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.

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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)

 

  Karin 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.