933, passed away on January 26. He is survived by his wife and best friend Barbara and his children Don and Marcia Miller, Steve Miller, and Ann and Eric Wiltshire. He was beloved Grandpa Hoot to Aadrial Phillips, Ben Miller, and Emily Wiltshire. A Seattle native, Larry graduated from Roosevelt High School and the University of Washington where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He served in the Air Force and was a trust officer in the banking industry. A long-time member of University Presbyterian Church, Larry also sang in the Seattle SeaChordsmen barbershop chorus and the Emerald City Four quartet. Larry was devoted and warm-hearted. His quick wit and bright smile will be missed by many relatives and friends. A memorial service was held at the University Presbyterian Church. David  Ward Jr. Initiated at BB on 12/3/1982   Entered Chapter Eternal in August  2008 David Vann Ward Jr. was brought into this world in room 376 of Swedish Hospital in Seattle on January 13, 1964 and 7lbs 3ozs. 19.5 inches long. He was the second son of David and Mayella Ward and was more or less kept in line by his older brother Mike and younger brother Jim. Growing up he loved participating in sports including baseball, basketball, football and track & field. He graduated high school in 1982 and went off to the UW where he joined the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He met Sandy when he was a freshman when a friend set them up on a blind date, which backfired. Sandy managed to get sick during finals week and had to cancel the date, so later in the year they re-met at a party where Dave apparently went out of his way to avoid asking her to dance. Dave graduated from UW in 1987 with a B.A. in Business Administration and started his career at Frito Lay as a marketing manager where he drove trucks and stocked chips for training. He then changed career paths and became a technical recruiter at Microsoft. From there he became a contractor recruiter and worked at numerous hi-tech companies including SGI, Netscreen, Google, AT&T Wireless, to name a few. Dave and Sandra Oehler married on April 21, 1990. Dave loved running and participated in lots of road races over the years, with tons of T-shirts to prove it. He also loved the Huskies and Husky football where he and Sandy have had season tickets for more than 20 years. David passed away on August 18, 2008, he will be dearly missed. Dave is survived by wife Sandra "Sandy", mother Mayella, brothers Mike and Jim (Vicky), mother-in-law Donna, father-in-law Don, sister-in-law Leanne (Bruce, Olive), brother-in-law Jeff and his four legged kids Bell, Soda Pop, Bobby T and Beardsly. Gene  Buzard Initiated at BB on 1/7/1951   Entered Chapter Eternal in May  2008 "Gene" Buzard, Air Force Brigadier General (retired) passed away on May 19, 2008 after a long illness. He was born in Seattle in 1929, graduated from Seattle Preparatory High School in 1947 and then attended Seattle University and the University of Washington, where he joined Pi Kappa Alpha. Gen. Buzard received a bachelor of science degree form Troy State University, Ala, in 1974, and at the same time also graduated from the Air War College. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1951. He later entered the Aviation Cadet Program and received his silver pilot wings and commission as a second lieutenant in 1953. His first assignment was to the 44th Bomb Wing, where he flew the KC97 (tanker). During the general's 28 years of active duty in the Air Force, he became a lender in the training and operations of air refueling as a lead instructor and standardization instructor pilot. He flew in many roles, which included flying the "Looking Glass," the airborne command and control of the Strategic Air Command's Retaliatory Force. He was also the crew commander of the command crew for General Bruce K. Holloway, Commander of the Strategic Air Command. Gen. Buzard went on to be the Wing Commander of the 305th Air Refueling Wing in Indiana, Commander of the 376th Strategic Wing in Okinawa, Japan and the 43rd Strategic Wing in Guam. Gen. Buzard's final assignment was as Commander of the 19th Air Division, Strategic Air Command, at Carswell Air Force Base, Texas. After his retirement from the Air Force, Gen. Buzard settled in his childhood summer home at Beverly Beach on Whidbey Island, where he was a long time member of St. Hubert Parish in Langley, and met his beloved wife of 19 years, Naomi. He was in business as co-owner of Buzz's Wharf restaurant at Bush Point, and Radio Shack in Freeland. Gene leaves his wife, Naomi; sister Mary Coupe; brothers Ron and Cliff Buzard; and many, many friends from his Air Force days and in the greater Seattle area. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 22 at St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley. Sandy  Rice Initiated at BB on 1/20/1952   Entered Chapter Eternal in December  2007 Sanderson "Sandy" Rice ('52), died of Parkinson's disease Dec. 25 at Cottesmore nursing home in Gig Harbor. Sandy was born Feb. 28, 1928, to Kenneth S. and Olive E. Rice in Seattle. He grew up in Silverdale and Bremerton and graduated with Bremerton High School's class of 1945. He graduated from Olympic College and earned a fine arts degree and teaching certificate from the University of Washington, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. Sandy married Dora Lynn Taylor of Bremerton on July 5, 1953, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Bremerton. They lived in Bremerton a short time before moving to Monterey, Calif., where Sandy was stationed in the Army at Fort Ord. After his discharge in 1955, they lived in Steilacoom and then Parkland in Pierce County before settling in 1968 into their family home at Minter on the Key Peninsula. Sandy was a long-time art teacher at Curtis High School in University Place. At home in his art room, he brought the art world alive to thousands of students before retiring in 1990. He especially enjoyed his fellow teachers and exhibiting student work at fairs in the area. Sandy was an accomplished artist who loved painting with oils and acrylics and making pottery. He also loved hiking, backpacking and snowshoeing in the Cascades and Olympics, wildflowers, vegetable and flower gardening, big band music, and parties with friends. Sandy