Linda Colley Forsythe, BHS '64 (1946-2020)

 

Linda Sue Colley Forsythe

October 14, 1946 - February 5, 2020

Linda Sue Forsythe, age 73 of Maryville, originally from California, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2020, at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. 

Linda was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church and choir for 25 years and helped with the Meals on Wheels program. She loved being a grandmother, trips driving to the Smoky Mountains, going on cruises and traveling in her motor home. 

Preceded in death by her parents, James Howard and Katherine Lee Colley; brother, Steven Colley, BHS '67. Survived by her husband, Norman Lee Forsythe; son and daughter-in-law, Matthew and Kendra Forsythe; grandchildren, Mason and Cade Forsythe; sister and brother-in-law, Kelley and Shaun Womack of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Linda's name to the Fairview UMC Music Ministry, 2508 Old Niles Ferry Rd., Maryville, TN 37803. The family will receive friends from 3:00 until 4:00 PM Sunday, February 9, 2020, at Fairview United Methodist Church. The Funeral Service will follow at 4:00 PM with Pastor Mickey Rainwater officiating. 

Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCrematin.com

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Bob Diltz, BHS '64 (1946-2023)

 

 

Robert "Bob" Oakes Diltz

October 21, 1946 - December 10, 2023

We just received word from Janet Della Porta Diltz, BHS '64, that her brother-in-law, Robert Diltz, recently passed away from complications of dementia at a Dallas Texas nuring home. Bob and his twin brother Bill were both graduates of BHS Class of '64.

Please keep the family in your prayers. 

Steve Adler, BHS '65 (1947-2023)

 

Stephen Edward Adler, 75, of Mancos, Colorado, died 5/30/2023, at Valley Inn in Mancos, Born 9/2/1947. A service will be held at 3:30 p.m. on June 14 at Thunderbird Ranch, 11020 County Road 105, Mancos. Stephen Edward succumbed to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Stephen was the son of Antoinette "Toni" May Adler and Charles Calvin Adler.

He is survived by his son, Zachary Adler (32) and his older brother Gary Adler Fourstar.

Stephen was a professional singer who started his career at age 6 and pursued his love of music his entire life. He will be sorely missed by his friends and family.

Published by The Durango Herald on Jun. 7, 2023.

 

Gary Adler was BHS '63 and their youngest brother Larry Adler, BHS '67 passed away in 2006.

A couple of photos from the 1965 Ceralbus yearbook.

Larry and Steve in Acapella Choir

Bart Carlson, BHS '62 (1944-2023)

Barton Thomas Carlson

December 9, 1944 - March 29, 2023

Liberty Lake WA

Today Donald Matthews posted on Facebook:
Just read in our LAPD retirement magazine that Bart Carlson ‘62, passed away on March 23rd. No COD was posted. Bart was three months ahead of me at the academy. Great guy and fine policeman. RIP, my friend. 😥

Close friend and classmate Rchard Clarke posted March 30 on Facebook...
Regretfully, received word today that long time old friend Bart (Bulldog) Carlson passed away yesterday. BHS Alum and LAPD officer for 23 years, RIP old friend and God Bless

 

Richard Clarke's photo Mid 60’s @ Fort Ord, California. Bart Carlson 12/9/1944  3/29/2023

Richard Clarke posted on September 21...
Went to Irvine, Ca last weekend to attend a small family gathering to memorialize the life of Bart Carlson. It was very, very nicely put together by his son, Todd, and his sister, Charlotte. Really enjoyed them all and RIP old friend.

Tony Murray, BHS '81 (1963-2020)

 

Antony "Tony" Torr Murray

March 2, 1963 - November 6, 2020

Antony/Tony Murray BHS class of 1981 passed away in 2020 while living in Colorado Springs, CO. He was married 2 times - Tonya Rene Haggard and Jane Wohr. His parents are Melvin Murray and Josephine Torr Murray and his brothers are Duncan, Graham and Kenneth. 

He is greatly missed by family and friends.

