ALUMNI

Maryann Mavis Munro Scott ’47 of Seabeck, Wash., died April 4, 2025.

Kathleen McElwain McGoffin ’51 of Tacoma died Feb. 3, 2025.

Sally McClean Cooper ’52 of Centralia, Wash., died March 19, 2025. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in education and was a member of Chi Omega. Her spouse, Clyde Cooper ’54 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Gwenn Huschke Fischer ’52 of Morgan, Minn., died April 22, 2025.

Vivas Macoskey ’52 of Butler, Pa., died May 17, 2025. Her spouse, Robert Macoskey ’51 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Herbert McKay ’52 of Tacoma died Jan. 15, 2025, in Milwaukie, Ore.

Jo Ann Fosiy Read ’52 of Spokane, Wash., died May 9, 2025. She was a member of Alpha Phi. Her spouse, W. Russell Read ’51 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Phillip T. Funke ’54 of Newtown, Pa., died April 8, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. His sister, Catherine Jones ’49 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Nancy Salmon ’58 of Portland died Feb. 16, 2025.

Charles “Jack” Falskow ’59, P’97 of Tacoma died Feb. 13, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and was a member of Sigma Nu. Survivors include his son John Falskow ’97 and nephew Eric Jensen ’86. His siblings, Guy Falskow Jr. ’60 and Katherine Desberg ’52 (both now deceased), were also Loggers.

Michael Paulus ’60 of Gig Harbor, Wash., died June 7, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in geology, was a member of Sigma Nu, and played on the golf team. His spouse, Sally Ann Paulus ’58 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Jack Rummel ’61 of Longmont, Colo., died March 10, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and was in student government, Tamanawas, Sigma Chi, and Intrafraternity Council. His spouse, Lynne Rummel ’61 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Gary E. Snyder ’62 of Edgewood, Wash., died May 12, 2025. He studied mathematics, played in the university’s jazz band, and was a member of Theta Chi. Survivors include his spouse, Jo Ann Snyder ’66.

Allan Barnes ’63 of Vancouver, Wash., died Feb. 27, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in social science.

Alex G. Bennett ’63 of Bedford, Texas, died May 6, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics, was involved in student government, was a member of Phi Delta Theta, served on the homecoming committee, and was an Intercollegiate Knight. Survivors include his spouse, Dorothy G. Ghylin-Bennett ’67, and a cousin, Alan Worden ’63.

Josette S. Cella Maddison ’63, P’92 of Idaho Falls, Idaho, died April 13, 2025. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. Survivors include her spouse, David Maddison ’62, and daughter, Lisette Maddison ’92. Her sister, Evelyne Armstrong ’64 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Sally Hanson Flaherty ’64, P’99, P’05, P’09 of Gig Harbor, Wash., died April 5, 2025. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology and political science, was a member of Pi Beta Phi, and volunteered on the alumni reunion committee. Survivors include her children: Katharine Pusztai ’99, Christine Flaherty ’05, and Michael Flaherty ’09; and brother Warren Hanson ’62.

Galen “Gary” Willis ’64, MBA’64, P’02 of Burien, Wash., died June 3, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and a Master of Business Administration, and he was a member of the swimming team and Sigma Chi. Survivors include his spouse, Nancy Willis ’65; and son, Lehrer Willis ’02.

Gordon Besel ’65 of Colbert, Wash., died May 15, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration.

Stanley Cross ’65, MEd’65 of Puyallup, Wash., died April 5, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and a Master of Education degree.

Philip W. John, Jr., ’66 of Dallas died April 30, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science.

Lynn Loomis Wolfe ’66 of Salem, Ore., died July 27, 2024. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics. Survivors include a niece, Taylor Trembly ’18. Her spouse, Thomas Wolfe ’65 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Linda Reeves Wylder ’67, P’88, GP’24 of Lake Oswego, Ore., died Aug. 28, 2024. Survivors include her spouse, Jim Wylder '66, daughter Leslie Greger ’88, and granddaughter Liana Greg ’24.

Lydia Topolski Jonas ’69 of Gig Harbor, Wash., died April 20, 2025. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in education. Survivors include her spouse, Trent Jonas ’68.