was a gentle soul who recognized and appreciated beauty in people, places and things. Sandy was a devoted husband and father who loved his family. Sandy was preceded in death by his wife, Dora Lynn in 2002. He is survived by his three children, Steven (Terri) of Bremerton, Jenny (Mike) Lust of Seattle and Janelle (Ken) Costa of San Antonio Tex.; sister, Karen (Clint) McCorkle of Poulsbo; and grandchildren, Joseph, Anne, Claire and Ivy. Memorial donations may be made In Memory of Sandy Rice to Washington Trails Association, 2019 Third Ave., Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98121. Richard  Ballinger Initiated at BB on 1/14/1962   Entered Chapter Eternal in December  2007 Richard Long Ballinger, Jr. ('62) died unexpectedly on December 13, 2007 at his home in West Seattle. Born on May 8, 1943 in Seattle, Washington, Dick attended Roosevelt High School and graduated from the University of Washington in 1965. He earned a Master's of Public Administration from the University of Washington in 1967. Dick worked as a housing specialist for the U.S. Depart ment of Housing and Urban Development from 1969 to 2003. For many years, he focused on issues of native housing in Alaska and Washington State. He was particularly proud of the work he did on the Hope VI Project. He believed strongly in the right of all persons to decent and affordable housing, working with groups like Habitat for Humanity until his health precluded it. In 1965, Dick married Sandra Harker, a classmate at the University of Washington. During their nearly 43 years of marriage, Dick and Sandy enjoyed traveling, going to the beach, and spending time at the island cabin they built together in the Southern Puget Sound. Dick and Sandy were also members of the Seattle Yacht Club. Dick was an avid stamp collector, a devoted follower of world political affairs, and a generous friend to many charities, including those for the feline friends he loved. Dick is survived not only by his wife but also by his daughter, Pamela, his brother, Philip, and his sisters, Karen Goodrich, Sue Hunter, and Mary Blaker. Remembrances may be made to Habitat for Humanity. William  McDonagh Jr. Initiated at BB on 9/17/1950   Entered Chapter Eternal in August  2006 William McDonagh Jr. ('50) passed away on August 6, 2006. Bill was born March 26, 1931 in Seattle and lived out his entire life in the Puget Sound area. He purchased a large farm in Arlington in 1960 so that his family could grow to appreciate the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, or "God's Country" as he put it. He relocated his family to Queen Anne Hill in 1975, where he lived out the remainder of his days. Bill graduated from Stadium High School in 1949 before heading to the University of Washington and Pi Kappa Alpha. Bill's father William Sr. ('20) was also a member of Pi Kappa Alpha. He was a Boeing Engineer and was fascinated with space, science fiction, and aviation. Bill is most remembered for his active involvement in the lives of his children. More than anything, he loved spending time with them. Bill is survived by his sister, step-mother, step-sister, his 11 children, 19 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at Evergreen-Washelli Chapel in Seattle. Gregory  Rivers Initiated at BB on 4/12/1996   Entered Chapter Eternal in July  2006 Greg Rivers ('96) passed away July 4th, 2006 in Seattle. He was born on May 2, 1977 in Spokane to Joe & Gladys Rivers. He graduated from University High School in Spokane Valley & U of W in Seattle. He lived in Seattle for the past 10 years & worked as a financial aid officer at the Art Institute of Seattle. A Memorial Service was held on July 10, at Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church in Spokane with a Graveside Service following at the Pines Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Sundown M. Ranch, PO Box 217 Selah, WA 98942. Ray  Dunlap Initiated at BB on 4/20/1947   Entered Chapter Eternal in May  2005 Ray M. Dunlap ('47) beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away on May 19, 2005, at age 77. The son of Percy (Bud) and Philena Dunlap, Ray was born March 2, 1928 and raised on the family farm outside LaConner. He graduated from LaConner High School in 1946 and the University of Washington Law School in 1953. In the Army he served with the JAG Corps. He practiced law in Seattle before opening his office in downtown Kirkland, where he stayed until his retirement in 2000. Ray married Janet Enge in 1951 and they had two sons, raising them in Kirkland and Juanita. In 1974 he married Fay Melson, residing in the Rose Hill area until their move to the beach. He was past president and very involved in the Kirkland Kiwanis Club. Ray returned to LaConner in the early nineties, living at the house Bud and Philena built overlooking Skagit Bay, where he pursued his passion for gardening, crabbing and catching a Mariner game on the radio. Ray was an excellent cook, well known for his chowders and pies, not to mention his way with a plump salmon, usually brought down from Alaska by his sister Mary on the barbecue pit. Ray was a diehard sports fan, a season ticket holder for the Huskies, Seahawks and Sonics. He loved deer hunting at his favorite spot "Cascade Camp" near Lake Chelan and was an avid history and civil war buff. He also carried on Bud's habit of gleaning the beach for wayward logs, which he would buck into a woodpile to make anyone proud. Ray was preceded in death by: his sister Shirley; and a grandson, Tony Kimm Brouillette. He will be greatly missed by his survivors: his loving wife Fay, at the family home on Golden View; his sister, Marv Davis of Anchorage, Alaska; sons, John Dunlap of Fall City, Steven Dunlap and wife Alora of Lake Stevens; stepsons Steve Brouillette and wife Cindy of Carnation; Lt. Col. Michael Brouillette and wife Stacy of Graham; grandchildren Maegen, Christopher, Natasha, Aimee and Steffany; a great-grandson, Elijah; nephews Bob Huddleston and wife Rhonda and Don Huddleston of LaConner; great-nephews Brendon and Charlie; great-nieces Carrie and Aileen; good friends Chuck Fitch and Bob Woods. Alver  Rongstad Initiated at BB on 2/1/1965   Entered Chapter Eternal in August  2004 William Alver Rongstad ('65) died on August 9, 2004 at his home in Juneau, Alaska after a long fight with cancer. He