FACEBOOK COMMENT from Matt Denny

He was 1981, trumpet in the marching band. First wife some know, Tonya Haggard '82, sister of Steve Haggard '81, who is also deceased. 

I believe he passed from undiagnosed COVID. He had lived in the Springs since his first marriage began. 

I miss him dearly, He was one of those friends you could count on for virtually anything, the kind of friend you could skip talking to for 10 years and you'd pick right up were you left off.

RIP.

 

Preston "Skip" Higgins, BHS '64 (1946-2023)

 

Preston "Skip" King Higgins Jr

June 25, 1946 - December 5, 2023 

Sad news from Skip’s daughter Heather: Skip died two days ago at his home in Goldfield NV. He hadn’t been in good health for some time. 

Please keep the family in your prayers.

Judith Salisbury Ranney, BHS '65 (1947-2023)

Judith "Judy" Lynn Salisbury Ranney

August 7, 1947 - November 29, 2023

We just learned that Judy Ranney passed away last week from a massive stroke. Fortunately both of her children were at her bedside when she passed. There will be a private service family only.

Judy is survived by her husband Bob (Joseph) Ranney, children Jennifer and David and granddaughters Olivia and Whitney.

Her parents were Darrell & Lois Short Salisbury. Sadly Judy's brother, David Salisbury, BHS '63, died in 1968 in a tragic jet crash in Texas during his training as a Marine. Click here to read more about David.

Please keep the family in your prayers.

Karin Olson Mather, BHS '64 (1946-2023)

 

  Karen Ruth Olson Mather

October 31, 1946 - November 14, 2023

The BHS Class of '64 is so saddened by the passing of Karin Olson Mather BHS '64. Our hearts and condolences go out to Karin's Family. 

Pam and Jon Kirkwood BHS '64 

 

Here is the link to her Obituary... https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/tucson/name/karin-mather-obituary?id=53716697

 

 Karin Mather Obituary

Karin R. Mather, 77, of Tucson, passed away on November 14, 2023, peacefully in her sleep with her family by her side. She was born to Rodger and Thelma Olson, Oct. 31, 1946, in Burbank, CA. Karin is a graduate of Burbank High School class of 1964 and received a BA of Home Economics from Chapman College in 1968. While at Chapman she met her future husband, the late James Mather while on World Campus Afloat. They were married for 43 years. 

Karin worked as a Home Economics teacher early in her career, with Imaginarium on K-3 special projects at Tucson Unified School District and later managed the family ATT/CPA office while raising her children. Karin enjoyed traveling, the beach, sailing, skiing, ice cream and spending time with her family and friends in Tucson and Coronado. She volunteered for: the Junior League of Tucson, Angel Charity, Assistance League of Tucson and was an avid U of A Wildcats Basketball fan. 

Karin is survived by her daughters, Kelly (Marty) Medvec; grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Cooper of Tucson; Lisa (Mike) Miller; grandchildren Otto, Etta and Merritt of La Jolla. There will be a celebration of her life for friends and family. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations in Karin's name be made to: Angel Charity or the Assistance League of Tucson.

Published by Arizona Daily Star from Nov. 30 to Dec. 3, 2023.

 

Ray Vega, BHS '72 (1954-2023)

Raymond William Vega

July 18, 1954 - December 2, 2023

Sad news... Raymond Vega passed away yesterday, December 2, 2023, due to cancer according to his classmate Mike Ruiz. 

Schuyler (Sky) Vanderford Hughes, BHS '87 (1969-2023)

 

Schuyler (Sky) Vanderford Hughes

July 6, 1969 - November 22, 2023

Darren Miller just posted this sad update...

I have the unhappy duty of announcing the passing of my friend Schuyler (Sky) Hughes. In high school I believe his last name was Vanderford. He was BHS class of 87 and played drums in the marching band. He passed in his sleep Nov 22, 2023 and was born July 6, 1969. At one point in my life Sky was pretty much my only friend and helped me tremendously through a very rough point. I'm going to miss him. We were in a band in 1999-2001 and wrote music together. He is survived by his wife Kathy Bartlett, his daughter Amanda Hembree and his sister Lindsay Wells. See you on the other side Sky. 