Janice George ’70 of Gig Harbor, Wash., died April 21, 2025. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. Survivors include her spouse, Michael George ’66.

James E. Kirkebo ’71 of Lakewood, Wash., died June 7, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration and was a member of the university’s golf team.

Thomas E. Leavitt ’71, JD’75, P’10 of Seattle died June 15, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree. As a student, he was involved in KUPS and student government, where he was elected ASUPS president. He pursued a career in law and was elected to the university’s Board of Trustees in 1990, serving more than 25 years. Survivors include his spouse, Darcy Goodman JD’75, P’10; son Alex Leavitt ’10; nephew Joseph Campbell ’98; and niece Elizabeth Campbell ’02. In 2010, the Leavitts wrote a story for Arches about their son, Alex, which was one of the most-commented-on stories in the magazine’s history. To access the story, go to pugetsound. edu/thomasleavitt.

We learned in June of the death of Tom Reppun ’71, P’99 of Honolulu. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and was a member of Beta Theta Pi, Phi Sigma honor society, and Circle K. Survivors include his spouse, Marilyn Reppun ’71; and son, Alika Reppun ’99.

Marvin L. Lindmark ’73 of Overland Park, Kan., died May 24, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration.

Randall Murch ’74 of Manassas, Va., died May 28, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, played on the football team, and was involved in Hui O Hawai’i (now Ka ’Ohana Me Ke Aloha) and the Phi Sigma honor society. In 2010, he received an Award for Professional Achievement. Survivors include his spouse, Liane Murch ’75.

Dave N. Scott ’74 of Tacoma died Jan. 11, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration.

Douglas G. Wilburn ’74 of St. George, Utah, died May 21, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. We learned in April of the passing of David Hildebrand ’75, P’08 of Lake Forest Park, Wash., who died April 16, 2024. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. Survivors include his spouse, Terri Hildebrand ’76; so Robert Hildebrand ’08; sister Susan Hildebrand Pickrell ’78; and sister-inlaw Carol Smith ’74. His brother-in-law, Louis Lepp ’77 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Karen Kiyoko Kiyabu ’76 of Honolulu died March 23, 2025. She studied anthropology and political science at Puget Sound.

Care J. Dressel Tuk ’76 of Wasilla, Alaska, died March 29, 2025. Her spouse, William Tuk ’76 (now deceased), was also a Logger.

Jim Barnecut JD’77 of Seattle died Dec. 18, 2024. He earned a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree.

Phil D. McGaughey ’81, MBA’81 of Heber Springs, Ark., died March 1, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration as well as a Master of Business Administration degree.

Judy Knight Hollar MEd’82 of Lacey, Wash., died May 29, 2025. She earned a Master of Education degree.

Craig A. Shaw ’82 of University Place, Wash., died May 12, 2025. He majored in business administration and played on the university’s football team. We learned in April of the death of Raphielle Gennette Chynoweth ’87 of Puyallup, Wash. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy and was a member of Alpha Phi.

Valerie Jordan ’87 of Brusly, Calif., died April 4, 2025. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy.

Ken Kramer ’92 of Tacoma died April 21, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and business administration.

Sister Charlotte Ann Van Dyke (Sister Paulette) JD’92 of Seattle died April 30, 2025. She earned a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree.

Jeremy (Jerry) Gallagher Van Fredenberg ’98 of Normandy Park, Wash., died March 5, 2025. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration.

 

FACULTY, STAFF, AND FRIENDS OF THE UNIVERSITY

Bonnie Grondahl of Tacoma died June 11, 2025. She worked for more than 25 years in the university bookstore and was remembered for her work ethic, longevity, and gracious nature. Trustee emeritus Thomas E. Leavitt ’71, JD’75, P’10 (see alumni listings).

Trustee emeritus William “Bill” Neukom P’94, Hon.’06 of Seattle died July 14, 2025. He was the chief lawyer at Microsoft for nearly 25 years and served as a trustee at Puget Sound from 1995 to 2006. In 1997, he and his four children created the Neukom Family Endowed Scholarship, which supports students from traditionally underrepresented groups in higher education who demonstrate academic excellence and a desire to improve their community. Survivors include daughter, Gillian Neukom Toledo ’94; and son-in-law, Robert Toledo ’94.