The following were Arlington students from the Classes of 1963-1968 with whom we may have crossed paths.
Obituaries will be found below the roll.
Please remember them and cherish
the great memories we had with each of them.
Margaret Anne Agee
Judith A. Anderson
Jon B. Anderson
John Richard Atkins
Barbara Criswell Beattie
Phillip James Beckwith
Thomas William Blunk
Maj. Fred William Bowman Jr
Linda S. Burrows
Robert Eugene Cashman
Mara Caune
John “Andy” Clemens
Linda Sue (Craig) Bailey
Terry Kay Appleby Creeth
Richard L. Curl
Cathy Lynn Dennis
Gary Dickhaus
Joseph B. Duncan
Janice D. Dunkelbarger
Robert J. Erikson
Stephen L. Ernest
Ronald Everman
Brian L. Everman
Barbara Gayle Gilliland Fillenwarth
Judith Ann (Flater) Hill
James W. Fleming
Leslie "Les" Harold Flick
Susan M. Gilbert
Rita (Gilley) O'Neil
Judy G. Likens Hammond
Gary B. Hanes
Stephen Kent Harpold
Natalie S. (Henning) Spencer
Lucy (Herndon) Canada
Charles F. “Chuck” Holdaway
Charles "Chuck" Hood
Joseph Jones
Linda Sue Jones
Timothy J. Kennedy
R.H. Kingery
James E. Kirkman
Ralph Douglas "Doug" LeMaster
Betty Jane Leonard
Steven Edward Loman
David R. MacAleese
Roselynn A. McAlister
Stephen Edward McDonald
Paul N. Menser
Steven Russell Meyer
Michael Francis (Mike) Caron
David Lee Milam
Harold “Harry”, “Butch” Joseph Milli
Susan Wente Muller
Nancy L. Myers
Kim O'Connor
Jon S. Odell
Deborah M. Owens
Michael F. Pavey
Howard Douglas "Doug" Pickering
Marilynn L. Parsons Price
Sandra Kay “Sandy” Pryor
Dan S. Ratz
Sarah “Sally” Katharine Renfro
Larry Jay Roberts
Gregory L. "Greg" Schilling
Anthony J. Shelton
Deborah Kay (Shure) Smith
Phyllis Ann Sinclair
H.R. "Bud" Sites
William R. "Bill" Syrus
Dana D. Tygrett
Don Wann
David Louis Wilson
Thomas R. "Tommy" Wysong
Jon Bruce Anderson
January 31, 1949 – April 23, 2023
Jon Bruce Anderson, 74, of Lebanon, Indiana, departed this life at his home on Sunday, April 23, 2023. Jon was born January 31, 1949 in Indianapolis to the late George Robert & Marjory “Peggy” (Potter) Anderson. Jon grew up and attended schools in Indianapolis and then earned his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and then earned his MBA from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California.
Jon worked most of his life as senior consultant in human resources for a handful of international corporations, including, BMI, R.R. Donnelley, Littlefuse and East West Associates. He enjoyed living in Shanghai, China for over 25 years. He was a ‘fixer’ for these organizations and left a lasting legacy of his dedication and loyalty.
As a proud Purdue alum, he was a member of the John Purdue Club and also played trombone with the Purdue Alumni Band.
Jon is survived by his wife, Srirat “Mam” Anderson; sons, Jon Anderson, Jeremy (Susan) Anderson, Justin (Gretchen) Anderson, Jason (Stephanie) Anderson & Jeffrey (Bailey Topper) Anderson; siblings,
Margaret (Dennis) Barlow, Eric (Margaret) Anderson & Kathy Wilson; several grandchildren and nieces & nephews. Jon was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Dennis Barlow.
Prayer services for Jon will begin at 10:00am on Sunday, April 30th at Wat Indiana Buddha Vanaram, 8100 Sargent Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46256. Final prayers will begin at 2:30 pm at Leppert Mortuary – Nora Chapel followed by cremation.
Memorial contributions in Jon’s name are suggested to: Indiana Buddhist Center, 9260 E. 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leppertmortuarynora.com for the Anderson family.
Thomas William Blunk
Died: Friday, March 18, 2022,
Thomas William Blunk,74, of Woodstock, Georgia passed away on Friday, March 18, 2022, at Emory/St. Joseph's Hospital with his loving wife by his side. Tom was born on February 4, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is survived by his wife Susan Drew Blunk and his children, James William Blunk and Sara Elizabeth (Richard) Franka, and their children, Karla, Lucas, and Jacob. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Audra Blunk.
Tom graduated from Miami University, Miami, Ohio, in 1970 where he was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. He also earned a degree in 1979 from Butler University's MBA program in Indianapolis, Indiana. Tom was a member of the Mensa Society. He worked as a health plan management consultant for local and national companies until his retirement in 2002. He moved from Indianapolis to Atlanta in 1978.
Tom generously volunteered for his son's Boy Scout troop, the Pope High School Band Parent Association (committees and treasurer), and several neighborhood committees and boards. Tom had a musical talent displayed by singing with the Immaculate Heart of Mary choir, the Kennesaw University Community & Alumni Choir, and the Michael O'Neal Singers. He loved playing the guitar and piano.
He enjoyed playing tennis, water volleyball, and white-water rafting. Tom was a voracious reader and also enjoyed his chosen hobby of woodworking.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 25, 2022, from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Lakeside Funeral Home located at 121 Claremore Drive, Woodstock, GA.
Those wishing to send online condolences may do so at www.LakesideFuneralHomeGa.com. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the American Diabetes Association, https://www.diabetes.org, or a charity of your choice.