Connie Moulthrop Kemp, BHS '63 (1945-2023)

 

Constance "Connie" Ellen Moulthrop Kemp

January 20, 1945 - January 29, 2023

Cindy Moulthrop Collard '65, just informed us that her sister
Connie Moulthrop Kemp BHS '63, passed away in January...

Constance Kemp Obituary

Constance “Connie” Ellen (Moulthrop) Kemp, age 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 29th, 2023. She was the beloved widow of Charles Kemp Jr. They shared 45 loving years together.

Connie was born on January 20th, 1945 in Glendale, CA. She grew up in Burbank, CA and settled her life in Glen Burnie, MD. She was happily retired.

She enjoyed being a devoted mom, grandmother, and great grandmother.  

She is survived by her 5 children: Colleen Baltimore, Charlene Crum, Patty Layton, Bobbie Honaker, and George “Charlie” Kemp 3rd; 14 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by Charles Kemp Jr (husband), Patricia Leighton (mother), and Charles Moulthrop (father).

Visitation for family and friends will be held Sunday, February 5th, 2023 from 3pm-5pm and 7pm-9pm at the family owned Gonce Funeral Service P.A., 4001 Ritchie Hwy, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. The funeral service will be held on Monday February 6th, 2023 at 11am. Entombment will be held in Cedar Hill Cemetery, 5829 Ritchie Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21225.

The family will accept flowers please send them to Gonce Funeral Service P.A., 4001 Ritchie Hwy, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225.  

Condolences and/or memories for the family may be offered at www.goncefuneralservice.com or on her Tribute Wall.

Randy Prescott, BHS '68 (1950-2023)

Alfred Randall Prescott

April 19, 1950 - November 17, 2023

We are sad to share that Merrily Prescott just posted on Facebook that Randy Prescott passed away on Friday. 

May God comfort and bless her and the family we pray.

Rubin Rodriguez, BHS '78 (1960-2023)

Sad news posted on Facebook by Michael Stewart... 

I’m sad to announce that Rubin Rodriguez Class of 1978 died on November 16th 2023 due to complications of Cancer. He is survived by His wife Kathy, His Children Rubin lll, Tristan and Olivia, and His Father Rubin.

 

 

OBITUARY

Rubin Rodriguez
July 20, 1960 — November 16, 2023
Farmington Utah

Rubin Rodriguez Jr. passed away on November 16, 2023. Rubin survived numerous heart attacks, Stage 4 Tonsil Cancer, a quadruple bypass, and finally succumbed to Stage 4 Colon Cancer and lung disease. Rubin was born on July 20, 1960, to Froydis Johansen and Ruben Rodriguez Sr.

Rubin grew up in Rose Park, UT and Burbank, CA where he attended Burbank High School. His passions included competitive swimming, surfing, ultimate frisbee, and skateboarding. Rubin was an entrepreneur at heart. From a young age, he and his friends had various businesses during his time in California. Rubin enlisted as a Marine at 17 years old and served as a helicopter mechanic. He had several opportunities throughout his 30+ years in broadcasting to make friends and associates all over the country, with his favorite being Jackson Hole TV.

Rubin “Happy Pappy” exuded so much life and laughter. His love for his family and dogs made his days memorable. He loved everything that let him feel the wind on his face—whether it was on his skateboard, surfing, riding a motorcycle or a boat, or in his Jeep with the top off and the windows down. He loved being in the mountains, at the beach, or on road trips with his family. Rubin loved to fish and spent many days fishing in Lake Powell, Strawberry, or Big Bear. Rubin loved to ski in his youth with his uncles. He was an excellent pool player, playing in leagues for years that lead to him bringing home a few too many trophies. Rubin had a love for rock ‘n’ roll music and watching football or NASCAR. You could often hear him singing around the house or in the car to Elvis Presley, Bruce Springsteen, or Jimmy Buffet. He loved to listen to music too loud, so he could sing even louder. He was a wannabe chef, an amateur movie critic, and a natural comedian. Rubin loved to make people laugh—nothing brought him more joy than to laugh with others, especially his children. His laugh was loud and contagious and often times made any joke funnier with how hard he made himself laugh. He coined the name “Happy Pappy” because he wanted to be known for being a source of happiness.