was born August 30, 1946 in Lamberton, Minnesota. Along with his wife Nancy, and their two children Kaia and Amund, they moved to Juneau in 1993. He was co-owner of Northland Audiology & Hearing Services, Inc. Prior to moving to Juneau, he lived in Fairbanks, where he headed the Communicative Disorders Program for the State of Alaska. In 2001 he received his PhD in Audiology from Vanderbit University. He held two masters degrees from the University of Washington, one in public health and the other in speech and audiology. He was a graduate of Lake Washington High School in Kirkland, and at the University of Washington he joined the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and graduated with a bachelors degree in fine arts. In 1966 he volunteered for duty in Vietnam, where he served in 101st Airborne Division as an infantryman and journalist with the American Forces Vietnam Network. His family said he considered his wife and children the treasures of his life. They said he had a lifelong admiration for his father, who he saw as a role model for his life. Brother Rongstad is survived by his wife of 17 years, Nancy Rongstad, daughter Kaia, son Amund, and his father Alver Rongstad of Bellevue. A memorial service was held on August 15ht at the Juneau-Douglas High School Atrium. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice and Home Care of Juneau. James  McCourt Initiated at BB on 1/20/1963   Entered Chapter Eternal in February  2004 Jim McCourt ('63) passed away unexpectedly on February 19, 2004. Jim was born March 9, 1944 in Pasco, and graduated from Sammamish High School in 1962. He attended the University of Washington and went to the Rose Bowl with the UW marching band. In retirement, Jim had been a volunteer at the Veteran's hospital in Seattle. He was survived by his proudest accomplishment, Jessica Ann McCourt, sister Carol McCourt Hallen, nephew Marc Hallen, and niece Amy Hallen. A service celbrating his life was held on February 28th at Green's Funeral Home in Kirkland. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Union Gospel Mission. Kenneth  McKibbin Initiated at BB on 2/6/1949   Entered Chapter Eternal in January  2004 Kenneth McKibbin ('49) passed away in January at the age of 78. His fraternity brothers recall that Ken joined Pi Kappa Alpha after serving in the navy World War II. After college he spent much of his career as a CPA, and also worked for many years for J. Elroy McCaw, the Northwest radio and television pioneer. He was living in Vancouver, WA with his wife Lynn at the time of his death. Jack  Keene Initiated at BB on 4/9/1933   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  2003 John E. "Jack" Keene ('33) was a devoted family man and member of the Seattle community and an advocate for the education of deaf children. He was born in Seattle on May 19, 1914 and died November 12, 2003. Jack was preceeded in death by Marilyn, his wife of 60 years. Survivors include his daughters Laurel (Mrs. Thomas Dowling) of Fairfax, VA, and Jennifer (Mrs. Scott Thomson) of Seattle, and five grandchildren. Jack attended Lincoln High School and received a BA in Journalism from the University of Washington. He owned Keene & Keene Advertising with brother Bob Keene ('28), and was the Membership Director for the Seattle Chamber of Commerce, and owner of Klovee Printing Company. He volunteered over 25 years as a statistician for UW football and basketball. Jack was involved in the Seattle professional sports community and a member of Rotary Club and Variety Club. Memorial donations to support education of deaf children can be sent to Child Hearing League; c/o Hearing, Speech and Deafness Center, 1620 - 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA. 98122. Gregory  Zimmer Initiated at BB on 11/23/1947   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  2003 Gregory Alan Zimmer (’47) was born on September 17, 1926 in Des Moines, Iowa. After being adopted at age 18, he changed his name to Gregory Alan Zimmer. He graduated from high school in Los Angeles, CA. After serving in the Merchant Marines during WWII, Greg moved to Seattle to attend the University of Washington. At the UW he fell in love and married Elinor Jean Christman. While at the UW, he was active in the drama department and traveled with a troupe to places like Ashland, Oregon to perform. He graduated in 1952 with a degree in Psychology, and then went on to Boston University to study Theology. He was ordained a Methodist Minister and served his first church in Malden, Massachusetts. He went on to serve churches all over Washington, including Darrington, Moses Lake, Tekoa and Farmington, Kennydale, Ballard, Ellensburg and Capital Hill. He took leave to teach middle school in the Lake Washington School District for a couple of years and then returned to the ministry in Rainier Beach and then Bellevue. He had a great love for literature and was an outspoken political and social activist. In his thirty years in the ministry he touched many souls and challenged many minds. Among the many weddings he performed were those of four of his children (without shotguns). Gregory had a beautiful tenor voice which he loved to share with others. He and his wife, Elinor gave many concerts and their musical talents enriched countless church services and other festive events. He is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Elinor, and his daughter Kathryn. Greg died November 26th. He is survived by four of his children: Marilyn Wellnitz of Poway, Ca, Barbara Zimmer of Palo Alto, CA, David Zimmer of Wasilla, AK, Jonathan Zimmer of Bellevue, WA. Donations in his memory can be sent to the Western Washington Fellowship of Reconciliation, 225 North 70th Street., Seattle, WA 98103. Bruce  Davis Initiated at BB on 4/20/1947   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  2003 Bruce Davis ('47) died in his sleep on Nov. 8, 2003. He was 76 years old. Bruce was born in Seattle on June 20, 1927, to Arthur W. and Kathryn Davis. The family lived in Seattle, Los Angeles and Denver, where Davis graduated from East Denver High School. He joined the Army in 1945 and served as a staff sergeant with the judge advocate general in Korea until he was honorably discharged to pursue his college education at the University of Washington. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and graduated with a bachelor's degree in history. Bruce met Gloria Brooks at the University of Washington in 1947 and they were married on June 12, 1948. He worked as a credit reporter in Seattle and later as a credit manager in Spokane for Dunn and Bradstreet. He and his family left Spokane in 1965 and he became the manager of the Longview Credit Bureau. In Longview he was president of the Longview Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Rotary Club. He finished his career as vice president with Equifax in Seattle, retiring in 1991. Since that time he was active as a volunteer, working with the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery and the Bellevue Botanical Gardens. He was also a volunteer instructor for Eastside Fire and Rescue in the 1980s and early 1990s. Among his many other activities, he was a Master Gardener. Bruce was a leader in the Boy Scouts of America. He and his wife enjoyed traveling to exciting destinations around the world, including Mexico, Europe, China and Australia, and recently visited the Mediterranean. They often visited their children in Portland, Ore., Pasco, Oklahoma and Philadelphia. In addition to his wife, Bruce is survived by one daughter, Deborah Brown of Portland; four sons, Robert Davis of Pasco, Larry Davis of Oklahoma City, Rick Davis of Philadelphia and Lance Davis of Oklahoma City; brother Jack Davis of Lynn-wood; sister Shirley Anne Schaudies of Everett, nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Remembrances may be made to Friends of Issaquah Salmon Hatchery, c/o Gestin Suttle, 125 W. Sunset Way, Issaquah, WA 98027, or the Bellevue Botanical Gardens. Clarence  Chambers Jr. Initiated at BB on 4/20/1947   Entered Chapter Eternal in September  2003 Clarence Conrad Chambers (’47) died at him home in Escondido, CA on September 5th, 2003. He was born in Seattle, WA., June 7th, 1924. He graduated from Roosevelt High School and then enlisted in the Army Air Force in 1943. He was stationed in the Pacific and served in the 10th Emergency Rescue Boat Squadron. After the war he attended the University of Washington and joined Pi Kappa Alpha in 1947. Mr. Chambers came from a family full of Pi K A’s, including his father Clarence Sr. (BB ’14), his uncle Charles Chambers (BB ’16), and his brother John (BB ’47). He received a bachelor's degree in accounting and in 1959 a law degree from the UW. He practiced law and operated two apple orchards until his retirement six years ago. He was a member of the Washington State Bar and the King County Bar Association. Mr. Chambers is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ann Chamness Chambers of Escondido; daughters and son-in-laws Katherine and Gary Staebler of Paway, CA. and Mary Ann and Peter White of Seattle; grandchildren, Mark, Mary Violet, Jesse and Sam. California Funeral Alternatives in Escondido is handling arrangements of a cremation with scattering of his ashes at sea. Richard  Malone Initiated at BB on 1/7/1951   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  2002 Richard D. Malone passed away on Friday, November 29. He was 72 years old. Dick Malone was born on August 16, 1930, in Snoqualmie, Washington. Soon after birth, his family moved to Longview, Washington where he attended public schools and met his wife Donna. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington, and became a Registered Professional Engineer in the state of California. Upon graduation, he was recruited and hired as a Junior Professional in the Engineering Division of Public Works at China Lake. As a newly married couple, Dick and Donna arrived at China Lake in the summer of 1953. In 1956, Dick attended Officer's Candidate School in Newport Rhode Island, where he was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Navy and served in active duty for three years. In 1959, Dick and family returned to China Lake where he resumed his engineering duties, as well as beginning service as an officer in the local Seabee unit RMCB 17, sub unit 11-2, serving as its Commanding Officer from 1965 until 1972. In the Public Works Department at China Lake, Dick served in several supervisory capacities, eventually becoming Head of the Engineering Division. Dick retired from the military as a Captain in the Naval Reserves in 1984, and finally from civil service in 1991. His volunteer work included several years of service on the St. Michael's Episcopal Church vestry, and over 10 years of service to the corporate body and board of directors of the Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. He and his wife Donna enjoyed many happy years of marriage together, celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this past summer. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who gave unselfishly to all. He will be missed by many. Dick is survived by his wife Donna, son Bob and wife Lorraine of Grand Rapids, Michigan; daughter Barbara St. Denis and husband Gene with three of his grandchildren John, Cheyenne and Eric of South Lake Tahoe; daughter Kathy LaFromboise and husband Tim with two of his grandchildren Alicia and David of Ridgecrest. His 95-year old mother, Dorothy, and three younger brothers, Tom, Larry, Arthur, their wives and children, also survive Dick. Robert  Woock Initiated at BB on 9/26/1938   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  2002 Bob Woock was born in Ashford, WA on April 2, 1917 and died on November 25, 2002 in Rancho Santa Margarita after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Bob grew up in Washington, graduated from the University of Washington with the class of 1942 and was President of Pi Kappa Alpha. He became a Navy Pilot, and married Barbara Crane on April 29, 1944, the day he received his Pilot's wings, in Corpus Christi TX. They remained married throughout his life. During World War II Bob flew off the aircraft carrier Makin Island in the Pacific. After the war Bob remained in the Navy Reserves, and he and Barbara return to Seattle, WA. He had two daughters, Renee in 1947 and Sheila in 1949. Bob was called back to active duty during the Korean War and was stationed in Corpus Christi where he was a flight instructor. While in Texas, Bob and Barbara had their son Paul in 1955. Later that year the family settled in Tustin, CA. Bob became