Keith Eiken, a life-long resident of Louisville, died February 3, 2023 at age 87. Born to parents who were educators, Keith relished knowledge and growth, and dedicated his career to public education for all. He was a retired administrator with the Jefferson County Public Schools and his career included teaching at the former Parkland Junior […]
Dr. William Plavcan, 87
December 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Dr. William G. Plavcan, 87, a beloved physician of Hagerstown, Maryland, passed away April 19, 2021 at his home. Bill was born to Cathryn and Joseph Plavcan May 16, 1933 in Erie, Pennsylvania. After attending Ohio Wesleyan University, he earned an MD from Temple Medical School and went on to specialize in urology as a […]
Rowley, Ken Coit ’55 Theta Chapter Ohio Wesleyan University
December 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Rowley, Ken Coit ’55 Theta Chapter Ohio Wesleyan U Ken was from Ravenswood, W.Va when coming to OWU and joining Theta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi. He was one of several brothers in his class of ’55 who were outstanding students as they pursued studies in preparation of proceeding to a career in medicine. […]
A Tribute in Rememberence of Bob Marten, OWU ‘54
November 22, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Theta Chapter, Beta Theta Pi It is with much sadness that Jan and I learned of the passing of brother Bob on October 7, 2021; A dear member of Beta Theta Pi, Theta Chapter, class of 1954 at Ohio Wesleyan U. My memories of Bob go to 1953 when I roomed with Bob and Hank […]
DeVos-Beta Class ’54 Celebrating Fraternal 50s
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From the personal archives of Dick DeVos ’54 who passed away March 14, 2021 Click here to view pdf.
John Samuel Detrick, 85
September 1, 2021 by Leave a Comment
December 29, 2020 Dear Columbus Academy Alumni, Faculty, Staff and Friends, Yesterday, we learned of John Detrick’s passing on Saturday, December 26. Known for his “Detrickisms,” unconventional attire, captivating humor and a teaching style admired by students and colleagues alike, John taught at Columbus Academy from 1961 until his retirement in 1994. He was the […]
Dave Weisman ’57
March 30, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Click here for Theta Data information: http://thetachapterbtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/January-13.pdf
Richard “Dick” DeVos ’54, #892
March 30, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Click here for the Alumni Personality Profile: http://thetachapterbtp.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/February-05.pdf
Robert Stone Neff ’53, Roll #867
January 31, 2021 by Leave a Comment
From Tom Tatham ’56: Another sad announcement: The passing of Robert Stone Neff. Bob was a dear friend. He was a senior when I was pledged into Theta Chapter of Beta Theta Pi. Together, we had many things to do together over the years. Our paths crossed when my work with GM took me to […]
Dan C. Wright ’56
December 4, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Tribute to C. Dan Wright From Tom & Jan Tatham We met at OWU Freshman Camp [Mary Horton, on the outskirts of Columbus] in the fall of 1952. We shared cottage rooms with the likes of Pardoe, Jefferis, OJ, Pettigrew, Davies, Apple and Halbin (If memory serves me right). Upperclassmen […]