Though Rubin battled many health problems in the last several years of his life, his family and close friends made his days worth living. He had many times that he defied the odds to see another day. His absence has been felt by those who knew and loved him.

Rubin is preceded in death by his mother Froydis, sister Vivian Smith, his beloved grandparents, and many other loved ones and dear dogs. He is survived by his wife, Kathy, his father, Ruben, and children Olivia (Casey) Creager, Jordan Wager, Rubin Rodriguez III, and Tristan Quinn Rodriguez, along with his 6 grandchildren and sisters Rita and Sonja and several nieces and nephews, whom he loved dearly.

A viewing will be held Friday, November 24th from 6 PM-8 PM at Russon Mortuary, 1941 North Main Street Farmington, UT. The funeral will be held Saturday, November 25th at 10 AM at Russon Mortuary in Farmington. An additional viewing will take place prior to the service on Saturday morning from 9 AM to 9:45 AM.

Services will be streamed live on the Russon Brothers Mortuary Facebook page and on this obituary page. The live stream will begin 10-15 minutes prior to the service and will be posted below.

Rubin was passionate about bringing awareness to the hardship that fighting cancer can cause. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association.

You can donate directly here:

American Heart Association: https://shorturl.at/uvANP

American Cancer Society: https://shorturl.at/ntwF7

SOURCE: https://www.russonmortuary.com/obituaries/rubin-rodriguez

 

A FEW FACEBOOK COMMENTS...

Nadine Aguirre Lujan
Condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace.

Martin Lillibridge
RIP Bulldog 🙏

Jennifer Rogers Doyle
I am so sad to hear this. I remember him as such a great person.

Ismara Contratto
He is my cousin. Such a fighter. Thankful to have spent some time with him a couple years ago after not seeing him since we were kids. He will be greatly missed. ❤️

Lori Latimer
This makes me so sad. Rubin always had kind words for me since my son died. My heart is with his family and all who loved him 💙🙏🏼

Kathi Piacenza Lyons
Really nice guy, RIP Rubin, condolences to his family 🙏🏻

Kurt Mueller
RIP

Virginia Hamilton
My condolences to his family and friends. Rip.🙏😇

Bryan Gowin
Sad to here . Nice guy. See you up there.

Sandy Moody
An amazing man! Loving and honest always 💕

Bob Irwin
No words…RIP Ruben

Carrie Diaz-Lathouwers
My condolences to all his family and friends. Rubin was always nice. Hard to see a fellow classmate leave this world. RIP Rubin. 💐

Bob Long
RIP Rubin, prayers to the family.

Deanne Campeau
🥲 what a loss. Such a beautiful human always sharing his insight and gratitude, love and hugs with all who were honored to know him over our lifetime. Soooo sorry for his dear bride and his children and little granddaughter. We all know the words of love he professed daily for his dear family. Such a loss.

Al Fredrickson
Sorry to hear the news Ruben roomed with my Brother for a bit and played Ultimate Frisbee with us He was always a fun loving person RIP Ruben 😇

Lisa Douglas
This one is a tough one ! He was so proud of his family ! I loved all his posts about his kids his wife and recent granddaughter he so loved ! Ruben you will be missed a lot! Prayers to your wife kids and granddaughter ! You will always be alive in their memories ! You were always a sweetheart in high school and throughout life! Fly high my friend , I am sure you are talking in heaven telling stories and watching your family from above !

Georgeen Bybee Maclaughlin
My deepest condolences ❤️🙏

Lynne Hanke Westphal
God be with Rubin and his family. He was such a great guy. Miss you Rubin.