the Regional Vice President of Occidental Life Insurance Company of North Carolina, in charge of seven western states, until he retired. He and Barbara moved to La Quinta, CA in 1986 so he could play as much golf as he wanted! They also traveled extensively but always squeezed in a round or two of golf. Throughout his life Bob was a member of the Million-Dollar Round table, active in the Kiwanis Club, the Men's group of the National Assistance League, and a founding member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Tustin. He is survived by his wife Barbara, three children, two grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Gene  Cook Initiated at BB on 11/22/1925   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  2002 Eugene "Gene" Cook died Saturday, November 23, 2002, at the Panorama City Convalescent facility in Lacey, Washington. He was 95. Brother Cook was born Dec. 7, 1906, at Madras, Ore., to William Riley and Pearl Annie (Cary) Cook. He graduated from high school at Madras. He went on to the University of Washington, where he was a placekicker on the football team in the 1920s. To this day he holds the national drop-kick distance record for college football. An all-American, Gene had played in the Rose Bowl. After college, Gene went to work in the Hoquaim School District and remained there throughout his career, eventually rising to the position of Assistant Superintendent. In 1970, Mr. Cook helped found the Grizzly Alumni Association for Hoquiam High School, along with Harley and Elmer Huhta, Alan McKay, Don Furu, Les Rowe, Del Giles and Tom Hedland. Tom Meyer, the group's treasurer, also described Mr. Cook, a former neighbor of his, as a "very gentle and caring person." Gene retired in the early 1970s. He also was very active in Hoquiam Kiwanis Club and YMCA and was a longtime member of the Hoquiam Presbyterian Church. He lived in Hoquiam for 35 years and also in Sun City, Calif., for a time before moving to Panorama City, Washington. He is survivored by his cousin, Ray Terhune of Solana Beach, Calif. A graveside service was held on Friday, November 29th, at the Masonic Memorial Park in Tumwater. Greg  Weeks Initiated at BB on 10/17/1968   Entered Chapter Eternal in October  2002 Gregory Weeks, age 55, passed away October 17th in his home surrounded by his loving family. Greg resided in Ferndale, Washington and was raised in Normandy Park. His immediate family includes his wife, Patricia, and his three children, Anne Sherwood, Tom Weeks and Adam Weeks. He is the son of the late Harold Edward Weeks and he is survived by his mother, Marjorie Jean Weeks, his sister, Marjorie Miller and a brother, Edward Weeks. Greg was employed by Western Washington University as a campus policeman for twenty-eight years. He graduated from the University of Washington in 1969 with a degree in Political Science. His interests included politics, history and fishing. But, when asked of his hobbies, Greg would tell you his one hobby was his family. Church services were held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church on October 24th. Ralph  Seamens Initiated at BB on 1/20/1952   Entered Chapter Eternal in September  2002 Ralph was born in Seattle on October 12, 1932, and passed away September 18, 2002 after a brief illness. He graduated from West Seattle High School in 1950 and the UW in 1954. His career and activities included memberships in the American Institute of CPAs, the Washington Society of CPAs, both the Seattle and West Seattle Chambers of Commerce, the UW Alumni Association, Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity, Kiwanis, West Seattle Hi-Yu, the Rainier Club, the Washington Athletic Club, Rainier Golf Club, the 34th District Republicans, the West Seattle Eagles and the American Legion. After the refounding of Pi K A in 1979 Ralph was the alumni corporation treasurer for a number of years. He was also the owner of Seamens & Company CPA firm. Ralph's great love of travel took him to his second home in Kona, Hawaii, many Husky games and to Alaska and Canada to fish and find native art for this collection. Ralph is survived by daughters Karen Wissing, Jill Gilliam, and Renee Thorngate; their mother Joan King, grandchildren, Laura and Mark Wissing, Rachel Seamens, and Jacob and Camden Thorngate. A memorial service was held on September 28th at Admiral Congregational UCC. Memorials can be made to the Fred Hutchinson Center. Max  Pillar Initiated at BB on 4/7/1940   Entered Chapter Eternal in May  2002 Max F. Pillar died Friday, May 24th 2002 at home in Sun Lakes, Arizona. He attended Lincoln High School and the University of Washington, where he majored in music. He formed his own band in 1987, and quickly became known as the "King of dance music." Thousands of Seattlelites danced to his big band sound. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary, son Gary Pillar and daughter Georgia Johnson; stepchildren Karen McDonald, Sharon Davis and Michael Charles; grandchildren Erin and Brendon Coughlin, Amy and Ryan Pillar; one great grandchild, Gabriel Coughlin. We will miss our "Music Man", but know that he is on the "Sunny side of the street". Steve  Haugseth Initiated at BB on 2/1/1967   Entered Chapter Eternal in March  2002 Stephen S. Haugseth ('67) passed away March 27, 2002, surrounded by family and loving friends after a long courageous battle with melanoma cancer. He was born Dec. 21, 1947 in New Rockford, N.D., the oldest child of Enoch and Signe Haugseth of Mercer Island. He graduated from Mercer Island High School and then attended University of Washington, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha. In 1970 he obtained a bachelor’s degree in business, with a focus on marketing and transportation logistics. In 1976, he joined Continental Airlines as flight attendant, where he worked until 1983. He was a flight attendant for United Airlines from 1984 until his death. He enjoyed skiiing, sailing, camping, fishing and hiking. His love of life, his wonderful smile, his contagious laugh and endless stories will truly be missed. Surviving are his wife, Janet Robbins, parents Enoch & Signe Haugseth, sisters Kristine (Steini) Haugseth, Julie (Rick) Arnevick, Jill (D.R.) Hendel, and three nephews, Enok, Thor and Jeffrey, and many wonderful friends who will dearly miss him. A