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Eloise Larned Petrik '55
Eloise Larned Petrik '55, Nov. 29, 2008, in Gladwin, Mich., at 75. A librarian, counselor, tutor, and teacher, she worked for institutions in Maine, Montana, and Michigan. She loved theater and the arts and belonged to American Legion Post 171 Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors include her husband, Stephen, four children, five stepchildren, a brother, 16 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and her former spouse, Paul A. Wescott '53.
Paul W. Lycette '56
Paul W. Lycette '56, March 1, 2009, in Ridgeland, Miss., at 79. He served in the Korean War and pitched for the Boston Red Sox organization before coming to Colby. He graduated from Southern College of Optometry and practiced as an optometrist for 40 years. He coached youth sports and was a Bible teacher. Survivors include his children, Lori Cotton, Doug Lycette, and Lisa Goforth, nine grandchildren, and one great-grandson.
Toni C. Jaffee '57
Toni C. Jaffee '57, Nov. 18, 2008, in Berlin, Md., at 73. A housewife and a mother, she belonged to Temple Bat Yam in Maryland. Survivors include her children, Lori, Jeffrey, and Bradley, four grandchildren, cousin Peter H. Lunder '56, and former spouse Daniel Yarchin '56.
Gedeon G. Picher '58
Gedeon G. Picher '58, Jan. 6, 2009, in Lewiston, Maine, at 72. He earned a bachelor's and master's in civil engineering from Carnegie Mellon. A traffic engineer and planner, he worked for the Maine Department of Transportation for 36 years and represented Maine and the U.S. on various committees. After retiring he ran his own consulting company, Mainesurf, Inc. He promoted social justice and peace through his church. Survivors include his wife, Annette Wyman Picher '59, four children, eight grandchildren, and a sister and brother-in-law, Annette Picher '57 and Kenneth A. Houston '57.
Beverly Pearson Mac Neill '61
Beverly Pearson Mac Neill '61, Jan. 20, 2009, in Framingham, Mass., at 69. She worked for a period at Old South Church in Boston and also at Widener Library at Harvard. Her greatest pleasure was being a wife and mother. Survivors include her husband, David, three children, and one grandson.
David F. Westgate '63
David F. Westgate '63, Jan. 25, 2009, in Mattapoisett, Mass., at 68. He enjoyed careers in banking and business and was committed to economic development. He was a tireless volunteer and active in his community. He sailed, skied, cycled, and played squash. He sang, played the trumpet, and loved nature. Survivors include his wife, Sally, two daughters, Julia Lown and Rachel Westgate '98, a grandson, a mother, and a sister.
Gail Koch Cooper '64
Gail Koch Cooper '64, Jan. 31, 2009, in West Brattleboro, Vt., at 66. She earned an M.Ed. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and dedicated herself to teaching, education, and social work. She volunteered extensively in efforts to promote social justice, literacy, and voter registration. Survivors include her husband, Peter A. Cooper '64, two children, a granddaughter, and a sister.
Elizabeth Luce Love '68
Elizabeth Luce Love '68, Feb. 23, 2009, in Machias, Maine, at 63. She earned a master's in guidance from the University of Maine. She taught history and was a guidance counselor in Washington County, Maine. In 1993 she was Maine's Guidance Counselor of the Year. Survivors include her husband, Roy, two children, two grandsons, and a brother
David W. Durkin '70
David W. Durkin '70, Jan. 7, 2009, in Reston, Va., at 60. He worked as a meteorologist for United Airlines for 33 years and was president of TWU Local 540. He enjoyed music and gardening. Survivors include his wife, Carrie, two children, and a sister.
Jane Alexander Haines '70
Jane Alexander Haines '70, March 1, 2009, in East Bridgewater, Mass., at 61. She taught first grade and was a correspondent and columnist for local papers. She played the French horn, was active with La Leche League, and served on numerous community committees. She was the 2008 East Bridgewater Citizen of the Year. Survivors include her husband, Ted, four children, two grandchildren, and cousins including Susan K. Nutter '66 and Deborah Winslow Nutter '68.
Roger F. Billings '71
Roger F. Billings '71, Feb. 24, 2009, in Blue Hill, Maine, at 60. He worked for 40 years in business operations and financial management. He was an accomplished sailor, a fly fisherman, and served on church vestries. Survivors include his wife, Carol Wasserman Billings '71, his parents, four brothers and a sister, two sons, and two grandchildren.