Rosa Coria
So sorry 🙏🏼🥲🇺🇸🎚️💐💞

April Wind
Condolences to his family❤️
Rest in Peace 🙏🏼

Marianne Buonanno
RIP Rubin

Loanne Walker Ginchereaux
❤️🙏🏻

Donna Blum-Fligg
God Bless and prayers to all your family and friends 🙏🙏 Rubin will always look over you all RIP and put Cancer behind you now 😢🙏😇

Martha Olivia Shayesteh
RIP. Condolences to his family 🙏🙏🙏

Cindy Collard
🙏👣💞 R.I.P. Rubin, Semper Fi

Vicki Herrin Fields
Rest in Peace ⚘️

Nancy McNamara Zambrana
So young! Rest in peace. Sending prayers for his family 🙏❤️

Richard Jerebicz
Rest in peace Rubin. You will be missed.

Lori Rupp
So sorry to hear this news. An amazing guy. Prayers to the family. RIP Rubin Rodriguez. 🙏💕🙏

Debbie Lynn Nicastro
RIP dear Bulldog! Another angel earned his wings! Condolences to the family. 🌹

Cyndi Stepich
Such an amazing guy.

Jetta Stire-Carrega
🙏💙 

Tom Nare, BHS '70 (1952-2023)

 

Thomas Paul Nare

April 3, 1952 - November 7, 2023

Sad news... Village Christian School posted the following on Facebook...

For more than 40 years, former teacher, administrator, mentor, and friend Tom Nare served with a heart of passion and love for his students and community. He retired from VCS in 2020 beloved by students and staff alike.

 

As you may have heard, Mr. Nare passed away peacefully in his sleep Tuesday evening. He was 71. Please join us in celebrating his extraordinary life and impact here at VCS and in praying for his family during this difficult time.

 

We will provide details regarding his memorial when they become available. In the meantime, if you have memories you’d like us to share with the family, please email them to connect@villagechristian.org.

 

We thank the Lord for the gift of Tom Nare and the blessing he was to so many.

_____

#VCSFamily

 

Jackie McComb Forrest, BHS '66 (1948-2023)

Jacqueline Kay McComb Forrest 

May 18, 1948 - January 31, 2023

Parents: Earl Gilbert McComb Sr (1927–2004) and Shirley Jacqueline Burton McComb (1930–2011)
 

We just learned the sad news from Dawnmarie Forrest Penrod on Facebook... 

My mom Jacqueline McComb Forrest passed away in January. (5/18/48-1/31/2023) We Miss you mom ♥️

Jackie's husband, Steve Forrest, passed away in 2017. Read more here.

Mark Franzen, BHS '63 (1945-2023)

Mark Anders Franzen

May 28, 1945 - October 28, 2023

Danielle Aimee Tarjoman recently posted this sad news on Facebook...

Heartbroken & shocked. The man who walked me down the isle, passed away suddenly and tragically, Saturday morning. Uncle Mark… I can’t even come to terms with this. You were the reason my life turned out the way it did. You guided me, offered me a roof over my head, consoled me, comforted me, loved me for who I was, with no filters… took me in as if I were one of your own. I owe literally everything to you. You gave me that chance I so desperately wanted and needed in California. You held my hand while walking me down the isle. You loved this little family I created, more than I ever expected. You texted me at all the right times. You let me vent when my heart was hurting. You gave me such great advice. What am I supposed to do now? 

 

My life won’t be the same without. I love you so much. You leaving, has taken huge part of my heart and soul. I will miss your smile, your laugh and your jokes. Your kind and selfless heart and eyes. Your unique point of view and the way you looked at life. 

 

Life isn’t going to be the same without you. But the sad truth is that when I hugged you in California, I felt that was the last time I’d ever hug you. I cried so hard that day… just as hard as I’m crying now. I wish we made it back to California, one last time, so I could give you one last hug. Your hugs were the best. I love you and will forever miss you…..

 

…. To the moon and back.