Memorial Celebration was held Tuesday, April 9, 2002, at the Mercer Island Beach Club. Donations to Hospice of Kitsap County, 3100 Bucklin Hill Rd., Suites 100/101, Silverdale, WA. 98383. John  Peterson Initiated at BB on 2/9/1958   Entered Chapter Eternal in February  2002 John Joel Peterson ('58) a horseman, gardener, electrical engineer, and longtime fixture of Woodside, CA died on February 6 from a stroke at the age of 62. A memorial service was held at his home on February 16th. Since 1986, John and his wife Kathleen hosted an annual potluck barbecue for the neighborhood, an event many residents credit with nurturing a strong sense of community within their neighborhood. The Petersons moved to Woodside in 1976, because they wanted horses, a big garden, and "a little room around them." Brother Peterson was born in Tacoma, Washington, in 1939. He was an Eagle Scout and played high school football. He received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Washington, where he was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity, played jazz bass in the fraternity band, and was stage manager for the Meany Hall Auditorium. John and Kathleen were married in 1961 and had shared 40 years of marriage before his death. John worked in the aerospace industry for companies including Boeing, Lockheed, and Douglass Aircraft, where he worked on the third stage of the Saturn rocket. In 1967 they moved to the Bay Area where he received his masters in electrical engineering with emphasis on computers from San Jose State. He went on to work for Precision Instruments, Precision Echo, Memorex, Ampex, and Nikon Precision Research. In addition to his wife, John is survived by his son, Brian Peterson of San Francisco, daughter Vicky Peterson of San Jose, and sister Sue Thom of Seattle. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made in John's memory to the SETI Institute: http://www.seti.org/teamseti.html. Robert  Williams Initiated at BB on 2/6/1949   Entered Chapter Eternal in January  2002 Robert Williams died Jan. 9, 2002 at his home in Rochester, Minnesota following a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 19, 1926, in Power, Mont., he graduated from Queen Anne High School in Seattle in 1944 and served in the Army from 1945 to 1947, with duty in Germany. On Oct. 11, 1949, he married Juliana A. Becker. He graduated from the University of Washington in 1951, began his employment with Travelers Insurance in 1952 and organized Rochester's first Medicare office in 1966. After the company moved to Bloomington, Minn., in 1978, he became patient accounts manager for Saint Marys Hospital in 1979. In 1980, he returned to Travelers and worked there until his retirement in 1987. Mr. Williams became a charter member of Sertoma in 1960, was a member of the Rochester Jaycees and Elks Lodge 1091, a past president of Soiree Dance Club, a life member of American Legion Post 92, and a member of Voiture 327 of the 40 & 8. He was a past president and life member of the Rochester Archery Club, served as president of the Southeastern Minnesota Archery League and was district governor of the Minnesota Archery Association. In 1994, he became the first president of French Creek Central Homeowners Association. He had articles published in the Archery Digest, National Bowhunters and The Saturday Evening Post, and his poems were published in the National Library of Poetry. He also enjoyed camping and playing table tennis. Survivors include his wife; five daughters, Marilyn (Kent) Rahn of St. Louis Park, Minn., Jeanne (Mike) Byron of Rochester, Donna (Rob) Chisholm of Depoe Bay, Ore., Bonny (Rick) Herman of Apple Valley, Minn., and Mary Diane (James) Jacobs of Bozeman, Mont.; a son, Robert J. of Burnsville, Minn.; and six grandchildren. Hugh  Benton Jr. Initiated at BB on 1/1/1926   Entered Chapter Eternal in December  2001 Hugh Benton Jr. ('26) died of congestive heart failure on December 3, 2001 in Bellevue, Washington. He was 94. Mr. Benton lived and worked his entire life in the Seattle area. He was born December 10, 1906, in the town of Ravenna. He attended Roosevelt High School in Seattle and the University of Washington, pledging Pi Kappa Alpga in 1927 and graduating in 1930 with a Law degree. He specialized in real estate law and became a partner in White & Bollard, a Seattle mortgage firm, which in the early 1950's financed several large residential and commercial developments on the Eastside including Mercerwood, Newport Hills and the Andover Industrial Park. After the company was sold in 1959 Mr. Benton continued to represent selected real estate developers and property management firms. He married E. Patience Simenstad on January 23, 1931. They lived in Seattle for 12 years, then moved to Medina in 1943. They have been members of Overlake Golf & Country Club since 1955. He served as Water Commissioner and Planning Commissioner for the City of Medina. Lee  Sabin Initiated at BB on 1/7/1951   Entered Chapter Eternal in July  2001 Lee Sabin ('51) passed away in July 2001 at home on Mercer Island. William  Chace Initiated at BB on 1/27/1929   Entered Chapter Eternal in May  2001 William "Bill" Chace ('29) passed away on Friday, May 11th, 2001. Born on July 26, 1909, brother Chace enrolled at the University of Washington whered he studied Fisheries and rowed for the crew team in the early '30s. After college Bill co-founded the Coffee Corral restaurants, a Seattle staple for several decades, though none remain today. Bill eventually sold his interest in the Pancake Corral and in 1958 started and owned Chace's Pancake Corral, a Bellevue restaurant for over forty years. It was here that Bill spent most of his days. Up at 3:30 every morning Bill would be at restaurant by 4, preparing the batters and starting up the music (usually Dixieland or jazz). It wasn't until age 89 when he finally quit driving to the restaurant daily, but Bill still kept the payroll books from home. He is survived by his wife Lois R. Chace, sons William Tony and Michael, daughters Lorraine, Nancy, Ada, and Jane, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren Gary  Armour Initiated at BB on 9/22/1952   Entered Chapter Eternal in January  2001 Gary Armour (’52) was tragically killed after sustaining serious injuries in a car accident near his home on January 26, 2001. Gary