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Marjorie Gould Shuman '37
Marjorie Gould Shuman '37, July 29, 2010, in Albany, N.Y., at 93. She earned an M.A. from Radcliffe and then taught English and journalism at LaSalle Junior College. During World War II she worked with the American Red Cross in Europe. She taught and wrote throughout her life, belonged to a sewing circle, and was active with her church. She was predeceased by her mother, Florence King Gould 1908, her sister Dorothy Gould Rhoades '36, her second husband, Rev. Edwin H. Shuman '38, and her daughter Katherine Rogers Murphy '75. Survivors include her children, Arthur Murphy and Jennifer Wehren, and two siblings, including Ruth Gould Stebbins '40.
Phillips B. Henderson '38
Phillips B. Henderson '38, Sept. 21, 2010, in Wethersfield, Conn., at 93. He earned a master's of divinity and was ordained in the Baptist ministry in 1941. He was a chaplain with the Army Air Forces during World War II and then ministered at parishes in New England. He traveled to the USSR in 1950 with one of the first groups of Americans to visit, and in 1963 to Selma, Ala., to aid in the fight for voting rights. He was predeceased by his sister Teresa Henderson Whitmarsh '36. Survivors include his children, Phillips, Alexander, Jonathan, and Janet, nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and his sister Christine Henderson Harper '54.
Robert C. Ryan '41
Robert C. Ryan '41, Aug. 26, 2010, in West Boylston, Mass., at 94. He served with the Army during World War II. He earned a master's in education and then taught business math in the Westborough (Mass.) school system. Survivors include his sons, Robert and John, and three grandsons.
Willetta McGrath Snow '41
Willetta McGrath Snow '41, July 7, 2010, in Fort Edward, N.Y., at 90. She was dedicated to her family and home at Grimes Mill, Maine, and helped operate the Snow Brothers Potato Farm. She taught history at Caribou (Maine) High School, was active with her church, and was a trustee of the Caribou library. She enjoyed cooking, maple syrup making, reading, and Aroostook County in general. Survivors include two daughters, Jane Griffee and Constance Nealon, four grandsons, and two great-grandchildren.
Eleanor Smart Braunmuller '43
Eleanor Smart Braunmuller '43, July 21, 2010, in Waterville, Maine, at 89. She worked as a chemist before having children and shifting her focus to volunteer church and library work. She served as president of the local League of Women Voters and served as deacon and ruling elder of her Presbyterian church. In 1993 she received a Colby Brick for her service to the College, including 20 years as class correspondent. Survivors include her children, Albert Braunmuller and Rae Jean Braunmuller Goodman '69, two grandchildren, including Albert Goodman '03, and cousins Elizabeth Smart Merriam '52 and Ruth Smart Thurston '51.
Lillian Robinson Craig '43
Lillian Robinson Craig '43, Aug. 11, 2010, in East Corinth, Maine, at 89. She was a substitute teacher and later a licensed practical nurse. She was active with her church, quilted, and gardened. Survivors include six children, 11 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and three siblings.
Isabel B. Harriman '43
Isabel B. Harriman '43, July 9, 2010, in Augusta, Maine, at 88. She earned a master's in education at Columbia and then taught for 40 years, 10 in Maine and 30 in Beverly, Mass. She was passionate about traveling, bridge, and chocolate. Survivor include several cousins.
John L. Ilsley '46
John L. Ilsley '46, Aug. 12, 2010, in Pomona, Calif., at 86. He left Colby after two years for medical school and became an internist, practicing in Claremont, Calif., for 50 years. He also was a colonel in the California National Guard and was division surgeon for 10 years. Colby awarded him a B.A. in 1989. He tirelessly served his community, his church, the Rotary, the Claremont Colleges, and Boy Scouts. He traveled extensively to lecture and attend seminars, gardened, and played bridge. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Reuben 1891 and Mary Morrill Ilsley 1891, and his father, Morrill Ilsley 1917. Survivors include his sister, Barbara Hagar, five children, including Paul Ilsely '71, 13 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Marie Elizabeth Jones Nye '46
Marie Elizabeth Jones Nye '46, Aug. 17, 2010, in Waterville, Maine, at 85. She worked as a high school secretary while also raising her daughters. She was a deaconess, teacher, and group leader at her church and belonged to the historical society. Survivors include her husband, William, two daughters, and five grandchildren.
Earl G. Bacon '47
Earl G. Bacon '47, Aug. 3, 2010, in Lynn, Mass., at 91. He earned a bachelor's from the University of Maine in 1940, served with the Army during World War II, and then was a part-time student at Colby. He worked for General Electric, retiring in 1981. He spent time at the camp he built on Messalonskee Lake in Maine, loved to fish and hunt, and owned more than 20 boats. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Pauline, a daughter, and four grandchildren.
Cecil E. Burns '47
Cecil E. Burns '47, June 28, 2010, in Auburn, Maine, at 92. He enlisted with the Army Air Force during World War II and became wing commander and a second lieutenant. He was a teacher, coach, and administrator for 24 years at schools in Mexico, Maine, and Long Beach, Calif. He earned two master's degrees from Long Beach State College. He belonged to the Knights of Columbus, the Elks, and the Catholic church. Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Geraldine, two children, six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and a brother.
Shirley Carrier Brown '48
Shirley Carrier Brown '48, July 22, 2010, in Glendale, Ariz., at 84. She earned a master's from Arizona State and was an elementary school teacher in Arizona. She was active with her church and enjoyed playing cards. Survivors include her sons, Ross, Bruce '79, Craig, and Kyle, and 10 grandchildren.