Fountaintown, Indiana
Charles (Chuck) F. Holdaway, 78, of Fountaintown passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7th with his wife by his side. Chuck was born November 14, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Charles Holdaway and Frances Marie Pomeroy Holdaway. He was preceded in death by his parents, nephew, Andy Turner and niece, Kelly Turner.
He is survived by his wife, Stephanie Anne Miller (Sam) Holdaway; brother, Ronald Steven (Delores) Holdaway; sisters, Carol Ann (Mike) McClarnon, Cheryl Lynn (Kevin) Kinz, Cynthia Louise (Jim) Leffel, and Cathy Furgerson.
Chuck grew up in Indianapolis and attended Broad Ripple and Arlington High Schools where he made many lifelong friends before heading to college at Indiana University. While at Indiana he won his weight class in the 1965 Indiana AAU Wrestling Tournament and was named the tournament’s outstanding wrestler.
Chuck also served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War (1969-1970) with Bravo Company, 2nd Bn. 1st Infantry Regiment, Americal Division and earned the rank of Staff Sargeant. He was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge (CIB), a Bronze Star, a Bronze Star with “V” device for valor, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm Leaf, the Vietnam Service Medal with 4 campaign service stars and several marksmanship awards. He was one of the founding members of 2/1 Chapter of the Americal Division Veterans Association and served as the chapter commander for its first 6 years. When he stepped down as commander, he was voted onto the ADVA Executive Council where he served 4 years and was also the Chairman of the Annual ADVA Reunion in 2021, held in Indianapolis.
Chuck also had a successful career at Indiana Bell/AT&T, where he served for 31 years, starting as a manager in the mailroom and ending as a computer network designer. After his retirement, he enjoyed working around the house, playing golf, having a few toddies with his friends and travelling with his wife, Sam. Together with Tom Crowe and Mike Weddle, he hosted an annual pig roast for over 20 years where he was often seen wearing his signature long-sleeved shirt, jeans, cowboy boots and cowboy hat.
Chuck's viewing and burial services will be held on October 23, 2023 at Flanner Buchanan (10722 E Washington St, Indianapolis, Indiana) from 10am-3pm. Following the services, there will be food and fellowship for family and friends.
As an expression of condolences, the family requests that contributions be made to the Tunnel 2 Towers or Gary Sinise Foundations in lieu of flowers.
Steven Edward Loman
January 14, 1945 — March 12, 2023
Dr. Steven Edward Loman, 78, of Noblesville, Indiana passed away peacefully on March 12th, 2023 at home surrounded by love. Steve was a true warrior during his valiant fight against Parkinsons disease. He was born January 14, 1945 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Dorance and Mary (Newland) Loman and is preceded in death by his parents, sister Karen Loman Robbins, brother-in-law Alan LaGrange and niece Jessie Hederick.
Steve was a 1963 Arlington High School graduate and earned his Bachelor’s and Doctorate Degrees from Indiana University’s School of Optometry, Bloomington, Indiana. He was President of his fraternity and loved all his SAE brothers. Steve was also an active member of Northview Church, Carmel, Indiana.
Steve is survived by his loving wife Susan, and adoring daughter Melissa (Aaron) Evans of Denver Colorado and his bonus children Joy (Ivan) Frink and AJ (Jessica) Baldridge of Carmel, Indiana. Grandwonderfuls, Jonah, Benny and Kama Jane Evans of Denver and Arianna Baldridge of Fishers.
In college, Steve and Terry Cocherham formed a band, “Steve & Terry with Full House”. They performed for the next 10 years in and around the Bloomington area. One of their fondest memories was performing live in Las Vegas the summer of 1975.
Steve was well known for his infectious smile, compassion for others, story telling, belly-laughing jokes, love for music and shepherding for God’s eternal kingdom.
Dr. Loman began his Optometry career in Indianapolis and later formed Loman Eye Care, Carmel, Indiana. Doc loved practicing and was a compassionate, caring physician and retired in 2017. He was also known to spend a great deal of time with his patients and was admired by his colleagues.
Funeral service will be held April 21st at 1:00pm in the Chapel at the Ritz Charles (12156 Illinois St. Carmel, IN 46062) with his Celebration of Life immediately following in the Garden Pavilion. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Indiana Parkinsons Foundation in honor of Dr. Steven E. Loman
Susan Wente Muller
Susan Wente Muller, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 9, 2020 surrounded by her loving family just as it started to snow, which she loved. Susan was born on January 2, 1950 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Joseph Robert and Marion (Abrams) Wente. She graduated from Arlington High School and spent two years meeting lifelong friends at Indiana University. After a 38-year career with AT&T/Indiana Bell, Susan began her long-awaited retirement in 2008. She spent her post-retirement years quilting, gardening, traveling, and enjoying time with her friends and family (especially her grandkids). We will always remember her sass, creativity, selflessness, and dry sense of humor.
Dan S. Ratz
Don Wann, 75, passed away November 2, 2022. He was born November 2, 1947, in Elwood, IN, to the late Merle R. and Ruby (Smith) Wann. Don was a graduate of Arlington High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1966-1968, and married Teri Lynn Pittman. Don was a letter carrier for the USPS for 45 years, retiring in 2012. After retirement he was a driver for NAPA Auto Parts for 10 years. Don was a longtime member of Epworth United Methodist Church where he was a Trustee, taught Sunday school and was a Confirmation mentor.
Don was a selfless man, a willing servant, and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was an avid Purdue fan, loved reading and yardwork, but most of all, spending time with his grandchildren. Visitation will be Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12 noon at Epworth United Methodist Church, 6450 Allisonville Road.