was diabetic, and apparently went into insulin shock and lost control of his care when returning to his home in West Vancouver, British Columbia after running errands. Originally from Canada, Gary had pledged at Pi Kappa Alpha while completing his teaching certification at the UW. He achieved much success in his field and retired after serving as an Elementary School Principal for many years. A memorial service was held on January 30th at St. David’s church in West Vancouver, and brother Don Jenne (’53) spoke at the service. Additionally, a wake will be held for Gary in the spring. Richard  Bergholz Initiated at BB on 11/10/1935   Entered Chapter Eternal in December  2000 Richard Cady Bergholz passed away from a stroke on December 26, 2000 at the age of 83. Richard was a 1935 initiate of Pi Kappa Alpha and graduated from the UW with a degree in Journalism in 1938. He worked as a journalist for many years, and in the early 1960s worked for the LA Times and was famous for criticizing President Richard Nixon up until his political downfall. Bergholz used his articles in the paper to Nixon's allegations that his political opponent, Pat Brown, was soft on communism. When Nixon lost the governor's race he was famously quoted as saying "You won't have Nixon to kick around anymore" to Bergholz. Brother Bergholz lived in Pasadena,CA with his wife Elizabeth until the time of his death. Bruce  Ellingson Initiated at BB on 1/14/1962   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  2000 Bruce Ellingson passed away on November 8, 2000 in Seattle. He is survived by his son, Michael Ellingson, who lives in Selah, WA. Robert  Keene Initiated at BB on 1/22/1928   Entered Chapter Eternal in September  2000 Robert Arnold Keene (’28) passed away in September of 2000. As true and loyal a Pi Kappa Alpha as has ever been initiated at the University of Washington, Bob Keene was a fixture of our fraternity for 72 years, from his initiation until his recent passing. Bob attended every Founders’ Day celebration at our chapter from 1928 to 2000, and in the 1990s the award for alumni participation was re-named after him. The fraternity will sorely miss this dearly beloved Pi K A. Rexford  Sears Initiated at BB on 1/10/1937   Entered Chapter Eternal in June  2000 Rex Cummins Sears ('37) died on June 7, 2000 after a brief illness, at the age of 84. Brother Sears was involved in the Alaska shipping industry before World War II. He was often sought out by governmental agencies and elected officials for his expertise on shipping goods between the Puget Sound area and Alaska. He was a University of Washington graduate and a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. In 1961, Mr. Sears founded Pacific Alaska Forwarders Inc., which introduced freight consolidation and forwarding to the Alaska shipping community. Freight consolidation saves the Alaska shipping public millions of dollars yearly. Mr. Sears was one of the first to utilize this concept. Remembrances may be made to the Millionaire Club Charity, Inc., 2515 Western Ave., Seattle 98121. Rodney  Johnston Initiated at BB on 1/17/1932   Entered Chapter Eternal in March  2000 Rodney L. Johnston (‘32) passed away on March 1, 2000 of natural causes. Brother Johnston was born Oct. 22, 1913 in Skagway. He earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering at the University of Washington in 1936. After graduation he returned to Alaska where he met Mildred Vold. The two were married May 10, 1940. Brother Johnston was employed by National Bank of Alaska until his retirement in 1962 as vice president. He was a member of the Elks, Pioneers of Alaska, Kiwanis Club and a charter member of the Petroleum Club. From 1958 to 1961, he served on the first Port Commision to build the Anchorage Port. In 1985, Rodney's first grandson, Grant Douglas Gratrix, joined Pi Kappa Alpha as a member of Gamma Delta chapter at the University of Arizona. Monte  Hanley Initiated at BB on 9/17/1950   Entered Chapter Eternal in February  2000 Monte Hanley (’50) passed away after battling liver cancer in February 2000. Monte was a former president of our chapter who came to the UW from La Conner High School. He went into the military after college and attained the rank of Lieutenant during the Korean War. He later worked for the Treasury Department briefly, and then became an agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigations. He worked for the FBI in New England, then in Alabama during the years when that state was a civil rights battleground. Finally he was transferred to Anchorage, Alaska and that is where he and his wife Alyce chose to live after he retired. Monte is survived by his wife Alyce, his brother and fellow Pi K A alumnus Merle Hanley (’49), his 5 sons, and his 5 grandchildren. George  Kippola Initiated at BB on 2/28/1954   Entered Chapter Eternal in February  2000 George J. Kippola Jr. (’54) passed away from a sudden massive heart attack Friday, Feb. 11, 2000 at his home in Edmonds, WA. George was born July 17, 1935 in Seattle to George J. Sr. and Gladys Williams Kippola. Attended schools in Tacoma, graduated Stadium High in 1953. Attended U. of W., affiliated with Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. Served in the U.S. Naval Reserve. He was a Freight Rate and Tariffs Specialist in the local trucking industry until retirement in 1995. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Children's Hospital Memorials, P.O. Box 5371, Seattle, WA. 98105 or Edmonds United Methodist Church Building Fund, 828 Caspers, Edmonds, WA. 98020. Malcolm  McClellan Initiated at BB on 4/20/1947   Entered Chapter Eternal in January  2000 Malcolm McClellan ('47) died of complications of a stroke on January 3, 2000 at the age of 72. He was born in Seattle on April 9, 1927, and after graduating from Edmonds High School, Malcolm joined the Navy Air Corps and attended school at Swarthmore in Pennsylvania. Later, he attended the University of Washington and graduated in 1948 with degrees in Journalism and Drama. In 1952 Malcolm married Helen Johnson of Polson, Montana and both were teachers in Washington and California for more than 30 years. They lived in Pacific Palisades and in Malibu. Malcolm is survived by his wife, Helen, and his son Ron. Gerald  Fields Initiated at BB on 4/12/1931   