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James D. Houdeshell ’53, a revered figure in the University of Findlay community, passed away March 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that spans decades. Born in Hancock County, Ohio Feb.1, 1931, Houdeshell graduated from Rawson High School. As an undergraduate at Findlay College, Houdeshell excelled as a multi-sport athlete, earning letters in basketball, baseball, […]
The University of Findlay is saddened by the passing of Louis F. Chenette, Ph.D. Chenette came to Findlay in February 1960 to serve as an instructor in the music department where he launched a large-scale instrumental program and formed a new band and marching band in time for a spring recital and for the first football game […]
The University of Findlay is saddened by the passing of alumnus Richard E. “Dick” Wilkin. Pastor Wilkin was a former administrator of the Churches of God, General Conference; a member of the University of Findlay’s Board of Trustees; and a longtime friend of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the University of Findlay. Wilkin graduated […]
University of Findlay is saddened to announce the death of Professor Emeritus Dr. Edwin Stefan on Friday, Dec. 11, 2020. Dr. Stefan was a long-time Professor of Psychology at UF, serving students from 1969 until his retirement in 1995. A much-loved professor at the University of Findlay, Dr. Stefan was dedicated to inspiring students and […]
The University of Findlay is saddened to announce the passing of Trustee Emeritus George M. Showers on Thursday, July 2. George was a long-time friend and avid supporter of the University of Findlay, and was always happy to share how proud he was of it. After earning a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education, […]
James Appold, University of Findlay Trustee 1998 to 2017, passed away Thursday, April 24 at St. Luke’s Hospital at the age of 81. Appold was also president of the Library Legacy Foundation of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, a former trustee of Lourdes University, and a well-known engineer in the world of snack food. […]
It is with deep sadness that the University of Findlay announces the passing of Dr. DeBow Freed on Saturday, Feb. 8 at the age of 94. Dr. Freed’s legacy at the University of Findlay is unparalleled. His steadfast leadership helped propel the University forward to be a university known for our focus on experiential learning […]
Franklin J. Schultz, a retired University of Findlay administrator who for decades was influential in shaping the way students experienced campus life, died recently in North Charleston, South Carolina. Schultz, who began working at UF in 1969, was responsible for several endeavors that involved planning and implementation of student services on campus, such as residence […]
The University of Findlay recently lost another member of its family. Our colleague and friend Marty Carrigan, an associate professor of business in the College of Business, died on Monday, April 3. Professor Carrigan began working for UF in 1997. He taught business law at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. He earned a Bachelor […]
Catherine Moore Freed passed away in her home in Ada, Ohio on November 25, 2016. She was the daughter of a prominent Army physician and grew up at their stations in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Panama, and Hawaii. She held Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees from the University of Texas, Master of […]