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  1999 Gerald A. Fields ('31)had been living in Menlo Park, California since 1957, died at his home November 11 at the age of 89. Born in Marysville, Washington, Mr. Fields attended the University of Washington, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and earned his bachelor's and law degrees. After being admitted to the Washington State Bar Association, he worked for San Francisco-based Sperry Flour Company, a predecessor of General Mills. During his 36 years with General Mills, Mr. Fields held various executive positions at several locations, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, and Minneapolis. Mr. Fields' interests included domestic and foreign travel, growing flowers and cultivating bonsai. Of particular note was his annual chrysanthemum garden, which family members said was a truly beautiful sight. His survivors include his wife, Kathryn "Sue"; his two sons, Gerald Fields Jr. of Saratoga and James S. Fields of Menlo Park; and two grandsons. Allen  McKenzie Initiated at BB on 10/15/1946   Entered Chapter Eternal in March  1999 Allen McKenzie ('46) November 22, 1922 - March 30, 1999. Allen was 76 when he passed away from lung cancer in Vancouver, WA, his home for the last eight years. Allen was born in Gig Harbor, WA and graduated from the University of Washington. Since his graduation, Allen was a veteran in World War II in the Army Air Corps. He worked in education from 1955 to 1981. In addition to being a Pi Kappa Alpha alumnus, Allen was a member of the United States Power Squadron, the Hazel Dell Elks Lodge, and the Tyee Yacht Club. Contributions can be made in his name to the U.S. Power Squadron Educational Fund, PO Box 31664, Raleigh NC 27622. Wesley  Hunner Initiated at BB on 1/30/1927   Entered Chapter Eternal in December  1998 Wesley Louis Hunner ('27) April 30, 1907 - December 19, 1998. Wesley grew up in Republic, WA and graduated from Jefferson High School in Portland. He was initiated into the bonds of Pi Kappa Alpha while an undergraduate, but returned to the UW to earn both his master’s degree and Ph.D. in English. For many years he was a professor of Humanistic Social Studies in the school of engineering in Washington State University’s Seattle program. Thomas  Taylor Initiated at BB on 10/3/1980   Entered Chapter Eternal in December  1998 Tom Taylor ('80) September 1, 1960 - December 24, 1998. Much loved brother Tom Taylor of Gamma class passed away on December 24th, 1998 in Anchorage, Alaska. Tom pursued a career in the construction industry during the past fifteen years, and was a lover of snow sports, fishing, "tinkering," and most of all, people. Memorials in Tom’s name may be sent to Providence Alaska Foundation, P.O. Box 196604, Anchorage, AK 99519-6604. Harold  Anderson Initiated at BB on 1/25/1925   Entered Chapter Eternal in October  1998 Harold W. "Bud" Anderson ('25) Age 92, of Seattle. Beloved husband of Margaret Also surviving are his daughters Joan (Mrs. Frank) Shaver, of Bellevue, and Ruth M. Anderson (her husband, Ralph Moore) of Vashon, a son, James F. (his wife Patricia) Anderson, of Mercer Island; four grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and one great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his son, Thomas M. Anderson. A 1928 garaduate of the University of Washington Law School, Bud between the years of 1933 and 1970 served as an attorney for five agencies of the Federal Government in Seattle, including twelve years as Clerk, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, from which he retired in 1970. He was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, the College Club, Past State President of the NARFE, and President of the Federal Court Clerks Association. Dean  Bigby Initiated at BB on 4/7/1940   Entered Chapter Eternal in August  1998 Dean Bigby ('40) September 30, 1920 - August 21, 1998. Dean grew up in Vancouver, Washington, graduated from Goldendale High School in 1938, and then joined Pi Kappa Alpha as a sophmore at the UW. His time in the house was brief because he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps and rose to the rank of Captain while serving his country from 1942 to 1946. He later returned to school, received a degree in mechanical engineering in 1951, and went on to pursue a career with the Boeing Company. He retired in 1992, and his wife, Elsie L. Seibold, passed away in 1995. John  Barber Initiated at BB on 1/7/1967   Entered Chapter Eternal in August  1998 John C. Barber ('67) July 20, 1948 - August 10, 1998. John was born in Wenatchee, WA and passed away at the age of 50 in Lynnwood, WA. After being a valuable member of Pi Kappa Alpha, John went on to become the Program Manager of Assessment and Evaluation for the Edmonds School District. In addition, he served as a testing and assessment consultant for Seattle and various other cities and school districts nationwide. As per his obituary in the Seattle Times, "John will be remembered for his laugh, the twinkle in his eye, and his love for his family." A trust for his children is established and contributions may be sent in Barb Barber's name to 5610 149th Place SW, Edmonds, WA 98026. Jerrold  Jones Initiated at BB on 1/20/1963   Entered Chapter Eternal in November  1996 Jerrold A. Jones ('63) November 6, 1944 - November 19, 1996. Jerry, as he was known by his many friends, passed away in San Diego, CA from a massive heart attack. A native of Pocatello, ID, Jerry graduated in 1962 with honors from Renton High School. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington in 1967. Jerry served in the Navy from 1967 to 1979 and then began his own hair-cutting business which grew to almost 400 regular clients. Bret  Granato Initiated at BB on 6/2/1979   Entered Chapter Eternal in May  1995 Bret Granato ('79) Bret enjoyed a very successful career in Graphic Design. He served for many years as the Design Director for the largest American owned publishing company in Tokyo where he designed the Tokyo Magazine and produced many beautiful JAL inflight magazines. Immediately before his death, he completed work on two highly successful desktop books on major art collections. Bret was a member of the Alpha pledge class that refounded Beta Beta chapter at the University of Washington. He passed away on May 5, 1995.